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News

Cessna Stadium demolition

Demolition underway as Wichita State begins Cessna Stadium renovation project

Updated: 19 minutes ago
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By KWCH Staff
Demolition is underway at Wichita State University’s Cessna Stadium, the beginning of a massive renovation project that’s transforming the near-80-year-old venue near 21st and Hillside.

Accidents

I-235 and Kellogg crash

4 injured, 1 critically in W. Wichita crash

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Four people suffered injuries, at least one seriously in a west Wichita crash that prompted a heavy emergency response and a highway ramp closure.

News

A summer meal program kicked off to help keep students in Great Bend Schools fed during the week.

Summer meal program kicks off in Great Bend

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Austin Morton and KWCH Staff
This week marked the beginning of a summer meal program for Great Bend schools, allowing students in all grades to have free lunches throughout the week when they’re not in school.

News

ICT-1 is a specialized group that assists law enforcement on calls involving mental-health...

Wichita City Council approves expanding mental health response team

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Shawn Loging and KWCH Staff
Meeting people where they are: That’s the goal of a planned expansion to Wichita’s “Integrated Care Team Program.”

Crime

Wichita police arrested 19-year-old La'Niha Banks in connection to the deadly shooting of...

Woman arrested, accused of shooting, killing 19-year-old mother in Old Town

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Wichita police have arrested 19-year-old La’Niha Banks in the shooting death of 19-year-old Lationna Johnson of Wichita.

Fentanyl Crisis

FILE — Lawrence police officers said they responded to three suspected fentanyl overdoses on...

1 dead, 2 hospitalized from suspected fentanyl overdoses in Lawrence

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By KCTV5 Staff
Police said that at each call, officers found evidence to believe fentanyl was the cause.

Crime

Wichita police responded to a shooting call Tuesday afternoon after a man suffered a gunshot...

2 injured, 1 critically in separate shootings in N. Wichita

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Police are on the scene of multiple shootings in north Wichita.

Crime

Hutchinson police arrested 55-year-old William Allen, of Hutchinson for child sex crimes.

Hutchinson man arrested for child sex crimes

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
The Hutchinson Police Department confirmed the arrest of a 55-year-old Hutchinson man for child sex crimes.

News

FILE — The Sustainability Board has discussed options involving the matter for a long duration...

Lawrence city commissioners weigh in on plastic bag ban

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Olivia Eisenhauer
The Sustainability Board has discussed options involving the matter for a long duration of time in an effort to reduce the use of plastics in the city.

State

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Kansas abortion restrictions challenged in court

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Kansas abortion providers on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against the state challenging multiple abortion restrictions.
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Local

Wichita police cracking down on stunt-riding groups

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Police said that in seven days of the stunt-riding project, police have made 17 arrests and 17 impounds.

Building You

Week of June 5: Job of the day

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Week of May 29, 2023: Job of the day. This week the Workforce Centers of South Central Kansas are presenting jobs with a financial focus.

State

Great Bend Utilities addresses water leaks

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
The leaks stem from the plumbing that hold the water meters in place.

Investigation

Woman found lying in Wichita street dies from injuries, investigation underway

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating an incident that fatally injured a 68-year-old Wichita woman.

Health

Free COVID-19 tests available for all Kansas communities through mid-June

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) said all Kansas households will be allowed to request free, at-home COVID-19 tests through June 15, 2023.

Education

Southwestern College, Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine announce admissions partnership

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Southwestern College and Kansas Health Science Center-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KHSC-KansasCOM) have announced an admissions partnership agreement

College

Wichita State softball coach Kristi Bredbenner signs through 2028

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
Bredbenner just completed her 12th season at WSU.

State

Train derailment causes closure to US 400 near Dodge City

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
The derailment caused major damage to the tracks and highway.

Weather

Lightning strike damages, temporarily closes College Hill business

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
The business will be closed for the next couple of months.

Crime

W. Wichita dental office reports trees stolen, asks for suspected thieves to return them

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 8:06 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff and Cale Chapman
Employees at a west Wichita dental office made an unexpected discovery Saturday when they arrived for work at the office. Four of the business’s trees are missing.

News

Sedgwick Co. detention deputy beaten unconscious, inmate identified as suspect

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 5:57 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
A Sedgwick County detention deputy was taken to the hospital on Monday after being assaulted by an inmate.

Crime

Man charged in deadly hit-and-run arrested again for racing motorcycle, stunt riding

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 5:33 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The Wichita Police Department said on May 27, it arrested 21-year-old Chase Faimon, of Valley Center, for “felony racing on highways and racing and sideshow, stemming from a Stunt Rider Project investigation.”

Local

Wichita City Council to consider expanding mental health response team

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 5:33 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
On Tuesday, the Wichita City Council will consider continuing the ICT One program.

Eye on Agriculture

Kansas wheat harvest looks to be historically small

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 5:31 PM CDT
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By Morgan Mobley
Kansas has been called the country’s breadbasket. Now, wheat farmers in the state will reap their smallest harvest in more than 60 years.

News

Hail, wind, rain move through south-central Kansas Monday afternoon

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 4:50 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
It was another round of storms in south-central Kansas Monday afternoon.

Missing Persons

Amber Alert canceled: 4 Topeka children safe, mother in custody

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 1:50 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Topeka police have issued an Amber Alert for four children who were taken by their mother Monday morning.

Crime

Wichita man arrested, accused of stealing Amazon delivery van

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 1:17 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The Wichita Police Department (WPD) arrested a 52-year-old man accused of stealing an Amazon delivery van.

State

Surveillance video sought after fire breaks out at Rawlins County Jr.-Sr. High School

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 10:23 AM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Police did not confirm a fire, but the area around the school is closed.

News

Kansas receives $27.5 million to reduce train collisions and blocked crossings

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 9:16 AM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
This inaugural round of funding will address more than 400 at-grade crossings nationwide.

News

Habitat for Humanity builds home for Wichita family during Riverfest

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 10:26 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
During the 51st annual Riverfest celebration, the organization, Habitat for Humanity, is building a home for a Wichita family in need.

Crime

Wichita shootings injure 18-year-old woman, 19-year-old man

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 2:17 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Investigators are working to determine what led up to the shootings.

Weather

Widely scattered showers and storms Today and Monday

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 8:45 AM CDT
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By Dean Jones
Scattered storms for Today and Monday

News

Teen injured in shooting at Wichita QuikTrip

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 1:12 AM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Officers were called to the scene at 11:38 p.m. Dispatch confirmed the shooting happened in the parking lot. One person was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

News

Wichita community gathers for Riverfest despite the rainy weather

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 10:05 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
On Saturday, the Wichita community gathered downtown for day two of the city’s Riverfest festival. Many people are excited about what the experience has to offer.

News

UPDATE: Russell Fire Chief in ‘good condition’ after structure fire, explosion

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 2:45 PM CDT
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By Hailey Tucker
The City of Russell, KS posted to it’s Facebook Saturday stating the Russell Fire Department’s Chief had been injured in a structure fire Friday.

News

LKPD looking for suspect in overnight homicide

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 2:29 PM CDT
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By Hailey Tucker
The Lawrence Police Department (LKPD) confirmed one person is dead after an overnight shooting near the area of 24th and Cedarwood.

Animals

New cases of kennel cough spotlight health concern in dogs

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:16 PM CDT
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By Alex Jirgens and KWCH Staff
With summer travel plans in full swing, the conversation about kennel cough comes to the forefront with a question of whether pet owners should be concerned about boarding their dogs.

News

Man fishing at Cheney Lake finds Jeep stolen in 1990 under water

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 9:29 PM CDT
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By Joe Baker and KWCH Staff
Over Memorial Day Weekend, John Mounce said he was “floored” by what he discovered beneath the surface at Cheney Lake.

Crime

Wichita man accused of beating mother to death appears in court

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:20 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
A Wichita man accused of beating his mother to death with a rock makes a first appearance in court.

Crime

Man charged with murder in crash that killed couple

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:44 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
A man accused of crashing a stolen pickup into another vehicle and killing two people inside also made a first appearance in court on Friday.

News

Local program seeks fresh produce donations to feed the hungry

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:36 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
A local initiative is asking gardeners to donate their fresh produce to those that are struggling with food insecurity in our community.

Crime

Man arrested in connection with ATM thefts at Kansas colleges, universities

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:10 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation reported this week that a multi-state investigation into ATM theft at colleges and universities led to the arrest of a 38-year-old Wichita man.

Weather

Rain not enough to spoil 1st day of Riverfest

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:58 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
While rain presented a challenge for the opening day of Riverfest, the weather didn’t spoil the party.

Accidents

Andover teen injured in early morning shooting

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 1:36 PM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that seriously injured a 17-year-old male from Andover.

Crime

Infamous Chiefs superfan makes ‘Most Wanted’ list

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:37 AM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
Infamous Kansas City Chiefs superfan Xaviar Babudar, aka Chiefsaholic, was recently added to the Greater Kansas City Crime Stoppers ‘Most Wanted’ list.

Where's Shane?

Where’s Shane? Kicking off Riverfest 2023

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:32 AM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
Storm Team 12 Meteorologist Jake Dunne joined Shane Konicki Friday morning in downtown for the kick-off of Wichita’s biggest party.

Breaking News

WPD: 2 injured in shooting at southeast Wichita nightclub

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:00 AM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
WPD investigates shooting outside bar early Friday morning.

Crime

Man injured in Ark City shooting, 3 arrested after chase

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:19 AM CDT
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By KWCH Staff
The Arkansas City Police Department reported making three arrests in connection with a Thursday afternoon shooting in the city that injured one man.

Crime

SE Wichita neighbors voice frustration after fire to vacant apartments

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 11:32 PM CDT
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By Branden Stitt and KWCH Staff
It’s been a problem in Wichita with no immediate solution in sight: buildings and houses that are supposed to be abandoned are catching fire.

News

Owners of historic Kansas home uncover trove of secrets

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 11:10 PM CDT
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By Betsy Webster, Cyndi Fahrlander and Zoe Brown
When Thad and Robin Krasnesky bought a 140-year-old home in Leavenworth two years ago, they got more than they bargained for -- but in a good way.
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