Advertisement
Lead stories
Stories
Junction City hosts largest free festival in Kansas
Road blocks went up Tuesday afternoon in Junction City, preparing for a festival the town looks forward to every year. 49 News Manhattan Bureau Reporter Lindsey Elliott explains what Sundown Salute is and why it's a cheap getaway for the family.
Kansas State athletic facilities on hold
The Kansas State athletic department will halt a $70 million facilities project for the time being.
USD 501 school board says goodbye to Betty Horton
Another year came to a close Tuesday for the USD 501 school board and that also meant the end of one controversial board member's term. But, Betty Horton says she got an important message across during her time on the board.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Cooler weather for the night
Clear skies and drier air will give way to some very comfortable morning temperatures.
Women's Recreational Shooting Association will host Charity Shoot
The Women's Recreational Shooting Association is hosting their 17th Annual Kansas Women's Charity Shoot.
Historic North Topeka Neighborhood Improvement Association applied for grants to help the community
Imagine being confined to one specific area because the sidewalks impair your mobility. 49 News Reporter Jessica Drew finds out what it's like for some in North Topeka who can't get around, and how the Neighborhood Improvement Association is trying to fix it with the help of the city.
New details on Perry Lake drowning
New details about the Nortonville man who drowned Monday night at the Perry Lake swim beach. 49 news reporter Gena Terlizzi explains who Robert Courter was, and why authorities say he drowned despite being a "strong swimmer."
Riley County discussing 2010 budget
Riley County Commissioners are in the process of deciding the 2010 budget, which could include a 3.86 mill levy increase and financing for the RCPD expansion.
Twin Rivers Festival making a comeback in Emporia
Why they're bringing it back
Carl Henry: Family to meet Tuesday night to discuss future
Father says sons might still choose Kentucky
Carl Henry said his family would meet Tuesday night to discuss Xavier and C.J.'s future, the father told 610Sports radio station KCSP on Tuesday.
Kansas officials expect revenue shortfall
Kansas officials are bracing for more gloomy news about the state's tax collections.
Man who drowned trying to rescue 3-year-old couldn't swim
A man who drowned Monday evening while trying to save a child at Perry Lake didn't know how to swim, Jefferson County Sheriff Jeff Herrig said Tuesday.
Vatican finds enough evidence of Kansas miracle
A Vatican investigator has found a Colwich man's survival enough of a miracle that he will continue studying the case, with the goal toward declaring it an official miracle.
Judge blocks Kansas law on signs for adult stores
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the state of Kansas from enforcing a law restricting roadside signs for adult stores.
Kansas developer changes plea
A Kansas developer has pleaded guilty to one federal count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.
Father, dad try fishing 50 states in 50 days
A former Kansan and his 17-year-old son are on a special quest this summer - trying to fish all 50 states in 50 days.
Kansas court reels from budget cuts
The Riley County Courthouse is among those slashing services in the wake of budget cuts.
Governor defends regents system
Gov. Mark Parkinson on Monday defended the state's system of supervising higher education in the wake of an audit that found numerous questionable financial dealings at Kansas State University.
KU at center of computer universe
School is host to international programming competition
KU and its Information and Telecommunication Technology Center played host - Friday through Monday - to the international championships for functional computer programmers.
Commuter Forecast for June 30, 2009
Tuesday will be a nice day for road work, meaning 5-10 minute delays could be in order.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Staying high and dry, but not for long
49 Morning Meteorologist Alex Harrington's 7-day forecast is not looking all that great for 4th of July festivities.