Dangerous heat arrives this weekend
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Jake Dunne says underneath mostly sunny skies, temperatures will trend a little warmer today. Highs in the near normal lower 90s may feel a degree or two hotter with a sp...
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Weather Alert - heat intensifies this weekend
Today - A pop up, garden variety shower may show up in central Kansas during the afternoon, but much of the region will be quiet with sunshine and some afternoon clouds. Light south winds should continue wit...
Report of shots fired prompts heavy police response, street blockage near Central and I-135
A report of shots fired near a busy junction east of downtown Wichita on Friday morning prompted a heavy police response and street blockage.
K-State to make alcohol available stadium-wide at football games in 2026
Previously, K-State only allowed alcohol to be sold in the beer gardens on the North and South Goss Family Tailgate Terraces and in the Jose Cuervo Powercat Porch.
John Legend coming to Wichita for Orpheum Theatre’s ‘grand reopening concert’ following $13M restorat...
The Orpheum Theatre confirmed that Grammy-Award-winning recording artist John Legend is coming to Wichita to perform a “grand reopening concert” following an approximate $13 million renovation project.
Tyner Horn living out dream after top-100 pick, first pro contract
Not only was it a day-one pick for the Goddard-Eisenhower alum, it was a top-100 pick coming in the third round.
Reno County DA finds Hutchinson PD officers justified in shooting that killed armed man
A little over a month after Hutchinson police officers shot and killed an armed man during a struggle that followed a theft report, Reno County District Attorney Thomas Stanton concluded that officers were j...
Former Marion Co. teacher accused of sexual contact with a student pleads no contest
McGee, 30, was originally charged on 11 counts, including nine counts of unlawful sexual relations.
Former Sedgwick County detective accused of mishandling cases headed to trial
Shawn McMahon faces felony charges after a review revealed improper case closures spanning five years.
Wichita homeless shelter receives $100,000 donation
A $50,000 from Credit Union of America was matched by the United Way of the Plains.
‘Tired of running’: Wichita standoff suspect surrenders after eight-day manhunt
Police say pressure from investigators led to Roberts' surrender, but a friend disputes that account.
Convicted sex offender sentenced for child pornography possession
A Topeka man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for possession of child sexual abuse material.
Union Rescue Mission opening early due to dangerous heat, Wichita community asked to help
The shelter serves men who are experiencing homelessness. It's asking for donations of bottled water, non-perishable food and more.
Sedgwick County man sentenced for insurance fraud
Officials say he gave false information about an accident in order to gain coverage for damages to his vehicle.
Wichita police warn about planned “teen takeover” at Towne East Square
Police said they will have an “enhanced presence” on Saturday to deter the activity.
Kansas 4th District Democratic primary narrows to two candidates
With three weeks until the primary, the Democratic field for U.S. House District 4 is now down to Tyndell and Carmichael.
‘Play like underdogs’: Aftershocks prepare to defend TBT championship
Wichita's championship core reunites with three new former Shockers as they prepare to make another tournament run.
Weather Alert - Dangerous to extreme heat through Tuesday
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The heat will intensify across Kansas over the next few days with afternoon feels like temperatures climbing to as high as 110 degrees by Tuesday.
US military launches new airstrikes to ‘swiftly punish’ Iran for deaths of US troops
The U.S. military says it has carried out new airstrikes against Iran to “swiftly punish” the country’s Revolutionary Guard for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members.
Domestic disturbance with weapon in northeast Wichita prompts emergency response
The disturbance is located in a residential neighborhood near 37th and Woodlawn.
‘Trying to keep up’: Kansas farmers see strain on crops with extreme heat, no rain
Despite having a helpful 15 inches of rain in the early summer, one farmer says things are different now that the heat is kicking in.
KBI identifies woman found dead in Claflin home during welfare check
60-year-old Barry Kearns was arrested at the scene after the body was found inside the garage, but no formal charges have been filed.
Homeowners frustrated as thousands of dead fish remain floating in west Wichita pond
People living in the area say the smell is leaking into their homes, but they aren't sure what to do to clean up the mess.
Why Meade County won’t receive federal funding for disaster assistance after devastating wildfires
Meade County Emergency Management said that although the county itself reached the damage threshold, the state did not.