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K-State Cereals Lab resumes after federal funding reinstated

K-State Cereals Lab resumes after federal funding reinstated

MANHATTAN (KSNT) – Kansas State University’s (K-State) Climate Resilient Cereals Innovation Lab will continue its work after federal funding was reinstated earlier this month. According to K-State, the lab was part of the “Feed the Future Innovation Labs” which opened in 2013. Last month the university announced that the labs would close on April 12…MORE

Bee ready for swarming season in NE Kansas

Bee ready for swarming season in NE Kansas

TOPEKA (KSNT) Bees are building their new homes this time of year. Throughout the spring and summer, bees everywhere build new hives and colonies to pollinate. You may begin to notice hives outside your house, in buildings and many other locations around the capital city. Removing these insects can be a tall task, and a local…MORE

Topeka could vote to cut its DEI Office, affirmative action

Topeka could vote to cut its DEI Office, affirmative action

TOPEKA (KSNT) — To preserve approximately $45 million in federal funding, the City of Topeka’s governing body may vote to change city code by cutting its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Office and amending its policy statement. According to the preliminary meeting agenda, the city risks losing federal funding that helps provide services for homelessness,…MORE

What happens to bodies of inmates who’ve died in Kansas?

What happens to bodies of inmates who’ve died in Kansas?

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Working for you, 27 News reached out to the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) to find out what happens to inmates who die with nobody to claim them. KDOC Public Information Officer David Thompson said if an inmate dies and they aren’t claimed, they will be cremated within four days of their…MORE

Westmoreland community rebuilds one year after deadly tornado

Westmoreland community rebuilds one year after deadly tornado

WESTMORELAND (KSNT) – One year ago today a powerful tornado tore through the town of Westmoreland. The storm leaving behind a path of destruction, and one person didn’t survive. Early three dozen homes in total were either damaged or destroyed. 27 News was on the grounds in the aftermath of this tornado, our crews capturing…MORE

First responders honor the life of fallen TPD Lieutenant

First responders honor the life of fallen TPD Lieutenant

TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka police officer is now laid to rest. 53-year-old Topeka police Lieutenant Eddie Stanley died unexpectedly last week. The Lieutenant’s funeral procession brought first responders from around Kansas together in the capital city. Officials said the Lieutenant died early last week following a medical emergency. Stanley joined the Topeka Police force…MORE

Ichabod’s Grille bringing pickleball to South Topeka

Ichabod’s Grille bringing pickleball to South Topeka

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Pickleball fans won’t have to wait long for a new arena in the capital city. Ichabod’s Grille will debut their three new pickleball courts on Thursday, May 1. Connected to the back of the bar and grill, the new addition was announced back in October of 2024. Managers are excited to create…MORE

Federal hiring freeze spreads fear of Kansas lake campgrounds closing

Federal hiring freeze spreads fear of Kansas lake campgrounds closing

COUNCIL GROVE (KSNT) – A local marina is fearful of what the future has in store for it as a federal hiring freeze threatens to shut down nearby campground areas down this summer. 27 News spoke to Ginger Tauton, owner of the Council Grove Marina, on Wednesday, April 30. She recently put the word out…MORE

What new Kansas laws go into effect on July 1, 2025?

What new Kansas laws go into effect on July 1, 2025?

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas lawmakers were busy during the 2025 session of the state’s Legislature, passing numerous new laws set to take effect in the near future. State residents can expect some changes moving forward now that the 2025 session of the Kansas Legislature has officially wrapped up with Governor Laura Kelly issuing the last…MORE