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Seniors, beware of a recent phone scam
Learn some precautions and warning signs to prevent being a victim.
Family fights with insurance company for their injured son's sake
A family at a Wichita hospital says right now, when they need it most, their health insurance company denied crucial treatment for their son. 49 News Reporter Kim Wilhelm asked why.
Kansas ranked 29th in pre-K spending
A recent study puts Kansas in the lower half of states when it comes to pre-Kindergarten program spending. Learn what one local school board is doing about it.
Business booms after Wildcat victory
There is excitement in Manhattan tonight. Fans can hardly wait for K-State's basketball team to play in round 2 of the NCAA tournament tomorrow. 49 News Manhattan Bureau Reporter Annette Lawless shows us how far fans think the Cats can go this year.
49 Sports: Omaha hoops Day 3
It was an off-day for both the Jayhawks and the Wildcats, but that didn't stop the 49 Sports Team.
Driver mistakes Lawrence duplex for drive-thru
NCAA madness started with a bang for one Lawrence family. 49 News Reporter Janet Reid tells us about the brush with death that has a father of four counting his blessings.
Oprah's Big Give even bigger, thanks to Topekans
Oprah's Big Give is now even bigger. 49 News viewers stepped up, pledging their money and time to help five Topeka families. 49 News Community Reporter Liz Zamora shows how that will impact those families.
Funding details keep city from jumping on board proposed Amtrak expansion
Lawrence and Emporia are two of the Kansas cities that want the state to expand its Amtrak rail service, but why not Topeka? 49 News Reporter Marshanna Hester explains what the mayor says is keeping the Capital City from jumping on board.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Chilly Easter egg hunting weather
How will you need to dress for your Easter egg hunt?
Mirror allows people to see future damage caused by vices
Cigarettes, alcohol, fast food, even sunbathing. We all have our unhealthy tendencies. But would it help put us on the straight and narrow if we could see, right now, what our vices would do to us in the future? ABC's Andrea Canning found a new technology that lets the future stare right back at you.
49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather
Tap into 49 News Now for all the news that's fit to click. In this videocast, 49 News Anchor Liz Zamora brings you Republican reaction on Gov. Kathleen Sebelius' coal plant veto. Also, a host of musicians will be honored in Lawrence this weekend. Also, a new exhibit opens up at the Kansas Museum of History. In weather, Meteorologist Alex Harrington explains why chilly weather is headed our way.
Horton should be hearing a laugh from both old and young
Film Critic Keith Van Sickle brings a special guest to the set of Good Morning Kansas to review a Dr. Seuss favorite "Horton Hears A Who." Dr. Seuss' beloved books have touched multiple generations over the years. What that means for this adapted movie.
When chasing down criminals, has South Carolina taken it too far?
Shocking dash cam video appears to show highway troopers caught on tape using their cars as weapons, running down suspects. How that video has sparked a federal investigation
Semi rear-ends car, 3 children killed
Tragedy strikes a Missouri family as their three daughters are taken from them in a horrific car accident. Where in Missouri this happened.
Tour de Force: Where to see weather that changed Kansans' lives
Anything and everything about severe weather in Kansas is inside the Kansas Museum of History. Plus, you can even leave your own fingerprint on the exhibit.
Police seek public's support in stabbing case
A man arrived at a Topeka hospital Thursday night bleeding from a knife wound. The suspect is still at large. How you can help police solve this crime.
Governor vetoes bill on coal-fired power plants
It's going to take a large number of legislators to override the veto. How many and will there be enough support for an override. Plus, what stipulation in the bill gnawed at the governor.
Is now a good time to buy a car or not?
The sagging economy and the soaring price of gas are putting a double whammy on U.S. automakers. How the auto industry is preparing for a rough road ahead.
Video games evolve into great exercise, but only if you play the right ones
Trendy isn't always healthy, especially when it comes to video games. But as CNN's Judy Fortin reports, one product is giving kids a workout.
Over-the-counter options for allergy sufferers
Spring has arrived, and for some people that signals the return of allergy season. No worries, because there are many different types of medications that offer, relief.
Amid riots, China tries to hold onto its image, calm woes over violent Olympics
International anger is growing over China's crackdown on demonstrators in Tibet. As the violence escalates, so does talk of boycotting the Beijing Olympics. Why President Bush says he will not cancel his trip to the summer games.
The Zoo comes to you: New Guinea skink sports blue tongue
49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi speaks with Topeka Zoo Director Mike Coker. Meet Brian, a New Guinea blue tongue skink. And, see what the state's amphibian looks like.
Snoops in Barack Obama's passport file
Some say State Department employees were trying to dig up dirt on Obama
The State Department has some explaining to do after a security breach involving Barack Obama's passport file. An investigation is underway. Why Obama's campaign is threaten. And, what's the good news for the Obama campaign.
Study: It really is better to give than to receive
There may be a saying money can't buy happiness, but a new study suggests something different. We have the latest in medical news.
Minimum wage proposal fails
How many workers are making only $2.65 an hour, the state's minimum wage and whether the bill has any chance of being revisited this session.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Slightly cooler today
A cold front has made its way through the area this morning. That means slightly cooler weather to end the workweek. By Saturday, a noticeably cooler airmass will be in place.
49 News Now: A Morning Update of News and Weather
In this edition of 49 News Now Anchor Gena Terlizzi tells you how tournament fever has hit northeast Kansas. Plus, Meteorologist Craig Gold has your latest weather forecast.
Cats advance after 80-67 win over USC
Find out what other sizzling freshmen were on the court for today's big Wildcat win.