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2 missing people from Sedgwick Co., Wichita identified as victims in homicide investigation
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office has identified two bodies found in Sumner County. The first body was found on Friday, May 10, and the other was located on Monday, May 13. Both were located near River Road in rural Sumner County near Belle Plaine. Both...
Wichita police say man, 88, found safe after Silver Alert had been issued
WICHITA, Kan. (WIBW) - An 88-year-old Wichita man who was the subject of a Statewide Silver Alert has been found, according to KWCH-TV. The Wichita Police Department reported early Friday that the man, James Elbert Bourn, had been found safe. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation earlier had issued a Silver...
1 critically injured after crash on I-135
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - One person is in critical condition after a crash near 77th and I-135. The crash occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Friday. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, the driver of a 2022 Ford was traveling northbound on I-135 when they slowed down due to traffic. Subsequently, the driver of a 2002 Harley Davidson motorcycle collided with the rear end of the Ford.
Fireworks season may be extended in Wichita
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The City of Wichita is considering a new proposal to extend the period for shooting and selling fireworks within city limits for the Fourth of July season. The City plans to extend the celebration by an extra day to accommodate the long weekend following July 4...
Scene cleared after multiple fights outside Koch Arena during high school graduation prompt massive police response
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: The area surrounding Charles Koch Arena is clear and Hillside reopened following violence outside a high school graduation ceremony and a massive police response to multiple fights. During the height of the chaos, Sedgwick County EMS struggled to get into the area outside the arena. But as of late Friday night, there are no reports of serious injuries in connection with the fights and the massive police response.
Furry Friday: School therapy dogs, emotional support goose, dog forever home
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Here are some of our favorite animal stories of the week from our partners in Gray Media:. School therapy dogs (KFYR/Gray News) - It’s no secret that students at Flasher High School love therapy K-9 Major Teddy Hugz when he comes to visit. However, the school’s resource officer and Major’s handler Deputy Tommy can’t be in all of the schools he serves at once.
Wichita’s newest bar offers fun for both dogs and their people
Fido deserves to have an afternoon at his favorite bar, too, and now, Wichita has one designed especially for him. Kris and Traci Withrow have just opened their long-awaited Barks & Brews off-leash dog bar at 1312 E. English. It offers beer, cocktails and mixed drinks for dog parents and a big turf-covered playground for dogs. Don’t just show up, though. All canine visitors have proof of three vaccinations uploaded on the bar’s website before they can enter.
Kansas one of 11 states where child care for 2 is at least double the cost of rent
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - If you think your rent is high, just look at your childcare bill. Child Care Aware of America's latest report shows, Kansas is one of 11 states where child care is at least twice the cost of rent. The newest report says the high daycare costs...
Thankful Thursday: Good news from around the country
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Looking for a little pick-me-up? Here’s some good news from our partners with Gray Media:. Long-lasting couple (KFYR/Gray News) - North Dakota couple is celebrating 73 years of marriage. Mel and Vangie Bentz have been married since 1951. He was 21 and she was 19. Vangie says she loves his laugh and Mel says she is the love of his life.
Rain/thunder early Thursday
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Thunderstorms will continue to impact central and southern Kansas into early Thursday. Due to the slow moving nature of the storms, heavy rainfall is expected along with some small hail. We should not see any widespread severe weather. Much of the rain will continue to move east and by drive time Thursday morning, most if not all of the rain will be into southeast Kansas.
2 former postal employees from Wichita area arrested for stealing checks, cash from mail
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Two former U.S. Postal Service employees from the Wichita area face charges in connection with a pair of theft cases in which they’re accused of stealing money from the mail. Court documents say a federal grand jury on Wednesday, May 15, returned separate indictments against...
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