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Viet Nam casualty finally returns home
For 40 years, a young Marine's mother has waited for someone to find her son's remains in Viet Nam. Now, her wait is over and her son is finally coming home.
Watching 49 News pays off for Topeka man
Dozens of callers resulted in some winners in the 49 News unclaimed property phone bank this week. 49 News Anchor Ben Bauman spoke with a Topeka man who cashed in.
49 News helps viewers find money
Learn what one viewer found out when he called in during the 49 News Unclaimed Property phone bank Wednesday.
Some races still too close to call
The votes were cast two days ago, but some Kansas races are still too close to call. Find out where it is and why the mayor still says the votes were a success.
Smoking or non? Why this question will no longer be asked
On Tuesday, Manhattan citizens voted in favor of a smoking ban in public places and places of employment by 56 percent. On January 3, that ban will go into effect. 49 News Manhattan Bureau Reporter Lindsey Elliott asked restaurant workers and customers how they feel about the ban and found some have mixed emotions.
Lottery announces games to aid Kansas veterans
Find out where revenues from new ticket sales will go.
City keeps its promise, finishes part of Wanamaker project on time
One part of the controversial Wanamaker project will be finished by the city's original deadline. 49 News Reporter Marshanna Hester explains what it is and the important lesson the city learned.
Two Kansas speaker candidates say budget top issue
Find out who is looking to be Speaker of the Kansas House next session.
Wichita mentor sees Obama as an inspiration to young people
Barack Obama promised change during his historic run for president. Members of one Kansas community say his election has inspired the black community, especially children.
City picks community Christmas tree
You may think it's too early to think about Christmas, but not everyone feels the same way.
Code enforcement personnel share ideas
Code enforcement officers from around Kansas are meeting in Topeka today. Find out what ideas Topeka officers are gleaning that may help clean up the Capital City.
False front pages put around newspapers
Find out who is suspected of wrapping false front pages around Wednesday newspapers in Lawrence.
Woman in bee costume accused of graffiti
Find out what building on the KU campus received her "pollen."
Don't take your toothbrush for granted. Check it's lifespan
Not only is an old brush gross looking and downright dirty, but it could harbor something you don't want in your mouth. Find out what one study shows and what he dentists recommend.
Mediation Services seeks volunteer mediators
Kansas Community Mediation Services president and executive director stop by the set of Good Morning Kansas to explain how the program benefits the state and how you can volunteer.
Kiwanis Club pancake feed provides more than just breakfast
If this interview between 49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi and Kiwanis Club member Robert Maxwell doesn't get your mouth watering, we don't know what will. Learn where you can fill up on pancakes and how that improves the community.
Armed man robs Phillips 66
Owners of a convenience store in Southwest Topeka are counting their losses today after being targeted by a robber. The suspect is still on the loose. Where the suspect was last seen.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Cooler winds, cloudy skies
Say good-bye to the 70s and the 60s. By Friday, you'll want to bundle up because temperatures will be in the 50s. When the area could see wind chills down into the 30s.
K-State Ag Today: Keeping the family farm in the family, part 2
When family farms and ranches begin the process of transferring ownership from one generation to the next, who should be involved in the process? K-State Ag Today's Jeff Wichman takes a look.