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Kansas National Guard soldiers from Clay Center scheduled to deploy to Egypt
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Kansas National Guard soldiers from Clay Center are scheduled to deploy to Egypt in a couple of weeks. Read story.
Old fashioned 4th of July in College Hill
Saturday, July 4, 2009
One neighborhood inTopeka celebrates the 4th of July not just as independence day but as a day to bring not only one small community but the entire nation together. Watch video.
New numbers show Topeka police making progress in fighting theft
Thursday, July 2, 2009
New numbers from Topeka police show they're making progress in fighting the most common crime in the city: theft. Read story.
Judge to take dismissal of Judd case under advisement
Thursday, July 2, 2009
After a 7-hour hearing, a judge must decide whether to drop charges against off-duty officer Jason Judd. Read story.
Missing child in Topeka reunited with mother
Thursday, July 2, 2009
A 5 year-old boy has been reunited with his mother. Read story.
Another Champion of Character recognized for community service
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
A person who dedicates her work and life to keeping Topeka and Shawnee County clean was recognized as a Champion of Character. Read story.
Safe Streets gaining national attention
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Topeka's Safe Streets Coalition is recognized around the United States. Read story.
Advocates fighting for victims of domestic violence
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
One in three women worldwide and 10 percent of Kansas women have reported being a victim of domestic or sexual violence. 49 News Community Reporter Jessica Drew explains how personal experiences are driving some adovcates, and when the state joined in to help. Watch video.
USD 501 school board says goodbye to Betty Horton
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
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. Watch video.
Historic North Topeka Neighborhood Improvement Association applied for grants to help the community
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
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. Watch video.
Hot weather means more firefighters per fire
Monday, June 29, 2009
3 departments called out this afternoon. Read story.
Ambulance rate increase for the severely obese
Monday, June 29, 2009
Overweight patients will pay more for ambulance service starting July 1st Watch video.
Food drive will benefit Topeka Rescue Mission
Monday, June 29, 2009
A food drive July 6 - 10 will benefit 16 rescue missions and food banks across the country, including the Topeka Rescue Mission. Read story.
Hydrogen locomotive hailed as an important first step
Monday, June 29, 2009
Locomotive has possibilities beyond the rails Watch video.
Court rejects Mo. appeal on funeral protest law
Monday, June 29, 2009
The Supreme Court has left in place a court order barring Missouri from enforcing a law limiting protests near funerals. Read story.
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