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Henry McClure running for Topeka mayor

Henry McClure running for Topeka mayor

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Henry McClure is officially running for mayor. 27 News confirmed that McClure filed for his mayoral run last week. McClure, a local real estate developer, is now one of three mayoral candidates for the Aug. 5, 2025, Primary Election. McClure ran against Kevin Cook for the Shawnee County District 2 seat in…MORE

Topeka native running for mayor joins morning show

Topeka native running for mayor joins morning show

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Mayoral candidate Chad Fay joined the 27 News morning newscast for his first TV appearance in a long time to talk about his campaign. Fay discussed why he is running for mayor, wanting to give back to Topeka, listening to the community, gave a look into his background and more. “I’m impressed…MORE

Topeka kids to appear in Sole Reason commercial

Topeka kids to appear in Sole Reason commercial

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Sole Reason, a Topeka non-profit, gave kids in the community an opportunity to be on TV. Later this month, Sole Reason and One Can One Kid is hosting Children’s Fest. It will include food trucks, live music and more. To prepare, the non-profit shot a commercial at Evergy Plaza to help promote…MORE

22,600 pounds of bratwurst recalled in multiple states due to plastic contamination

22,600 pounds of bratwurst recalled in multiple states due to plastic contamination

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Federal health officials say thousands of pounds of bratwurst product is being recalled in multiple states, including in Kansas, as it may contain hard plastic. The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) under the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced in a press release on April 5 that Johnsonville, LLC based out…MORE

Topeka protest attracts thousands to the Kansas Statehouse

Topeka protest attracts thousands to the Kansas Statehouse

Context: Above video shows President Donald Trump announcing reciprocal tariffs as part of the ‘Liberation Day’ event on April 2. TOPEKA (KSNT) – Many protesters gathered at the Kansas Statehouse grounds on Saturday and a march through downtown Topeka. Numerous people were at the Kansas Statehouse on April 5 to protest against the administration of…MORE

Topeka Zoo armadillo, Erin, dies at 22

Topeka Zoo armadillo, Erin, dies at 22

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center announced on Saturday that one of its resident animals has died. The zoo announced on social media on April 5 that Erin, a Southern three-banded armadillo, died at the age of 22. Zoo staff recently celebrated Erin’s birthday on March 17. “Erin played an important role…MORE

Topeka protest attracts hundreds to the Kansas Statehouse

Topeka protest attracts hundreds to the Kansas Statehouse

Context: Above video shows President Donald Trump announcing reciprocal tariffs as part of the ‘Liberation Day’ event on April 2. TOPEKA (KSNT) – Hundreds of protesters gathered at the Kansas Statehouse grounds on Saturday and a march through downtown Topeka. Numerous people were at the Kansas Statehouse on April 5 to protest against the administration…MORE

Oklahoma man charged in killing of Kansas priest

Oklahoma man charged in killing of Kansas priest

SENECA (KSNT) – Authorities have filed an official charge against an Oklahoma man Friday for allegedly shooting and killing a Catholic priest in Seneca earlier this week. Court records with the District Court of Nemaha County show Gary L. Hermesch, 66, of Oklahoma was charged with murder in the first degree on April 4. He…MORE

Driver dead after falling off I-70 in Topeka construction area

Driver dead after falling off I-70 in Topeka construction area

TOPEKA (KSNT) – One person is dead after an early morning crash in downtown Topeka. The Topeka Police Department (TPD) reports that around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 5 emergency responders learned a vehicle had driven off the I-70 overpass near Southwest 2nd Street and South Kansas Avenue. Police say the driver went through a…MORE

TPD arrest late-night aggravated battery suspect

TPD arrest late-night aggravated battery suspect

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka Police arrested a 25-year-old Topekan following reports of a battered person in North Topeka late Friday night. Before 11 p.m. On April 4, Officers responded to the 600 block of North Kansas Avenue on reports of a person on the ground who had been battered, according to Lt. D. Eubanks with…MORE