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Media July 11

PBS station singles out GOP senators in contentious public broadcasting funding battle

Republican officials criticized PBS Kansas for running an ad asking viewers to contact senators about preserving funding, as the Senate prepares to vote on public media funds.

US June 11

Kansas substitute teacher, 39, had sex with 2 students during boozy mid-week encounters, prosecutors say

A Kansas substitute teacher appeared in court Monday to face charges accusing her of having sex with two students during an alcohol-fueled incident earlier this year.

Kansas May 31

Lawsuit filed against Kansas law nullifying end-of-life choices for pregnant women

Two physicians and three women are suing to block a Kansas law that invalidates medical decisions pregnant women can make about end-of-life treatment.

Kansas May 17

Minor's lawsuits against adult sites show new state law is working as intended to protect kids: state AG

A minor child and the child's mother have filed four lawsuits in Kansas, targeting pornographic sites for lacking adequate age-verification measures.

Kansas May 6

Kansas man allegedly stole rare, historic 800-pound cannon from park for drug money: report

Newly released court documents detail that a Kansas man stole a rare, historic, 800 pound cannon from a park for drug money he owed and "believed his life was in danger."

Missouri April 15

Chiefs parade-goer who sued over social media claims is dead: attorney

Denton Loudermill Jr., who was falsely implicated in social media posts following the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs' victory rally last year, has died.

Kansas April 9

Kansas 9-year-old caught driving parents' truck to school after missing bus: police

Police in Kansas said a young boy was apprehended after he reportedly took his parents truck on a three-mile drive to school after he missed the bus ride.

Kansas April 7

Kansas Catholic priest was shot 'intentionally and with premeditation,' prosecutor alleges

The murder of Kansas Catholic priest Arul Carasala at his church’s rectory was carried out "intentionally and with premeditation," a prosecutor said.

Roman Catholic April 5

Kansas Catholic priest dies after being shot at his church's rectory, leaving parish in 'state of shock'

A Catholic priest died in Kansas after being shot at his church’s rectory in an incident a fellow pastor said has left his parish in a "state of shock."

Religious Controversies March 29

Satanic leader arrested after Black Mass, scuffle at Kansas Statehouse: 'A despicable act'

A leader of a "nondenominational Satanic church" in Kansas and three others were arrested after a fight broke out between Satanists and Christians at the Kansas Statehouse in Topeka.

Crime March 27

Kansas babysitter finds 'monster' under child's bed, man charged with aggravated kidnapping: police

Officials in Kansas said a man was arrested after he hid underneath a child's bed on Monday. The child told the babysitter there was a "monster" under the bed.

Kansas March 27

Kansas babysitter comes face to face with real life 'monster' under the bed

A Kansas babysitter found a troubling surprise when she came face to face with a "monster" under the bed when attempting to calm down a child she was watching.

Infectious Disease March 26

Kansas announces measles outbreak with 10 cases reported

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has confirmed 10 cases of measles in three counties as outbreaks across the U.S. continue to spread in unvaccinated kids.

Missing Persons March 24

Kansas trooper rescues kidnapped 6-year-old girl, takes 2 men into custody during traffic stop

A kidnapped 6-year-old girl, who with the suspect on the run for over a month, was rescued after a trooper pulled over an SUV for a traffic violation.

First Amendment March 21

Satanic group defies Kansas officials, plans 'black mass' at state Capitol

Kansas lawmakers have taken steps to stymie a satanist demonstration at the state capitol, arguing the event is aimed at denigrating Christians and alleging the group's leader admitted to stealing a consecrated host to be used during his 'black mass' event.

Vandalism March 17

‘Face of evil’: Catholic Church named after St. Patrick vandalized with Satanic message

Authorities are investigating a possible hate crime after a Catholic Church named after St. Patrick was discovered with "extensive vandalism," including a Satanic message in Wichita, Kansas.

Weather March 15

Tornado threat moves south after central states hit by massive storm

The threat of tornadoes moved east into the Mississippi Valley and the south on Saturday, just a day after a massive storm in several central states.

Crime March 5

Two charged in Kansas City Chiefs fans' deaths 14 months after bodies found frozen in backyard

Two men have been arrested in connection to the deaths of three Kansas City Chiefs fans who were found frozen in the backyard of a Kansas City, Missouri, area home back in January 2024.

Kansas February 16

Wife convicted of murdering Army soldier husband at home on military base

A federal jury convicted a Kansas woman for shooting and killing her Army soldier husband in February 2024 at their home at Fort Riley.

Politics February 7

Heartland lawmakers seek to fix 'fundamental' roadblock for farm kids seeking student aid

Sens. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, and Michael Bennet, D-Colo., along with Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kan, are sponsoring a bill to adjust the Free Application for Federal Student Aid qualification requirements to halt an unfair disadvantage for farm families.

Washington DC February 4

DC plane crash timeline: Midair collision involves 67 passengers, crew members, soldiers

A timeline of the Washington, D.C., plane crash on Jan. 29 details the moments before and after an American Airlines passenger flight and Army helicopter collided over the Potomac.

MILITARY January 31

DC plane crash: Military aircraft collisions raise questions about training and equipment, expert says

U.S. military helicopter crashes like the one that took down a commercial American Airlines flight on Wednesday night are rare but have increased since 2024.

US January 31

Howard University professor among victims in midair collision

A Howard University professor and former Miss Kansas contestant known for her “bright smile" and “zest for life" was among the victims in Wednesday’s midair collision between an Army helicopter and an American Airlines plane near Reagan National Airport.

House Of Representatives Politics January 30

'We're the gold standard': GOP lawmaker calls for congressional hearing over DC plane crash

Rep. Troy Nehls spoke with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital about what he's learning about the fatal collision between a military helicopter and a small passenger jet.

House of Representatives January 30

Kansas lawmakers vow to find answers after Wichita plane crash in DC

House and Senate lawmakers from Kansas released a bipartisan statement on the tragic American Airlines crash Wednesday night in Washington, D.C.

Washington DC January 30

3 soldiers on Black Hawk helicopter involved in DC airliner crash

The Black Hawk that struck an American Airlines flight landing at Reagan airport had three soldiers on board and no VIPs or senior officials were involved.

Health January 28

Kansas City tuberculosis outbreak is largest in US history

Kansas is experiencing record-high tuberculosis cases in two counties. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and a TB expert weigh in on the public risk.

VIDEO January 9

Red state AGs vow to bolster Trump crackdown on illegal immigration after four years battling Biden

Twenty state attorneys general signed a joint statement, led by Kansas AG Kris Kobach, supporting President-elect Trump's plans to toughen immigration laws.

Elections January 8

Kansas secretary of state launches 2026 GOP gubernatorial bid for seat held by 2-term Democrat

Secretary of State Scott Schwab is running for governor of Kansas in 2026, launching his campaign exclusively with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

US Education December 30

These six states banned or limited DEI at colleges and universities in 2024

Six states banned the practice of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in their educational institutions in 2024 alone.