Category Archives: Local News
Topeka car show raising money for K-9 bullet proof vests
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A Topeka organizer is hosting a car show that will raise money to help fund custom-fitted protective vests for K-9 officers. 27 News reached out to event organizer CA Brocueleg to lear...
Sep 24, 2025
Shrimp recalled in Kansas due to radiation danger: FDA
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Federal officials say shrimp sold under the Kroger brand in more than 30 states are being recalled as they may be contaminated with radioactive material. The Food and Drug Administrati...
Sep 24, 2025
West Ridge Mall store to relocate after eight years
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A longtime tenant of West Ridge Mall has announced it will soon be leaving Topeka for Kansas City. Build A Buddy Factory reported on social media that it will be departing from West Ri...
Sep 24, 2025
Reginald Eggleston talks nomination for Superintendent of the Year
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Geary County School District Superintendent Reginald Eggleston joined the 27 News Morning Show to discuss an upcoming initiative, his nomination as superintendent of the year and distr...
Sep 24, 2025
Driver in ‘modified’ Dodge challenger clocked at 110 mph in northeast Kansas
WABAUNSEE COUNTY (KSNT) - Local sheriff's deputies handed out a big ticket to a speeding driver in Wabaunsee County this week. Sergeant Jonathan Sumner with the Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Office said ...
Sep 23, 2025
Topeka’s Historic Homes Tour to visit Potwin Neighborhood
TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Shawnee County Historical Society announced that its 2025 Historic Homes Tour will visit five homes in the Potwin neighborhood next month. The historical society is inviting people...
Sep 23, 2025
Shawnee County finalizes budget, raises property taxes
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Shawnee County commissioners voted to finalize the 2026 operating budget on Monday, which included budget adjustments for various departments and an increase to property taxes. The Boa...
Sep 23, 2025
City leaders talk ‘tough budget’ and big road work projects
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Two of Topeka's biggest local officials talked about the latest issues and topics of the city Tuesday morning. City Manager Robert Perez and Mayor Mike Padilla gave remarks and answere...
Sep 23, 2025
Washburn ranked #1 public regional university in Kansas
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Washburn University has been named the top-ranked public regional university in Kansas by U.S. News and World Report. U.S. News Best Colleges rankings evaluate more than 1,700 U.S. col...
Sep 23, 2025
Cheetah under anesthesia at Topeka Zoo after symptoms worsen
Context: the attached video aired on June 21. TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Topeka Zoo shared that one of its cheetahs was put under anesthesia after zookeepers said it showed signs of illness. The Topeka Zoo s...
Sep 23, 2025
