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Story archive for April 2006

Sunday, April 30

• Midwest crews cross skulls at Great Plains Rowing Championship

• Partly cloudy and cool tonight

• Kansas splits double-header, Cowboys lasso KSU

• Sunday morning church fire arson, police say

• Store owners treat Topeka to Buttercups and Daisies

• Royals help the A’s maintain Kauffman losing streak

• Chiefs finish NFL Draft, Jayhawks sign free-agent deals

• Protecting yourself, and your children, from the sun

• Bike Rodeo aimed at reducing accidents

• Sebelius visits Steel Workers Union reception

• Immigrants plan local and national rallies

• Manhattan's Denison Avenue project to begin Monday

• Car crash could leave residents homeless

• Alcohol may have contributed in rollover accident

• Former Missouri senator opposes gay marriage ban

• Wiesel: For the sake of our humanity, save Darfur

Saturday, April 29

• Weekend fittingly ends soggy

• Topekans are taking a stand

• Adults enjoy a night of child's play

• Masters of Tae Kwon Do kick their way into the spotlight

• Topekans try their hand at poker, all for a good cause

• Weathermen flip for a good cause

• Wanamaker sink hole on its way to being repaired

• Ozone levels may have an impact on Asthmatic sufferers

• Up and down day for Emporia native Bowyer in Talladega

• House committee cuts millions from Senate school finance plan

• Close, but not quite enough for the Jayhawks

• Chiefs focus on defensive side of the ball in first round of draft

• Royals lead the A's, but game gets called early

• Wildcats drop two close games

• Texans announce first round pick in NFL draft

• Koyotes roll over Kansas City Thunderstorm

Friday, April 28

• KU basketball players attend student celebration

• KU's Keith ready to be drafted

• Royals not "A" OK at Oakland

• Steve Howe killed in Palm Springs car crash

• Gimme an M-A-S-C-O-T! KU students audition to be part of tradition

• Waters wash away part of Wanamaker

• Fractional light as a modern fountain of youth?

• A powerful neighbor: Inside the Wolf Creek Nuclear Power Plant

• Heavy rains will continue through weekend

• Legoland wants building blocks in Johnson County

• Law enforcement hosts Kid Safety Day

• Rain postpones college baseball

• Texans draft Williams early, Chiefs ready to make their pick

• And then there were four: Lopina transfers from Kansas State

• Rocky Ford Preservation meeting goes bad

• Feeling lucky? Try the new state lottery ticket

• Controversy looms over school finance

• Suspected bus stop flasher arrested

• Supreme Court: Child molester won't live in group home

• Topeka sergeant violated policy in beating

• Rain helps farmers, floods busy streets

• Officials close down Wanamaker Road due to flooding

• Topeka Police officer accused of beating inmate returns to work

• House speaker calls for investigation into Nuss

• ‘United 93’ a first-class drama

• 'United Flight 93,' 'Stick It,' 'Akeelah and the Bee,' and 'RV'

• Flood watch issued for Kansas counties

• Pitch, Hit and Run event cancelled

• 4-year-old names police robot

• Russia bans American chicken imports

• Energy consumption, resource use to be discussed at KU

• Supreme Court denies sex offender's placement

• Shredding day in Junction City held to help citizens prevent identity theft

• Local chef's gourmet, oven-ready meals take prep work out of cooking

• Chick-Fil-A helps Washburn student pay for education

• As summer rolls in, bicycle safety comes to the forefront

• Jaynie whips up some fresh fruit smoothies

• Kansans to support Ugandan children by particpating in nationwide camp-out

• Heavy Rain Coming This Weekend

Thursday, April 27

• Area schools battle it out at city tennis meet

• Topeka West wins 1-0 in double OT

• African peacekeeping mission receives help from Kansas Senator, George Clooney

• Adults face jail time for allowing underage drinking at home

• Health care providers, community prepare for aging Kansans

• Royals end Twins series on loss

• Washburn steals two away from Fort Hays State

• Lady Blues honored at Statehouse

• Huggins adds former assistants to staff

• Chiefs look for defensive help in draft

• Multiple police agencies capture fugitives in massive operative

• School finance discussions resurface in Senate

• Representatives vote to remove immigration tuition from budget bill

• Kansans show support for troops in 166 ways

• Tour emphasizes importance of recycling

• Jury finds man guilty in death of 28-year-old paramedic

• Heavy Rains Expected This Weekend

• Commission fines Sebelius $1,500 over email

• Woman involved in prison escape posts bond

• Topeka man's role in fatal accident earns him 13 years in prison

• Commission meets to resolve Sebelius' ethics issue

• Google develops sight-seeing Web site

• History of Kansas' frontier days resides in Old Stone House

• Topeka police investigate accident

• Topeka exhibit reveals seldom-told heroics of World War II

• Legislators move closer to setting rules on funeral protests

• U.S. states benefiting from open trade with Cuba

• Sunshine Today Before Rainy Weekend

Wednesday, April 26

• Hernandez leads Royals past Twins, 3-1

• Wildcats one run shy of victory over Bears

• KU announces match-ups for 2006 season

• No. 2 Emporia State wins double header over Washburn

• Jayhawks go undefeated in Midwest tourney

• Accident sends one to hospital

• Brother of Terri Schiavo visits KU, talks about sister’s case

• Kansas farmers express views concerning crop insurance

• Laser light treatment helps smokers stop costly habit

• City, golfers look forward to improvements under new contract

• Mostly clear, cold tonight

• K-State linebacker arrested for battery

• State officials honor Lady Wildcats

• Rare disease doesn't slow down high school softball player

• State legislators honor Voice of the Jayhawks, Max Falkenstien

• Back in session: Legislators hope to make progress on key issues

• Entertainment line-up ready for Kansas State Fair

• Kansas City school bus drivers walk out

• Jayhawk ‘too fun’ for official documents at KU

• House Speaker: Nuss investigation may mire school finance progress

• Rumsfeld, Rice discuss war progress with commander of efforts in Iraq

• Search cheapest gas prices online

• Seniors say new Medicare prescription drug plans save money

• Fort Riley hosts day to remember

• Judge to hand down second-degree murder sentence today

• Public can learn how area agencies help victims of crime

• Connecting with history through textiles

• City will pay $250,000 to private company for upkeep at Cypress Ridge Golf Course

• Events leading to paramedic's death unfold in court

• Police, children's advocates educate Topeka community on gun safety

• Administrative Professionals Day: Bosses thank your assistant today

• Big Tent Coalition assembles at Capitol

• A Slow Return To Sunshine, Mild Weather

Tuesday, April 25

• Royals lose 2-1 to Twins

• Alliance working to make health insurance affordable for small businesses

• City burn ban ordinance goes up in smoke, divides council

• Senate Committee discusses judicial ethics policies

• Westar Energy warns customers of scam phone calls

• Core training more than just strength training for exercisers

• KSU cheerleading squad one of best in nation

• Jayhawks, Wildcats begin play in Big 12 Golf Championships

• KU pitcher receives national, conference honors

• Weather cuts game short for KU, win 6-0 over SE Missouri State

• Winter-like temperatures cool off Topeka

• Ethics Commission investigating Sebelius email to lobbyists

• Supreme Court Justice could face impeachment for ethics violations

• Commission ensures disabled receive fair housing

• 49’s meteorologists participate in Ag Career Fair

• Kansas student suspended for not being immunized

• President looks to stop rising gas prices

• Man captured after escape from Washington County Jail

• Cloudy and Cold Tonight

• Train, truck collide near I-70, no injuries

• FDIC holds public hearing on Wal-Mart's banking bid

• Exhibit gives sense of what childhood was like for early generations

• City to consider banning fire chief from issuing burn permits

• Lt. Ron Brown: Memorial re-dedication great opportunity to remember police

• Court martial date set for Fort Riley soldier

• Jury resumes life or death deliberations

• Death penalty case rises to U.S. Supreme Court

• Farmers' disaster-related loan applications should be postmarked today

• Life-saving machine donated to the Topeka Rescue Mission

• A Return To Colder Weather

Monday, April 24

• Association counts on city leaders to improve neighborhoods

• Surgeons dispel myths of plastic surgery

• Credit card scammers hit Pottawatomie County

• Web site makes fun of Tom Cruise

• Prep Spotlight: Senior Shane Johnston

• High school golfers take part in Topeka West Invitational

• Severe thunderstorm warning for Coffey County, Osage County

• Severe thunderstorm warning for Lyon County

• Heartland Park unveils renovations

• Bowyer continues NASCAR success

• Draft day approaching for Chiefs

• K-State spring game notches record attendance

• Local drivers cope with pain at pump

• Car break-ins on rise as weather warms up

• School finance atop list of duties for legislature

• State's immunization records going online

• Flood insurance important for some Kansas residents

• Criminal investigation underway in sergeant death

• Wittig, Weidner get new sentence in bank fraud case

• Five teens charged with threatening to attack school

• Scattered Storms Tonight

• Chief justice calls for investigation into Nuss

• Firefighters extinguish early morning vehicle fire

• 'American Dreamz' worships false 'Idol'

• Prison restrictions eased for BTK serial killer

• Japan places ban on U.S. spuds because of presence of worm-like pest

• Train-vehicle collision leaves one family mourning death of toddler

• Emporia couple has case of Russian puppy love

• County health agency to solict commissioners for funding for pandemic flu planning

• City manager committed to serve, improve Topeka

• Story of death of Topeka paramedic to unfold in court

• Stormy Monday in store for northeast, central Kansas

• Wittig's $1.5 million fraud case returns to court

• Thunderstorms sweep through northeast Kansas

• National Window Safety Week kicks off

• Topeka man to be sentenced for double murder

Sunday, April 23

• Mostly Cloudy with Scattered Storms

• Royals win second game in a row

• Future Jayhawk meets Mike

• Wildcats end Sunflower Showdown series with win

• Death penalty opponents hold vigil in hopes the Supreme Court abolishes law

• Woman drives ATV off 20-foot ledge

• High gas prices change way local farmers do business

• Tornado warning issued in southeastern Jefferson County

• Prom goes on for students at Kansas school of foiled shooting plot

• Moussaoui's fate lies in hands of 12 jurors

• Tulip festival raises thousands for city

• Topeka Performing Arts Center celebrates 15th anniversary

• Researchers work to find alternative drug to prevent stroke damage

• Topeka welcomes Junior Miss Kansas competition

• Kansas counties under severe thunderstorm watch

• Six arrested, 4 injured in brawl at Lawrence night club

Saturday, April 22

• Thunderstorms on the way for next week

• Area bikers use aggressive tactics to break the chains of child abuse

• Stone Nature Center hosts prairie education day

• Kansas Legislators discuss local tax reform

• Runners finish with an eventful day at Kansas Relays

• Hundreds of people are staying up late tonight to help fight cancer

• Controlled burn threatens Shawnee County family's barn

• Topeka forestry disposal site celebrates earth day

• Thousands gather for the Topeka Zoo Family Character Fair

• K-State fans were treated to an afternoon of K-State athletics

• Doctors are experimenting with a new way to patch up knee damage

Friday, April 21

• Royals notch league-worst record, lose 6-5 to Indians

• Jayhawks strike first in game one of Sunflower Showdown

• Soaring gas prices painful for drivers

• Legislators tackle big issues upon return to work

• Treadmill training improves fitness for cerebral palsy patients

• Athletes continue competition at Kansas Relays

• Storms possible Sunday

• Royals owner stands by team, KC hosts Cleveland at Kauffman

• Football scrimmage serves as evaluation for coach

• Sunflower showdown begins in Lawrence

• Prosecutors weigh charges in folied school shooting

• State celebrates Earth Day

• Community organization recognizes one of its own

• State unemployment rate down

• Father teaches daughter life lesson

• String of controversies place police department in spotlight

• Topeka schools monitor student activities on web

• KU athletics department falls short, NCAA reports

• Sewer work closes street

• Emporia State names interim president

• Sebelius faces ethics inquiry over email to lobbyists

• New charge against prison dog handler

• Texas-based utility company to purchase Russell ethanol plant

• Women find place in Red Hat Society

• Tarantula creeps on to the set of Good Morning Kansas

• 'American Dreamz,' 'The Sentinel,' 'Friends with Money,' and 'Silent Hill'

• Lawrence Commission settles with Wal-Mart

• Presidential visit disrupted by Falun Gong practitioner

• Near Perfect Weather Today, and This Weekend

Thursday, April 20

• Draft solidifies roster for K-State scrimmage

• Illegal burns dangerous for firefighters, bad for health

• Police look to improve procedures after drive-by incident

• Study shows strength training reduces pain for cancer survivors

• Kansas Supreme Court justice steps down from school case

• Mostly clear, cool tonight

• Club aims to bring world tourney to Topeka

• Kansas Relays kick off at Memorial Stadium

• Chiefs focus on drafting best player

• Jail beating video allows public to make own judgments

• Topekans push anti-porn effort

• KDHE stresses importance getting mumps vaccine

• Poor conditions, stealing prompt state to file lawsuit against cemetery owners

• Washington Co. prisoner has history of escaping

• Teens arrested for school shooting plot

• Electrical problem sparks early morning house fire

• $479,000 grant to benefit persons with disabilities living in Topeka

• Lawrence calls special executive session

• Speeding arrest gives police leads in search for Washington Co. jail escapee

• Timeless games offer time-wasting amusement

• White House staff shake-up claims Bush's press secretary

• Pentagon releases more than 500 names of Guantanamo Bay detainees

• Wine industry advisors to meet in Topeka

• Ask Dr. Trupp: A warning about insects that bug pets

• Designers' Showhouse a feast for the eyes

• Topeka Evangelical minster determined to bring legal suit against adult toy, video stores

• KBI investigates Shawnee County jail beating

• Child sex case underway in District Court

• Whitson Elementary School mails parents mumps warning

• The same weather, without the winds

Wednesday, April 19

• Elementary student diagnosed with mumps

• Settlemier grand slam propels KU win over Missouri

• Jayhawks win big over Tabor Bluejays

• California Ave. project bumpy ride for business owners

• Candidates go head-to-head in gubernatorial forum

• Kline likely to file appeal in juvenile sex reporting case

• Student gets first-hand political experience from national program

• Vaccine could stop shingles virus

• Sky’s the limit for Harris in Chicago

• Juco guard signs with K-State

• Carey gets USA softball invite

• Boys in blue feelin' blue; lose 4-0 in Chicago

• Highway Patrol buys new chopper with drug money

• Rain shortage puts northeast Kansas under extreme fire danger

• Confucius Institute makes its way to Kansas

• Organization forum focuses on childhood health

• Brownback disagrees with making illegal immigration a felony

• Nancy Boyda launches campaign to run for U.S. Representative

• A chilly night

• Vehicle fire temporarily closes I-70

• Individuals fighting hunger worldwide will assemble in Kansas City

• Police arrest teenager in connection with drive-by shooting

• Riley County Police see a need for more officers

• Traffic stop leads to meth bust in Riley County

• Looking for summer fun? Go online for some travel tips

• Apartment fire determined to be cooking-related

• Mask maker works to intrigue, provoke emotion

• Candidates for Kansas governor to hold forum at Washburn

• Secretary of State to address community's concern about childhood obesity

• Shawnee Commission to decide whether jail beating video should be made public

• Event to pay tribute to Barry Feaker's service to city's less fortunate

• Cooler, windy and pleasant; area is under extreme fire danger

Tuesday, April 18

• Season continues in wrong direction for Royals

• Mayor honors Lady Blues for season achievements

• Royals to name press box in honor of late newsman

• Emporia State rolls over Washburn, 14-1, 8-0

• KU blows past Missouri State, 19-7

• Funding issues prevent progress on city’s infrastructure improvement plan

• Officials predict bad wildfire season for 2006

• 'LIE' surgery provides relief for esophageal cancer patients

• Storm threat to east

• Chiefs add cornerback Chris Johnson

• Huggins continues strong recruiting

• Cheney's goal to boost morale at Ft. Riley rally

• Ostertag says goodbye

• Shockers steal first win over Wildcats in two years, 7-3

• Flight history becomes reality for students

• Lawmakers find way to pass private prison bill

• Loophole in 'No Child' leaves many Kansas minorities unreported

• Suspect sought in weekend drive-by

• Loan program alleviates pressure of soldiers finding homes

• Federal judge rules against Kline in juvenile sex case

• Beech-Nut recalls toddler food because of presence of bone

• 'Smoking' may cause laughter

• California rains drench crops, cause scarcity at the supermarket

• President of China visits U.S., discusses trade

• Middle East fighting sparked by suicide bombing in Israel

• Online gamers find home at rubytooth.com

• Man injured in early morning accident

• Construction worker moonlights as poet

• Two Duke University lacross players facing rape charges

• Grillin' savory treats for a steak-lover's appetite

• As Fort Riley expands, rural developers, community members strategize

• City Council to discuss improvements to city infrastructure, neighborhoods

• Man wanted in Topeka homicide case now behind bars

• Severe Storms Possible for Some

Monday, April 17

• White Sox hand Royals eighth straight loss

• Topeka West shuts out Wichita Heights

• Wildcats ready to shock

• Mayor looks to expand city inmate clean-up program

• Suspect faces murder charges

• Authorities arrest 19-year-old in Holloway case

• Indictments issued in alleged rape case at Duke

• Four tips help dieters have their meat and stay healthy

• Wildcats land four golfers on Big 12 First Team Academic list

• Kenyan sets record at 2006 Boston marathon

• K-State gets ready for spring scrimmage

• Mostly clear tonight

• $100,000 state salary club increases 59 percent

• Police continue search for Washington County prisoner

• Governor signs Scruffy, dangerous animal bills

• Boeing plans to cut 900 jobs from Wichita plant

• Moore speaks to law students about nation’s deficit

• Mumps cases increase to 104 in 22 Kansas counties

• Kansas budget healthier than lawmakers previously thought

• Vice President stops in Sunflower State

• Last minute tax preparation not uncommon

• Post Office hours extended for tax deadline

• Federal farm disaster relief deadline approaching

• Thornburgh to seek fourth term as secretary of state

• Oil companies reaping in profits as consumers' face big bills at the pumps

• Shawnee County's voting lines could move

• Donated dollars factor into one man's haircut

• Dick Cheney to rally troops at Fort Riley

• MANA de Topeka finds place, support in community

• Identity thieves lurking online to 'phish' for tax information

• Rick Springfield rocks Osage City

• Several military figures come to Rumsfeld's defense

• Mad cow disease confirmed in Canada

• Andrew Carnegie's legacy perserved on ESU campus

• Stong storms blow through Jackson County

• Young adults to be recognized for work ethic, contributions

• Shawnee County Commission to discuss dealing with local outbreak

• Topeka police investigate shooting injury

• Part of California Ave. will close temporarily

• Nice Monday, But Severe Storms May Be on the Way

Sunday, April 16

• Mostly Clear Early; Clouds Move In Tonight

• While battling fires, crew finds meth ingredients

• Kansas State still doing QB shuffle

• Motorcycle accident leaves one injured

• Filed your taxes? Monday is Tax Day

• From Rome to Topeka, Christians celebrate Easter

• Brown County officials prepared for storms, used video cameras

• Colorado crushes Kansas City Brigade

• Devil Rays down Royals, Pujols saves the Cardinals, Big 12 scores

• KSU Professor backs Rumsfeld

• New biopsy could give more accurate diagnosis

Saturday, April 15

• Kansas Koyotes win big over Missouri

• Jayhawks end spring practice knowing their starting quarterback

• Chronic condition can cause scaly, oily patches to crop up without notice

• Suspicious smell leads police to meth lab

• Strong storms rip through Robinson

• Girl Power!

• Wall cloud forms over East Topeka

• Local church holds an eggstravaganza for area kids

• Mayor digs in to help East Topeka Streets

• K-State continues to prepare for first spring game with new coach

Friday, April 14

• Mangino names Meier starting QB

• Two-run lead not enough for Royals against Tampa Bay

• High school band gets inspiration from 80s pop legend

• AND1 puts on dunk fest display; win over Topeka All-Stars

• Couple faces felony charges for sextuplet scam

• Cheney visits Fort Riley to speak at rally

• Easter basket basics

• Severe weather possible Saturday

• Junior Blues, Trojans split double-header

• Jayhawks ready for action

• Washburn welcomes new player

• Hornets sign four players

• Mother honored by National Guard for 'self-sacrifice, dedication'

• Mumps vaccination no guarantee to prevent virus

• Lyon County firefighters prepare to battle grass fires

• Accident kills motorcyclist south of Clinton Lake

• Residents to makeover neighborhoods by removing trash, blighted property

• Government supports fighting crime in Topeka with $474,000 in grant money

• Topeka's own chocolate heaven

• Girls get opportunity to grow into science, engineering fields

• Spreading the word about literacy, foreign language

• 'Thank You for Smoking,' 'The Wild,' 'Scary Movie 4,'

• Defense in case of Mo. theft of unborn baby must file motions in court Friday

• Health fair encourages minorities to practice healthy lifestyles

• President Bush issues federal disaster declaration for Douglas, Wyandotte counties

• Tracking the mumps outbreak

• Approaching another weather record

Thursday, April 13

• Rugby Club a brotherhood for members

• AND1 Street Tour brings talented skills, moves to Topeka

• Manhattan officials, organization work toward smoke-free city

• Family of murdered Topeka man speaks out

• Counties receive federal funding for March 12 storm

• KDOT initiates underage drinking hotline

• Shared love of horses inspires masterpiece dedicated to Arab leader

• New drugs offer new hope for restful night

• Emporia man killed by train in Johnson County

• Topeka breaks heat record, warm temperatures continue Friday

• KU loses spring scrimmage against Team Canada

• Athlete's battle with cancer strengthens determination to compete

• City, youth to bring neighborhood alive with artwork

• Video competition law changes business for cable companies

• KU ready for spring scrimmage

• Students 'die' for humanitarian conflicts

• Yankees sweep Royals series, win 9-3

• April bowling fundraiser benefits area residents with disabilities

• Kansas girl's abduction story was a hoax, police say

• Cattlemen worry about livestock in parched prairie

• Jury awards damages in cattlemen's class-action lawsuit against packers

• President's case for waging war in Iraq contradicted; Bush losing public trust

• U.N. sends nuclear expert to Iran

• Holidays not so jolly as Middle Eastern countries tighten security

• Three fat chicks offer stories of dieting to Web users

• Topeka man faces charges of child rape

• Vista Drive In serves up 'attitude of gratitude' and plenty of good eats

• Police release identity of homicide victim, name of suspect

• Identity theft woes plague taxpayers

• Gardening Tip 2: Sow your seeds on Mother's Day

• Construction crews close down part of SW 27th Street

• KSU welcomes Lech Walesa, who helped improve Polish working conditions

• Highly unusual heat Thursday

Wednesday, April 12

• Former Jayhawks battle with high school all-stars

• KU quarterback named Friday

• Health officials monitor mumps outbreaks

• Fat amounts vary in fast food restaurants across country

• Stent graft provides relief for aneurysm sufferers

• Missouri couple lies about sextuplet pregnancy

• Record breaking temps possible Thursday

• Athletes make preparations for KU Relays

• 8-5 win improves KU's record to 24-13

• Royals losing streak extends to 13 at Yankee Stadium

• Car accident injures three people

• Teen abduction had right criteria for issuing AMBER Alert

• Decision remains to make conceal carry permit records public, private

• False abduction possible in disappearance of Independence teen

• Opponents speak out about Wal-Mart banking bid

• Organization offers free document shredding

• Conoco robbed at gunpoint

• Arrest made in Topeka rape

• Investigation continues in Topeka murder case

• Jacksonville prep star signs with Kansas State

• Three Manhattan men arrested for ecstacy possession

• Net Smarts Kids help keep children away from inappropriate online content

• Bush praises Medicare Prescription drug plan as a success

• Designing her dream, Topeka resident sews the seeds of success

• Health Fair offers free screenings, tests

• Many question whether Red Cross will be prepared for next hurricane season

• Meeting held to help teens avoid gangs

• Cheney booed as he takes the mound at the Washington Nationals' stadium

• Europe cheers as probe successfully begins orbit around Venus

• U.S., China agree to share information that could make food safer

• West Coast union deal has potential to affect how farm workers nationwide are paid

• IRS probe into citizens using loopholes to reduce tax bill hindered by legal loopholes

• St. Francis to explain the benefits, opportunities for robotic surgery

• Councilman advocates removing some of mayor's voting power

• Warm without the winds

Tuesday, April 11

• Missing teen found unharmed

• Jayhawks continue winning ways

• Bridge project raises concerns after costs rise $9 million

• Robinson, Rush honored at awards ceremony

• Late goal gives Charges win over Trojans

• VISA looks to gain users with new signature process

• Zoo staff ends suffering of baby giraffe

• Careless smoking believed to be cause of apartment fire

• Eye care product causes fungus

• Disney character gets star on Walk of Fame

• Sooners hire new head coach

• Shawnee Heights wins big over Topeka West

• Ichabods sweep Bearcats

• Royals lose 12th straight against Yankees

• Health officials speak out about mumps outbreak

• Early morning shooting leaves man dead, police searching answers

• Brownback awarded for dedication to cancer care

• Topeka residents get informed about new Medicare plans

• Gas prices continue rising across nation

• Slight chance of showers tonight, nearly perfect tomorrow

• 'Lucky Number Slevin,' 'Take the Lead,' Phat Girlz' and 'The Benchwarmers'

• 9-11 widow blames attacks for her children's emotional problems

• Israeli Prime Minster declared permanently incapacitated

• Bush dismisses plans for air strike on Iran's nuclear facilities

• USDA grants state, K-State money to research cattle identification technology

• Cute Web site allows users to vote for most attractive animals

• Topekan passionate about playing Jesus

• Labor of love benefits Lake Shawnee

• Amber Alert issued for abducted teenager

• Despite incentives, paying tax bill with credit card can be costly

• Kansas mumps cases reach 34

• Contact lens company, FDA investigates claims solution causes eye infections

• Extreme fire danger with gusty winds

Monday, April 10

• Lady Blues sweep Truman State

• Aldridge going Pro

• No Shocker, Turgeon stays

• Senate legislation delay doesn't stop nationwide protests

• Kansans across state participate in protests

• Thousands of demonstrators crowd steps at Capitol

• Prescription vending machine faster way to purchase drugs

• Cards debut new stadium, win 6-4 over Brewers

• Local man wins second PBA tournament

• K-State lands top recruit; KU awaits decision of Texas star

• Scattered high clouds tonight

• Greinke close to return; Hernandez still struggles

• Jayhawks flying high

• Cigarette cause of house fire

• Mumps cases continue to rise in Kansas

• National Guard employee retires

• Troopers to carry new weapon

• Interstate repairs costly for city

• 11-year-old student gets laptop

• Delay of naming state park holds up bill tracking deadbeat parents

• Man gets away with cash after gas station robbery

• Topeka residents make voices heard at immigration rally

• Kansas Lakes to be stocked with genetically modified fish

• Two construction projects close down Topeka streets

• Topeka police investigate armed robbery at convenience store

• U.S. contemplates military confrontation with Iran over nuclear program

• Mapping your life just got easier

• Topeka business to open third office in Manhattan

• Smoking may be banned in Manhattan businesses

• Topeka couple keeps Cherokee culture alive through art, literature

• Detours re-route traffic near Harrah's casino in Pottawatomie County

• Philanthropic students spring break in hurricane-torn South

• Warm weather blows in on Monday

• Weekend protests for and against tougher immigration laws continue Monday

• Kansans for Life call for removing abortion education amendment

• Board of Education to consider abstinence-only sex education

• Topeka Firefighters rescue local man from burning house

Sunday, April 9

• An investigational treatment could reduce heart damage

• Jayhawks worked their way into the top 25

• A case of the mumps turns up at Topeka elementary school

• Controlled burn in Auburn gets out of hand

• Lake Shawnee holds annual Easter egg hunt

• Immigration protests continue across the US

• Old talent meets new talent in Salina

• Garden visitors are greeted with 25,000 tulips and 12,000 daffodils

• Kasey Kahne picks up his 2nd NASCAR win of the year

• Wildcats battle with 9th ranked Texas

• Unarmed man scales White House fence

• Motorcyclist flips over car and is taken to the hospital

• Church youth group studies an ancient document on Palm Sunday

• Highs in the upper 70s and 80s this week

Saturday, April 8

• Higher temperatures, sunshine on the way

• Car flips, one injured in accident on I-70

• Auction fundraiser benefits American Cancer Society

• Texas rains on KSU, Tech over Kansas; Division II scores

• Mumps case confirmed in Topeka

• One dead, one injured in Jefferson County car crash

• Children go egg-wild at Governor's mansion

• Wildcats keep the "Kansas Cup" in this year's regatta

• Women take aim in NRA exercises

• ET Drag Series revved up at Heartland Park

• Royals breaking even after second victory

• Oklahoma woman dies on highway 75

• Non-invasive scan could help cancer patients

• One dead, one critically injured in overnight accident

Friday, April 7

• Showers move out this weekend

• Royals' record 2-2 after Saturday's victory

• Jayhawks top Red Raiders, CMSU over Emporia

• Favre in or out for 2006-2007?

• Scammers pose as Westar Energy officials

• Strokes and teens: What are the symptoms?

• Teen drinking incidents, enforcement increases during prom season

• Marysville tornado caught on tape

• Storm destroyed home, but not spirits

• KU warning students about mumps outbreak

• Bioscience advocates, governor to promote Kansas' industry to national audience

• Jayhawks try to overcome shellacking in Friday night's Conference game

• British police officer learns how Topeka police fight crime

• Atlanta Braves tap homegrown player from Junction City

• Mad cow fears lead to ban on U.S. beef imports

• Turkey season is calling hunters, including Gov. Sebelius

• Skateboarder lands a big one in Las Vegas

• Armed robber targets Langley Recycling

• 'Slither' invites you to open up and say awesome

• Endangered species thrive at Topeka Zoo

• Web site offers humor based on Chuck Norris' physical ability

• Baby black bears at Denver Zoo doing well

• Sale rescheduled for livestock barn

• Car crash sends one woman to hospital

• Teen charged with involuntary manslaughter in Olathe crash

• Libby testifies President Bush had approved of pre-war intelligence leak

• K-State event recognizes K-State inventors, highlights intellectual property

• Councilman Alcala supports students' stance on immigration

• Tulip Time offers sights, smells to delight any naturalist

• Public encouraged to learn more about Topeka gangs

• Hit-and-miss showers before a perfect weekend

Thursday, April 6

• Quieter weather tonight; still breezy

• Training intense for Topeka police recruits

• Wildcats get set for showdown with Longhorns

• Severe weather damage hits hard in Clay Center

• Storm survivors recall experience

• Hail storm hits Salina

• Radio waves in new device reduce cellulite appearances

• Tornado Watch Cancelled

• Tornado Causes Damage in Clay Center

• Victims tell horrifying story of physical abuse in hopes of keeping others safe

• Kansas Koyotes under pressure to sustain winning streak

• Huggins tries to catch Jacksonville giant

• Royals prepare to go to bat against defending World Champions

• No Monday Night Football for Kansas City Chiefs' fans

• Soldiers 'motivated and prepared' for deployment

• On-the-go lifestyle can lead to poor eating habits

• KDHE reports investigating 21 cases of mumps

• Topeka Civic Theatre campaigns for donations to restore mural

• Area event cancellations

• Tornado Watch in Effect

• DVDs for infants come under attack

• Highland Park immigration sessions to teach students how they could be affected

• Task force to draft reguations for concealed weapons

• Brownback advocates allowing illegal immigrants to attain citizenship

• Giuliani's testimony could help determine whether terrorist gets death penalty

• Shawnee County hears complaint from firefighters about hard-to-find county homes

• Dive-bombing human is virtual reality

• K-DOT announces contracts for highway contruction

• McLouth man is instrument savior

• Lawmakers continue to waste billions on needless programs, report states

• Shawnee County agency to hold healthy family seminar

• German shepherd, pug-beagle mix need good home

• Police: Former Topeka physician's assistant played role in performing illegal castrations

• Group gears up for holiday performance

• Strategizing begins for second vote on rolling roof for stadiums

Wednesday, April 5

• Spokesman for Homeland Security faces child solicitation charges

• Play participants get ready for opening night

• College baseball, softball scores

• Drag racing season revves into action

• Mumps cases continue to increase in Douglas County

• Passengers suffer minor injuries in semi accident

• Construction re-routes drive to casino

• Duke’s lacrosse coach resigns amid rape allegations

• Jury uses tape to decide fate of Moussaoui

• Bad eating habits causes night eating disorder

• Cancer chemical found in soft drinks

• Riverfront development project gets mixed reactions

• Officials continue fight for rolling roof

• Detroit runs away with game-two against Royals, 14-3

• Huggins adds two assistants to staff

• Kemp left out of WNBA draft

• Washburn athletes make players of week list

• Continuance delays murder trial

• Teacher resigns amid sex scandel with student

• Plan in works to initiate conceal carry law

• Topeka Police Department receives reaccredidation

• Help police name new crime robot

• Rising crude oil costs increase gas prices

• Pancake feed kicks off Washburn's United Way Campaign

• Legislators work for abortion awareness in classrooms

• Woman wins new car in drawing

• Warm tonight; severe weather outbreak possible Thursday

• Officer reserve program key to strong police force

• Washburn's Jennifer Harris drafted in WNBA

• Community Blood Center encourages public to donate

• Salina officials worried about groundwater contamination

• Topeka to crack down on lawn violations

• Tax changes for 2005 explained

• Drag Race kicks off at Heartland Park

• Fairlawn Road to close for construction

• New Kansas law requires some companies to register insurance plans

• Unusual tastes await you on ecreamery.com

• Mission to serve: Topeka students help out elderly residents

• It's a Kick Butts Day for some Topeka students

• Police discover meth lab in Topeka garage

• Identifying the man behind Kansas State's orign

• Local author talks about writing process, inspiration

• Topeka votes in new deputy mayor

• Attorney General to disclose financial expense report

• A few morning storms; severe weather possible Thursday

Tuesday, April 4

• Arena league's Koyotes ready for season opener

• City Council approves College Hill redevelopment project

• Chi yoga strengthens body, improves golf game

• Group requests sweetener be pulled for side effects

• Jackson County votes yes to renovate stadiums, no for rolling roof

• “United 93” gets mixed reactions

• Unsettled weather draws closer

• Washburn wins 3-2 over CMSU

• Coach Prince satisfied with spring practice

• KU makes scheduling adjustments for TV time

• Chiefs sign free agent Lenny Walls

• Royals make adjustments for game two against Tigers

• County residents cast vote for tax increase for stadium renovations

• Hospital renovations critical to providing high-quality care

• Robbery suspects may be linked to other crimes

• Local high schoolers perform mission work around town

• Fuel cap dysfunction causes Nissan truck recall

• Million dollar grant helps preserve state’s natural prairies

• Health officials worry about multiple mumps cases

• Law increases juror pay

• Controlled burns important for firefighters in future

• Governor speaks about crime, violence in Topeka

• Willie Nelson helps launch bio-diesel station in Texas

• Wheat crop outlook improves

• Construction crews to close down 17th Street temporarily

• Massive funnel cloud hits Missouri

• DeLay to leave Congress amid criminal allegations

• 10 people die in in Baghdad bombing

• Supreme Court to take another look at Kansas death penalty case

• Public to confront City Council on College Hill redevelopment issue

• From the big screen to the computer screen, movies now more accessible

• Insects, ancient lizard and Comanche all can be found at KU museum

• Manhattan considers condemning two properties for redevelopment

• Participants wanted for annual prairie fire event

• Tax preparer training scrutinized

• Parents learn techniques on how to get children to cooperate

• Warmer weather on the way

Monday, April 3

• Florida Gators win NCAA Championship over UCLA

• Detroit's Rogers too much for Kansas City

• Ichabods take one of two games against Griffons

• Royals fans ready for baseball season

• Zacarias Moussaoui eligible for death penalty

• Bubble image technology helps doctors save lives

• Comeback for Clemens?

• NCAA championship features Bruins, Gators

• Mostly clear, chilly tonight

• KC loses season opener to Detroit, 3-1

• Wittig, Lake pay big for Westar fraud

• Presidential pitch

• WNBA hopes for Washburn’s Jennifer Harris

• Victims speak out about weekend robbery, stabbing

• Exhibit honors Holocaust hero

• State considers paying for all-day kindergarten program

• Kansas State professor arrested for marijuana

• Men face felony charges for illegal surgeries

• Some Areas May See Frost Tonight

• Americans send sneakers, soccer balls to Iraqi children

• Energy company seeks federal approval to build gas pipeline in Kansas

• Rain in California could cause spike in fruit costs

• Shake up at White House could result in more vacancies

• 11 die in weekend's severe thunderstorm

• Riley County Police ask for community feedback on 2007 budget

• Web site uses songs to create fun Q and A

• Two teenagers arrested for weekend robbery of hotel guests

• Museum exhibit clarifies facts about Old West

• Construction workers to close part of 10th Street

• David Wittig to serve 18-year term for stealing from Westar Energy

• Free breast cancer screenings offered as part of awareness week

• Female athletes breaking gender barrier in rough-and-tumble sport

• Learning disabilities can buy students extra time on SATs; some accused of taking advantage of system

• Denver transit workers go on strike

• Man convicted of burning death of sister to be sentenced

• Winds begin to calm down, sunshine returns

Sunday, April 2

• Temple holds 41st annual Blintze Brunch

• KU takes Border War, Huskers over Wildcats

• Wrapping up the Lady Wildcats' season

• Opening Day at the "K" this Monday

• A "Midsummer Night's Dream" for the springtime

• Teenager struck by car

• Weather settling down... for a little while.

• Kansas State still searching for solid QB starter

• Jayhawk freshman could be starting QB

• Funding woes for KU Med geriatric program

• Journalist Jill Carroll home with family

• One year later, Catholics mourn John Paul II

• Wittig, Lake to be sentenced Monday

• Firefighters contain kitchen blaze in Soldier Township

• Early-morning hail blankets Topeka

• Families say tearful goodbyes in Lawrence

Saturday, April 1

• Humane Society hopes to kick off Every Day is Tag Day

• Big Brothers and Big Sisters hit the alleys to raise money for kids

• Family fun was the theme for today's Spring Fling at Gage Park

• Some Topeka bystanders got pelted with paintballs

• Prevention and Recovery Service members are working to lower underage drinking numbers

• Washburn Ichabods play in annual spring game

• KU football plays in the Capital City Saturday

• Four Fort Riley Soldiers arrested after robbing three Manhattan residents

• Hornets sweep Ichabods in baseball Saturday

• Grass fires kept firefighters busy Saturday

• K-State baseball's comeback not enough

• The K-State women's basketball team can call themselves champions

• K-State football opens spring practice to the public

• Studies show prayer may have a positive impact on health

• Suspects stab a man and then try to rob the Bavarian Inn

• Storms Likely Late Tonight & Tomorrow

• Friday night Topeka homicide still under investigation