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School board tours failing school
USD 501 school board members toured one of the seven elementary schools that aren't up to federal standards. Find out what solutions board members offered to help all schools do better.
City Manager speaks to NIA
Find out why Norton Bonaparte feels it is important to meet regularly with Topekans.
Pratt High player wakes up after injury
Find out one of the first things Luke Southard wanted to know when he regained consciousness.
NBA fines Heat's Beasley $50,000
Find out what Michael Beasley didn't do in the investigation of Mario Chalmers and Darrell Arthur.
Scam alert for seniors
Find out how the scammers will try to fool you into releasing personal information.
K-State library hits important milestone
Find out how an antique cookbook helped the library reach the 2 million mark.
Survey says islands over medians for Wanamaker
Lack of communication is forcing the city to switch gears on a major road construction project. Nearly two weeks ago, the city announced it was extending the median on Wanamaker from Winding Road to 17th Street to prevent accidents. Now that's changed. 49 news reporter Marshanna Hester explains why.
Saving, real estate good ideas in this economy
Wall Street was up today, way up. At the closing bell, stocks were more than 400 points higher. It's because investors heard reports that the U.S. government is working to create a long-term solution to the credit crisis.
Foreclosure has no effect on voting rights in Kansas
Find out what specific requirements you must meet that enable you to vote.
Dawn and dusk risky times on the road
If you think it's getting harder to see while driving at this hour, you're right. This is the time of year when sun glare can be dangerous for everyone on the road. In Wichita, two crashes in two days are blamed on the sun. Learn what you need to do to stay safe on the road.
49 Storm Team Forecast: High clouds, but no change in the temperature department
Besides a few clouds, no changes in the weather. Just when a more substantial weather change enters the forecast...?
Happy feet at Washburn for Hispanic Heritage Month
Find out who was giving salsa dance lessons at the lunch hour Thursday.
Health officials say West Nile virus cases down this year
Although no one knows why, find out what may have contributed to this decline.
Slash and Bash Horror Film Festival to harken in Halloween season
Some in Topeka are celebrating Halloween early, with a horror film festival. Which horror movie cast members will be in Topeka for the event.
Motorist Alert: Bridge inspection to close one lane of U.S. 24
What area of U.S. Highway 24 to avoid to reduce your chances of getting a traffic headache.
Outreach festival to put food on Topekans' tables
49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi speaks with Teddy Van Vail, with CLM Outreach. Learn why his faith-based organization is giving away free food and where you can get some. Plus, what else will be given away.
NASA study participant paid to lay down on the job
Imagine staying in bed for three months straight. You can surf the Internet, watch TV, and get paid $1,000 a week. Sounds like a dream job right? Well, maybe not. CNN's Doctor Sanjay Gupta explains how it's all part of a NASA research project.
K-State Ag Today: Genetics show promise in growing weed-resistant sorghum
The same ALS resistance that some corn and soybean growers have been enjoying for years, may soon be available to sorghum producers. Jeff Wichman has more in this edition of K-State Ag Today.
Appeals court rejects review of Wittig sentence
The former Westar Energy CEO is running out of appeals. David Wittig was convicted of loaning $1.5 million to a former Topeka banker, then helping him hide the transaction. What option is left for Wittig's lawyers.
Study helps explain disparity of weight loss in gastric bypass patients
The number of Americans undergoing gastric bypass surgery has increased by more than 400 percent in the last 10 years. But, a new study finds that many patients only have modest weight loss after gastric bypass despite following all their doctors' instructions.
"Raw panic and concern" overwhelm Wall Street
Wall Street is shaking to the core, and international stocks are tumbling this morning. President Bush cancelled travel plans to stay in Washington today to deal with the economy. Who's footing the bill.
Artist recreates Mona Lisa out of office supplies
An online contest inspired an Iowa man to get creative with office supplies. Some would even say he's created a masterpiece. How he modernized the most famous painting in the world.
Inmate escapes from prison work crew
An inmate of the Norton Correctional Facility is on the loose and considered dangerous. What law enforcement is doing to put this man behind bars once again.
Regents recommend 4 percent funding hike
Amount would cover inflation only; fears persist about possible cuts
The Kansas Board of Regents is recommending a 4 percent increase in higher education funding, expressing fears about possible cuts during "unprecedented times."
Alternative medicine making inroads into traditional health care
Many doctors and patients are becoming less skeptical about alternative medicine. CNN's Judy Fortin tells us more about the practices that has many Americans' attention.
Three plead guilty to wire fraud, bogus tax returns
The men are guilty of stealing the identities of nursing home residents and filing bogus tax returns, but they didn't do it alone. How many helpers they had and how many people the investigation revealed were victimized. Plus, how you can protect against identity theft.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Sunny streak continues
Fall is next Monday, but all indications point towards a continuation of pleasant summer temperatures.
Ask Dr. Trupp: Allergies plaguing humans can cause problems for pets too
49 News' pet expert Dr. Rob Trupp drops by the set of Good Morning Kansas. Why he says it may be worth the cost of an allergy shot for your pet.
Motorist Alert: I-70 at Fairlawn reduced to one lane
A busy stretch of eastbound Interstate 70 will down to one lane today. What crews are doing there and how long traffic will be impeded.