Horse in Reno County euthanized due to West Nile virus
Kansas agriculture officials say a horse in Reno County has been euthanized after testing positive for West Nile virus.
Kansas newborn awaits transplant after heart infection
Soon after arriving in KC, Kasen Clark went into cardiac arrest. Hospital staff performed CPR for 45 minutes while hooking him up to an ECMO machine to pump and oxygenate his blood.
Invasive zebra mussels found in Tuttle Creek Reservoir
The state Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism says invasive zebra mussels have been found in Tuttle Creek Reservoir.
Kansas school district buys thousands of fake eclipse glasses
Tecumseh South Elementary near Topeka bought 600 pairs of the glasses on Amazon three weeks ago. It was one of five Shawnee Heights schools to do so.
Here are all the active hate groups, including 7 in Kansas
Nine hundred and seventeen. That's the number of hate groups operating in the US, according to data from the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Kansas scrutinizes doctor over 13-year-old girl's abortion
Kansas' regulatory medical board is weighing disciplinary action against a doctor who Planned Parenthood self-reported may have violated state law in handling a 13-year-old girl's abortion.
Kansas police warn parents about 'Yellow' app
A spokesperson for Yellow wrote KAKE News saying, "Creating a safe environment for our users is a priority."
Wichita hospital announces new early-stage breast cancer treatment
The procedure is called intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT). Wesley Medical Center says the treatment is a one-day option that offers added convenience, fewer treatments and reduced costs.
Wichitans celebrate another 'Neighborhood Night Out'
More than 80 parties are planned across the city, with a serious purpose.
Pratt under water warning after 4 main breaks
Commissioners Monday night passed a Declaration of Water Warning that will remain in effect until the problems are corrected.
Blue-green algae warnings for 6 Kansas lakes
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment in conjunction with wildlife officials have issued public health warnings for six lakes due to harmful blue-green algae blooms.
Kansans can get Real ID cards now
The Read ID Act was passed back in 2005. But only now starting August 1st, 2017 can Kansans get drivers licenses complying with the federally passed Real ID Act.
Wichita named most affordable for renters
The Student Loan Hero website ranked Wichita as the most affordable city for rent.
Senior National Park pass set to increase
If your retirement includes traveling, you should seriously think about picking up a pass to our nation's scenic parks. For the first time in 23 years the cost for the pass will be increased.
'Filling the Gap' lunches begin in Sedgwick County
The private service offers free sack lunches from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. five days a week practically until the start of the school year.
Fore! Hash browns recalled over golf ball bits
You have an early-morning golf match. You make coffee and contemplate the optimal breakfast to help you hit the ball straighter and calm those first-tee jitters.
People hurting pets to access pain pills
Drugs addicts are hurting their pets to get pain medication. Veterinarians are reporting it across the country.
Sargento expands cheese recall due to possible bacterial contamination
Wisconsin-based Sargento Foods Inc., is expanding a voluntary recall of some cheeses due to a possible bacterial contamination.
6 in 10 Americans don't have $500 in savings
Nearly six in 10 Americans don't have enough savings to cover a $500 or $1,000 unplanned expense, according to a new report from Bankrate.
Amazon hiring work-from-home seasonal employees in Kansas
Would you like to make extra money without leaving your home? Amazon is looking for you.
Veteran suicide rate staggering
Today the Department of Veterans Affairs released its most comprehensive study yet on the subject of veterans suicides.
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Shane Ewing anchors Good Morning Kansas and KAKE News at 11. Despite living in numerous places along his journey to the Sunflower State, Shane calls...
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Shane Ewing anchors Good Morning Kansas and KAKE News at 11. Despite living in numerous places along his journey to the Sunflower State, Shane calls...
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Free pet adoptions at Humane Society successfully 'clear the shelter'
An event at the Kansas Humane Society to ‘clear the shelter’ was a hit with those who came to the shelter soon enough. The event was designed to help the humane society get as many pets adopted as possible, in essence, clearing the shelter of all the pets. “It’s the first time we have offered every animal available for no charge,” said Mark Eby, president and CEO of the Kansas Humane Society. “To offer something like this to Wichita, and get a nu...
One person seriously hurt in north Wichita shooting
Dispatchers say one person is seriously hurt after a shooting in north Wichita.
Vandals destroy thousands of dollars of student’s artwork
A Wichita State art student is left picking up the pieces. Her private art studio was vandalized. Thousands of dollars of supplies were either stolen or destroyed. Melinda Sudbrink discovered the studio trashed on Thursday, she's still heartbroken over the mess and the thousands of dollars it will take to replace all she had. Sudbrink showed us the locked painting studio for higher level art majors. She's been working in this room for three years, you have to know a password to be ab... 
Police looking for convenience store robbery suspect
Wichita police are looking for a suspect after an armed robbery in south Wichita.
Man killed in roof collapse in north Wichita
The incident happened at around 1:40 p.m. Friday at 29th Street North and Mead.
Haysville residents warned about water
Dozens of Haysville families have learned the water they drink isn't safe. The state says four dangerous chemicals have been found in the groundwater that a lot Haysville families use.
Wichita man gets probation in hit-and-run that killed Marine
Dreu Wikle was sentenced Friday to two years probation with an underlying sentence of 36 months in prison if he violates said probation.
Police: Salina woman used Facebook for sex with 12-year-old
Salina Police Capt. Paul Forrester said the suspect, identified as Lenora Dyke, sent photos on Facebook to entice the boy.
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Here are all the active hate groups, including 7 in Kansas
Nine hundred and seventeen. That's the number of hate groups operating in the US, according to data from the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Goddard man sentenced for crash that killed 2
A Goddard man has been sentenced to prison for a crash that killed two elderly men in his hometown.