TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – The Washburn University alumni were invited to lunch at the Bradbury Thompson Alumni Center, with the coaches of the Washburn Athletic Program. Washburn University’s Head Men’s Basketball Coach Brett Ballard, Head Women’s Basketball Coach Ron McHenry, Assistant Track and Field Coach Rick Attig, Head Volleyball Coach Chris Herron and Athletic Director […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Topeka City Manager Brent Trout joined the KSNT News morning show to detail the city’s treatment plan after last night saw the most snowfall this winter season. He also shared how many snowplow trucks the city replaced since last year.
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – An arsonist set fire Monday morning to a garage in southeast Topeka and caused thousands of dollars in damage, according to the Topeka Fire Department. Firefighters went to 2847 SE Illinois Ave. around 7 a.m. to find a single-story garage on fire. They said they kept the fire confined to the […]
MANHATTAN, Kan. (KSNT) – The Riley County Police Department wants students to stay vigilant over the holiday break. Riley County police said they’re watching for a serial rapist known to attack over breaks in areas around local universities. Investigators have connected the man to 13 incidents in Manhattan and Lawrence over the last 15 years, […]
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) – The University of Kansas is the new No. 1 atop The Associated Press men’s college basketball poll. The Jayhawks are the fifth team to reach the top spot this year. It’s the first time the AP poll has had five different No. 1-ranked teams before New Year’s Day. Gonzaga, Louisville, Duke […]
A man arrested in Mexico last week on four first-degree murder charges following an October shooting at a Kansas City, Kansas, bar is now jailed in Wyandotte County. The Kansas City Star reports that jail records show thirty-year-old Hugo Villanueva-Morales was booked Saturday night into the Wyandotte County Detention Center on a $1 million bond. […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — Governor Laura Kelly announced Shawnee County District Judge Evelyn Wilson as the new Kansas Supreme Court Justice. In a Monday morning press conference, Kelly said that she was sent three very highly qualified applicants but went with Wilson because of her qualifications. “She brings something quintessentially Kansan to our highest court,” […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Topekans can get two more days of use out of a main road, although covered in snow, thanks to winter weather. City crews were supposed to begin construction on Southwest 10th Street from Fairlawn to Wanamaker Road Monday morning. Due to snow-covered roads, the city reports it will delay the project […]
A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY remains in effect for the following counties until 6pm: Anderson, Coffey, Douglas, Franklin, Jefferson, Lyon, Morris, Osage, Shawnee and Wabaunsee. The snow forecast for Sunday into Monday validated. Several elements made projecting amounts last week a little tricky….track and speed of the upper disturbance, how quickly snowfall could reach the surface through very dry […]
Dear Kim, With all the holiday parties in full swing, what do you think about people drinking (sometimes too much) in front of their co-workers and bosses. I like to have a cocktail once in a while. Does it make me look bad in front of the higher-ups? Is it okay to have a good […]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Topeka Police continue to be in a “walk-in” accident reporting phase. Due to winter weather, police are only responding to accidents involving possible injuries, hit and runs, and damage caused to vehicles. If you need to report an accident, you can call it in at 785-368-9551.
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – One family from Osage City is recovering after a rollover crash that happened in Lyon county. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, the family of four was driving on highway 56, just north of Miller at 5 p.m. on Sunday. The driver, 41-year-old Fred Pallensi, lost control of the car, struck […]
Do you need a break from last-minute Christmas shopping or gift wrapping? We have you covered with events happening around northeast Kansas this week. Monday, Dec. 16 Topeka Blood Drive The American Red Cross is hosting a series of blood drives in the Topeka and Emporia areas. On Monday, it will be held from 10 […]
SHAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. (KSNT) – Governor Laura Kelly is having state employees in Shawnee County come in later on Monday because of winter weather. State offices will be closed until 10 a.m. on Monday to give road crews enough time to clear streets and sidewalks. State workers should come to work at 10 a.m. “Due […]
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) – The United States has maintained possession of the Presidents Cup with a dominant performance against the International Squad on the last day of play. The Americans took eight of a possible 12 points in singles play, beginning with Tiger Woods’ record-breaking 27th Presidents Cup point. The team captain won all three […]
RILEY COUNTY, Kan. (KSNT) – Kansas Highway Patrol Troopers have been working several crashes on I-70 near Manhattan. Late Sunday morning several crashes, including semi-trucks being jackknifed across the road near mile-markers 316 and 317 created significant back ups. I-70 from K-99 west to Manhattan was closed for hours but opened back up around 6:30 […]
Topeka Public Schools said school has been cancelled for Monday, December 16, 2019 because of hazardous winter weather. Officials with the district say essential staff should still report. According to USD 501’s policy, if necessary, all days on which schools are closed due to weather conditions and emergencies will be made up to meet the school […]
MANHATTAN, Kan. (KSNT) — Final exams scheduled for Monday, December 16 at all Kansas State University campuses will be held as normal. Officials with the university said people who are concerned about travel conditions should put personal safety first and should contact their instructors to make arrangements. Click here for the winter weather guidelines for […]
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Kan. (KSNT) – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation, Independence officers and Montgomery County deputies are investigating the death of a teenager. The KBI said on Saturday night around 6:00 Independence police got a call from someone who heard gunshots. Officers found a woman dead near the intersection of Laurel and Main Streets. Investigators […]
What We’re Tracking: Clouds stick around tonight A second round possible Monday Cold and sunny Tuesday We should manage to stay dry throughout a majority of the night which should allow crew members to clear the roads for the early morning. A Second wave looks to move through early Monday morning and lasting throughout Monday […]
