What We're Tracking: Clouds increase Rain moves in early Cooler Sunday before another warm-up Clouds will continue to move in overnight and thicken allowing temperatures to stay on the milder side only dropping into the lower 40s overnight with 30s expected for our northern counties. Our next storm system moves in early Saturday morning with [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) - The Kansas Historical Foundation and the Kansas Historical Society received a check today for $100,000. That amount will be donated to the foundation over the next four years. The gift, from Security Benefit, is designated for the Kansas Historical Foundation's Honor, Educate, Inspire Capital Campaign which aims to raise $7 million. [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) - The Kansas Department of Labor will not do any more on-camera interviews after a spokesperson confirmed Friday that it has received threats against the agency, staff and families. "KDOL has received credible threats of acts of violence against the agency itself, staff members and our families... We have seen a consistent [...]
An Oklahoma City Fire Department major was disciplined last week for rushing a young burn victim to the hospital on his own Christmas Eve after waiting 20 minutes for an ambulance.
This article provides information and education for investors. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks or securities. (NerdWallet/KSNT) -- Amid all the freneticism of the Reddit-hedge fund battle, a simple fact seems to have gone unnoticed: It means very little to [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) - Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced Amber Shultz will take over in an acting capacity Friday as Secretary for the Kansas Department of Labor. The Kansas Senate will vote to approve her as the head of the agency. Shultz will take over for Interim Secretary Ryan Wright, marking the third person to [...]
WASHINGTON (KSNT) - "Something isn't right here," according to Kansas' U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, speaking about the Kansas-based company AMC Theatres being shut out from the stock trading app Robinhood. The conservative senator made the comments Thursday and Friday about what has been a turbulent period for the stock market. A grassroots movement on Reddit's [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KNST) - A social media campaign launched by the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism hopes to honor the Sunflower State on its 160th birthday. “This celebration is a way for everyone to share in a toast to our state on its 160th birthday,” said Bridgette Jobe, Kansas Director of Tourism. “Kansas [...]
Furry friends all across the country could soon have new protections from the federal government - and lawmakers say it's about time.
JUNCTION CITY, Kan. (KSNT) - Geary County Schools USD 475 is creating a five-year plan and looking for public input. The district has created a short survey for parents, staff, and community members. The survey consists of eight questions. It focuses on how the district is doing and how it can improve. Superintendent Dr. Reginald [...]
MANHATTAN, Kan. (KSNT) - Walter Andrew Wadford, 22, of Junction City, is being held at the Riley County Jail on a $35,000 bond after being arrested and charged with kidnapping, aggravated robbery, and two counts of aggravated burglary. Wadford was arrested Thursday at 11:22 p.m. According to the Riley County Police Department the arrests stem [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KTMJ) – January 29 is Kansas Day and leaders at Kansas Tourism shared how the community can celebrate the state. To watch the department's campaign video, click here.
Johnson & Johnson’s long-awaited vaccine appears to protect against COVID-19 with just one shot – not as strong as some two-shot rivals but still potentially helpful for a world in dire need of more doses.
TOPEKA, Kan. (KTMJ) - Meet this week's cute pet: Bailey! Bailey belongs to Kathy Kliewer. She's a three-year-old silky poo who loves to play and cuddle and brings a lot of joy to their household. We want to feature your pet! Just upload a photo and some information, and watch FOX 43 AM Live Friday mornings at [...]
An Iowa woman said she will stop reminding her husband to wear his glasses now that a mistake, caused by his eyesight, led to them winning a $150,000 Powerball prize.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The top executive of Kansas City-based beer maker Boulevard Brewing Company has become the third high-ranking employee to leave since a viral Reddit post accused the company of being a harmful place to work for women. Jeff Krum, who has led Boulevard since 2016, confirmed his resignation to The Kansas [...]
Patrick Mahomes says he's dedicated to using his popularity and exposure to make a difference when it comes to everything from social justice and equality to improving the lives of as many children as possible.
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNT) – A white pickup truck crashed into Intrust Bank Arena in Wichita early Monday morning. Intrust Bank Arena general manager, AJ Boleski said it happened around 12:45 Monday. “Well, obviously, we are still in week one here, but we’re defintiely having conversations with our architects, engineers, and builders to see how we [...]
Highs, thanks to a southerly breeze and more sunshine, will make it to near 50° this afternoon. Our next storm system moves in on Saturday with a round of rain likely for the start of the weekend. A lot of us, except for our far northwestern counties, could pick up between 0.5" and 1" of [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) - One man is in the hospital Friday morning after being shot in downtown Topeka, according to police. Officers responded to a call of gunshots around 1:30 a.m. Friday on the 1300 block of SW Harrison Street. Upon arrival, first responders found one man with gunshot wounds, according to Topeka police. Medical [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT)--- A proposed law would remove the option for extending the deadline to receive advance ballots in Kansas. Right now, ballots must be postmarked by election day in Kansas. But, they only count if they arrive at the county election office within three days after the election. The current law also allows the [...]
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LAWRENCE, Kan. (KSNT) - The Kansas Jayhawks overcame a slow start to defeat TCU 59-51 at Allen Fieldhouse on Thursday night. The victory snapped a three game losing streak for KU. The Jayhawks trailed 19-18 at the half before turning things around with 39 points in the second half. KU was led by David McCormack's [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) - The Kansas Department of Labor announced a new call line for tax-related issues for those who have claimed unemployment this past year. Brian Graybeal could be one of the Kansans impacted by this, but he hasn't actually claimed unemployment, even though he needs it. Graybeal has tried to request it for [...]
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT)--- A bill calling for law enforcement training for missing and murdered indigenous people passed in a Kansas House Session Thursday. The bill, House bill 2008, passed with a unanimous vote of 123-0. In her first House speech, Kansas lawmaker, Representative Christina Haswood, D-Lawrence, called it "a great first step" toward addressing issues [...]
