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Topeka grandmother dislikes pool policy
A Topeka woman was surprised to learn she had to pay full price just to watch her grandkids swim at a city pool. Find out what steps she took to register her complaint.
KU's AD Perkins named to TIME Magazine Best Sports Executives list
Find out how you can vote for the best sports executive of the year.
Dates, times set for Las Vegas Invitational
Learn where to place your ticket orders, or where to watch the 'Cats on TV.
GameCube donated to help crime victims
Learn how video games can help young victims while with the police.
Lifeguard Games showcase life-savers' skills
While the Summer Olympics are still more than two weeks away, some were already hoping to take away the gold this weekend. From CPR to water rescue, 49 Sports Reporter Dave DeCandis showed us what teams were up against in this weekend's Lifeguard Games.
Council committee meets on budget
Find out what tax increases the Council is considering to make Topeka better.
Judge rules against City approval of parking lot
The battle between Grace Cathedral and the Friends of Bethany Place over a proposed parking lot takes a new twist.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Scattered storms possible on Tuesday, but still hot
A few storms will roll through the northern half of the area overnight, but a better storm chance is lining up for Tuesday afternoon.
Truth Test 1: What to believe in a Roberts vs. Slattery ad
Chances are you have already seen political ads for many of the candidates who are running for state and congressional seats. But can you believe all of the claims made in those ads? To put those political ads to the truth test, 49 News sat down with a member of one local campaign to break down what their would-be opponent is saying and how much you can believe to be true.
Saving on Gas: Ride bike on errands
It doesn't take much longer to ride a half-mile on a bike to run a quick errand.
Saving on Gas: Make a Grocery List
Extra trips to the store every week can drain your budget and gas tank.
Saving on Gas: Plan ahead
Make the most of every trip
If you have to drive to work, do an errand on the way.
St. Francis makes donation in memory of beloved volunteer
Learn how Meals on Wheels will benefit as a result of Krista Wagner's efforts.
Volunteer drums her way into people's hearts
49 News is proud to tell you about this year's United Way outstanding volunteers. Tonight, 49 News Anchor Sophia Spencer shows us how one volunteer is making a difference by making some noise.
Political use of Rock Chalk Chant frowned on
Find out how the chant was used and by whom.
49 Crime Tracker: Robberies still down from last year
Our 49 News Crime Tracker found, despite the increase in robberies last week, robberies are still down from where they were last year.
Living with no air conditioning affecting many
Imagine today's heat, and not having air conditioning. 49 News Reporter Jessica Drew finds out how those people are coping, and what steps Let's Help is taking to prepare for the heat.
Election may create new challenge to evolution
District-by-district, we break down where the candidates stand. Plus, give you a time line of the evolution debate in Kansas inside this story.
Today is last day to register to vote in primary
If you just turned 18 or will by the Aug. 5 primary, you may want to register to vote. If so, you must do it by today. How late you can register.
Recovery slow in year since Coffeyville flooding
Few homes have been rebuilt on a piece of land that was drenched in oil following flooding in 2007. What the city manager says about the situation.
Tokyo restaurant serves up nontraditional experience for women
Japanese women who want to be treated like a princess have a new cafe in Tokyo to cater to their needs. It's called the Butler Cafe. Many women are finding it to be a place they can live happily ever after, at least over lunch.
"Dark Knight" bursts box office records
A wild weekend for Batman. The "Dark Knight," the seventh Batman movie to hit theaters, shattered the three-day weekend box office record raking in $155.3 million. Why that's an incredible haul for this film.
K-State Ag Today: Tunnel vision
Greenhouses allow producers to grow vegetables year round, but greenhouses are expensive to build, maintain and operate. In this edition of K-State Ag Today, Jeff Wichman tells us about a low-tech alternative.
Dillons breaks ground on new building in Greensburg
Residents say the business' decision to stay was the "right thing" to do
Dillons and Kwik Shop were mainstays in Greensburg for more than 70 years. Then, a tornado destroyed the town. More than a year after the disaster, the two stores are part of a town reborn. Learn how far residents have had to drive for groceries since the tornado flatted the grocery store.
Credit card usage, bankruptcy rise with the prices of food, fuel
Many middle class Americans now find themselves forced to use credit cards just to pay their bills. However, the consequences of over-using those cards have left families even deeper in debt and facing bankruptcy.
Organizers, kids gear up for bike rodeo
Lynette Hudson and Jim Garrison from State Farm Insurance explain where families can register for a chance to win a bike. Plus, how much kids can reduce their risk of head injuries just by strapping on a helmet.
Rock drops from KC overpass, strikes trucker
A truck driver was hospitalized this morning after a rock smashed into his vehicle, causing a crash and traffic delays. What type of injury the driver suffered and how emergency crews got him out of the mangled truck.
Gardening Tip 15: Protecting your tomatoes
Garden Expert Dave Jackson drops by the set of Good Morning Kansas to discuss ways that Mother Nature can ruin your tomato crop.
Vendor shares glimpse into process of bringing goods to farmer's market
As food prices go up, farmers markets are growing in appeal to shoppers wanting fresh food at low prices. But as BoomerGirl.com's Cathy Hamilton reports, for many farmers, it takes a village to bring their products to market every weekend. The one thing they hope the weekends don't bring.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Another sizzler
Just one degree shy of 100 degrees Sunday, and we'll have another chance of reaching the century mark some time during this afternoon.
McCain supporters take jabs at Obama as he meets with Mideast leaders
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama is in Iraq this morning for talks with American commanders and troops, as well as Iraq's prime minister. His Republican rival John McCain heads to Kennebunkport, Maine to pick up some key support and money.