Category Archives: Local News

Fever-causing rotavirus cases reported in Kansas, how to keep your kids healthy
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Healthcare professionals are urging parents to take action to help keep children safe from an illness that can cause vomiting and diarrhea. The Centers for Disease Control and Preventi...
Isabella Cahill Apr 21, 2026

Tornado sirens not working in Topeka neighborhood, repairs scheduled
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A Topeka neighborhood is without a functioning tornado siren this week as county workers make arrangements for repairs. Dusty Nichols with the Shawnee County Department of Emergency Ma...
Matthew Self Apr 21, 2026

Crash slows traffic on Highway 24 in Manhattan area
MANHATTAN (KSNT) - First responders have cleared a crash on Highway 24 in the Manhattan area Tuesday afternoon that caused traffic to slow down for about an hour. The Kansas Department of Transportati...
Matthew Self Apr 21, 2026

Man critically injured in central Topeka motorcycle crash
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Police report a man is critically injured following a motorcycle crash in central Topeka Tuesday morning. Kimberly Qualls with the City of Topeka told 27 News that police were called a...
Matthew Self Apr 21, 2026

One week after EF-2 tornado, insurance concerns arise for Hillsdale residents
HILLSDALE, Kan. - On Monday, crews continued to pick up debris from an EF-2 tornado with peak winds of 115 mph, struck Hillsdale last week. While much of the debris ...
Kirsten Stokes Apr 21, 2026

Meriden-Ozawkie Public Library celebrates revamped location
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A beloved public library in Meriden is being revamped. The new location has room for more programs they enjoy hosting, like bingo and story time. They have crafting events as well as o...
Isabella Cahill Apr 21, 2026

New mural at Topeka Zoo highlights conservation message
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A new mural at the Topeka Zoo is bringing color and a conservation message to visitors. A partnership between the zoo and the Rotary Club of Topeka helped bring this artwork to li...
Delaney Gregory Apr 20, 2026

Abilities Day brings draws big crowds to the Topeka Zoo
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Families gathered at the Topeka Zoo Monday for Abilities Day, an annual event designed to create a more accessible and inclusive experience for visitors of all abilities. The...
Delaney Gregory Apr 20, 2026

Expect delays when driving on section of Highway 75 in Osage County
OSAGE COUNTY (KSNT) - Work crews will be starting a new project on U.S. Highway 75 this week, which could cause traffic delays for some drivers in Osage County. The Kansas Department of Transportation...
Matthew Self Apr 20, 2026

Let’s Help announces dissolution as standalone non-profit in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A Topeka non-profit has announced it will be joining forces with a faith-based charity network this year. Let's Help announced in a press release on April 20 that it will be trans...
Matthew Self Apr 20, 2026


