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FactFinder12

After a FactFinder 12 investigation, there’s now a helpline for patients who aren’t happy with...

FactFinder 12 investigation into Wichita denture practice continues, former employee talks about experience

Updated: 9 minutes ago
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By Hailey Tucker
After a FactFinder 12 investigation, there’s now a helpline for patients who aren’t happy with their dentures from Affordable Dentures & Implants in Wichita. A former employee is also speaking out after seeing the FactFinder 12 initial investigation.

News

The Great Bend Police Department issued a Silver Alert for a missing 80-year-old man.

Silver Alert issued for missing Great Bend man

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By KWCH Staff
The Great Bend Police Department (GBPD) has issued a statewide Silver Alert for a missing Great Bend man.

News

1 critical after SW Wichita shooting in the 1400 block of S. Seneca St.

Wichita police investigate aggravated robbery in SW Wichita

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Hailey Tucker
Sedgwick County emergency communication dispatchers confirm one person is in critical condition after a shooting in the 1400 block of S. Seneca St. Dispatch confirms the shooting happened around 1:30 p.m., Sunday.

State

KWCH Car Crash generic

Boy killed, 18-year-old seriously injured in Jewell County crash

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Andrew Linnabary
A boy was killed in a crash in Mankato, Kansas, late Saturday night.

News

Community lends helping hand after family loses valuables in house fire

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 8:36 PM CST
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By Joe Baker
Genevieve Bachman and her family are on the long road to recovery after their home went up in flames in Burrton, Kansas.

State

Changing marijuana policies in neighboring states elevate discussion in Kansas

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 11:34 PM CST
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By Alex Jirgens and KWCH Staff
With two nearby states and potentially a third legalizing recreational use, supporters say it’s time for marijuana legalization in Kansas.

News

Concern grows after bedbugs found at Chaparral Junior/Senior HS

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 10:55 PM CST
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By Branden Stitt and KWCH Staff
Bedbugs in a Harper County school have several students and parents concerned.

Black History Month

Multicultural choir, ARISE helps to kick off Black History Month at Wichita middle school

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 8:57 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
A multicultural choir in Wichita, ARISE (African Americans Renewing Interest in Spirituals Ensemble) helped to kick off Black History Month Friday at Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle School.

News

‘Save Century II’ founder announces run for Wichita mayor

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 8:27 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The race for Wichita’s next mayor has a new contender.

News

Company’s expansion plans come with need for expanded high-tech workforce in Wichita

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 7:24 PM CST
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By Shawn Loging and KWCH Staff
Semiconductor and electronic-component manufacturing is a small part of the Kansas economy, but it’s work that’s expected to grow with Integra.
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News

What is Integra Technologies? CEO shares plans for $1.8B Wichita facility

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 6:52 PM CST
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By Lily Wu and KWCH Staff
Friday, 12 News sat down with the CEO of Integra Technologies to explain what the company already does for northeast Wichita as it looks ahead toward expansion.

This Morning

Where’s Shane? Making 6S Steakhouse Valentine’s Day

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 5:18 PM CST
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By Shane Konicki
Get ready...Valentine’s Day is on its way...and it’s coming up fast.

Crime

Second skimmer found at Atwood gas station

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 4:59 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Atwood police said on Friday that a second skim has been found at a local gas station.

Don't Fall For It

Ark City police warn of skimmer at local gas station

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 3:31 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The Arkansas City Police Department is warning residents to be on the lookout for skimmers.

National

Gov. Laura Kelly reacts to ‘spy balloon’ sightings, calls them ‘alarming’

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 12:49 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
As the Pentagon continues to track a balloon believed to be surveillance from China across the United States, sightings have been made in the Midwest.

Safety

‘Serious threat’ leads to lockdown at Haysville West Middle School

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 10:39 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Haysville West Middle School was placed on lockdown on Thursday due to a “serious threat” called into the school.

News

You can now buy recreational marijuana legally in Missouri

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 7:45 AM CST
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By Betsy Webster
Sales went live Friday morning, a few days earlier than expected.

Local

‘White castle’ building could be all yours for free - but there’s a catch

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 12:46 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
It’s not the White Castle, but it was one of the prefab designs that White Castle eventually used for their diners.

Kansas City Chiefs

Sportsbook at Kansas Star Casino heating up ahead of Super Bowl Sunday

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 12:10 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Kansas City Chiefs fans are no strangers to seeing the Chiefs in big games. But this marks the first time Kansas City is in the Super Bowl since sports gambling became legal in the state last year.

College

Wichita State falls to Houston at Koch Arena

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 12:06 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
It felt like glory days early on inside Koch Arena Thursday night as Wichita State started out with an early lead over Houston.

State

Kansas Highway Patrol requesting fine increases for excessive speeding

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 10:53 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff and Lily Wu
Kansas legislators are considering a bill that would increase penalties for drivers going 30 miles over the speed.

News

Tax expert explains importance of reporting gambling winnings

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 9:53 PM CST
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By Shawn Loging and KWCH Staff
It’s only been four months, but 2022 was a big year for sports betting in Kansas. The Kansas Lottery saw more than $700 million wagered.

Crime

South Carolina man arrested for child sex crimes after standoff in Garden City

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 8:47 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Garden City police arrested 22-year-old Justin Raines on multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a child following a standoff on Wednesday.

This Morning

Where’s Shane? Derby Robo Challenge

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 7:14 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff and Shane Konicki
This week, students at Derby North Middle School got to show off their robotics skills for the Derby Robo Challenge.

Accidents

Teen critically injured in crash near Garden Plain

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 6:34 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Emergency crews are on the scene of a two-vehicle crash west of Wichita.

State

Integra Technologies to bring nearly 2,000 jobs to Wichita

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Governor Laura Kelly will join the Kansas Department of Commerce for a major economic development announcement in Topeka tonight.

Sports

Wind Surge announce participation in ‘The Nine’ program

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 12:20 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The Wind Surge will celebrate the initiative by becoming the Wichita Monrovians on Aug. 5, 2023.

Local

Chris Stapleton Bringing All-America Road Show to Wichita this summer

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 10:33 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Tickets can be purchased online, by phone or in person through Select-A-Seat

State

Attempted kidnapping report in Hoisington determined to be false

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 10:12 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
An attempted kidnapping reported to Hoisington police Wednesday night has been determined to be a false report.

Accidents

2 critically injured in crash on K-96

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 9:11 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Both directions of K-96 were affected by the crash.

Does It Work

Does It Work? Bond Touch

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 11:34 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
With Valentine’s Day less than two weeks away, this week’s Does It Work product is meant to keep you connected with loved ones, even when they’re away.

News

Limited access, 1-way traffic among challenges with Bel Aire road construction

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 9:46 PM CST
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By Alex Jirgens and KWCH Staff
12 News spoke with people who live or work in the area near the stretch of Woodlawn form 37th to 45th streets and with the City of Bel Aire about when the project could be complete.

Economy

Watch: Backyard chickens alleviate egg-price concern for Wichita man

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 7:27 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Steve Hadley said he began raising chickens long before the recent spike in egg prices.

Local

Derby police cracking down on Delta 8, but is it legal?

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 6:03 PM CST
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By Lily Wu and KWCH Staff
Is Delta 8 legal or illegal to possess in Kansas? The answer is it depends on where you live.

Black History Month

African-American scientists honored with Exploration Place Outdoor Display

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 5:14 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The Kansas African American Museum and Exploration Place have teamed up again this year to celebrate Black History Month with a large-scale outdoor display highlighting Black scientists.

News

Traffic study underway amid calls to improve Sedgwick County intersection deemed dangerous

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 4:47 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff and Shawn Loging
A Wichita woman, recovering from injuries in a crash at the intersection of 21st Street North and 167th Street West, is among a growing number of people calling for changes to the intersection.

Crime

2 Wichita men, woman charged in rape of teen

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 3:24 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
Three people from Wichita have been charged with the rape of a teenager.

Safety

Worker hurt in accident near Valley Center

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 1:57 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
A man was critically hurt Wednesday morning in an industrial accident near Valley Center.

State of Mind

Kansas 988 centers see spike in calls, consistently low abandon rate

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 12:01 PM CST
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By Sarah Motter
In its first six months of operation, 988 call centers in Kansas have seen a spike in calls for help as well as consistently low rates of abandoned calls.

Kansas City Chiefs

Super Bowl parade would be Feb. 15 with rally ending at Union Station: city committee

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 11:52 AM CST
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By Shain Bergan and Greg Dailey
Thursday, Feb. 16 would serve as a backup day, should Wednesday not work out.

Accidents

Victim identified in Sunday’s deadly crash on Kellogg

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 10:20 AM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The 22-year-old victim was pronounced her dead at the scene.

Extras

Hold Up: Beyonce coming to Kansas City as part of ‘Renaissance’ World Tour

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 8:42 AM CST
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By KCTV5 Staff
It will mark the sixth concert at Arrowhead Stadium in 2023.

News

City of Newton breaks ground on new library

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 11:41 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The City of Newton on Tuesday, Jan. 31, broke ground on a project more than a decade in the making.

News

City of Wichita: Overflow lot no longer available for Mid-America All-Indian Center parking

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 11:18 PM CST
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By Branden Stitt and KWCH Staff
The City of Wichita says the overflow lot for the Mid-America All-Indian Center can no longer be used or parking.

State

Bill would require Kansas wind farms to reduce blinking lights on turbines

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 10:46 PM CST
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By Hailey Tucker and KWCH Staff
Kansas senators are considering two bills to reduce the time the turbine lights spend flashing.

Traffic

Improvements coming to one of Wichita’s busiest roadways

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 9:40 PM CST
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By Joe Baker and KWCH Staff
Changes could be on the horizon for one of Wichita’s main roadways and it could soon be impacting commutes.

State of Mind

Children’s mental health facility soon to open in Hays

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 7:22 PM CST
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By Austin Morton
The Camber Children’s Mental Hospital is set to open by the end of February in Hays.

Safety

WPD’s Traffic Tip Tuesday going viral in effort to reduce number of crashes in Wichita

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 6:35 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff and Lily Wu
The Wichita Police Department is going viral with its “Traffic Tip Tuesday” posts. The goal is to reduce the number of crashes in the community.

Safety

Attempt to thaw frozen pipes with heat gun blamed for Newton house fire

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 5:35 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
The Newton Fire Department an attempt to thaw frozen pipes led to a Tuesday-afternoon house fire in the city.

This Morning

Where’s Shane? Beauties and Beasts

Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 5:12 PM CST
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By KWCH Staff
It’s almost February, and Valentine’s Day is coming up fast! Beyond the chocolate, cards, and flowers, there’s another way to spread some love!
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