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Denise Eck

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Slick roads keep TPD busy

Christmas is no holiday for officers working weather-related traffic problems

City of Topeka declares snow emergency

Designation means some drivers must move parked cars, spokesman said city crews having tough time removing snow

Developer working to fix problems at White Lakes Center

Attorney said Kent Lindemuth is taking immediate, active role in repairs

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United Way 'Christmas Bureau' $5000 short on donations

Organization needs donations immediately to meet record demand.

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Semi collision shuts down Topeka Blvd.

Road not expected to reopen until Friday afternoon.

KTKA back on-the-air for all customers

KTKA back on-the-air for all customers.

ABC passes on "Sunflower Showdown"

ABC announced Monday that it will not show the KU vs. K-State game on Saturday. The game will be shown on Versus.

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H1N1 case confirmed in Burlingame school district

Superintendent confirms that one student has H1N1, also known as Swine Flu.

Photos from the Riley County Fair

Images from the Riley County Fair.

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49 News Anchors strut their stuff

Some familiar faces strut their stuff fr a good cause.

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New numbers show Topeka police making progress in fighting theft

New numbers from Topeka police show they're making progress in fighting the most common crime in the city: theft.

Alta Vista cleans up after Monday night storms

Residents said that more than 90 percent of the windows in the town were blown out and broken by rough Monday night storms.

C-J parent company gets more time to pay millions in debt

Morris Publishing Group's new deadline is June 12 to make $9.7 million interest payment.

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Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging gearing up for fundraiser

It's time to get out your dancing shoes.

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Deal will keep hockey team in Topeka, NAHL commish says

NAHL Commissioner Mark Frankenfeld says a deal may be announced tomorrow.

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70 year-old woman raped in Manhattan, man arrested

Riley county police arrested a man who they say raped a 70 year old woman over the weekend.

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Kansas soldier awarded purple heart

Spc. Merlin Hollis was hit by an IED in 2007.

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Money Sense Tip: Check with University for Discounts

You may be able to save money by giving it the old college try.

KBI investigates two bodies found near Eskridge

Wabaunsee County Sheriff: two victims died from gunshot wounds

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State Champs honored at Statehouse

Some state champions were honored Monday at the Statehouse.

Capital-Journal, WIBW radio cut salaries

Morris Communications, parent company of the Topeka Capital-Journal and WIBW radio, cut salaries 5 to 10 percent.

Capital-Journal parent company under new financial scrutiny

Moody's Investment Service labels the company on the "bottom rung."

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DA wants special prosecutor for case

The Shawnee County District Attorney wants a special prosecutor to take on the case of a Topeka Police officer accused of shooting two brothers.

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A tough day for firefighters

Thursday was a tough day for firefighters. Grass fires broke out in several places in Northeast Kansas, prompting some evacuations.

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Local attorney: People want legal action against library

Local attorney Pedro Irigonegaray said a "significant number" of people have contacted him, requesting legal action after the library's decision to restrict access to four books.

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Will she go or stay?

Will the governor take a new job? It's the question Kansans are asking tonight. There is new speculation tonight about whether Kathleen Sebelius will be nominated as Secretary of Health and Human Services. A headline from a thousand miles away has folks in Kansas talking.

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Goodyear plans to cut 5,000 jobs

Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. plans to cut 5,000 jobs this year after a decline in sales. A company spokesman will not confirm how many Topeka workers might be affected.

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KDOT looking at bang for the stimulus buck

Find out where the Department of Transportation's first focus will be.

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Sweet taste of success

Find out what happens when your product is mentioned in a celebrity's magazine.

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Kansans encouraged to visit new stimulus website

New website is aimed at helping Kansans benefit from the federal economic stimulus package.

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Parent company of Capital-Journal hires bankruptcy attorneys

Morris Publishing has hired two firms, yet C-J spokesman said "it's business as usual" in Topeka.

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Hundreds of cases may never be prosecuted

A backlog of thousands of pending criminal cases is mounting at the Shawnee County District Attorney's office.

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County DOC facility on lockdown

Learn about the incident that prompted the lockdown.

Governor headed to Washington

This weekend, Governor Sebelius is leaving the state capitol, headed for the nation's capitol. She's got a special seat at the Presidential Inauguration. Today she spoke about the celebration, and the work ahead for the president.

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Budget inconsistancies prompt investigation into former DA

Shawnee County Commissioners have questions about how Robert Hecht was paid while he was the District Attorney and whether he was overpaid. Find out Hecht's response.

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Family dies after murder-suicide

Osage Co. authorities release details in deaths of father and three children.

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Investigation continues in Scranton deaths

Authorities say Michael Shirley killed his three children and the himself.

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Four found dead in Scranton home

Bodies found after report of fire

The bodies of one man and three juveniles were discovered Monday morning in Scranton home

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Beware of the jury scam

Learn what new way thieves are trying to get at your personal information.

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Jenkins works her last day as state treasurer

Find out who will replace her and when.

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IRS warns about misinformation regarding stimulus package

Some tax preparers are mistakenly telling Americans that they must pay tax on their economic stimulus payment.

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Guard troops will head to Middle East

Find out if they'll be near the current hot spot in the Gaza Strip.

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Deaf Santa hears wishes from local students

Deaf and hearing-impaired students in Topeka use sign language to tell their Christmas wishes to a deaf Santa.

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Viewer Alert: Digital TV test problems? Call 866-973-4949

Tonight, find out if you are ready for the digital transition.

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Public help requested to nab kettle thief

Watch the surveillance video of the crime. You might be able to help police.

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School's holiday luncheon a tasty tradition

Find out where the luncheon is held, and who does the cooking.

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USD 501 nixes dodgeball

Find out why the district has banned the game.

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Sumner on the block January 22

Follow the timeline of events concerning this historic property.

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Brownback says no to Gitmo prisoners

Find out why the Kansas senator says Ft. Leavenworth is not meant to house Gitmo prisoners.

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Using Shakespeare to enthuse students

Find out what troupe of professional actors travels the country to perform and inspire students.

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