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Two inmates from Topeka Correctional Facility taken to hospital

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Two inmates at the Topeka Correctional Facility were transported to a local hospital by ambulance on Wednesday morning, officials said. Paramedics were called to the facility, located at 815 S.E. Rice Road, around 8:54 a.m. Wednesday. Kansas Department of Corrections spokesman David Thompson confirmed the women...

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Kansas Gov.-elect Cindy Holscher addresses her top priorities after race

Kansas Gov.-elect Cindy Holscher laid out her goals Friday. Top priorities include cutting property taxes, fully funding public education, expanding Medicaid, and pausing data centers.

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State awards nurse $100,000 after she claims the Kansas Board of Nursing made her ‘unemployable’

One Kansas nurse is receiving a big reward from the state after she claims the Kansas Board of Nursing (KSBN) made it impossible for her to find a job during a 21-month period.

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A historic train here in Topeka needs your help

TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local train is asking for help to bring back its historic charm to Topeka. Built in 1937, the Santa Fe 3463 has seen better days. The locomotive needs protection from the elements and a cosmetic restoration, including removing corrosion, repainting, and replacing missing parts. But before that work can happen, the group […]

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Shawnee Co. Commission approves commercial zoning change, allows multi-family dwelling development

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Shawnee County Commission approved a change in the NW Hunters Ridge area of North Topeka, converting commercial land to housing for a multi-family dwelling development. A developer wants to build four separate buildings, each with five connected units, on two parcels of land near the...

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Two planes at Topeka’s Forbes Field halted due to nationwide ground stop

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Two charter planes that are affiliated with the military and KU Women’s Basketball team are unable to take off Friday due to the nationwide ground stop. Metropolitan Topeka Airport Authority (MTAA) President Curtis Sneden tells 13 NEWS that he doesn’t expect planes to land here...

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Topeka Doula Project opens first permanent location in East Topeka

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Topeka Doula Project now has a permanent location, opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 12. Even with a permanent building, the plan is still to be out in the community helping families. The opening of the Topeka Doula Project’s new building is a full-circle...

Topeka, KS · 2d

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Veterans Legacy Fund finalizes contract to bring mobile 9/11 exhibit to Emporia next September

Last month, it was announced that a contract was in hand and ready to be finalized to bring a major memorial to Emporia next year. That announcement was made by the Emporia Veterans Legacy Fund and the memorial was the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget mobile exhibit, an 83-foot-high tractor-trailer that transforms into a 1,100-square-foot traveling museum that honors the victims of September 11 and the brave men and women who gave their lives both during and after the events of 9/11. Thursday morning, representatives of the Veterans Legacy Fund, Clay Childs and Richelle Birk, joined KVOE’s Newsmaker segment to announce that the deal is now finalized and the exhibit will be arriving in Emporia the week of 9/11 next year.

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Update on West Virginia vs. Kansas amidst FAA national ground stop chaos

How will the national flight issues impact West Virginia's game against Kansas?

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Free expungement, driver’s license clinic coming to Topeka

A non-profit law firm is set to hold an expungement and driver's license clinic in Topeka later this week to help locals clear their records.

Topeka, KS · 4d

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NEA-Topeka, USD 501 remain in mediation over contract

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The National Education Association - Topeka (NEA-T) and Topeka Unified School District 501 remain in mediation over its contract. NEA-T, a teachers’ union, said it’s seeking a “fair” contract for USD 501 certified employees. According to NEA-T, the Kansas National Education Association...

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Manhattan community honors veterans at annual parade

Children chanted “U-S-A” and brass bands played Wednesday morning as Manhattan residents gathered to honor veterans at the annual Veterans Day parade. Flint Hills Veterans Coalition organized the parade, which began at 9:30 a.m. at Manhattan Town Center and trailed down Poyntz Avenue. The parade featured Kansas State...

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Lyon County certifies results of 2026 general election Thursday

Lyon County’s vote canvass for 2026 is now complete. The Lyon County Board of Canvassers approved the results of the election during the official canvass Thursday afternoon. According to Lyon County Election Officer Amie Jones, the election saw a voter turnout of just over 55 percent with more than 11,600 ballots cast.

Lyon County, KS · 2d

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Topeka group launches coffee meetups for post-9/11 veterans

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -A Topeka organization is starting “Battle Buddy Link-Up,” a program that gives post-9/11 veterans a space to come together over coffee. The first event is 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at World Cup Coffee, at 21st and Washburn. James Seipel, a chairman of the American...

Topeka, KS · 2d

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Manhattan commissioners weigh dissolving joint urban planning board, replace with city-only board

Manhattan city commissioners appear poised to dissolve the Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board and replacing it with a city-appointed planning board that could also serve as the city’s board of zoning appeals. The proposal, presented by Manhattan planning and development director Stephanie Peterson and Riley County planning director Amanda...

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Kansas Board of Education replacing five of its members after November general election

TOPEKA (KSNT) — Four new Republicans and one new Democrat will be joining the Kansas Board of Education in 2027, and they’re sharing more about their goals for K-12 Monday. Kansas voters cast their ballots during the 2026 general election on Nov. 3. On the ballot were races such as the governor’s seat, an open […]

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Crews respond to house fire early Wednesday in East Topeka

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Crews were on the scene of a house fire early Wednesday in East Topeka. The blaze was reported around 6:32 a.m. Wednesday at a residence in the 700 block of S.E. Chandler. First-responders reported flames and smoke at the house. Several cats were reported to be...

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