Category Archives: Local News
One dead in Thursday night Topeka crash
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Police say one person is dead following an injury crash in Topeka on Thursday night. The Topeka Police Department reports the crash occurred around 9:05 p.m. on Jan. 22 in the 500 bloc...
Jan 22, 2026
Former professor awarded nearly $6 million in religious discrimination lawsuit against Emporia State University
EMPORIA (KSNT) - A jury has sided with a Kansas professor in a religious discrimination lawsuit against Emporia State University, awarding him nearly $6 million in damages. In 2022, Dusti Howell filed...
Jan 22, 2026
Kansas drivers urged to be cautious as winter storm approaches
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Cold temperatures and snowfall are on the way, which could make driving dangerous this coming weekend. A Topeka driving expert said the easiest way to stay safe is to stay home. But if...
Jan 22, 2026
Reser’s Fine Foods working on 90,000 square-foot expansion project in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A major food production plant in Topeka is eyeing a potential expansion that could add significantly to its presence in the Capital City. Shawnee County commissioners met on the mornin...
Jan 22, 2026
Topeka carousel at Gage Park to close this summer for restoration
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Shawnee County is set to temporarily close its historic carousel at Gage Park this summer for renovations. County leaders hope the improvements they have planned will be worth the wait...
Jan 22, 2026
Find acupuncture and water lessons for dogs at Heartland Hound in Emporia
EMPORIA (KSNT) - Emporia has a new and improved canine wellness center that has a full pool for your dogs to train in. Heartland Hound started as a dog training facility, and now it has acupunctu...
Jan 22, 2026
Warming centers in Topeka prepare to open ahead of winter storm
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Local organizations are opening warming centers in the Topeka area ahead of a forecasted winter storm. Ashley Gilfillan with Shawnee County Parks and Recreation announced on Jan. 22 th...
Jan 22, 2026
From tech startups to dueling pianos: what’s coming up with Emporia Main Street
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Jess Buchholz and Casey Woods with Emporia Main Street joined 27 News Thursday morning to discuss upcoming programs and events aimed at supporting entrepreneurs and bringing the commun...
Jan 22, 2026
Blowing snow could impact travel in Kansas this weekend: KDOT
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Kansas transportation officials have issued a warning Thursday ahead of an expected round of severe winter weather. Philip Harris with the Kansas Department of Transportation announced...
Jan 22, 2026
How do Evergy utility crews prepare for winter storms?
TOPEKA (KSNT) - With a winter storm making its way toward the area, utility companies like Evergy are preparing their crews. Even though Evergy doesn't expect widespread power outages, the company is ...
Jan 21, 2026
