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Smoking ban in Lawrence to be reviewed by Kansas Supreme Court
The controversy surrounding Lawrence's bar and restaurant smoking ban is heading to the state's highest court.
Murder case against Karr has been dropped
The man who says he killed JonBenet Ramsey is heading back to California, after prosecutors dropped the charges against him.
Topeka names new police chief
The long-vacated Topeka Police Chief's post is one step closer to being filled.
Memorial service for Hiawatha soldier
26-year-old Army Corporal Jeremiah Scott Cole died in Afghanistan on August 16th,2006 when an explosive detonated near his vehicle
Washburn students reflect on lessons learned, one year after Hurricane Katrina
On this anniversary of Hurricane Katrina the nation is still evaluating the "lessons learned" from the disaster. A group of Washburn students made two relief trips to the Gulf Region this year. They said their lessons learned will be with them for a lifetime.
Topeka West running back recalls running to save his life
This time last year Topeka West running back Havier Robinson was running from more than just tacklers, but instead the worst natural disaster in US history.
Emporia State reinstates defensive end
After being found not guilty on drug charges, the Emporia State football program has reinstated defensive end Junis McDowell
Former Oklahoma quarterback picks a new team
Rhett Bomar the highly touted former Oklahoma quarterback picks a new team
KU cornerback to sit out for "disciplinary reasons"
On the college level, another guy who won't be performing this week, KU cornerback Aqib Talib.
Edwards, Chiefs make first-round cuts
It's time for Herm Edwards and the Kansas City Chiefs to cut the proverbial fat.
Partly cloudy and cooler tonight
Isolated showers still possible, but only a few expected
A few random showers cannot be ruled out tonight and Tuesday, but overall skies will remain partly cloudy.
Goodyear retirees protest healthcare cuts
Members say Goodyear is proposing sharp cuts to health care and prescription drug coverage now available to retirees
Students remember hurricane, continue learning in Topeka
49 News Reporter Marshanna Hester spoke with evacuees who made their way to Topeka, and has more on how they've adjusted to life in the Capital City.
After Katrina, Kansas better prepared for disasters
After soldiers and airmen returned to Kansas, they used the knowledge they gained to improve military policy.
KU student charged with rape
An 18-year-old KU student from Overland Park is charged with raping an acquaintance in an on-campus residence hall.
Kansas Guardsmen remember Hurricane Katrina, one year later
Hurricane Katrina devastated the gulf coast one year ago. Once the winds subsided, communities were left in ruins. Members of the Kansas National Guard arrived ready to do whatever they could to help
Kansas man sentenced to death for killing two people
A double-murder case finds some closure. A district judge denied a new trial and sentenced 27-year-old Sidney Gleason to death.
49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather
Watch 49 News Now for all the news that's fit to click. In today's broadcast, learn what series of events lead to a Topeka Police officer shooting a suspect. And, some local workers pick up the placards and begin a loud and visible protest of Goodyear.
Third Kansan dies from West Nile
A retired civil engineer from Hesston who helped build the Alaska pipeline has died from the West Nile virus.
Dogstock Camping and Music Festival to raise awareness of pet adoption
49 News Anchor Jessica Lovell speaks with Randy Long, an organizer for Dogstock Music Festival. Find out how you can camp, jam out and have a whole lot of fun.
Police shoot and kill one man after pursuit in South Topeka
An automobile chase ensued after one man tried to escape arrest. Officers opened fire on the suspect. The suspect, a 45-year-old male, died later at the hospital.
Man hospitalized after truck pins him to gate
One man is recovering in the hospital today after being pinned against a fence at the city's forestry disposal site.
Topeka's oldest used bookstore a diamond mine for collectors
Used bookstores are a treasure trove of old or out of print books and the treasure in Topeka is Dean's Books. Reporter Dana Davis brings you more.
Campus community to learn importance of avoiding plagiarism
49 News Anchor Jessica Lovell speaks with ReAnne Utemark, a Washburn University sophomore, who talks a little bit about plagiarism and explains how some student journalists are informing the campus community about the problem of plagiarism.
U.S. Cellular expands in North-central Kansas
Better reception and a bigger network. That's how Lyon County residents will benefit from the expansion of the former Cellular One phone company.
MacVicar construction could cause traffic tie-ups
Motorists will need to take extra precaution on MacVicar Avenue as traffic is down to one lane in each direction.
Bridge blast canceled
The city was preparing for the third explosion to bring down part of the Topeka Boulevard Bridge, but the explosives authorities have canceled today's detonation.
Showers on the way for one more day
Another shower chance for this afternoon and evening. Drier weather is coming.