Category Archives: Local News
Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay talks Dana Chandler, anti-crime initiatives
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Shawnee County District Attorney, Mike Kagay, joined the 27 News morning newscast on June 5 to talk about some recent crime topics. Kagay discussed the latest on the Dana Chandler sent...
Jun 05, 2025
Emporia park saved by community effort set to get some big improvements
EMPORIA (KSNT) - A local park in Emporia is set to get a makeover in the near future with the addition of new equipment to make visiting the space more exciting. 27 News spoke with Deon Morrow, Lyon C...
Jun 05, 2025
Emporia inviting kids to help paint downtown mural
EMPORIA (KSNT) - Later this week, Visit Emporia and A&A Sign Writing will be partnering for a mural painting event in downtown Emporia. Kids ages 12 and up will be able to make their mark on the P...
Jun 05, 2025
Free driving school for teens coming to Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A driving school that was founded by top fuel drag racers will offer free training to teenagers later this month. Be Responsible and Keep Everyone Safe (B.R.A.K.E.S.) will hold a teen ...
Jun 05, 2025
Groundbreaking for new innovation labs in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) - A hub for innovation and tech is now officially under construction in Topeka. Link Innovation Labs will be opening in the old AT&T building in downtown Topeka. With a total of eigh...
Jun 04, 2025
What to know for Germanfest 2025 in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Topeka's biggest celebration of German culture is just around the corner and is bringing with it beer, food and fun for locals. People wanting to take part in this year's Germanfest ce...
Jun 04, 2025
Minority Business Spotlight – La Creperie Co.
La Creperie Co. is a mobile food trailer based in Topeka, Kansas, specializing in crepes, waffles, chicken and waffles, and other delicious creations. We bring a taste of sweetness and comfort to comm...
Jun 04, 2025
Work begins on new Topeka $60 million apartment complex
TOPEKA (KSNT) - City officials and others broke ground on a new $60 million apartment complex just south of Topeka's downtown area this week in the latest push to create more housing opportunities for...
Jun 04, 2025
Should Evergy raise costs for Kansas customers?
TOPEKA (KSNT) - People will be able to give their personal comments on an Evergy proposal to raise energy costs for Kansans. The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) said it will be holding public hear...
Jun 04, 2025
City has spent over $10 million on Hotel Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Topeka city leaders will put $291,086 into Hotel Topeka, but not everyone on the governing body was on board with the investment. Councilmembers Christina Valdivia-Alcala, Sylvia Ortiz...
Jun 04, 2025
