PLEASANTON (KSNT) – Kansas wildlife researchers have confirmed that an invasive pest has invaded the wooded areas of a national park in the eastern part of the state. The Kansas Forest Service (KFS) and Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) report that emerald ash borer insects have been found in Linn County at the Marais des…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Police say one person is dead after a late-night gunshots call in central Topeka. The Topeka Police Department (TPD) announced in a press release that officers were called shortly before 10:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2 to the area of Southwest 13th Street and Southwest Boswell Avenue on reports of gunshots. Officers…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A brewery in the capital city brought home some hardware after the World Beer Cup 2025. Blind Tiger Brewery competed in the World Beer Cup on Thursday, May 1, where it placed third. According to a news release from the brewery, it earned a bronze award for its beer, Smokey The Beer,…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Some Washburn Tech students spent their Friday checking out a variety of old, new and special cars. The community lined up dozens of cars for Washburn Tech’s 25th annual car show. People got to examine the vehicles up close and vote for their favorite. Some students spent part of their semester assembling…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A recent slapping incident at a local school sparked anger and controversy among parents. But is this type of punishment allowed in Kansas? 27 News reached out to the Kansas Department of Education (KSDE) to find out what state law says about teachers physically punishing their students. General Counsel Scott Gordon for…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A 10x-platinum contemporary Christian band will be coming to the Capital City for part of its 31-market tour in November. The band “MercyMe” will bring its 2025 tour to the Stormont Vail Events Center later this year with tickets ready for pre-sale starting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 6. You may…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A couple anglers from small-town Kansas brought home the gold late last month with their trophy catfish catches at a tournament in Alabama. 27 News spoke with Craig Norris and John Thelen this week about their recent tournament victory at the 14th annual 2025 SeaArk Owner’s Invitational Catfish Tournament in Alabama. The…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A longtime Topeka optometry office in the downtown area is due to close this summer after decades of serving the local community. Optometrist Dr. Jeffery Cramer is set to retire this year, marking the end of his time serving the Topeka community with their vision needs. His office can be found at…… MORE
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…… MORE
KANSAS (KSNT) – Governor Laura Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency proclamation as she says Kansas and surrounding states are facing fuel shortage problems. According to the press release from the Kansas Adjutant General’s Department, states are facing fuel shortages and long lines at the pumps. The press release said there is a need…… MORE
