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October 10, 2008
Posted Friday, Oct. 10, 2008
Teens might not know what the Dow is, but they do know there's trouble. Find out why parents need to be specific with their kids about their own economic fears. Plus, learn how neighbors in Old Historic Town won't let broken glass break their community spirit. A violent roller-coaster for Wall Street today, but the finish was the best showing in seven days. A mother's son was held at gunpoint during a home invasion, and now the district attorney isn't filing charges. A small but passionate group in Wichita wants changes in Kansas DUI laws. For pet lovers, it's a sad reality that one in four dogs dies of cancer. Find out what work is being done in our area to save more of those dogs. In weather, punts and passes will be a bit tricky for Friday night football games thanks to a stiff southeast breeze. Vets were treated to good food and good stories today.
October 9, 2008
Posted Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008
In a story you'll see only on 49 News, hear from the victim of a home invasion who fought back. Learn why he says he'd do it again, even if that meant losing his own life. Plus, a lesson learned last Christmas has one charity changing focus this year. Find out who they're targeting and why they might not be able to help some families hit hard by the economy. And, if you think the credit crisis hasn't hit your household yet,just look at your credit card statement. Learn why some credit card companies are lowering your credit limit without you ever knowing it. Police at KU are busy because of an increase in car break-ins across campus. There will be no school tomorrow at Topeka Collegiate because of a water main break. Some people living in Greensburg could become homeless again. Gas prices just keep on dropping in Topeka.
October 8, 2008
Posted Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008
We're asking questions tonight after the state got it wrong on Adequate Yearly Progress. learn why three Topeka schools mistakenly thought they had made AYP, and what's being done to keep that mistake from happening again. Plus, a non-profit agency that helps children may have to move. Find out why they're so reluctant to find a new place. And, October snowstorms are rare, but they can happen in Kansas. Getting your car ready now could save you money. Learn the number one overlooked task when winterizing your ride. Goodyear has announced a one-week shutdown of part of its Topeka plant. A large house fire kept firefighters busy late last night into this morning. An amusement park ride made by a Kansas company has been recalled. Does the Wall Street drop mean for you and your money and do you need to make any changes? In weather, clear and cool tonight with a low in the middle 40s. Free State High School students got a British perspective on politics.
October 7, 2008
Posted Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008
Learn how cleaning up code violations is making a comeback in one Topeka neighborhood. Plus, Americans aren't the only ones tuning into the presidential debates. Find out who else is following the race and what they have to say about this historic election year. And the boyfriend of the Kansas woman who became stuck to a toilet has won the lottery. Learn how much he won and why this isn't the first time he's won. A Kansas ethanol plant is feeling the effects of the failing economy. Now that gas prices are dropping, find out why SUV's are no longer sitting on lots. In weather tonight, mostly clear skies with temperatures dropping down into the lower 40s. A government expert says retirement pension plans have lost $2 trillion in the past 15 months.
October 6, 2008
Posted Monday, Oct. 6, 2008
Find out why you may no longer be able to watch TV coverage of the Topeka City Council meetings, and what one man is doing to fight the idea. Plus, it seems like Christmas shows up earlier each year. Tonight, learn why stores put Christmas items on the shelves so early, and why some in Topeka are already buying. And, a Kansas mother and her daughter are dead after their car stalled on train tracks. Find out how neighbors are coming together after the tragic accident. Police want your help finding a man who robbed and fought with a woman. A fire that broke out at a local brewery plant has been determined accidental. There's a new target for identity theft, the dead. In weather tonight, a few storms may produce heavy rain, small hail, and gusty winds, but severe weather will be very isolated, if at all. Topeka Public Schools has big plans for land at I-70 and MacVicar. In Topeka, you can now get gas for under $3.00 a gallon.
October 3, 2008
Posted Friday, Oct. 3, 2008
He raised thousands of dollars for a volunteer organization, but he did it dressed as a black woman.
Find out what the mayor of a Kansas town is now saying as he apologizes to the NAACP. Plus, after more than a week of bitter disagreement, the bailout bill is law tonight. Learn why even its backers admit we're in uncharted economic waters. And, crime is going up in the county. Find out where thefts are taking place the most. The city of Topeka is looking to unload it's forestry dump site. Illegally disposed of trash caused problems for one garbage truck this morning. Learn more about candy that was recalled for containing melamine still being sold in the Capital City. In weather, big changes are on the way to Northeast Kansas this weekend. In sports, it is Tailgate Friday. Find out what game is featured this week. KU's whistle is back, but it's losing steam.
October 2, 2008
Posted Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008
A possible safety risk turns up in a Topeka store. Find out where we found potentially dangerous candy. Plus, the failing economy means it's going to be harder for you to get a car. Learn what one used car salesman is doing to fight the financial crisis, and what you can do if you're in the market for a car loan. And, drops in stocks have Kansans confused about where to put their money. Find out why one lending institution in Topeka is actually seeing more business. The economy may be in trouble, but some say Kansas will see more jobs. A KU student is dead after he crashed his car early this morning. It was a perfect day to get outside at the Zoo, and learn something, too. In weather, expect overnight lows will fall into the middle 40s. Find out which NE Kansas school is getting a new tornado safe room. The answer to the mystery of what happened to Steve Fossett lies atop a California mountain. Topekans who rely on Meals on Wheels got a special treat today.
October 1, 2008
Posted Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
It's decision time in Washington. Learn why one KansasSsenator says he will vote against the new bailout plan tonight. Plus, find out how Fort Riley is getting soldiers ready for life among Iraqis. And learn where volunteers are making Topeka look a little nicer, and why the work only took one day. Members of the Kansas National Guard are headed to the Gaza Strip. There was plenty of political campaigning in NE Kansas today. A Topeka man is accused of breaking into someone's garage and trying to steal a car. In weather tonight, expect the coldest temperatures we have seen since last spring. Two local men are being honored today for going above and beyond to make our community better. As Congress looks to adopt a financial rescue plan, a group of local professors is protesting. Find out about help available for students and their loans.
September 30, 2008
Posted Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008
Even though the Dow rose today, a cloud of uncertainty looms over Wall Street. Learn why Wall Streeters still have a bad case of nerves. Plus, the economy may be tanking but there's a bright spot in Topeka. Find out where we found gas for less than $3.00 and why gas is dropping dramatically in Kansas. Plus, in video you'll see only on 49 News, learn why police raided a local bar and why authorities want to shut it down permanently. And, animal cruelty strikes an area neighborhood. Find out where this man found his cat mutilated. The slumping economy has a major trucking firm shutting down in Topeka. They've been preparing for more than a year, and now, 3,700 Fort Riley soldiers are just days away from deployment to Iraq. In weather tonight, temperatures should fall into the upper 40s under mainly clear skies. Learn how you can keep your growing season going through the winter.
September 29, 2008
Posted Monday, Sept. 29, 2008
A record drop on Wall Street...Learn which Kansas lawmakers voted against the bailout bill. Plus, find out which criminals one special group is getting off the streets, and the unusual relationship it has with the bad guys. And, Hurricane Ike nearly destroyed a wedding. find out why the couple came to Kansas to tie the knot. So far, the sour economy has not hit farmers. More than 3,700 Fort Riley soldiers are leaving for Iraq. Find out how baring it all is bringing in big bucks. In tonight's weather, mostly clear skies with much drier air in place and lows into the lower to middle 40s. There are two important recalls of children's products in affect.
