What We’re Tracking: Pleasant evening ahead Humidity increasing Hot next few days Skies will stay clear for the remainder of the afternoon and into the evening as well. Overall a nice night is in store for us again with temperatures falling into the 80s after dark and eventually the lower 70s just before sunrise tomorrow. [...]
TOPEKA, (KSNT)--- The Unemployment Improvement Council kicked off their first meeting on Monday with a long list of agenda items ahead, including taking steps to look into the number of fraudulent claims paid out in the past year. Representative Sean Tarwater, R-Stilwell, said the council will reconvene in person Thursday and Friday of next week [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Topeka City Council will be discussing issues with e-scooters during its meeting Tuesday night. Bird Scooters launched in Topeka in April. According to the company, more than 4,500 riders have used the service. The council requested a representative from Bird appear to answer questions and address concerns about the service. City [...]
TOPEKA, KS (KTMJ) — In this week's Pet Advice segment, Dr. Travis Gratton with University Veterinary Care Center continues the conversation on brain health in aging pets with a closer look at therapies and ways to manage cognitive decline. University Veterinary Care Center is a paid sponsor of FOX 43 AM Live and is responsible [...]
The incident happened last month, and over the past few days the video has gone viral.
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A relative of a 2-year-old boy who was accidentally shot was arrested and booked into jail, according to Topeka police. Aneis L. Brown, 22 of Topeka, was charged with aggravated endangering of a child and possession of a firearm by a felon. The 2 year-old boy and Brown are related to one [...]
Rockhurst University announced it will require COVID-19 vaccinations for students starting this fall; strongly encouraging shots for faculty
The U.S. death toll from COVID-19 topped 600,000 on Tuesday, even as the vaccination drive has drastically brought down daily cases and fatalities and allowed the country to emerge from the gloom and look forward to summer.
A new analysis of blood samples from 24,000 Americans taken early last year is the latest and largest study to suggest that the new coronavirus popped up in the U.S. in December 2019 — weeks before cases were first recognized by health officials.
During the last weeks of his presidency, Donald Trump and his allies pressured the Justice Department to investigate unsubstantiated claims of widespread 2020 election fraud, despite his former attorney general declaring there was no evidence of it, newly released emails show.
(DOUG JESSOP’S JESSOP’S JOURNAL – ABC4 NEWS - SALT LAKE CITY, UT) Happy Mother’s Day. In this episode of Jessop’s Journal I had the pleasure to interview a woman that has Mother written all over her. Kayla Glines is a triplet. What makes her different is that she had triplets. But then she had quadruplets! [...]
As record-setting heat arrives in parts of Colorado, many are looking for ways to stay cool. So, why not take a swim?
TOPEKA (KSNT)-- Local health authorities are working to improve access to food in Shawnee County. Officials are running a "food system analysis." This report is going to help health workers decide what needs to change to help those who are most vulnerable. The first study performed by the health department confirmed that there are food [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Topeka Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a two-year-old child in serious condition according to Gretchen Spiker, Public Information Officer for the police department. “This is the third shooting we’ve responded to in the last few days in which a child has beeninjured. This concerning trend cannot continue. Gun [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Firefighters responding to an early morning fire in Topeka found smoke coming from the two-story home. Firefighters arrived at 708 SW 16th St. just after 3:15 a.m. The Fire Department Investigation Unit called the cause of the fire undetermined, and asked anyone who may have information to call Crime Stoppers at 785-234-0007 [...]
The Wichita Fire Department rescued two people from a burning apartment early Tuesday morning.
WICHITA (KSNT)- McCoy Tittsworth prayed for a sister for years. His wishes came true in March 2017 when his little sister, Molly, was born at Wesley Medical Center. Molly was born on a Tuesday morning. On Wednesday afternoon, her parents, Ryan and Janelle, were given permission to be discharged. As they wrapped up things at [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson announced Tuesday morning that the meeting of the Legislative Coordinating Council has been canceled. As a result, the statewide emergency declaration will expire as scheduled on June 15th, 2021. "At last month's LCC meeting, a majority of legislative leaders made it clear that June 15th was likely [...]
TOPEKA, (KSNT)--- The state of emergency order in Kansas is set to end. A group of lawmakers will be meeting Tuesday afternoon to decide whether to extend the emergency order. In an interview Monday, Gov. Kelly said she's feeling 'optimistic' about the upcoming decision, noting that it is vital in making sure the state has [...]
Shelby Houlihan, the American record holder in the 1,500 and 5,000 meters, posted that she’s been banned for four years following a positive test for what she says was a tainted pork burrito.
KANSAS CITY (KSNT) - Staffing shortages are forcing Worlds of Fun to close on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for the month of June. In a tweet the Kansas City amusement park said they will be closed June 15-16, June 22-23, and June 29-30. The schedule for Oceans of Fun will not change. The park said they [...]
We're expecting plenty of sunshine again today as our temperatures climb into the middle 90s. We'll have to tack on an extra 1-3° for what it feels like, though, as our humidity begins to increase. By midweek, our humidity levels will make it feel quite muggy outside, and our temperatures will be in the mid [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Cider Days Fall Market is making an official return to this year's social calendar after being canceled last fall during the height of the pandemic. Organizers announced the 2021 festival date Monday, marking its 40th year in Topeka. The event will feature fresh-pressed apple cider, food, entertainment and hundreds of artists and [...]
TOPEKA (KSNT) - School's out for the summer, but that doesn't mean it's time to put education on pause. Quincy Elementary's STREAM camp is combining fun and learning to help students catch up that fell behind during the pandemic. STREAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art, reading, and math. Some days students will be out [...]
(KSNT) - Former Lawrence resident Michael Andrew has qualified for the Olympics in Tokyo. Andrew won the men's swimming 100 meter breaststroke by one hundredth of a second.
