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Furry Friday: Carriage traveler, Budweiser Clydesdales, man or bear?
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Here are some of our favorite animal stories of the week from our partners in Gray Media:. Carriage traveler (KWGN/Gray News) - A horse logger from Montana is traveling across the United States in a carriage for what will be the fifth time. Lee the Horselogger...
One seriously injured when motorcycle and semi collide Thursday in Wichita
WICHITA, Kan. (WIBW) - A man suffered serious injuries when the motorcycle he was riding collided with a semitrailer Thursday afternoon in East Wichita, authorities said. The crash was reported at 4:16 p.m. Thursday in the 11600 block of E. Kellogg Avenue. The location was at eastbound E. Kellogg Drive at S. Ellison Street.
Wichita man who threatened to kill President Biden sentenced to 21 months in jail
TOPEKA — A Wichita man with severe developmental delays and mental health issues faces 21 months in jail after he threatened to kill President Joe Biden. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Kansas announced the sentencing of 28-year-old Cody McCormick on Wednesday. McCormick pleaded guilty to one count of making a threat against the president of the United States.
All Wichita transit services free until further notice, City says
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - All Wichita Transit and Paratransit services are now fare-free until further notice, the City announced Thursday afternoon. Wichita Transit said that along with the free rides, anyone in need of Paratransit services should call 316-352-4824 or 316-352-4810. In a social media post, Wichita Transit said the...
Mobile mental health squads in high demand in Wichita
Mobile crisis teams strain to keep up with the demand in Wichita. A shortage of mental health professionals able to work later shifts makes it hard to keep mental health teams on duty. COMCARE staff are optimistic and excited about the future of mobile crisis response services. For generations, the...
Wichita’s mayor and city manager committed to support municipal IDs without council vote
In our Reality Check stories, Wichita Eagle journalists dig deeper into questions over facts, consequences and accountability. Story idea? tips@wichitaeagle.com. Some Wichita City Council members were surprised Thursday night when Mayor Lily Wu and City Manager Robert Layton announced to a large crowd the city’s commitment to multiple initiatives that haven’t been voted on.
Derby city manager discusses recovery from last year’s cyberattack
DERBY, Kan. (KWCH) - Into Friday, the City of Wichita is still impacted by a cyberattack. Many systems are still down with no timeframe for when they’ll return. Last year, the City of Derby experienced a similar situation, taking almost a month before things were back to normal. On...
Above average temps today and Saturday
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Jake Dunne says if you enjoyed Thursday’s weather, you are in luck as today will be a carbon copy of yesterday. Wake-up temperatures in the 40s and 50s will climb into the upper 70s alongside low humidity and a light breeze. We get one...
Threat made to Wichita's East High School
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - A threat to Wichita's East High School was reported to school staff and police. A representative from Wichita Public Schools said they were informed of a threat made to the school scheduled to take place on Monday. News and Media Relations Manager Susan Arensman, "all individuals...
A night to remember: One of Wichita’s biggest fundraisers supports children with special needs
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - One of Wichita’s biggest fundraisers is set for Friday night, an event important for local families and its focus on supporting children with special needs. Social services organization Rainbows United is putting on its “Fashion Passion” event to raise money for children and their families...
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