Новости за 30.06.2023

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Two people sustained minor injuries after a mid-morning fire. Topeka firefighters responded to a housefire on the 2700 block of SW Boswell Avenue at 9 a.m. Friday, June 30, according to a press release from the City of Topeka. Upon arrival, firefighters found light smoke coming from the basement and were able [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - As Independence Day gets close, local firefighters remind people why it's important to be safe when lighting fireworks. The Topeka Fire Department (TFD) wants everyone to stay safe this Fourth of July weekend, while having as much fun as they can. "What we really want to emphasize is that we use care [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - On June 30, Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2292, promoting and expanding apprenticeships with businesses, healthcare organizations, educational institutions and nonprofit groups. The legislation known as the Kansas Apprenticeship Act is a matching grant program for higher education institutions based on the number of engineering program graduates. In September, Kelly established [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Police have identified Topeka's most recent shooting victim Friday afternoon. Donna Eubanks with the Topeka Police Department (TPD) said in a press release that Xavion E. Phannix, 20, of Topeka was killed in a Thursday morning shooting. The investigation into his death is ongoing. Phannix's death moved the number of Topeka's homicides [...]

What We’re Tracking **HEAT ADVISORY** - Anderson, Coffey, Douglas, Franklin, Jackson, Jefferson, Lyon, Osage, Pottawatomie, Shawnee, and Wabaunsee counties from 1:00pm - 7:00pm Friday. Some cloud cover will try to move overhead tonight keeping temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s. There is a chance for stronger to severe storms to move into the [...]

Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce enjoyed themselves in this year's celebrity golf exhibition "The Match."

An Independence man charged with four robberies claims he committed the crimes to help his grandma pay high utility bills, according to court docs.

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Drivers are advised to avoid part of I-470 in Topeka due to a crash Friday afternoon. A Shawnee County Dispatcher told KSNT 27 News that traffic is backed up on I-470 eastbound due to a wreck first reported at 12:06 p.m. Motorists should avoid this area and seek alternative routes of travel [...]

A fire at Bradley Fair broke out at the end of a fireworks show on Thursday night.

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Law enforcement say three people are in custody after a pursuit of a stolen vehicle ended in a west Topeka neighborhood. The Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) spoke with KSNT 27 News about the presence of state troopers in the area of SW 25th St. and Villa West. A red Chrysler 300 was [...]

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TOPEKA (KSNT) - Local park officials say the Lake Shawnee campground improvement efforts are nearing the end. Mike McLaughlin with Shawnee County Parks and Recreation said the improved campground area at Lake Shawnee now features 49 campsites with 12 pull-through sites to accommodate larger RVs. Three tent sites in the area have also seen significant [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) alongside law enforcement across the state will be holding a 'Speeding Slows You Down' campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of speeding. From July 10 to 16, agencies will be increasing enforcement for speeding to improve traffic safety. “If you speed you aren’t just breaking [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Law enforcement say an 18-year-old is in custody after a pursuit and foot chase ended with the use of a tazer on a suspect accused of multiple crimes. The Shawnee County Sheriff's Office (SNSO) said in a press release that a 911 call was made to Shawnee County Emergency Dispatch on an [...]

TOPEKA (KNST) - The Helping Hands Humane Society (HHHS) will receive a large grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love for their lifesaving work with animals in northeast Kansas. HHHS is set to receive $100,000 in grant funds as part of more than $15 million in investments to local organizations across the country, according to [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Kansas Governor Laura Kelly issued a declaration of disaster in response to wildfires in Ford County. The announcement came in the evening hours of June 29 and will give the state more resources to respond to the fires in Ford County and any new fires. This comes just days before the Fourth [...]

JUNCTION CITY (KSNT) - Freedom Fest activities are leading the city to close some roads this Independence Day. Junction City shared in a press release that there will be multiple road closures for Freedom Fest. Because of various events in the days leading up to the Fourth of July, and heavy foot traffic, the Junction [...]

CONCORDIA (KSNT) - On Thursday, an individual was injured in a two-vehicle crash on US 81 Highway, resulting in one vehicle on its side. At 3:36 p.m., a 28-year-old woman was driving a 2016 Jeep north on US 81 Highway towards Concordia with three juvenile passengers. A 48-year-old woman driving a 2011 Mercedes was also [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT)- Craig Dunstan, a Topeka resident for more than 40 years, is now running as a candidate for the Topeka City Council District 6 seat. He joined the 27 News Morning team to speak more about why he wants to run for this position, as well as what are some of the main issues [...]

What We’re Tracking **HEAT ADVISORY** - Anderson, Clay, Cloud, Coffey, Dickinson, Douglas, Franklin, Geary, Jackson, Jefferson, Lyon, Morris, Osage, Pottawatomie, Riley, Shawnee, and Wabaunsee counties from 1:00pm - 9:00pm today. A few isolated to scattered storms will clip the northern counties of the area through the early part of the day, but clear out to [...]

TOPEKA, K.S. (KSNT) - Over 200 students from 11 different universities are in Topeka this weekend to race solar-powered cars. It seems like this week's sun and warm weather would provide perfect conditions for them, since these cars run on solar energy, but that's not the case. While sun exposure is ideal, hot weather can [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - A teenager is in police custody accused of murder. According the the Topeka Police Department, officers arrested a 17-year-old boy for a murder from March 14. His name has not been released. The teen is being held on the following charges: Khristopher A. L. Brown, 19, of Topeka was killed in a [...]

CARY, N.C. (KSNT) - After standout performances during the Collegiate National Team's training camp, K-State sophomores Kaelen Culpepper and Tyson Neighbors earned a spot on the USA baseball roster. The Collegiate National Team will represent the United States in two five-game series against Chinese Taipei and Japan across the Carolinas from June 30-July 12. "After [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Steve Kile Band was Thursday night's entertainment for Evergy Plaza's Eats and Beats concert series. Evergy Plaza's Thursday night Eats and Beats is from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and features local musicians and bands. Evergy Plaza's Thursday night Eats and Beats is presented by Envista with media sponsors KSNT and [...]

LYNDON, KS. (KSNT)- One of the best high school football players in the state of Kansas announced his commitment on Thursday. Lyndon High School's Kaedin Massey will play college football at Kansas State. The 6-foot-8 offensive lineman is the top ranked prospect in Kansas for the class of 2024, according to 247 Sports. He's ranked [...]