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News

Community members place roses and letters at spot where Jackie Robinson statue stood

Kansas community rallies to search for stolen Jackie Robinson statue: ‘Please return it’

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Max Dutton and Dylan Domangue
The WCC is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for a tip that leads to the arrest of the suspects and an additional $5,000 for any tips that lead to the stolen statue’s recovery.

Kansas City Chiefs

Chiefs fans in Baltimore

Chiefs fans flock to Baltimore for AFC title game

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Brandon Zenner
A road contest wasn’t going to deter the Chiefs Kingdom from flocking to enemy territory for this weekend’s title game at M&T Bank Stadium.

News

A Wellsville, KS bus crashed Saturday morning near Fredonia, KS due to slick road conditions....

KS school bus rolls due to slick roads, minor injuries reported

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Hailey Tucker
Wilson County dispatch confirms a Wellsville, KS school bus crashed and rolled due to slick road conditions.

News

146-foot-long bomber jet arrived at NIAR in Wichita after four day journey from Texas.

B1 bomber plane arrives in Wichita after four day trek from Texas

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Max Dutton and Dylan Domangue
It took crews and police escorts four days to carry the 146 foot long bomber jet over 450 miles from Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, Texas to Kansas.

News

One person is critically injured after a house fire Saturday afternoon.

One critically injured in S. Wichita house fire

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Hailey Tucker
Sedgwick County dispatch confirms one person is seriously injured after a house fire in south Wichita.

News

The Sedgwick County Zoo (SCZ) welcomed it’s newest Colobus monkey family member!

Sedgwick County Zoo welcomes new baby monkey

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
The Sedgwick County Zoo (SCZ) welcomed it’s newest Colobus monkey family member!

News

Sedgwick County dispatch confirms that two people were killed in a shooting early Saturday...

14-year-old arrested, two teens dead after overnight shooting in Wichita

Updated: Jan. 27, 2024 at 3:16 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Sedgwick County dispatch confirms that two people are dead following a drive-by shooting

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train stopped at crossing

Pratt among Kansas communities where stopped trains bring frustration, safety concerns

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 11:27 PM CST
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By Branden Stitt and Matt Heilman
A FactFinder investigation continues into the issue surrounding trains stopping at crossings for extended times and the frustration and safety concerns that come with it.

News

Union Station lit in red to celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs

Chiefs success could translate to tourism buzz

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 10:45 PM CST
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By Betsy Webster
The start of the year has seen KC is making Top Places lists in several national publications. It may be no coincidence that it’s happening amidst a hugely successful run for the Chiefs.

Crime

A bronze statue of Jackie Robinson at a youth baseball field has been cut down and stolen in...

Community leaders respond as search continues for League 42′s Jackie Robinson statue

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 10:43 PM CST
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By Gabriella Hernandez and Matt Heilman
The Wichita Crime Commission is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for a tip that leads to the arrest of the suspects and an additional $5,000 for any tips that lead to the stolen statue’s recovery.
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News

The McPherson County Sheriff's Office said Ashley Austin, a teacher at Canton-Galva, died...

Man arrested month after crash that killed Canton-Galva teacher

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 9:25 PM CST
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By Matt Heilman
The McPherson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed a man involved in the Dec. 15 crash that killed Ashley Austin, a beloved teacher in the Canton-Galva school district, faces several charges after being arrested and booked into the McPherson County Jail.

Sports

Michigan acting head coach Sherrone Moore reacts to a video replay during the first half of an...

Derby native Sherrone Moore named next head coach of Michigan football

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 8:49 PM CST
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By Matt Heilman
Sherrone Moore has the keys to the kingdom in Ann Arbor.

State of Mind

The new state mental health hospital will be on the northwest corner of Meridian and MacArthur...

Sedgwick County Commission approves land for new mental health hospital

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 7:43 PM CST
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By Shawn Loging and Angela Smith
After a year-long effort, Sedgwick County commissioners on Friday, voted to move forward with the final negotiations to secure land for a new state mental health hospital.

Crime

Laroy West, convicted of fatally shooting a QuikTrip security guard in May of 2021 faces a...

Wichita man sentenced for murder of QT security guard

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 6:26 PM CST
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By Matt Heilman
The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office confirmed a judge on Friday, sentenced Laroy Brown to life in prison without the eligibility of parole for 50 years.

State

Bipartisan ‘Good Samaritan’ bill aims to prevent drug overdose deaths statewide

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 4:58 PM CST
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By Cale Chapman and Matt Heilman
Representatives behind the bill said their goal is to save as many lives as possible and that this measure is a significant step in fighting the fentanyl crisis.

News

Over 500 students visited Exploration Place this morning for the opening of their newest exhibit.

Exploration Place opens new Bricktopia exhibit

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 4:41 PM CST
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By Joliyah Daughtry
Grand opening for Exploration Place opens new Bricktopia exhibit

State

Gov. Laura Kelly, D-Kansas

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly vetoes ‘flat tax’ plan

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 2:21 PM CST
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By Angela Smith
Governor Laura Kelly has vetoed a tax plan backed by the Kansas legislature, led by a Republican majority.

Accidents

Emergency crews in Newton and Harvey County responded to a Walmart on Friday after a car drove...

Driver suffers medical emergency, dies after crashing into Walmart

Updated: Jan. 26, 2024 at 12:10 PM CST
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By Angela Smith
A woman who crashed into Walmart on South Kansas Avenue in Newton has died.

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Two trains stopped at tracks in north Wichita Tuesday blocked traffic on 21st Street between...

What’s the fix? Frustrations grow with extended stops at Wichita railroad crossings

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 10:11 PM CST
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By Branden Stitt and Matt Heilman
Trains blocking city streets, at times for hours. It’s a situation that causes frustrations, most recently this week with two trains along 21st Street leaving people stuck between Broadway and Mosley.

News

Hunter Health Clinic in Wichita, Kansas

Hunter Health offering physical, mental health screenings

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 7:25 PM CST
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By Joliyah Daughtry
Hunter Health in Wichita wants the community to be aware of its health and mental health services as January marks National Mental Wellness Month.

News

After 49 years, Derby Bowl and Seneca Bowl have new owners.

New owners of Seneca and Derby Bowl work to preserve bowling community

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 7:11 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff and Rachel Hallam
The Frazier family has owned and operated Derby and Seneca Bowl for 49 years, but have decided it was time to move on.

News

Dramatic video shows three men spring into action to save a woman from a Jan. 19 house fire in...

Dramatic video shows 3 men rescue woman from Sedan house fire

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 6:42 PM CST
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By Brock Wilson and Matt Heilman
Dramatic video from a recent house fire in southeast Kansas shows three people rescuing a woman who was trapped inside.

News

A panel used to plug an area reserved for an exit door on the Boeing 737 Max 9 blew out...

Aviation expert: Spirit could be FAA focus after mid-air blowout

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 5:13 PM CST
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By Dylan Domangue and Matt Heilman
While dozens of planes could take off again, the FAA halted any expanded production of the MAX plans until the quality control concerns are tackled. This could place Wichita’s Spirit AeroSystems under more scrutiny.

Kansas City Chiefs

Eileen's Cookies in Liberty has received more than 100 orders for a Jason Kelce cookie cake.

Liberty bakery racking up requests for Jason Kelce themed cookie cakes

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 4:35 PM CST
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By Ryan Hennessy
Even though most Kansas City Chiefs fans have come to expect the team to make it to the playoffs – the excitement for the team ahead of the AFC Championship game is still notable.

Crime

Wichita police are investigating after someone cut down a statue of Jackie Robinson and stole...

Vandals cut down, steal Jackie Robinson statue from McAdams Park, home of League 42

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 2:50 PM CST
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By Angela Smith
Wichita police are investigating a case of vandalism and theft after someone cut down a bronze statue of Jackie Robinson at McAdams Park, home of League 42.

News

The east bleachers at Cessna Stadium have come down. Part of the facility is being razed to...

WSU rejects sole bid on stadium renovations

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 10:34 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
WSU athletic director Kevin Saal said the university still plans on hosting the state high school track and field meet in May.

News

Frozen pond / lake with cracked ice

Firefighters warn against venturing onto iced-over ponds

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 8:08 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
There are multiple factors when it comes to the stability of ice.

Weather

Western Kansas has begun clearing up along I-70.

Thick fog reducing visibility across Kansas

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 7:58 AM CST
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By Haylen Wilhite
Western Kansas has begun clearing up along I-70.

News

Last year, the group counted 702 people experiencing homelessness in Wichita, the highest...

United Way, other organizations begin annual Wichita and statewide homeless count

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 7:34 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Last year, the group counted 702 people experiencing homelessness in Wichita, the highest number since 2011.

Breaking News

One shot at the scene large police response in south Wichita.

Suspect dead following chase, standoff, officer-involved shooting in south Wichita

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 4:41 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation has identified the suspect shot and killed by a Sedgwick County Sheriff’s deputy Thursday morning as 43-year-old Larry K. Armour.

Does It Work

InfinitiPro by Conair Cool Air Styler

Does It Work? InfinitiPro by Conair Cool Air Styler

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 12:25 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The InfinitiPro by Conair Cool Air Styler promises to deliver the same results as other curling irons but uses flat plats like a hair straightener does and blows cool air.

News

Production of a 737 MAX airplane

Industry expert offers insight into halted production expansion, impact on Boeing, Spirit

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 11:07 PM CST
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By Branden Stitt and Matt Heilman
A Boeing insider cast blame on the company for the Alaska Airlines mid-air blowout earlier this month and the FAA now is halting Boeing’s MAX production expansion.

News

Sarah Martin credits her seatbelt for saving her life after a semi hit her car in a Harvey...

Harvey County crash survivor thankful, credits seatbelt for saving her life

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 7:30 PM CST
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By Joliyah Daughtry and Matt Heilman
Sarah Martin is thankful despite the broken bones and totaled car.

Education

Harry Street Elementary School Counselor Traci Dissanayake works with students.

Wichita Public Schools: Federally-funded positions still important after pandemic

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 6:48 PM CST
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By Brock Wilson and Matt Heilman
Counselor positions are among those being protected by the school district. Administrators in Wichita Public Schools are turning to school buildings to trip the budget.

Economy

Kansas elementary students and technology in the classroom

End of federal COVID-19 dollars adds to budget challenges for Kansas schools

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 5:10 PM CST
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By Shawn Loging and Matt Heilman
Kansas received about $1.4 billion from three packages with the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief money, or ESSER funds, ending in September.

Local

Skyline of the City of Wichita

City of Wichita releases results of 2023 National Community Survey

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 5:04 PM CST
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By Laine Alter and Angela Smith
The City of Wichita shared the results of its annual resident survey on Wednesday.

News

El avión Boeing 737-9 MAX de Alaska Airlines en que un panel se soltó en pleno vuelo. Foto...

Seattle Times report: Boeing, not Spirit, responsible for mis-installed part, sources say

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 1:50 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
A report in the Seattle Times quotes an anonymous self-proclaimed Boeing insider who said the aviation manufacturer, not Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, is to blame for a mid-air blowout earlier this month.

Animals

On Wednesday, the Sedgwick County Zoo welcomed Tartan, an eight-month-old Clydesdale from...

Sedgwick County Zoo welcomes new member, Tartan, the Clydesdale

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 12:48 PM CST
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By Angela Smith
Tartan, an eight-month-old horse, comes to the zoo from Cowskin Creek Clydesdales in Goddard.

News

Salina Tech hosting free dental clinic for kids next month

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 11:30 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The clinic is not taking appointments; services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis that day.

News

Advocates of medical marijuana continue their push at the Kansas statehouse for legalization...

Advocates continue to seek path to medical marijuana legalization in Kansas

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 11:27 AM CST
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By Shawn Loging and KWCH Staff
Advocates of medical marijuana continue their push at the Kansas statehouse for legalization and decriminalization.

K-State

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Jackson Voth, state-champion Cheney WR, commits to K-State

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 10:29 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Last year, Voth committed to New Mexico State, but a coaching change there prompted him to re-open his recruiting.

News

Victims' families seeking answers after 3 men found dead in KC.

Questions remain as authorities investigage death of 3 KC men

Updated: Jan. 24, 2024 at 9:23 AM CST
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By Grace Smith
The three men who died have been identified as Ricky Johnson, Clayton McGeeney, and David Harrington.

Crime

Wichita man sentenced to nearly 5 years for counterfeiting money

Updated: Jan. 23, 2024 at 11:38 PM CST
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By Matt Heilman
Court documents show that in October, 38-year-old Joseph Bulis, of Wichita, pleaded guilty to one count of manufacturing counterfeit currency and one count of possession of a firearm by a felon.

Western Kansas News

Fifteen-year-old Joey Zeman was injured in a freak accident after he slipped on ice and fell...

Western Kansas teen recovering after slip on ice, freak accident

Updated: Jan. 23, 2024 at 9:34 PM CST
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By Branden Stitt and Matt Heilman
A Western Kansas teen is recovering after a slip on the ice led to a freak accident.

News

A stack of the latest weekly edition of the Marion County Record sits in the back of the...

Kansas lawmakers want a report on last year’s police raid of a newspaper

Updated: Jan. 23, 2024 at 9:18 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Dozens of Kansas lawmakers launched an effort Tuesday to direct the state’s attorney general to release information from an investigation into a police raid last year on a weekly newspaper.

News

Residents in Wichita are missing important mail due to a broken residential mailbox.

Wichita neighborhood goes days without mail after mailbox damaged

Updated: Jan. 23, 2024 at 6:02 PM CST
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By Joliyah Daughtry
Wichita residents raise concerns after mailbox damaged, service on hold

State

Marion County Record seizure

Kansas lawmakers want report on last year’s police raid of Marion newspaper

Updated: Jan. 23, 2024 at 4:44 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Dozens of Kansas lawmakers launched an effort Tuesday to direct the state’s attorney general to release information from an investigation into a police raid last year on a weekly newspaper, but it wasn’t clear that their measure would get a hearing in the Republican-controlled Legislature.

State

Senate and House leaders Ty Masterson and Dan Hawkins, accompanied by their fellow lawmakers...

Republican state leaders hold public signing of tax bill, send plan to governor’s desk

Updated: Jan. 23, 2024 at 4:19 PM CST
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By Shawn Loging
Republican leaders in the Kansas Statehouse are sending the GOP tax plan to the governor’s desk after holding a public signing of the bill.

Safety

Three crew members died Saturday night when an Air Evac Lifeteam medical helicopter crashed...

Kansas man dies in medical helicopter crash near Oklahoma City

Updated: Jan. 23, 2024 at 3:39 PM CST
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By Angela Smith
A Kansas man died Saturday when an air ambulance crashed in Oklahoma.

News

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Adrian Griffin watches play during the second half of his NBA...

Bucks fire Wichita native Adrian Griffin after 43 games despite having one of NBA’s top records

Updated: Jan. 23, 2024 at 2:22 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The Milwaukee Bucks have fired Wichita native Adrian Griffin 43 games into his first season as the team’s head coach, according to multiple reports.
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