Новости за 14.06.2023

Kansas City has sued Kia and Hyundai over security issues that lead to thefts put the public at risk and strains emergency services.

Kansas City Worlds of Fun announces the Zambezi Zinger roller coaster will open to the public on Monday, June 19 following delays.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KSNT)- Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino is done for the season. The Royals announced the news on social media on Wednesday. Pasquantino will have surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. The Royals infielder is his second big league season. He was hitting .247 with nine home runs and [...]

After more than two decades as America’s best-selling beer, Bud Light has slipped into second place.

The seizure occurred on June 12 around 12:30 p.m.

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) confirmed one of their Topeka locations was the victim of theft after components from electrical boxes used to charge USPS electric vehicles were found to have been stolen. The USPS has implemented several measures to prevent future thefts, according to Postal Inspector Paul Shade. Shade said security [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt released a statement Wednesday confirming she has breast cancer. Schmidt released the news June 14 regarding her cancer diagnosis in a statement that can be seen, in full, below: “Earlier today, I shared with Kansas Insurance Department staff that during a routine mammogram, my doctor ordered a [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has issued a proclamation that June is "Great Outdoors Month" in the state of Kansas. This announcement from the governor is meant to act as a reminder of the importance of Kansas' outdoors and parks and how much they contribute to the lives of the state's residents, according [...]

HAYS (KSNT) - On Wednesday, Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2290, enabling institutions to make educational programs and student services more accessible. The bill breaks down bureaucratic barriers to services and expands opportunities for apprenticeships, internships and employment with local businesses, according to a press release from the Office of the Governor. “Connecting young [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Wildlife officials are opening the floor to public comment on changes that could impact hunters statewide. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) said in a press release that the KDWP Commission are examining recommendations from staff regarding challenges posed to Kansas' natural resources. Chiefly, these topics include increased hunting pressure [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Construction crews in Topeka have completely closed an intersection on Gage Boulevard due to an issue encountered during work in the area. Andy Rosebrook with the City of Topeka said ongoing work on SW Gage Boulevard has resulted in the need to fully close SW Gage Boulevard at 10th Street. This closure [...]

MAYETTA (KSNT) - Comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham will be coming to Kansas soon. Prairie Band Casino & Resort announced that Dunham will be appearing for a live performance at 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 17 in the Great Lakes Ballroom. Tickets will go on sale starting Friday, June 16 at noon. Dunham combines comedy [...]

MANHATTAN (KSNT) - The Riley County Health Department (RCHD) will be holding a free documentary film screening as part of the county's efforts to share the dangers of opioid use. The film titled "The First Day: A Focus on the Beginning" will be screened at 6 p.m. June 20 at AMC Theaters in Manhattan. The [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - On Wednesday, Shawnee County deputies arrested two people after being led on a chase starting in the 2500 block of SE California Ave. Before 7:45 p.m., a Shawnee County Sheriff's Office (SNCO) deputy attempted a traffic stop on a red 2001 Ford Expedition for a registration violation. The driver allegedly fled from [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT)- Topeka City councilwoman Karen Hiller for District 1 joined KSNT 27 News Morning Anchor Katie Garceran for a discussion on the previous night’s council meeting, touting new progress being made across the City. KSNT 27 News reported on June 7 that a Chick-Fil-A spokesperson said that the company was speaking with the City [...]

EMPORIA (KSNT) - Three people avoided serious injuries after their truck and camper rolled over on a Lyon County highway. The Emporia Police Department (EPD) say at 9:30 p.m. on June 13, officers were sent to the scene of a rollover crash on I-35 near mile marker 130. Upon arrival, officers found a Jeep Grand [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Emporia State University (ESU) has moved to reverse the reinstatement of several professors who were laid off earlier this year. Gwen Larson, a spokeswoman for the university, confirmed that the cases are pending in Lyon County District Court, in an email to Kansas Capitol Bureau on Tuesday. "Emporia State University asked for [...]

After some morning storms, we'll see a bit of a break today before isolated storms try and redevelop later this afternoon. Many spots should stay dry, but if you happen to get underneath one of the storms, there could be locally heavy rainfall associated with them. Warmer air begins to build in today, and you'll [...]

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce said he plans to play football in the NFL until the wheels come off and he makes a decision to quit.

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Not much time is left to purchase a chance to win the St. Jude Dream Home from a dwindling supply of tickets. Carrie Williams with the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway sat down with KSNT 27 News to talk about the mission of the hospital and how time is running out to [...]

MANHATTAN, KS. (KSNT)- K-State offensive line coach Conor Riley was furious. He has 20 years of coaching experience and enters his fifth season with K-State in the fall of 2023. None of that could've prepared Riley for the emotions he felt after receiving a text from one of his offensive lineman shortly after K-State's season [...]

LAWRENCE (KSNT)- Former Wichita State pitcher Grant Adler will be a Jayhawk. The right handed starter announced his commitment to KU on social media on Tuesday after entering the transfer portal recently. Adler earned first-team all-conference for the Shockers last season and notched an impressive 2.55 ERA. He is the second former Shocker to stay [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Topeka's newest apartment complex is officially open after a ribbon cutting earlier today. Wheatfield Village in southwest Topeka is officially open after nearly two years of construction. The new apartments feature a full gym, a heated pool year-round and a billiard's lounge. The apartments are surrounded by new restaurants and is located [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Infinity School of Dance held its summer dance recital Tuesday, June 13 at the Topeka Performing Arts Center. “Our summer recital is a culmination of a year's worth of work. Our summer recital is our big one where all our dancers are on stage showing off what they have learned this [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) — Washburn University recently revealed its comprehensive seven-year campus plan, featuring a notable initiative to repurpose one of its oldest buildings.  Carnegie Hall has been an integral part of Washburn University since its construction in 1904. Originally funded by renowned philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, the iconic structure was envisioned as a cultural and educational [...]