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Police ask for help solving robbery
Police are asking for the public's help in the investigation of one of a series of recent robberies.
State prepares for animal disease outbreak
Leaders from Kansas and Oklahoma are training for a possible foot and mouth disease outbreak. We found out why an outbreak could be so devastating-- and why this exercise is the only one in the United States.
Missing teen found at bank in Hiawatha, investigation continues
Marion County question both Tara Simhiser and Rojelio Hernandez
Withey out with knee injury
On KU's side of things, Bill Self announced today that center Jeff Withey would miss the next four to six weeks because of a knee injury.
KSU's Martin talks returnees
The Big 12 Men's basketball media day took place at the Sprint Center. KSU head coach Frank Martin took the microphone to talk about his highly rated recruiting class and the returnees.
Live at the RoadRunners with owner Stone
Sports Director Nic Hoch was live as the Topeka RoadRunners began a three game homestand with Albert Lea.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Chilly wind blows through the area
A chilly wind will be blowing tonight and Friday.
Local haunted houses give a spook
Looking for a good scare this Halloween? 49 News Manhattan Bureau Reporter Lindsey Elliott found some local haunted houses that will make you jump.
After school meeting brings out Kansas leaders
Kansas leaders are speaking out about the importance of after school programs.
Professinal Manhattan cowboy wins steer wrestling title
The Heartland ProRodeo Championship crowned Manhattan's Chancey Larson the steer wrestling title at the Waco, Texas competition.
Police need help locating mask and car
Police seek anybody who has found an article of clothing or a Halloween mask between the 2600 and 2800 block of Colorado to Michigan after Monday, October 19th
Brown Co. car accident kills Sabetha woman
A morning car crash ended in injury and death in Brown County.
ESU soccer team drops heartbreaker to Northwest Missouri
The Hornets lost an overtime thriller to Northwest Missouri.
Fort Riley ceremony welcomes troops home
3,800 soldiers return to Fort Riley after a year tour in Iraq.
Brownback announces Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act signed into law
U.S. Senator Sam Brownback today applauded the signing into law of the Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act. The legislation secures funding for veterans' health care one year in advance of the regular appropriations process.
Murphy-Bromelsick House in east Lawrence now open to students
A view of 19th century Kansas
About 30 third-graders from New York School made history on Wednesday.
K-State releases 2010 baseball schedule
Brad Hill's 2010 Wildcats have a 13-game homestand in March to highlight the schedule.
Bonaparte responds to zoo criticism
City Manager Norton Bonaparte, Jr issued the following statement regarding the recent USDA findings at the Topeka Zoo. Director Mike Coker supports Bonaparte's statements.
Statehouse Live: Douglas County DUI case going to Kansas Supreme Court
The Kansas Supreme Court is being asked by the Douglas County District Attorney's office to consider a driving under the influence case, saying that the matter could have statewide consequences.
Lawrence resident could serve remainder of drug sentence in halfway house
A Lawrence woman will likely serve the remainder of her federal prison sentence in a halfway house after she admitted to participating in a crack cocaine trafficking operation.
Both drivers in K-10 double fatality had about 3 times the legal limit of alcohol
Both drivers killed in a wrong-way crash last month on Kansas Highway 10 had about three times the legal amount of alcohol in their systems, according to Johnson County coroner reports released Thursday.
EPA launches Burn Wise campaign
EPA launches new compaign focused on the importance of proper wood burning...
Police seek help finding armed robbery duo
Topeka Police Department Detectives are attempting to identify an 18 to 24-year-old Black male driver of what was described as a 1989 to 1991 Champagne colored Cadillac Deville 4door. The vehicle and driver are believed to be involved in the armed robbery to the Easy Payday Advance store at 2620 SW 6th here in Topeka on October 19th.
Halloween Safety Tips from Safe Kids Kansas
Pedestrian Safety Awareness Essential for Kids on Dangerous Night of the Year
Halloween is supposed to be a spooky night, but parents don't have to be scared about their kids' safety if they follow some simple safety tips from Safe Kids Kansas.
Marion County Amber Alert girl safely found
The missing Marion County girl that was issued an Amber Alert Wednesday, Oct. 21, has been found in Hiawatha, Kan.
How to make the best Halloween mixtape
Two notes. That's all it took took for "Jaws"' soundtrack to send shivers down spines.
Kansas medical board's top staffer resigns
The executive director for the Kansas board that licenses and regulates doctors has resigned.
Roadrunners' rink goes pink
Fans of the Topeka RoadRunners may notice an unusual hue to the normal sheen of the rink at Thursday night's game.
EPA concerned about oxygen loss in 4 Kan. counties
The Environmental Protection Agency is advising residents in four Kansas counties to check their basements for oxygen depletion.
Topeka Zoo severly criticized in 2 reports
Two highly-critical reports found inadequate record keeping and lax veterinary care related to several animal deaths at the Topeka Zoo in the past two years.
Kan., Okla. plan joint livestock disease drill
Kansas and Oklahoma are preparing a joint exercise to test plans for responding to an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in livestock.
Kan. health department recognizes 10 water systems
Ten public water supply systems in Kansas are being awarded this year for going above and beyond federal safe drinking water standards.
Search still on for 17-year-old missing Marion girl
Investigators believe a missing Marion County teen is with a man who was seen in Riley County schools earlier this month posing as a potential transfer student.
Kansas City, Mo. - Kansas freshman center Jeff Withey will miss four to six weeks of practice after suffering a knee injury earlier this week in practice, KU coach Bill Self said at Thursday's Big 12
Kansas freshman center Jeff Withey will miss four to six weeks of practice after suffering a knee injury earlier this week in practice, KU coach Bill Self said at Thursday's Big 12 media day at the Sprint Center.
KDHE applies for federal grants to encourage doctors to switch to electronic records
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has applied for $9 million in federal grants to encourage physicians to switch patient records to computers.
49 Storm Team Forecast: Falling temperatures...
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Expect temperatures to plummet throughout the day as a cold front slides across the area.
Commuter Forecast for October 22, 2009
Expect wet roads and a few new lane changes and closures on the Kansas Turnpike on Thursday morning.