Новости за 09.04.2024

TOPEKA (KSNT) - High school students in the local area are getting a hands-on introduction to trade jobs in Topeka. The Topeka Area Building Association (TABA) hosted 'Build My Future Topeka' career day Tuesday. It gives students options to enter the workforce without going to college. Young people got to interact with experts in various [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - A local library has created a new strategic plan after asking for input from the community. The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library has released its 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. More than 1,750 people responded to a community survey to help the library come up with its new plan, according to a social [...]

What we’re Tracking Tonight, cloud cover moves into the area and winds remain rather calm. The storm system that arrives on Wednesday afternoon looks to stay off towards the south so we will miss out on any beneficial rain chances. However, this system will bring in overnight clouds and possible showers for our southeastern counties [...]

President Biden is pushing forward with plans for “life-changing” student debt relief as he courts young voters amid signs that the critical voting bloc could turn away from his party or simply sit out in November. A new NPR/NewsHour/Marist Poll released last week found former President Trump up 2 points over Biden among millennial and Generation [...]

TOPEKA (FOX 43) - Sunny Days Vendor Market Owner Alyssa Bailey joins the FOX 43 AM Live team ahead of their one year anniversary, importance of shopping local and the upcoming Sunny Days Spring Market event. Watch the interview above for more details. For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Topeka USD 501 Superintendent Dr. Tiffany Anderson and Coordinator of Media Services Tiffanie Beasley join the 27 News morning show to highlight the importance of libraries in the local community, educators that double as authors, and the upcoming Roll & Read event. Watch the interview above for more details. For more local [...]

'The House That Jack Built' is officially for sale in Kansas.

A 46-year-old promise came to fruition Monday when a former teacher reunited with his students to watch the total solar eclipse in New York.

Over time, fewer skilled workers could mean months-long wait times for services and higher prices.

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The classic rock band born in Topeka is adding a second tour date for its return to the Capital City later this year. The Topeka Performing Arts Center (TPAC) announced in a press release that KANSAS is now set to perform twice in October 2024 on its 50th Anniversary Tour. The decision [...]

EMPORIA (KSNT) - A major grocery store chain is opening a new pharmacy in the City of Emporia this week. Dillons announced in a press release it will hold a grand opening for a new pharmacy location to help serve the people of Emporia. The official ribbon cutting is set for 10 a.m. on Wednesday, [...]

Watch the moon's shadow move across the nation during the eclipse.

TOPEKA (KSNT) - A fire that's scorched thousands of acres in Riley and Pottawatomie Counties is almost contained. Pottawatomie County Public Information Officer Becky Ryan says there was no reported injuries to livestock or people and no structures were damaged in the county. She said Fire Supervisor Jared Barnes is reporting the fire is now [...]

LAWRENCE (KSNT) - One of KU's recent transfer portal additions will be sidelined for at least the remainder of spring practices. Kansas tight end DeShawn Hanika suffered a leg injury in practice last week, Lance Leipold told reporters on Tuesday. Hanika underwent surgery and will miss the remainder of the spring, including KU's spring showcase [...]

STACKER - Gasoline prices have risen about 20 cents per gallon over the past month as spring travel demand and more expensive seasonal fuel blends have pushed prices upward, as is expected this time of year. But prices in some regions are also facing other pressures. According to AAA, refineries along the West Coast are [...]

KANSAS (KSNT) - The manager and publicist for Mo Brings Plenty warned of fraudulent scammers looking to capitalize on the death of his nephew Cole Brings Plenty. On Tuesday, April 9, the Manager and Publicist for Mo Brings Plenty, Michelle Shining Elk, published an alert warning of scammers. Elk said that Joseph "Joe" Brings Plenty, [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - It's a rising topic on Google Trends in Kansas: "why do my eyes hurt" after the solar eclipse? Yesterday Kansas was plunged into partial darkness after a solar eclipse. Looking at the sun – during an eclipse or any other time – without certified viewing glasses can cause permanent eye damage. “The [...]

EMPORIA (KSNT) - Emporia is turning to dogs to help people get excited about the city. The Emporia Main Street HYPE Team offers an extension to their program called HYPE Hounds. Just like the original HYPE Team, the goal is to get involved with the community and showcase events. The only difference is the addition of dogs. [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) -- The city of Topeka is one step closer to finding its newest city manager.Five Topeka city manager finalists met up Monday evening at Hotel Topeka to meet community members. Beforehand, they spoke about why they feel they're the best choice to lead the city. Working for you, 27 News asked the hard [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) — Topeka police responded to a shooting in the Oakland neighborhood Monday night. Officers with the Topeka Police Department (TPD) were called just before 8 p.m. on April 8 to the 900 block of NE Wabash Avenue, according to a press release. Two people were found with gunshot wounds and were taken to [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) — Topeka police responded to a shooting in the Oakland neighborhood Monday night. A press release from the Topeka Police Department says officers responded to the 900 block of NE Wabash Avenue just before 8 p.m. The release says two people were found with gunshot wounds, and were taken to the hospital. One [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Topekans young and old gathered in north Topeka to watch a historic solar eclipse. Monday, a senior center hosted a solar eclipse watch party that was open to the entire community. Papan's Landing Senior Center had games, solar-themed snacks, live music and of course eclipse glasses, so everyone could see the historic [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - The groundbreaking for a new Topeka park is set for Wednesday this week. Shawnee County Parks and Recreation (SCP+R) announced in a press release that a ceremonial groundbreaking for Family Park will happen at 10 a.m. on April 10 at 2201 SW Urish Road. Local officials will be present for the occasion. [...]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire has had his ups and downs on the field since he arrived in Kansas City in 2020.

State troopers said they found the woman with an AR-15 rifle and 9mm handgun.