Hirsute display has historic roots

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

Find out when the use of human hair as an artistic medium became popular. Read story.

14 Geary County precincts add no votes in election

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

Find out why low vote counts in these precincts is not uncommon. Read story.

Beware of spam that scams, or it could end up costing you

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

Like the viruses that make people sick, computer viruses spread quickly, and your PC can get one from seemingly safe places. Tap into this story to learn about one current e-mail you need to be careful of. Read story.

Kline case costs state $475,000

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

What suit taxpayers will now be paying off and why a similar case is not likely to come up in Kansas anytime soon. Read story.

High electricity bills shocking to some

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

It's the middle of the summer and high electricity bills are breaking some people's wallets. 49 News Reporter Marshanna Hester explains how much one woman's electric bill increased and what she'll have to do to pay it. Read story.

Topeka couple indicted on charge of embezzling $2.6 million

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

A Topeka businessman and his wife are accused of embezzling more than $2.6 million from an Emporia manufacturer. What prosecutors say they did with all that money. Plus, read a statement from the company. Read story.

K-State Ag Today: Safe strategies for protecting rural homes from wildfire

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

The hot, dry summer months can often provide the perfect conditions for wildfires. In this edition of K-State Ag Today, Jeff Wichman tells us how prescribed burning practices may be helpful in a wildfire emergency. Watch video.

BBQ Queens to grace Emporia's Farmers Market

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

They sound like royalty, but, as visitors to Emporia's Farmers Market will learn, the BBQ queens are down-to-earth ladies who just so happen to be really great on the grill, or so people say. How you can decide for yourself if their cooking is any good. Watch video.

Natural gas fire destroys van in West Topeka

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

Some motorists traveling on 21st Street west of Gage Boulevard had to find an alternate route this morning after a van caught fire. A criminal case has been opened after investigators realized the van had been stolen. Tap into this story to see amazing video of the fire. Watch video.

Larned State Hospital escapee captured

Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008

Law enforcement have captured a 50-year-old convicted sex offender who escaped from Larned State Hospital. Find out how authorities believe he escaped. Read story.

Guessing on melting ice helps others

Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008

Slowly but surely, some folks in Raytown, Missouri are witnessing a snail-paced meltdown. Find out about this icy way to help families in need. Watch video.

Hit-and-run lands two in jail

Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008

Find out who was charged in the injuring of a 13-year-old on a bicycle. Read story.

Investigation into Larned State Hospital escape continues

Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008

Find out how law enforcement officials think Perry Isley got out. Read story.

Human error to blame for more than 4,000 primary votes counted late

Outcome of Shawnee County primary elections not affected

Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008

Late Wednesday afternoon, Shawnee County Election Commissioner Elizabeth Ensley tried to explain what went wrong that led to votes not being counted on primary night. 49 News Reporter Marshanna Hester explains what happened. Watch video.

Post-primary notes of interest

Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008

Learn what recounts cost candidates and when campaign signs will be coming down. Watch video.