Photo galleries
Katherine Cook's life moves on
Gallery posted Oct. 10, 2008
With the help of family members and therapists 5-year-old Katherine Cook is recovering from a gunshot wound. Her days are full with kindergarten and physical therapy sessions.
Your Heroes
Gallery posted Oct. 7, 2008
If you have served in the military or know someone who has, submit your story to 49 News for broadcast on 49 News at 6 and 10 and publication online. To submit your hero's story, go to http://www.49abcnews.com/photos/galleries/.
Police close off 21st and Adams
Gallery posted Oct. 7, 2008
These cell phone pictures were sent in by 49 News staffers at the scene. Police have surrounded a home at 2112 SE Adams St.
Basking in Renovated Glory
Gallery posted Oct. 3, 2008
Get a peek at the old but improved Granada Theatre in Emporia.
49 News Team embeds with National Guard members in New Orleans
Gallery posted Sept. 18, 2008
View photos from the news team's trip to Louisiana shortly after Hurricane Gustav blew through.
Images of Ike
Gallery posted Sept. 17, 2008
Three Black Hawk helicopters and their crews from the 108th Aviation Battalion have been sent to help out in the aftermath of Hurricane Ike. View some of the pictures crew members took on September 16 while working missions around Galveston Island, Bolivar Peninsula and Crystal Beach.
From Topeka to Iraq
Gallery posted Aug. 25, 2008
Army mom Amy Cantrell spearheaded a campaign to send 600 small cars to Iraq. Cantrell's son, Nick, is serving in Sadr City, where he and soldiers in his unit handed out toys to Iraqi children. Photos courtesy of Cantrell.
Budgeting bride gets married
Gallery posted Aug. 25, 2008
49 News has followed Egypt Walker through her wedding planning day. Despite being given a $10,000 budget from her parents, Egypt and her groom, Jeremy Gaston, only spent $2,500.
Fort Riley Desert Training: Day 4
Gallery posted July 16, 2008
Soldiers in transition face a mass casualty environment.
Fort Riley Desert Training: Day 3
Gallery posted July 15, 2008
See more of what 49 News' Ben Bauman and Justin Schmidt got themselves into on Day 3.
Fort Riley desert training: Day 2
Gallery posted July 14, 2008
49 News Anchor Ben Bauman and Photojournalist Justin Schmidt arrive at Fort Irwin.
Do you know any of these people?
Gallery posted June 26, 2008
If you can identify any of the people in these ten pictures, please call Detective Brian Hill at 368-9400.
Chapman Tornado Damage
Gallery posted June 17, 2008
The night of Wednesday, June 11, was a destructive and deadly one for the small Dickenson County town of Chapman. Have a look at the damage in these photos sent in to 49 News.
K-State campus' damage on June 12, 2008
Gallery posted June 12, 2008
These pictures were taken following the June 12, 2008 tornado that swept through Manhattan.
Manhattan Tornado, 6-11-08
Gallery posted June 12, 2008
Severe weather brought damage to Manhattan Wednesday night. Viewers sent in some great pictures. Take a look.
Manhattan hail damage - Submitted photos
Gallery posted June 2, 2008
These photos were sent in via cell phone by Amanda Miller, of White City, whose husband's vehicle was damaged by the hail. Photos taken in Manhattan and Fort Riley.
Arrow Trash flap in Manhattan
Gallery posted May 6, 2008
Manhattan resident Amy Adams photographed these trash trucks as they drove through her neighborhood picking up month-old trash today. They used Ryder trucks, as pictured, because Arrow Trash trucks were down, garbage men said.
Raising a stink in Manhattan
Gallery posted May 3, 2008
Arrow Trash Service hasn't picked up trash in three weeks in Manhattan, leaving garbage and customers raising a stink.
Baby Miriam
Gallery posted May 1, 2008
Miriam and her mother, Rasha, have travelled to Jordan with the help of many who want to see this little girl live a normal, healthy life. Check out these pictures of Miriam, here mom and her new friends.
Peter Pan Park
Gallery posted April 30, 2008
A community comes together to replace an old, small and out-of-date playground with new fun. Take a look at community teamwork in action.
Seeing Green at WRHS
Gallery posted April 23, 2008
The impressive efforts of Washburn Rural High School are evident in this photo gallery. 49 Intern Paige Stonerock is responsible for the photos and captions. Enjoy!
NCAA National Basketball Champions on parade in Lawrence, Kansas
Gallery posted April 13, 2008
The victorious Jayhawks are treated to a parade featuring coaching staff, the KU chancellor, the pep band and oh, about 100,000 chilly, but spirited fans.
Kansas fans welcome National Champs home to Kansas
Gallery posted April 8, 2008
Forbes Field was packed with Jayhawk fans who waited hours to see the team and attend a brief ceremony in the terminal before the Jayhawks take off for yet another ceremony in Lawrence.
Kansas' 2008 National Championship Victory Celebration
Gallery posted April 8, 2008
Fans erupt in Downtown Lawrence after the Jayhawks clinch the win over the Tigers. Photos taken by Lawrence Journal-World photographers.
Topeka Police helicopter crash clean up
Gallery posted April 7, 2008
Watch the crews as they disassemble and haul off the remains of the Topeka Police helicopter which crashed April 5. Photos by Brenda Culbertson.
2008 Kansas Final Four appearance
Gallery posted April 5, 2008
View game photos from the matchup between Kansas and North Carolina taken by Lawrence Journal-World photographers.
KU vs. Davidson: NCAA Regional Victory Celebration
Gallery posted March 30, 2008
See player and fan reaction to the Jayhawks' victory over the Wildcats in March 30, 2008 in Detroit.
Oprah's Big Give: Scranton-Ray Santin
Gallery posted March 19, 2008
After aspirations of being a professional athlete, a car accident left Ray Santin confined to a wheelchair as a quadriplegic. Thanks to the community and Oprah's Big Give, life is looking up for Ray and his family.
Oprah's Big Give: Topeka-Raymond Beard
Gallery posted March 18, 2008
What goes around, comes around. Central Park neighborhood resident Raymond Beard has always had a helping hand for his neighbors. Now, he's getting some help from Oprah's Big Give and his neighbors to fix up his house.
Oprah's Big Give: Topeka-Nancy Lawrence
Gallery posted March 18, 2008
Nancy had no problem keeping her house up until health problems left her unable. Gradually, the condition of the house declined. See somre of the problems that Oprah's Big Give will help to solve for Nancy.
St. Patrick's Day Parade, 2008
Gallery posted March 17, 2008
Get a glimpse of all the "Irish folks-for-a-day" that crowded a soggy downtown Topeka parade route to celebrate.
Topeka alleyways in disrepair
Gallery posted March 6, 2008
Pictures of alleyways between Clay and Buchanan and 12th and Munson show signs of deterioration. Photo submitted by Patrick DeLapp.
Something rotten in the Little Apple
Gallery posted Jan. 10, 2008
Conditions at 1428 Beechwood Terrace, Apt. 7 Manhattan, are foul since a sewage backup. This photo gallery speaks for itself.
December, 2007 Thaw
Gallery posted Dec. 13, 2007
Once again, 49 News' intrepid graphic designer hit the streets of the Capital City to photograph those places he visited two nights prior. Enjoy these photographs of the great thaw!
Daylight Photos of Ice Storm, Dec. 2007
Gallery posted Dec. 11, 2007
49 News Photographer Andrei Firtich walked around Topeka to capture the beauty of this ice storm. See for yourself how ice formed on wires, fences and statues. Pictures are mainly of Downtown Topeka and the Statehouse.
Ice Storm, December, 2007
Gallery posted Dec. 11, 2007
Along with the danger of an ice storm comes a beauty that can take your breath away. 49 News graphic artist Andrei Firtich grabbed his camera Monday night and captured some of the gentler sights of the December 10th ice storm. Enjoy the viewing.
Another House from Heaven
Gallery posted Nov. 28, 2007
Built in 1886, transformed into apartments, and then bought in 1996 for $10,000, it took $50,000 to bring this Holliday Park house to its heavenly status. Take a peek.
House from Heaven
Gallery posted Nov. 26, 2007
Bought in 1988 for $38,000, this house was rehabilitated into a great place to live, and serves as a shining example to the Holliday Park neighborhood.
Mara the Hippo comes to Topeka
Gallery posted Nov. 20, 2007
Mara, a 4-year-old female Nile hippopotamus, has taken up residence at the Topeka Zoo. She's very photogenic, to which these pictures will attest.
KU vs. Iowa State
Gallery posted Nov. 17, 2007
The Kansas Jayhawks routed the Iowa State Cyclones on Nov. 17 at Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kan. For photos from the game, check out our <a href="http://www.49abcnews.com/photos/galleries/2007/nov/17/ku_vs_iowa_state/">photo gallery</a>.
Capital City Christmas
Gallery posted Nov. 17, 2007
The holidays are approaching quickly. The following gallery shows pictures of decorations in and around the Capital City.
A Deadly Year
Gallery posted Nov. 16, 2007
The recent death of an Emporia soldier makes this the deadliest year for Kansans serving in Iraq. 12 soldiers from Kansas have died in war. See some of the faces of these fallen heroes.
KU vs. Oklahoma State
Gallery posted Nov. 10, 2007
Kansas continued its undefeated season Saturday Nov. 10 against the Oklahoma State Cowboys. <em>All photos are courtesy of KU Sports Information</em>
Honoring an Elder Veteran
Gallery posted Nov. 9, 2007
Frank Bozick was recognized Thursday during the annual Frontenac school district's Veterans Day program as the oldest living veteran in Kansas. View this photo gallery of the ceremony.
Houses from Hell Photo Gallery
Gallery posted Nov. 4, 2007
Some Topeka residents are fed up with their rental company. Look at our photo gallery for pictures of these Houses from Hell.
KU vs. Nebraska
Gallery posted Nov. 3, 2007
The Kansas Jayhawks sailed past the Nebraska Cornhuskers 76-39 Nov. 3. Check out the photo gallery for pictures from the Jayhawks' big victory.
Malloween, 2007
Gallery posted Oct. 31, 2007
For the second year, KTKA 49 News was pleased to sponsor Malloween at the West Ridge Mall. Enjoy this photo gallery of some of the young visitors who came to see us.
Pumpking carving contest pictures
Gallery posted Oct. 28, 2007
The public was invited to the Memorial Union lawn Sunday Oct. 28 for a pumpkin carving contest. The event lasted from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
KU versus Baylor
Gallery posted Oct. 13, 2007
KU defeated Baylor 58-10 Saturday at Memorial Stadium in Lawrence. Check our photo gallery for pictures from the game. <em>All photos are courtesy of KU Sports Information</em>.
Zebra Mussels
Gallery posted Oct. 10, 2007
You can call them the roaches of the water. They multiply quickly, they're a nuisance and they are virtually impossible to get rid of. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks classifies Zebra Mussels as an Aquatic Nuisance Species, and they definitely live up to that.
ATA Taekwondo Child Safety Seminar
Gallery posted Sept. 29, 2007
ATA shows kids how to protect themselves against child predators. Photos by 49 News Graphic Designer Andrei Firtich
Race Against Breast Cancer
Gallery posted Sept. 29, 2007
Our own sports director Nick Griffith joined the fun. Photos by 49 news Graphic Designer Andrei Firtich
Indian Hill Elementary Pancake Breakfast
Gallery posted Sept. 29, 2007
2007 Indian Hill Elementary Pancake Breakfast Featuring 49 Chief Meteorologist Matt Miller. Shot by 49 News Graphic Designer Andrei Firtich.
Code Violations Virtual Tour
Gallery posted Sept. 14, 2007
These houses, part of 49 News' Houses from Hell series, were examined during a code violation tour. 49 News rode along with code inspectors, city officials and members of the Old Town and Central Topeka Neighborhood Improvement Associations.
Preserving the Past
Gallery posted Sept. 4, 2007
K-State professor Elliott Pujol has turned his old truck into a piece of art. Get a glimpse of crews moving the truck into the Beach Museum by crane.
Fallen Heros
Gallery posted Aug. 30, 2007
Fort Riley honored five of their own on August 30. Here are the faces to put with the names.
Recalled Weather Radios
Gallery posted Aug. 30, 2007
These Weather Radios have been recalled. Please contact the manufacturer, <a href="http://www2.oregonscientific.com/recall_front.asp">Oregon Scientific</a>.
Honoring a Hero
Gallery posted Aug. 20, 2007
Services honoring Capt. Tony Cox of the Topeka Fire Department were held Monday, August 20. Here are some images captured by members of the 49 News staff.
Greensburg photos
Gallery posted Aug. 16, 2007
Greensburg residents have been living in FEMA trailers for about three months now. A tornado flattened their town May 4. See what their community of trailers look like and view some of the damage in this photo gallery. Photos by Melissa Martz.
Maple Hill Bridge
Gallery posted Aug. 15, 2007
The view is of Maple Hill Bridge at about 4 p.m. Wednesday. In one of the photos you can see the boats start their search of the banks of the Kansas River.
Search for Robert Glen Bennett
Gallery posted Aug. 10, 2007
Authorities in Washington County are searching for an Alabama man who went missing after experiencing car problems there. They say the man may have drowned in Mill Creek.
Individual of Interest
Gallery posted Aug. 7, 2007
If you recognize the man in these photos, please call 368-9423 or 234-0007.
Boating accident
Gallery posted Aug. 6, 2007
A canoe trip on the Kansas River turned deadly. Fishermen were able to pull two boaters out of the rushing waters after their canoes capsized on the Kansas River at about 11 p.m. Sunday. The other two are presumed dead.
1965 Melan Bridge collapse
Gallery posted Aug. 2, 2007
The Melan Bridge came tumbling down in Topeka in July 1965. The Melan Bridge, which is no longer, spanned the Kansas River and was heavily used as the Kansas Avenue Bridge was being built.
Combative Training
Gallery posted July 13, 2007
49 Manhattan Bureau Reporter Jamie Oberg attended a Fort Riley Combative Training exercise for female soldiers about to deploy to Iraq. The soldiers said sexual attacks do happen in the combat zone, but women who fight back are less often victims. Photos by Jamie Oberg.
Rebecca Sutterby's Creations
Gallery posted July 10, 2007
The owner of Sugar Creations shows off her work each month on Good Morning Kansas. This morning she brought a wedding cake that our morning anchors found too appetizing to pass up.
Sacrifice and Survival
Gallery posted July 5, 2007
Photos from Spc. Nathan Gray, who deployed with the 2nd 130th Field Artillery Unit of the Kansas National Guard in January of 2004.
Weather Photo Gallery
Gallery posted July 4, 2007
We often receive some terrific weather photos from our viewers that should be shared. One of the lovely perks of living in Kansas is that the weather is dramatic, and there are talented photographers out there who capture the drama.
Ottawa flooding
Gallery posted July 2, 2007
Ottawa in Franklin County received more than 10 inches of rain in three days. The Marais Des Cygnes River is flooding into town. Photos by Teresa Lewis
Pets available for adoption
Gallery posted July 2, 2007
Check out these pets, who made an appearance on 49's Good Morning Kansas.
2007 National Teachers Hall of Fame Inductees
Gallery posted June 15, 2007
The National Teachers Hall of Fame was founded in Emporia, Kan. in 1989 to honor elementary and secondary teachers -- and the teaching profession through a recognition program and museum. Nominees must be certified public or non-public schoolteachers, active or retired, with at least 20 years of experience in teaching grades pre K-12.
Houses From Hell
Gallery posted May 23, 2007
Throughout May, 49 Anchor Liz Zamora has been reporting on the problem of urban blight in Topeka. Take a look at this photo gallery to see how bad it is in some areas. These are photos of houses that you, the community, called in to report.
Severe Flooding [05-07-07]
Gallery posted May 7, 2007
These photos were taken in the morning of May 7, 2007 by various community members and 49's staffers. Topeka was hardest hit.
Mock-crash conducted by Riley County emergency crews
Gallery posted April 27, 2007
Riley County Emergency crews and Students Against Destructive Decisions from Manhattan H.S. West Campus teamed up to show what can happen in a drunk-driving accident.
Osage County fatality accident
Gallery posted April 27, 2007
Photos courtesy of <a href="http://www.ocherald.com/">The Osage County Herald-Chronicle</a>.
Earth Day Fair
Gallery posted April 20, 2007
Features of this year's Earth Day Fair at the Statehouse included drive-up collections of e-waste, drop off stations for recyclable items, "green" automobiles from local car dealerships, live entertainment from the Washburn Rural High School marching band and a speech by Kansas Department of Health and Environment Secretary Rod Bremby.
Top Man for Transition Teams Visits
Gallery posted March 30, 2007
General Dana Pittard was back at Fort Riley, making sure trainers are doing life-saving exercises right.
Kansas defeats So. Illinois in Sweet 16
Gallery posted March 22, 2007
It was a physically defensive game between the Jayhawks and the Salukis. The 'Hawks saw their biggest lead at 10-2 only five minutes into the game. The possessions were hard to get. Rush led the Jayhawks in scoring with 12 points. It 59-58 KU with under a minute to go, and the Jayhawks were able to move on.
View Jim Richardson's work
Gallery posted March 20, 2007
Kansas Native Jim Richardson has worked for about a year on a portfolio of beautiful Flint Hills photographs. These are featured in the April 2007 issue of National Geographic.
Topeka St. Patty's Day Parade
Gallery posted March 17, 2007
It's your lucky day! 49 Photographer Andrei Firtich has captured all the fun and festivities of Topeka's largest parade of the year!
In-Fighting Amongst the Troops
Gallery posted March 9, 2007
It's called Modern Army Combatives Program. It looks and feels brutal, but it may save a soldier's life.
Kickapoo Tribe fire
Gallery posted March 9, 2007
The Kickapoo Tribe Farm and Ranch lost $500,000 in machinery and property in what is believed to be an arson fire March 6 and March 7.