Photo galleries
Governor Mark Parkinson Web Chat
Gallery posted June 25, 2009
Governor Mark Parkinson answers questions in a 49 News web chat with viewers on June 25, 2009.
Training in Salina
Gallery posted June 23, 2009
Blackhawk helicopters carry soldiers to training in Salina, KS.
Severe Weather Photos
Gallery posted June 17, 2009
Submitted by the Keller family, taken 3 miles north of Home, Kan.
Emporia State Weight Room Plans
Gallery posted June 17, 2009
Emporia State's weight room "blueprint."
Restoring power to Lyon-Coffey Electric Cooperative
Gallery posted June 17, 2009
Crews work to restore power to Lyon-Coffey Electric Cooperative.
Firekeeper Golf Course
Gallery posted June 15, 2009
Firekeeper is set to open mid-summer 2010. PGA Tour Member Notah Begay III is the course's designer.
Live in the Lot in Emporia
Gallery posted June 13, 2009
Photos from Live in the Lot in Emporia, 2009.
La Petite Academy tours 49 News
Gallery posted June 8, 2009
Children from La Petite Academy tour 49 News Monday, June 8, 2009.
Severe Weather, Sunday, June 7, 2009
Gallery posted June 8, 2009
Severe weather strikes Northeast Kansas on Sunday, June 7, 2009.
FCCCCC Visits 49 News
Gallery posted June 2, 2009
Children with First Christian Church Child Care Center tours the 49 News Studio.
Scott Roeder Yearbook Photos
Gallery posted June 1, 2009
Here are photos of Scott Roeder during his senior year at Topeka High in 1976.
Vigils held in Lawrence, Wichita for George Tiller
Gallery posted May 31, 2009
Hundreds gathered in Wichita and more than 100 people gathered in Lawrence for vigils to remember George Tiller, who was shot to death outside his church Sunday morning.
George Tiller shot to death
Gallery posted May 31, 2009
Controversial late-term abortion provider George Tiller was shot to death outside his Wichita church Sunday morning.
Flooding near Americus on Friday, May 8, 2009.
Gallery posted May 8, 2009
Flooding near Americus on Friday, May 8, 2009.
St. George Elementary students visit KTKA
Gallery posted May 7, 2009
St. George Elementary students visit KTKA 49 ABC.
Police investigate body on KU campus
Gallery posted April 24, 2009
Kansas University police investigate an unidentified body outside of Watkins Scholarship Hall, 1506 Lilac Lane, on the KU Campus Friday, April 24, 2009.
Touch A Truck
Gallery posted April 6, 2009
Tiny Topekans get a first-hand look at the 49 Storm Tracker.
Winter's Last Gasp Weather Photos
Gallery posted March 27, 2009
A collection of weather photos as a winter storm hits Kansas.
KU releases drawings of proposed Olympic Sports Village
Gallery posted March 25, 2009
As part of an athletic certification process, KU on Monday released documents, plans and drawings its accumulated over the past 10 years. Among the documents released were a 2008 plan for an Olympic Sports Village near where the baseball and softball fields are currently located. These photos were in that plan.
Fury of the Plains Live in Manhattan, KS
Gallery posted March 11, 2009
Fury of the Plains, live from the Manhattan Town Center Mall in Manhattan, Kansas.
Obama supporters celebrate election locally
Gallery posted Jan. 16, 2009
Not all of Obama's supporters will be able to go to Washington to watch the inauguration. Some will stay in Lawrence and celebrate, much like they did after his electoral victory.
Your Heroes
Gallery posted Dec. 23, 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/.
Jolliffe Hall Renovation
Gallery posted Nov. 25, 2008
View pictures of what the building was and what it will be.
Ted Lawyer copes with PTSD
Gallery posted Nov. 11, 2008
Since returning home from Iraq in October 2006, Kansas Army National Guard 1st Sgt. Ted Lawyer was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. Now, he and his wife, Gwen Lawyer, are readjusting to Ted's changed personality.
Ted Lawyer's millitary career timeline
Gallery posted Nov. 11, 2008
Kansas Army National Guard 1st Sgt. Ted Lawyer has spent nearly all of his adult life serving in the United States military. Out of high school he served with the U.S. Navy in Vietnam. He then served in the Navy Reserves, U.S. Air Force Reserves, Missouri Army National Guard, Kansas Army National Guard and then in Iraq for the National Guard.
Vandalism at the KTKA 49 ABC building
Gallery posted Nov. 5, 2008
This vandalism occurred shortly after midnight Nov. 5, 2008.
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.
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.
KSU vs. Oklahoma
Gallery posted March 3, 2007
The Wildcats' final game of the regular season. Mar 2007
New Fort Riley hardware
Gallery posted March 3, 2007
Catch a small glimpse of where some of our tax dollars have gone.
Bull Dog Brigade deploys
Gallery posted Feb. 23, 2007
The 70th Engineer Battalion is headed to Afghanistan for a one-year tour of duty.
St. David's Church
Gallery posted Feb. 21, 2007
Instead of demolishing the St. David's Episcopal Church with big machines, crews have to do much of it manually. The workers took down the roof of the chapel today.
1st Infantry Division Deployment Ceremony
Gallery posted Jan. 25, 2007
49's Manhattan Bureau Chief Jamie Oberg was there to record the event.
Brownback's official annoucement
Gallery posted Jan. 20, 2007
Sen. Sam Brownback and hundreds of supporters began Brownback and his family's journey to the White House in Topeka January 20 at Heritage Hall.
Christmas at the Overbrook Post Office
Gallery posted Dec. 1, 2006
Postal workers like the ones at the small Overbrook Post Office step up to the plate on the holidays and do a little extra to make the holidays nice for customers' holiday shipping demands.
Auditioning for "The Bachelor"
Gallery posted Nov. 27, 2006
Even as the regular season for ABC's popular show "The Bachelor" is wrapping up, producers have come to Topeka to audition hopefuls for next season.
Black Friday Shoppers
Gallery posted Nov. 24, 2006
Read stories from the shoppers who experienced one of the busiest shopping days of the year.
Beyond Bars
Gallery posted Nov. 21, 2006
These women and their daughters have benefited from a special program offered through the Girl Scouts.
All Veterans Memorial
Gallery posted Nov. 11, 2006
Pictures of the new memorial dedicated on Nov 11th, 2006
Roadside Memorials
Gallery posted Nov. 6, 2006
From the ornate to the simple, roadside memorials are located all over the highways and byways of Kansas.
Sidelines and Stands
Gallery posted Oct. 27, 2006
Washburn Rural final home game against Lawrence Free State
Sidelines and stands
Gallery posted Oct. 20, 2006
49 Sports game of the week Royal Valley versus Hayden.
Sidelines and Stands
Gallery posted Oct. 13, 2006
A view from stands and the sidelines; what it takes to keep the football teams pumped up to play.
Brickyard Barn Inn Flood
Gallery posted Oct. 1, 2006
See pictures of the flood damage at the Brickyard Barn Inn.
Amber Alert Suspect
Gallery posted Sept. 16, 2006
Robert M Roe, 23, is 6" 1" and 165 lbs., with brown hair and hazel eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a gray t-shirt.
Liberty Garden photo gallery
Gallery posted Sept. 11, 2006
Students worked for about three days to make Liberty Garden at 21st and Randolph a little more patriotic.
Katrina Relief and Recovery
Gallery posted Aug. 28, 2006
Kansas National Guardsmen helped out during clean-up and recovery efforts following Hurricane Katrina. <em>Photos from 102nd Military History Detachment</em>
Tara Balch, victim of domestic abuse
Gallery posted Aug. 24, 2006
Tara Balch, of Topeka, spoke out about the abuse she suffered to help prevent the same thing from happening to others. Her photos include her injuries, some of which may be disturbing.
Rainbow
Gallery posted Aug. 10, 2006
After Topeka was showered with rain Thursday afternoon, a rainbow was created over Fairlawn Plaza right outside of the 49 News building located at 2121 SW Chelsea.
Topeka Boulevard Bridge
Gallery posted Aug. 9, 2006
A 500-foot span of the Topeka Boulevard Bridge was demolished Wednesday to make way for a $48-million new construction project. <em>Photos by Andrei Firtich, 49 News</em>
100 Years of Baha'i
Gallery posted July 18, 2006
These photos date back to the early years of the Baha'i religion in Topeka. The Baha'is will celebrate 100 years of their faith August 5.
Fiesta Mexicana
Gallery posted July 12, 2006
“Raices de Nuestra Juventud.” “Roots of Our Youth” is the Fiesta Mexicana 2006 theme celebrating 73 Years of Fiesta in the Topeka community. Fiesta Mexicana is scheduled for July 11-15, 2006. The event is full of family activites, dancing, food and fun.
Big Red One leaves Germany
Gallery posted July 6, 2006
A ceremony marking the move of the First Infantry Division from Germany to Fort Riley was held Thursday in Germany. The division, known as the Big Red One, will fold its flag at its German headquarters in Wuerzburg.
Suspect composite of Riley County robber
Gallery posted June 27, 2006
The Riley County Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a suspect in two robberies at local pharmacies. Victims at those pharmacies provided police with descriptions of the suspect, which allowed police to make these digital composite images. If you have information on the robberies, call police at (785) 537-2112.
Interstate Congestion
Gallery posted June 20, 2006
According to a report released by a non-profit group, a stretch of highway that runs right through Topeka, I-70 from Wanamaker to Gage, is one of the most congested in the state. However, securing funds for a widening project that could ease congestion is a long way off.
Highway 50 Fatality Accident
Gallery posted June 19, 2006
Two semi trucks collided head-on near Strong City in Chase County, killing two drivers. The trucks burst into flames upon impact. Here's what remains.
Shelf Cloud Approaches
Gallery posted June 17, 2006
View exclusive photographs of a shelf cloud, a cloud seen in some thunderstorms, approaching Topeka on Saturday June 17, 2006.
National Teachers Hall of Fame
Gallery posted June 10, 2006
Photos and biographies of the 2006 inductees to the National Teachers Hall of Fame.
Prairie Band Pottawatomie Nation's Memorial Day ceremonies
Gallery posted May 28, 2006
Nearly 100 people helped unfold a giant flag weighing nearly 4,000 pounds Sunday at Memorial Day ceremonies in Pottawatomie County at Prairie People's State Park.
Flowers at Toad Hollow Daylily & Iris Farm
Gallery posted May 19, 2006
49 Reporter Dana Davis takes a look at the flowers currently in bloom at the Emporia flower farm. If you can't make it out to Toad Hollow Daylily & Iris Farm, then take a few seconds to enjoy the beautiful flowers in this photo gallery. Sorry, smells not available.
Mt. Calvary Cemetery Memorial
Gallery posted May 15, 2006
A memorial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Topeka honors four women of a group, Mariachi Estrella, who died the night of July 17, 1981 after the skywalks collapsed at Kansas City's Hyatt Regency Hotel.
Lawrence Shooting
Gallery posted May 14, 2006
Police responded to shots fired at the Lawrence nightclub Last Call early Sunday morning.
Smoking in Lawrence
Gallery posted May 8, 2006
In July 2004, Lawrence became one Kansas city to prohibit smoking in virtually all workplaces. Since its inception, few Lawrence bar owners and managers have reported no problems relating to the smoking ban. The following pictures were taken outside a Lawrence bar, It’s Brothers Bar & Grill, 1105 Massachusetts St., where there is no smoking porch, forcing smokers to venture out the front door of the bar to light up.
Military Ironman Competition
Gallery posted May 4, 2006
KSU ROTC Cadets participated in the 13th annual Military Ironman Compeition April 22. The cadets were chosen because of their performance in other top military skills competitions.
Deteriorating Topeka streets
Gallery posted May 3, 2006
Streets, sidewalks and gutters are just some of the areas that need repair around Topeka. Nearly $3 million will go toward various jobs throughout the city.
Marysville Makeover
Gallery posted May 1, 2006
Downtown Marysville is being reshaped with the removal of Union Pacific's mainline. The transformation will go from abandoned track to a new multi-million dollar overpass.
Old Stone House
Gallery posted April 27, 2006
The Old Stone House Along the Oregon Trial, 6033 SE Hwy. 40
Big Tent Coalition Rally at the Statehouse
Gallery posted April 26, 2006
More than 100 people gathered at the Statehouse to discuss their feelings about services for the disabled, poor and elderly. Several members of the Big Tent Coalitions spoke, as did a few politicians.
49 Friends
Gallery posted April 25, 2006
Students and community members get a behind-the-scenes look at our 49 News Operation
Fun with Masks
Gallery posted April 19, 2006
Joe Sutcliffe's masks on display at PT's Coffee through the end of April are colorful and detailed. 49 News had some of the masks on the set of Good Morning Kansas. See the man behind the faces and what fun Dana Davis and Blake Smith had behind masks.
Cheney at Fort Riley
Gallery posted April 19, 2006
Vice President Dick Cheney rallied the troops at Fort Riley Tuesday. Photos from Fort Riley Public Affairs Office.
Rick Springfield Concert
Gallery posted April 17, 2006
And 49 News got up close and personel with teen idol, Rick Springfield. 49 Anchors headed to Osage City on April 14 for the Springfield concert at Jones Park.
Fishing Forecast
Gallery posted April 13, 2006
Watch Good Morning Kansas to see what's biting at area lakes. This new feature will highlight how good or bad the fishing is for different types of fish. The Fishing Forecast started airing April 12. Here are two forecasts for you fishermen and women.
Hurricane Katrina devastation
Gallery posted April 10, 2006
Nick Woolery and about 70 other Washburn University students took their spring break to help out Hurricane Katrina survivors. They spent seven days cleaning up several homes that have been untouched since the hurricane tore through the area August 29. Here are photos of some of the damage and of the group helping out.
Fatal Car Accident
Gallery posted April 8, 2006
One person died and one person was injured in a car accident in Jefferson County early Saturday morning.
'66 Tornado
Gallery posted April 4, 2006
2006 marks the 40th anniversary of the 1966 tornado that ripped through Topeka. Here are some photos of the tornado's destruction at Washburn University.
School bus accident
Gallery posted March 29, 2006
Ten children and one adult were taken to the hospital after a car collided with a school bus at 7:10 a.m. Wednesday morning. A 49 News reporter, as well as two Topeka residents, were at the scene, where the following photos were taken.
Virtual Tour of OZ Museum
Gallery posted March 28, 2006
OZ Museum in Wamego displays a memorabilia and artifacts of Dorothy, Toto and her friends. Here are just a few of the items you can see at the OZ Museum.
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Gallery posted March 17, 2006
City of Topeka celebrated St. Patrick's Day with a parade downtown. The parade featured Governor Kathleen Sebelius, Baby Jay and members from the 49 News Team.
Big 12 Tournament
Gallery posted March 13, 2006
Two days, two thrilling vitories for the Jayhawks. Kansas won against Nebraska, 79-65, Saturday and then avenged its loss to Texas with a 80-68 victory Sunday. The Big 12 Tournament wrapped up Sunday in Dallas.
Big 12 Sunflower Showdown
Gallery posted March 8, 2006
The following pictures were taken during the men's game between KU and K-State in Manhattan on Saturday, March 3. Although K-State won the first meeting between the two teams, 59-55, KU would get the victory this time, 66-52. All photos were taken by 49 News Photographer <a href="http://www.49abcnews.com/staff/chris_bryant/">Chris Bryant</a>.
Accident photos
Gallery posted March 7, 2006
Photos are from an accident that occurred at 11:40 a.m. Tuesday morning at the intersection of Huntoon and Lane. Four people were hospitalized. None of the injuries were considered life-threatening.
The Mystical Arts of Tibet
Gallery posted March 3, 2006
The Tibetan Monks are conducting a sand painting ceremony that has been in their culture for 2,500 years. The painting took three days for the monks to complete and was made for the prosperity of the student union, which celebrated its 50th birthday this year. The closing ceremony saw the monks brush away the sand painting to demonstrate the impermanence of all things. Afterwards, the sand was given to people who observed the ceremony and then a small bowl of sand was poured off a bridge into a small campus stream. All of the photos were taken by <a href="http://www.mmhood.com/">Mark Hood</a> on March 3, 2006 in the Student Union at Kansas State University in Manhattan.
Max Falkenstien
Gallery posted March 2, 2006
During his 60 years announcing basketball and football games at KU, Max Falkenstien became the "Voice of the Jayhawks."
