Sheriff: Attenpted homicide, suicide at rural Kansas home
WABAUNSEE COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating an alleged attempted homicide, and suicide in the 600 block of Main Street in McFarland,
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Arrest following 5-hour standoff at Kansas home
WYANDOTTE COUNTY —Police took one individual into custody following a 5-hour standoff in Kansas City, Kansas.Just after 11 p.m. Wednesday, o
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Kansas federal court grants class action status in 29th and Grove contamination lawsuit
Testing shows the contaminants include chlorinated solvents and other chemicals with known links to cancer that have migrated from the property at 29th Stree...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Bush honeysuckle added to Kansas noxious weed list, forcing landowners to eradicate invasive species
It has been more than 20 years since additions were made to the list of plants considered noxious, said Jeff Vogel, the Department of Agriculture’s plant p...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Past victim of former League 42 coach says sex offender restrictions need to change
After looking into the gaps in Kansas law that allowed this to happen, we
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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HPPR among public broadcasting stations to receive project grants
TOPEKA – Lt. Gov. and Secretary of Commerce David Toland has announced that the Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded $500,000 through the WorKS: Kansa...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
KCPD: SUV was traveling near 100mph before fatal DUI crash
KANSAS CITY —A Kansas City man faces charges for an alleged DUI crash that occurred earlier this year in Kansas City.Delton W. Cooper f
Jul 4, 2026Open source
KC World Cup: Another thriller as Columbia outlasts Ghana
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The plan for Colombia against Ghana on Friday night probably did not involve making a substitution just minutes into
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Kansas man retrieving his hat struck and killed by pickup
RUSSELL COUNTY —One person died in an accident just before 12:30a.m. Saturday in Russell County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Fo
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Renegades fall to Kansas City Monarchs in non-league game
An 11-run fourth inning propelled the Kansas City Monarchs to a 17-4 win in seven innings Friday night against the Jefferson City Renegades at Vivion Field....
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Jhon Arias scores and Colombia beats Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup Round of 16
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The plan for Colombia against Ghana on Friday night probably did not involve making a substitution just minutes into the match.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
‘She has her person’: Taylor Swift fans react to singer marrying Travis Kelce
For two decades, Taylor Swift fans have followed along with the singer’s love, loss and heartbreak through her music. Today, Swifties finally got the chanc...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Are Married — Singer and NFL Star Officially Say 'I Do' in Lavish Madison S...
On Friday, July 3, the singer tied the knot with the Kansas City Chiefs tight end at Madison Square Garden.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
World Cup 2026: Colombia secure last 16 spot with narrow victory over Ghana
Colombia booked their place in the last 16 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City. Jhon Arias' early goal proved decisive as the Cafeteros...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Jhon Arias goal sends Colombia into last 16 as Ghana bow out of World Cup
Jhon Arias scored the only goal of the game in the first half in Kansas City to send Colombia through to a last-16 clash with Switzerland
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Adding one ‘s’ to ‘Douglas’ County would honor Kansas’ abolitionist legacy, a new zine says
Two local poets have written a zine advocating for Douglas County to be renamed for abolitionist Frederick Douglass. They’re hosting a launch event and ope...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Despite World Cup enthusiasm, Lawrence bars say 23-hour alcohol service ‘just doesn’t make sense’
Kansas cleared a path for cities to let bars serve alcohol into the wee hours during the World Cup. But some Lawrence bar owners say the demand for early-mor...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Gov. Laura Kelly fills top administrative position at Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission
Kansas' Democratic governor appoints a Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission employee to serve as an interim executive director of the agency.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce: A love story that began in Kansas City
Less than three years ago, Travis Kelce wanted to get Taylor Swift's phone number at her concert. And on Friday, they are set to be married.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Hot With Storm Chances Tonight Through The Fourth Of July
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Storm chances make the Fourth of July forecast tricky and confidence is low right now. Storms may form in southern Nebraska tonight and...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Spirit of Kansas Festival draws crowds to Topeka for Fourth of July weekend
The Spirit of Kansas Festival brought people from across the region to Topeka for a weekend of summer activities and fireworks as the nation marks its 250th...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Weather Alert - severe storms on the 4th
Evening/overnight - Much of the active weather will remain in western Kansas with some occasional wind and heavier downpours. Unlike the past few nights, the...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Denver Summit FC: Pitchside | Episode 17: All eyes on the Current
Like a cool breeze on a summer day, the Denver Summit return to game action this week and we could not be more excited! After five weeks, the Summit takes on...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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HPPR among public broadcasting stations to receive project grants
TOPEKA – Lt. Gov. and Secretary of Commerce David Toland has announced that the Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded $500,000 through the WorKS: Kansa...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
KCPD: SUV was traveling near 100mph before fatal DUI crash
KANSAS CITY —A Kansas City man faces charges for an alleged DUI crash that occurred earlier this year in Kansas City.Delton W. Cooper f
Jul 4, 2026Open source
KC World Cup: Another thriller as Columbia outlasts Ghana
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The plan for Colombia against Ghana on Friday night probably did not involve making a substitution just minutes into
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Kansas man retrieving his hat struck and killed by pickup
RUSSELL COUNTY —One person died in an accident just before 12:30a.m. Saturday in Russell County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Fo
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Renegades fall to Kansas City Monarchs in non-league game
An 11-run fourth inning propelled the Kansas City Monarchs to a 17-4 win in seven innings Friday night against the Jefferson City Renegades at Vivion Field....
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Jhon Arias scores and Colombia beats Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup Round of 16
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The plan for Colombia against Ghana on Friday night probably did not involve making a substitution just minutes into the match.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
‘She has her person’: Taylor Swift fans react to singer marrying Travis Kelce
For two decades, Taylor Swift fans have followed along with the singer’s love, loss and heartbreak through her music. Today, Swifties finally got the chanc...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Are Married — Singer and NFL Star Officially Say 'I Do' in Lavish Madison S...
On Friday, July 3, the singer tied the knot with the Kansas City Chiefs tight end at Madison Square Garden.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
World Cup 2026: Colombia secure last 16 spot with narrow victory over Ghana
Colombia booked their place in the last 16 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City. Jhon Arias' early goal proved decisive as the Cafeteros...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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