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Parts of Kansas to see near-record high temperatures
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - We’re warming up seemingly permanently in Wichita, and temperatures are even rising above normal. Wednesday night’s heavy showers and storms dropped healthy rainfall totals across south central Kansas. Most of the region saw rainfall totals ranging from a quarter of an inch to well over an inch.
BTK a ‘prime suspect’ in 1976 missing persons case
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — After searching the former property of serial killer Dennis Rader, deputies from Osage County, Oklahoma, authorities say there might be connections to other missing persons cases. The Osage County Sheriff’s Office says the focus of Tuesday’s search in Park City was closely tied to the...
Be weather aware Wednesday, severe storms possible
Our next front slowly slides through the area today and will aid in keeping our skies unsettled. Showers and storms this morning will track east and are not expected to turn severe. However, there will be some lightning and rain will be heavy at times. A passing leftover shower is...
Woman hit by train, killed near K-15 and I-135
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: The Wichita Police Department said a woman died after stepping on tracks in the path of a train near East Wassall Street and Madison. This is near Industrial and Grove and a little northwest of K-15 and Interstate 135. Wichita Police Lt. Lee Eisenbise said...
Man gets 1.5 years for embezzling $41K from Derby animal hospital
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - A Wichita man has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from his former employer. According to court documents, 52-year-old Jason Matthew Pennington pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud. The U.S. Attorney's Office says Pennington worked at...
Kapaun student arrested after threat
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A Kapaun Mount Carmel student was arrested after an apparent threat was made against the school. Wichita police said they arrested a 16-year-old boy for aggravated assault and criminal threat, and the case was presented to the District Attorney’s office. Police did not offer details...
Maize teacher placed on leave after ‘inappropriate’ behavior
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Maize School District said one of its staff members has been placed on administrative leave following an “inappropriate use of sarcasm during class.” The incident occurred at Maize South High School. The district said Maize police investigated and found there was no threat...
Silver Alert called off for missing Wichita man
Wichita Police said John Brown was located safe, as of early Wednesday morning. The Wichita Police Department issued a Silver Alert for a man missing since late Tuesday night. John Brown, 84, was last seen around 11 p.m. in the Wichita-area, WPD shared in a Facebook post. He left the...
More storms later today may be severe
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Jake Dunne says last night’s showers and storms are calming down, and moving out but don’t put your guard down because the chance of strong/severe storms returns later today. Before that happens expect a mix of sun and clouds along with highs in the upper 70s and lower 80s this afternoon.
Temps trend cooler today
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Last night’s showers and storms are long gone, and the day ahead looks quiet albeit mostly cloudy and cooler. Afternoon temperatures in the middle to upper 70s are a few degrees lower than Wednesday. An increase in sunshine will allow temperatures to trend higher on...
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