Новости за 13.12.2023

TOPEKA (KSNT) - He was once an Ichabod but now, Kellen Simoncic is a Kansas State Wildcat. The veteran college quarterback announced his commitment to K-State via social media Wednesday afternoon. On3's Derek Young reports the former Ichabod will be a walk-on. Simoncic comes to K-State after fives years with Washburn, playing in each of [...]

FOX 43 (TOPEKA) - Miranda Ericsson with the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library details the books of the year for 2023.

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Kansas Ballet gave a matinee performance for its Nutcracker Ballet Wednesday morning at the Topeka Performing Arts Center. Over 1,500 Elementary school kids around the area were invited to the early show as part of the School Time Theater Series. The Kansas Ballet will have regularly scheduled performances of the Nutcracker [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Greater Topeka Partnership President Sean Dixon struck back at claims made by Heartland Park and Country Stampede owner Chris Payne that "it's safe to say Topeka's tourism income has been cut by half or more now with NHRA, Stampede and dozens of other event gone." KSNT 27 News contacted Payne for [...]

DELIA (KSNT) - A family was displaced after a fire resulted in a total loss of their home. At 10 p.m. on Tuesday, fire crews from Delia, Mayetta, Hoyt and the PBPN Fire Department responded to reports of a structure fire in the 13000 block of E. Road north of Delia. Crews fought the fire [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Shawnee County Sheriff's Office announced the results of Operation Grinch, a joint effort to target individuals with warrants, that happened Dec. 11 through Dec. 12. During Operation Grinch, the Shawnee County Sheriff's Office and the Topeka Police Department (TPD) worked together to arrest individuals with robbery, burglary and theft warrants. Of [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Stargazers rejoice, tonight the best meteor shower of the year peaks, but will clouds cover your view? Considered the best meteor shower of the year by space.com, the Geminids are expected to peak in the middle of the night and the late morning hours, according to the American Meteor Society (AMS). "We'll likely [...]

We should get a little warmer for today as our winds shift back around to the east and south east over the next couple of days. Highs should make it into the lower 50s this afternoon with mainly cloudy skies. Tonight, as the clouds stick around, overnight lows should dip into the lowers 30s. The [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT)- Voting is open to choose the next Kansas license plate, but some Kansans are still not satisfied with their options. One alternative design has caught social media attention across the state with an outpour of positive feedback. After the outcry following the first license plate design, five new options were announced for a [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The 2023 Washburn University Soccer team was recognized during a ceremony Tuesday evening in Yager Stadium. "It was a terrific run," Davy Phillips, Washburn University head Soccer coach said. "They were really focused and determined on being a successful program this year. To see it come to fruition is great. Anytime you [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - If you're down in the dumps over Country Stampede moving to Bonner Springs, you have a limited window of time to grab some collector's items being auctioned off starting this week. Heartland Motorsports Park recently announced it would be auctioning off numerous items starting on Wednesday, Dec. 13. Everything from sports cars [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - You've heard of police K-9 units, but have you heard about TFD's fire investigation dogs? Skye is part of Topeka's very first K-9 fire investigation unit. His job is to search for accelerants at fire scenes which tremendously helps TFD's efforts. "A lot of times we will already know that there's an [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - In honor of the sixth night of Hanukkah, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly is celebrating with Jewish community leaders. Governor Kelly helped light the menorah at the 17th annual Hanukkah celebration at the Kansas State Capitol. Rabbi Wendy Wineberg, part of the Overland Park branch of Chabad of Kansas, told 27 News having [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - DeShawn Hanika is transferring to KU after four years in Ames, Iowa. The Hayden High graduate announced his decision on social media on Monday. "I'm coming home," he said. Hanika had a breakout year with the Cyclones in 2022, catching 17 passes for 244 yards and four touchdowns. However, the ISU tight [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Family, friends, students and fellow staff at Washburn University (WU) are coming together to help a professor recover after his frightening encounter with a rare disorder. Professor Tony Silvestri is a member of the College of Arts and Sciences at WU, teaching courses on history while also having a healthy appreciation for [...]

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KSNT) - The Royals pitching staff is getting a boost for the 2024 season. On Tuesday, multiple reports came out that the Royals are signing two new pitchers. Seth Lugo and Chris Stratton will join the KC clubhouse. Lugo, a right-handed pitcher, has a three-year, $45 million contract with the Royals, according [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Crews are currently on the scene of an active fire in east Topeka. Around 4:30 p.m. the Topeka Fire Department (TFD) responded to a call about a structure fire in east Topeka. Crews are currently working to fight the fire in the 1500 block of southeast Fourth Avenue near the Shunga Creek. [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The City of Topeka is celebrating the installment of a new water tower south of Lake Sherwood. The City of Topeka took to social media to share the word that a new water tower is under construction near the intersection of southwest 41st Street and Stutley Road. The new tower is being [...]

MANHATTAN (KSNT)- There has been no shortage of roster turnover for Kansas State football since the end of the 2023 regular season, but Monday's departure isn't to the transfer portal. K-State tight end Ben Sinnott declared for the NFL draft on Tuesday. The Wildcat standout tight end (listed as a full back on the depth [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - As winter weather slowly creeps up, families needing help heating their house can now apply for aid sooner. The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) announced its moving up the application date for those who need financial assistance keeping the heat on this winter season, according to a press release from [...]

Brissa Romero, 17, was reported missing last week.