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Kansas taking further steps to start industrial hemp crop
Kansas taking further steps to start industrial hemp crop
The deadline is approaching for applications to grow the state's new industrial hemp research crop.
The deadline is approaching for applications to grow the state's new industrial hemp research crop.
Documentary to air featuring local artist who brought landmark Kansas case to life at State Capitol
Documentary to air featuring local artist who brought landmark Kansas case to life at State Capitol
A local artist is seeing his work come to life on the big screen.
A local artist is seeing his work come to life on the big screen.
Board of embattled Kansas military school looks to future
Board of embattled Kansas military school looks to future
The board of an embattled Kansas military school is exploring what to do with the property as the private boarding school prepares to close after facing years of litigation.
The board of an embattled Kansas military school is exploring what to do with the property as the private boarding school prepares to close after facing years of litigation.
Lawmakers: US budget measure includes $50M for Amtrak route through Kansas
Lawmakers: US budget measure includes $50M for Amtrak route through Kansas
Lawmakers say a federal budget compromise approved by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump provides $50 million of additional federal funding to maintain Amtrak rail passenger service through Kansas, Colorado, and New Mexico.
Lawmakers say a federal budget compromise approved by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump provides $50 million of additional federal funding to maintain Amtrak rail passenger service through Kansas, Colorado, and New Mexico.
Homeless couple doing all they can to survive winter weather
Homeless couple doing all they can to survive winter weather
The cold weather is a threat to the homeless community, but those who couldn’t get into a shelter say they've figured out other ways to survive.
The cold weather is a threat to the homeless community, but those who couldn’t get into a shelter say they've figured out other ways to survive.
Remembering Zei Uwadia, local teen who spent 457 days in the hospital
Remembering Zei Uwadia, local teen who spent 457 days in the hospital
Hundreds of flowers float down the Arkansas River in memory of Zei Uwadia. "I'm honoring her in that not that she lived or died, or the way that she died, but I think just to honor her as a whole, says Zei's mom, Brie Kerschen.
Hundreds of flowers float down the Arkansas River in memory of Zei Uwadia. "I'm honoring her in that not that she lived or died, or the way that she died, but I think just to honor her as a whole, says Zei's mom, Brie Kerschen.
3 boys buy flowers for all 270 girls at Kansas middle school for Valentine's Day
3 boys buy flowers for all 270 girls at Kansas middle school for Valentine's Day
Three Kansas middle school students went the extra mile to ensure every girl at their school had a special Valentine’s Day.
Three Kansas middle school students went the extra mile to ensure every girl at their school had a special Valentine’s Day.
Local lawmaker proposes bill after power poles cause concern in Wichita neighborhood
Local lawmaker proposes bill after power poles cause concern in Wichita neighborhood
One Wichita neighborhood's complaints about power poles are being taken all the way to the Statehouse.
One Wichita neighborhood's complaints about power poles are being taken all the way to the Statehouse.
Union Rescue Mission tackling growing meth problem
Union Rescue Mission tackling growing meth problem
The local non-profit, Union Rescue Mission, is tackling the growing methamphetamine problem with a faith-based approach.
The local non-profit, Union Rescue Mission, is tackling the growing methamphetamine problem with a faith-based approach.
Roy'ale Spencer's family demands answers about his death
Roy'ale Spencer's family demands answers about his death
Family and friends of 9-year-old Roy'ale Spencer demand answers about how he was shot to death outside the Sedgwick County Courthouse Thursday morning, February 14, 2019.
"My baby died January 21st," said Geneva Smith, standing outside the Sedgwick County Courthouse. "No one has even went in for a simple child endangerment." A Wichita family demands answers in the death of 9-year-old Roy'ale Spencer.
"My baby died January 21st," said Geneva Smith, standing outside the Sedgwick County Courthouse. "No one has even went in for a simple child endangerment." A Wichita family demands answers in the death of 9-year-old Roy'ale Spencer.
Elementary students make birthday cards for Oklahoma veteran
Elementary students make birthday cards for Oklahoma veteran
Recil Troxil is a 92-year-old World War II vet whose family is asking people to send birthday cards to him.
Recil Troxil is a 92-year-old World War II vet whose family is asking people to send birthday cards to him.
Experts warning online daters of increase in romance scams
Experts warning online daters of increase in romance scams
Experts are warning people who have online dating profiles to be careful after new complaint data released by the Federal Trade Commission shows a significant increase in online romance scams.
Experts are warning people who have online dating profiles to be careful after new complaint data released by the Federal Trade Commission shows a significant increase in online romance scams.
Teachers, administrators question proposed $500 classroom supply stipend
Teachers, administrators question proposed $500 classroom supply stipend
Jami Burbach teaches a math lesson to second graders at Wheatland Elementary in Valley Center on Wednesday, February 13, 2019.
Public school teachers nationwide spend an average of $479 a year on their classrooms out of their own pockets. A new bill in the Kansas House appears to try to help them out with a $500 stipend for classroom supplies. But some teachers and administrators in one district say they see some problems with this proposal.
Public school teachers nationwide spend an average of $479 a year on their classrooms out of their own pockets. A new bill in the Kansas House appears to try to help them out with a $500 stipend for classroom supplies. But some teachers and administrators in one district say they see some problems with this proposal.
Schools struggle to budget for next year as they wait on lawmaker funding decisions
Schools struggle to budget for next year as they wait on lawmaker funding decisions
Two second graders at Valley Center's Wheatland Elementary study their math on Wednesday, February 13, 2019.
With a court-ordered deadline looming, state lawmakers are trying to figure out how to put more money into public schools. But will it be in time? School districts across the state are waiting to find out what they needed to know by last December.
With a court-ordered deadline looming, state lawmakers are trying to figure out how to put more money into public schools. But will it be in time? School districts across the state are waiting to find out what they needed to know by last December.
Homeless veteran and service dog get a home
Homeless veteran and service dog get a home
Homeless veteran and his service dog Lucy receive a home.
Homeless veteran and his service dog Lucy receive a home.
City leaders break ground on Wichita's new baseball stadium
City leaders break ground on Wichita's new baseball stadium
Crews are set to get to work on the city's new baseball stadium. City leaders gathered Wednesday morning for a ground breaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction.
Crews are set to get to work on the city's new baseball stadium. City leaders gathered Wednesday morning for a ground breaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction.
Youth lawn mowing clinic in Wichita next month
Youth lawn mowing clinic in Wichita next month
The Sedgwick County Extension Office is holding another Youth Lawn Mowing Clinic at its education center at 21st and Ridge on March 13.
The Sedgwick County Extension Office is holding another Youth Lawn Mowing Clinic at its education center at 21st and Ridge on March 13.
Kansas rape suspect captured in Colorado
Kansas rape suspect captured in Colorado
Officers responded at around 5:45 a.m. Sunday, February 3 to the report of a rape in the 400 block of W. 7th Street. The victim identified 23-year-old Tre Carrasco as the suspect.
Officers responded at around 5:45 a.m. Sunday, February 3 to the report of a rape in the 400 block of W. 7th Street. The victim identified 23-year-old Tre Carrasco as the suspect.
HRC report says Kansas is failing when it comes to protections for LGBTQ community
HRC report says Kansas is failing when it comes to protections for LGBTQ community
A new report by the Human Rights Campaign says Kansas is failing when it comes to protecting the LGBTQ community.
A new report by the Human Rights Campaign says Kansas is failing when it comes to protecting the LGBTQ community.
Middle school students use knitting to give back
Middle school students use knitting to give back
Giggling and the sound of knitting needles clicking together. It's what you'll hear in Ms. Haney's knitting class every morning. Before this school year, students at Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Middle School were brand new to knitting, but one student, Sophia, took to the skill almost immediately. Her classmates call her a master.
Giggling and the sound of knitting needles clicking together. It's what you'll hear in Ms. Haney's knitting class every morning. Before this school year, students at Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Middle School were brand new to knitting, but one student, Sophia, took to the skill almost immediately. Her classmates call her a master.
Wichita teen dies after returning home from 457 days in the hospital
Wichita teen dies after returning home from 457 days in the hospital
A GoFundMe page says Zei Uwadia died at home with her family Monday night. She left Children's Mercy Hospital on January 31 after being hospitalized for 457 days for unexplained lung failure.
A GoFundMe page says Zei Uwadia died at home with her family Monday night. She left Children's Mercy Hospital on January 31 after being hospitalized for 457 days for unexplained lung failure.
Wichita Public Schools approve 2019-2020 school calendar
Wichita Public Schools approve 2019-2020 school calendar
Wichita Public Schools Board Members addressed a crowd and reevaluated the 2019-2020 school calendar for the second time. It's a decision that's been a challenge for the district.
Wichita Public Schools Board Members addressed a crowd and reevaluated the 2019-2020 school calendar for the second time. It's a decision that's been a challenge for the district.
Kansans surprised by low tax returns
Kansans surprised by low tax returns
"If you have families, children, you're probably going to be okay. Someone without dependents might get a little bit less," said Susan Chacon, an accountant at H&R Block in Wichita. Kansans are experiencing surprise and confusion as taxpayers realize refunds won't be as big this year.
"If you have families, children, you're probably going to be okay. Someone without dependents might get a little bit less," said Susan Chacon, an accountant at H&R Block in Wichita. Kansans are experiencing surprise and confusion as taxpayers realize refunds won't be as big this year.
Salvation Army will distribute coats this week
Salvation Army will distribute coats this week
The Salvation Army will distribute winter coats this week at two locations in Wichita. "It's just overwhelming to see how much our community cares," said Shannon Cabrera, a Salvation Army volunteer who has turned into a program assistant. On Tuesday and Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., coats and winter gear will be distributed to individuals and families in need. "There are people that are getting coats, who currently do not have coats at all, simply because ...The Salvation Army will distribute winter coats this week at two locations in Wichita. "It's just overwhelming to see how much our community cares," said Shannon Cabrera, a Salvation Army volunteer who has turned into a program assistant. On Tuesday and Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., coats and winter gear will be distributed to individuals and families in need. "There are people that are getting coats, who currently do not have coats at all, simply because ...Benefit concert next month for Wichita detective battling cancer
Benefit concert next month for Wichita detective battling cancer
Wichita Detective Matt Young has been in law enforcement for over 20 years. Now, he's in the fight of his life.
Wichita Detective Matt Young has been in law enforcement for over 20 years. Now, he's in the fight of his life.
Maize High School students work to improve Kansas drinking water, win scholarships
Maize High School students work to improve Kansas drinking water, win scholarships
Students in the Climate Club at Maize High School are working to improve drinking water for Kansans. The group has been sampling water from Cheney Reservoir, testing for toxins and implementing possible long-term solutions.
Students in the Climate Club at Maize High School are working to improve drinking water for Kansans. The group has been sampling water from Cheney Reservoir, testing for toxins and implementing possible long-term solutions.
MISSING IN KANSAS: Dantay Williams
MISSING IN KANSAS: Dantay Williams
Police are hoping the community can help find teenager Dantay Williams, who went missing on Jan. 16 in Wichita.
Police are hoping the community can help find teenager Dantay Williams, who went missing on Jan. 16 in Wichita.
MISSING IN KANSAS: Miranda Hernandez
MISSING IN KANSAS: Miranda Hernandez
Police are hoping the community can help find Miranda Hernandez.
Police are hoping the community can help find Miranda Hernandez.
Lawsuit over mistaken ISIS flag could change U.S. law, Kansas attorneys warn
Lawsuit over mistaken ISIS flag could change U.S. law, Kansas attorneys warn
In this photo entered into evidence by Zanial's attorneys, a man is running with the Malaysian national flag during the party at the SBEA lake in September 2017.
"We've seen this in the news, and on Facebook and on Twitter, more and more now," said Lauren Bonds, an ACLU attorney. She's talking about cases where Americans call the police on minorities in public spaces. And she's raisin concerns a lawsuit in Kansas could make that legal.
"We've seen this in the news, and on Facebook and on Twitter, more and more now," said Lauren Bonds, an ACLU attorney. She's talking about cases where Americans call the police on minorities in public spaces. And she's raisin concerns a lawsuit in Kansas could make that legal.
State awards grant to new nursing program at Salina Area Technical College
State awards grant to new nursing program at Salina Area Technical College
The state has awarded the Salina Area Technical College a $210,000 grant to help with start-up costs of the college's new associate degree in nursing program.
The state has awarded the Salina Area Technical College a $210,000 grant to help with start-up costs of the college's new associate degree in nursing program.
Local rescue groups rally behind bill that would keep animal abusers from adopting
Local rescue groups rally behind bill that would keep animal abusers from adopting
Local animal rescue groups are watching legislation closely, hoping that a new bill preventing animal abusers from adopting becomes law.
Local animal rescue groups are watching legislation closely, hoping that a new bill preventing animal abusers from adopting becomes law.
Company donates $2M to Kansas for cryptocurrency technology
Company donates $2M to Kansas for cryptocurrency technology
A Silicon Valley company has donated $2 million to the University of Kansas to support research related to cryptocurrency and digital payments, such as Bitcoin.
A Silicon Valley company has donated $2 million to the University of Kansas to support research related to cryptocurrency and digital payments, such as Bitcoin.
2nd man-made 'Snow Day' canceled due to equipment failure
2nd man-made 'Snow Day' canceled due to equipment failure
The city has canceled 'Snow Day" 2 due to equipment failure
The city has canceled 'Snow Day" 2 due to equipment failure
Mom carries dying baby to term to donate her organs
Mom carries dying baby to term to donate her organs
Krysta Davis was 18 weeks pregnant with her daughter when she was told the baby had an abnormality. The child, Rylei Arcadia Diane Lovett, was diagnosed with anencephaly soon after.
Krysta Davis was 18 weeks pregnant with her daughter when she was told the baby had an abnormality. The child, Rylei Arcadia Diane Lovett, was diagnosed with anencephaly soon after.
Local advocates speak out against bipartisan medical marijuana bill
Local advocates speak out against bipartisan medical marijuana bill
Legalizing medical marijuana in Kansas has been a hot button issue for years. But, a new proposal is getting backlash from even marijuana supporters.
Legalizing medical marijuana in Kansas has been a hot button issue for years. But, a new proposal is getting backlash from even marijuana supporters.
KAKE NEWS INVESTIGATES: The link between segregation and obesity
KAKE NEWS INVESTIGATES: The link between segregation and obesity
"You have to look at the bigger picture. And unless you address the inequalities of it, you're going to continue to have a problem such as obesity," said Dr. Yelando Johnson, Director of Newman University's Social Work program.
"You have to look at the bigger picture. And unless you address the inequalities of it, you're going to continue to have a problem such as obesity," said Dr. Yelando Johnson, Director of Newman University's Social Work program.
The City of Wichita is trying to bridge the digital divide with free hotspots
The City of Wichita is trying to bridge the digital divide with free hotspots
Danielle Steiner checks out the first free hotspot from the City of Wichita at Colvin Neighborhood Resource Center on Thursday, February 7th, 2019.
The mayor announced a two month trial of the program, beginning Thursday, February 7th. Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center has 20 of the hotspots available. The Colvin Resource Center has the other 20.
The mayor announced a two month trial of the program, beginning Thursday, February 7th. Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center has 20 of the hotspots available. The Colvin Resource Center has the other 20.
ON YOUR SIDE GETS ANSWERS: Incorrect tax forms and retirement funds
ON YOUR SIDE GETS ANSWERS: Incorrect tax forms and retirement funds
We've been working the phones this week for On Your Side Gets Answers. This week's questions had our team on the phone with the federal government.
We've been working the phones this week for On Your Side Gets Answers. This week's questions had our team on the phone with the federal government.
Ice to impact Thursday morning commute in Wichita
Ice to impact Thursday morning commute in Wichita
Slick roads have proven to be troublesome for Wichita drivers, and with more ice coming in, the morning commute will be more dangerous.
Slick roads have proven to be troublesome for Wichita drivers, and with more ice coming in, the morning commute will be more dangerous.
Wichita prepares for the worst after 2 days of icy commutes
Wichita prepares for the worst after 2 days of icy commutes
As weather conditions continue to decline, businesses and people across Wichita are preparing for the icy conditions expected on Thursday.
As weather conditions continue to decline, businesses and people across Wichita are preparing for the icy conditions expected on Thursday.
MISSING IN KANSAS: Search for Megan Foglesong
MISSING IN KANSAS: Search for Megan Foglesong
The mystery of what happened to a missing Kansas woman continues to rattle a central Kansas community.
The mystery of what happened to a missing Kansas woman continues to rattle a central Kansas community.
MISSING IN KANSAS: Thomas 'Tommy' Cook
MISSING IN KANSAS: Thomas 'Tommy' Cook
Kansas Native Thomas “Tommy” Cook went missing on Aug. 14, 2013, from his father's home in Pueblo, Colo.
Kansas Native Thomas “Tommy” Cook went missing on Aug. 14, 2013, from his father's home in Pueblo, Colo.
MISSING IN KANSAS: Rosalia De La Rosa
MISSING IN KANSAS: Rosalia De La Rosa
Rosalia De La Rosa went missing on Jan. 19 in Sublette, Kan.
Rosalia De La Rosa went missing on Jan. 19 in Sublette, Kan.
Wichitans say current public transportation isn't cutting it
Wichitans say current public transportation isn't cutting it
Many Wichitans rely on public transportation, but some say there aren't enough options to get them from point A to point B.
Many Wichitans rely on public transportation, but some say there aren't enough options to get them from point A to point B.
KAKE On Your Side: weighted blankets
KAKE On Your Side: weighted blankets
It's been on the market for years, but now a product claiming to help you with a number of health issues is gaining popularity. Before you spend your money on one, do weighted blankets work?
It's been on the market for years, but now a product claiming to help you with a number of health issues is gaining popularity. Before you spend your money on one, do weighted blankets work?
State workers worry about KPERS payments
State workers worry about KPERS payments
"We've had a few calls," said Steve Wentz, president of United Teachers of Wichita, the local teachers union, about various plans to fund the state's pension program. "Retirees are always concerned about it."
"We've had a few calls," said Steve Wentz, president of United Teachers of Wichita, the local teachers union, about various plans to fund the state's pension program. "Retirees are always concerned about it."
Chimpanzee at Sedgwick County Zoo loses baby
Chimpanzee at Sedgwick County Zoo loses baby
The Sedgwick County Zoo said in a Facebook post that Sukari went into labor that afternoon. Sadly, the baby did not survive birth.
The Sedgwick County Zoo said in a Facebook post that Sukari went into labor that afternoon. Sadly, the baby did not survive birth.
5th grader’s boredom while visiting mom’s job leads to $70,000 for seniors in need
5th grader’s boredom while visiting mom’s job leads to $70,000 for seniors in need
Ruby Kate Chitsey asked the woman in the wheelchair why she was staring intently through the glass doors. Her answer broke the fifth-grader’s heart.
Ruby Kate Chitsey asked the woman in the wheelchair why she was staring intently through the glass doors. Her answer broke the fifth-grader’s heart.
Thieves steal nearly 200 bats from urban children's baseball league
Thieves steal nearly 200 bats from urban children's baseball league
One of the empty fields where League 42 teams play baseball at McAdams Park in Wichita. Here it sits on Sunday, February 3, 2019, waiting for spring practices to begin in March.
"Right now we're facing a little bit of an issue, but we'll overcome it. That's what we do," said Bob Lutz, executive director of League 42. The urban baseball league says it needs your help re-stocking equipment after a series of thefts this year.
"Right now we're facing a little bit of an issue, but we'll overcome it. That's what we do," said Bob Lutz, executive director of League 42. The urban baseball league says it needs your help re-stocking equipment after a series of thefts this year.
Broken electric pole caused outages in Rose Hill
Broken electric pole caused outages in Rose Hill
Butler County Fire Department is reporting that a low hanging wire is causing outages in a Rose Hill neighborhood.
Butler County Fire Department is reporting that a low hanging wire is causing outages in a Rose Hill neighborhood.
Boy Scouts of America welcomes girls into all of its programs for the first time
Boy Scouts of America welcomes girls into all of its programs for the first time
Friday marked a milestone in the more than 100-year history of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA): the organization now accepts girls into all of its scouting programs.
Friday marked a milestone in the more than 100-year history of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA): the organization now accepts girls into all of its scouting programs.
Kansas family loses dog in house fire
Kansas family loses dog in house fire
A family in Wellington has lost their dog after an accidental house fire. At around 7 a.m., Saturday morning,
A family in Wellington has lost their dog after an accidental house fire. At around 7 a.m., Saturday morning,
Derby HS students kicked out of basketball game after shouting "air ball"
Derby HS students kicked out of basketball game after shouting "air ball"
A half-filled student section cheered on Derby high school basketball players Friday night, but some students were missing. Last month, students were kicked out of a basketball game after shouting chants at the opposing team. One of them, "air ball."
A half-filled student section cheered on Derby high school basketball players Friday night, but some students were missing. Last month, students were kicked out of a basketball game after shouting chants at the opposing team. One of them, "air ball."
Local pet owner loses dog to chip bag suffocation, her words of warning
Local pet owner loses dog to chip bag suffocation, her words of warning
Ashley Arellano got a scary phone call from her 16 year old daughter last week; their beloved dog, gunner, had stopped breathing.
Ashley Arellano got a scary phone call from her 16 year old daughter last week; their beloved dog, gunner, had stopped breathing.
Wichita's Minisa Bridge vandalized again
Wichita's Minisa Bridge vandalized again
One of Wichita’s most historic bridges has been targeted by vandals again.
One of Wichita’s most historic bridges has been targeted by vandals again.
Kansas zoo welcomes adorable addax calves
Kansas zoo welcomes adorable addax calves
The Lee Richardson Zoo in Garden City says the first calf was born Saturday and the second came along Wednesday. They weighed 15 and 16 pounds, respectively.
The Lee Richardson Zoo in Garden City says the first calf was born Saturday and the second came along Wednesday. They weighed 15 and 16 pounds, respectively.
Family of missing Wichita teen pleads for her safe return
Family of missing Wichita teen pleads for her safe return
The family of a missing Wichita teen is pleading for her safe return.
The family of a missing Wichita teen is pleading for her safe return.
Kansans falling through the cracks want Medicaid expansion
Kansans falling through the cracks want Medicaid expansion
Lt. Gov. Lynn Rogers talks with hospital leaders at Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph Thursday afternoon, January 31, 2019.
“It’s been quite a struggle to stay healthy and stay alive,” said Jimmy Olson. He’s one of an estimated 150,000 Kansans caught in the gap between being eligible for Medicaid and being able to afford private health insurance.
“It’s been quite a struggle to stay healthy and stay alive,” said Jimmy Olson. He’s one of an estimated 150,000 Kansans caught in the gap between being eligible for Medicaid and being able to afford private health insurance.
ON YOUR SIDE GETS ANSWERS: WSU parking and unsightly issue on roads
ON YOUR SIDE GETS ANSWERS: WSU parking and unsightly issue on roads
In this week's On Your Side Gets Answers, we're taking your questions about parking at Wichita State University and help with roadkill.
In this week's On Your Side Gets Answers, we're taking your questions about parking at Wichita State University and help with roadkill.
Family of sick boy hopes medical marijuana will finally be legalized in Kansas
Family of sick boy hopes medical marijuana will finally be legalized in Kansas
A local family is watching legislation closely, hoping that medical marijuana will finally become legal in Kansas. They say it would change their son's life.
A local family is watching legislation closely, hoping that medical marijuana will finally become legal in Kansas. They say it would change their son's life.
Man killed in Butler County trailer accident
Man killed in Butler County trailer accident
A man has been killed after being run over by a flatbed trailer in Rose Hill on Wednesday morning.
A man has been killed after being run over by a flatbed trailer in Rose Hill on Wednesday morning.
Proposed constitutional amendment would outlaw abortions in Kansas
Proposed constitutional amendment would outlaw abortions in Kansas
Twenty-one state lawmakers want to ban abortions in Kansas by changing the state's constitution.
Twenty-one state lawmakers want to ban abortions in Kansas by changing the state's constitution.
Residents of south Wichita want improvements
Residents of south Wichita want improvements
South Central Wichita community members say it's time for a change. Dozens of people gathered Tuesday to share ideas on how to make the area better.
South Central Wichita community members say it's time for a change. Dozens of people gathered Tuesday to share ideas on how to make the area better.
Family remembers two sides of man killed in deputy-involved shooting
Family remembers two sides of man killed in deputy-involved shooting
"He was a good person," said his brother, Dan Bosiljevac. "I mean.. if he wasn't using the drugs, he was a great person. He really was. And I know everybody always says that." Bosiljevac's family say he battled the demon of drug addiction for years.
"He was a good person," said his brother, Dan Bosiljevac. "I mean.. if he wasn't using the drugs, he was a great person. He really was. And I know everybody always says that." Bosiljevac's family say he battled the demon of drug addiction for years.
MISSING IN KANSAS: Lindsey Hajdukovich
MISSING IN KANSAS: Lindsey Hajdukovich
Lindsey Hajdukovich went missing on Jan. 15 in Douglass, Kan.
Lindsey Hajdukovich went missing on Jan. 15 in Douglass, Kan.
Kansans see dollar signs in sports betting options
Kansans see dollar signs in sports betting options
Kansans could soon be able to place bets on the outcome of sports games. Lawmakers are ready to figure out a plan to legalize sports betting, something they think will be a financial boon for the state.
Kansans could soon be able to place bets on the outcome of sports games. Lawmakers are ready to figure out a plan to legalize sports betting, something they think will be a financial boon for the state.
Police will be at Derby High School today due to unsubstantiated threat
Police will be at Derby High School today due to unsubstantiated threat
Derby Police will have an increased presence today at Derby High School. The school district released a statement this morning saying it has received a potential threat of a shooting at the high school. It says it has been working with the police department which has found the threat to be unsubstantiated at this time. Here is the statement from Derby Public Schools. Derby Public Schools received an anonymous tip through the Kansas Schoo...
Derby Police will have an increased presence today at Derby High School. The school district released a statement this morning saying it has received a potential threat of a shooting at the high school. It says it has been working with the police department which has found the threat to be unsubstantiated at this time. Here is the statement from Derby Public Schools. Derby Public Schools received an anonymous tip through the Kansas Schoo...
Missing in Kansas: Kaitlyn Bisterfeldt
Missing in Kansas: Kaitlyn Bisterfeldt
Kaitlyn Bisterfeldt went missing on Jan. 22 from her family home in Wichita.
Kaitlyn Bisterfeldt went missing on Jan. 22 from her family home in Wichita.
Missing in Kansas: Karina Omstead
Missing in Kansas: Karina Omstead
Karina Omstead went missing on the night of Jan. 3 in Topeka.
Karina Omstead went missing on the night of Jan. 3 in Topeka.
MISSING IN KANSAS: Robert Witherspoon
MISSING IN KANSAS: Robert Witherspoon
Wichita teen Robert Witherspoon went missing on Dec. 28, 2018.
Wichita teen Robert Witherspoon went missing on Dec. 28, 2018.
Missing in Kansas: Lipsy Mendoza-Cruz
Missing in Kansas: Lipsy Mendoza-Cruz
Lipsy Mendoza-Cruz went missing from northeast Kansas in early January 2019.
Lipsy Mendoza-Cruz went missing from northeast Kansas in early January 2019.
New WSU ROTC program to begin this year
New WSU ROTC program to begin this year
The Kansas Army National Guard is committing manpower and leaders to create a new ROTC program at Wichita State University.
The Kansas Army National Guard is committing manpower and leaders to create a new ROTC program at Wichita State University.
Missing in Kansas: Alyssa Robbins
Missing in Kansas: Alyssa Robbins
Wichita teen Alyssa Robbins went missing on Dec. 27, 2018.
Wichita teen Alyssa Robbins went missing on Dec. 27, 2018.
Semis park under Oklahoma bridge to prevent man from jumping
Semis park under Oklahoma bridge to prevent man from jumping
First responders and semi-truck drivers in Oklahoma teamed up over the weekend to help prevent a man from jumping off a bridge.
First responders and semi-truck drivers in Oklahoma teamed up over the weekend to help prevent a man from jumping off a bridge.
Missing in Kansas: Jamie Prince
Missing in Kansas: Jamie Prince
The family of Jamie Prince has not seen her since late December.
The family of Jamie Prince has not seen her since late December.
Missing in Kansas: Alexia Torres
Missing in Kansas: Alexia Torres
A missing south-central Kansas teen may be in need of medical help.
A missing south-central Kansas teen may be in need of medical help.
Missing in Kansas: Melinda Horn
Missing in Kansas: Melinda Horn
Police are hoping to find a south-central Kansas woman who may be in need of medical help.
Police are hoping to find a south-central Kansas woman who may be in need of medical help.
Missing in Kansas: Jada Hanson found safe
Missing in Kansas: Jada Hanson found safe
Friends and family say Jada Hanson has been found safe.
Friends and family say Jada Hanson has been found safe.
Missing in Kansas: Courtnee Green
Missing in Kansas: Courtnee Green
Courtnee Green went missing on Dec. 18, 2018, from Topeka.
Courtnee Green went missing on Dec. 18, 2018, from Topeka.
Missing in Kansas: Brayden Paxson
Missing in Kansas: Brayden Paxson
The family of Brayden Paxson says he went missing on Dec. 25, 2018, in Wichita.
The family of Brayden Paxson says he went missing on Dec. 25, 2018, in Wichita.
Missing in Kansas: Katrina Gosvener
Missing in Kansas: Katrina Gosvener
Katrina Gosvener went missing from Wichita on Oct. 8th, 2018.
Katrina Gosvener went missing from Wichita on Oct. 8th, 2018.
Missing in Kansas: James Jackson
Missing in Kansas: James Jackson
Police are searching for runaway James Jackson.
Police are searching for runaway James Jackson.
Santa at Kansas Bass Pro stops and prays for boy who asked for new kidney for Christmas
Santa at Kansas Bass Pro stops and prays for boy who asked for new kidney for Christmas
Julie Kay Ryff told Santa that her son Levi doesn't talk much but that he was on the kidney transplant list and would like a new one for Christmas.
Julie Kay Ryff told Santa that her son Levi doesn't talk much but that he was on the kidney transplant list and would like a new one for Christmas.
How DCF aims to find missing kids, takes on new lawsuit
How DCF aims to find missing kids, takes on new lawsuit
DCF has been under massive scrutiny in recent years. Annette Lawless speaks to the agency about a new lawsuit and improvements with finding missing kids.
DCF has been under massive scrutiny in recent years. Annette Lawless speaks to the agency about a new lawsuit and improvements with finding missing kids.
Missing in Kansas: Anessa Hinds missing again
Missing in Kansas: Anessa Hinds missing again
Anessa Hinds went missing from her placement on Dec. 30.
Anessa Hinds went missing from her placement on Dec. 30.
Missing in Kansas: Torimechele Garner
Missing in Kansas: Torimechele Garner
The Park City Police Department is asking for the community’s help with finding a runaway, Torimechele Garner.
The Park City Police Department is asking for the community’s help with finding a runaway, Torimechele Garner.
Missing in Kansas: Randy Leach
Missing in Kansas: Randy Leach
A teenage boy went to a friend’s house for a party – only to never be seen or heard from again.
A teenage boy went to a friend’s house for a party – only to never be seen or heard from again.
Missing in Kansas: Tabitha Brewer
Missing in Kansas: Tabitha Brewer
It’s been 20 years since Tabitha Brewer was last seen. Tabitha was outside of her dad’s home on the night of April 27, 1998, in Shawnee, Kan.
It’s been 20 years since Tabitha Brewer was last seen. Tabitha was outside of her dad’s home on the night of April 27, 1998, in Shawnee, Kan.
Missing in Kansas: Jenica Lucas
Missing in Kansas: Jenica Lucas
A south-central Kansas teen went missing in June 2018.
A south-central Kansas teen went missing in June 2018.
Missing in Kansas: Nancy Arita-Salazar
Missing in Kansas: Nancy Arita-Salazar
Johnson County investigators are hoping you can help them find teenager Nancy Arita-Salazar.
Johnson County investigators are hoping you can help them find teenager Nancy Arita-Salazar.
Missing in Kansas: Ranise Freeman found safe
Missing in Kansas: Ranise Freeman found safe
Ranise Freeman, a teen who went missing in late October, has been found safe.
Ranise Freeman, a teen who went missing in late October, has been found safe.
Missing in Kansas: Veronica Maxville
Missing in Kansas: Veronica Maxville
Teenager Veronica Maxville went missing on Jan. 1, 2015.
Teenager Veronica Maxville went missing on Jan. 1, 2015.
Missing in Kansas: Jaron Reed
Missing in Kansas: Jaron Reed
Kansas police departments are searching for a boy who vanished in October 2018.
Kansas police departments are searching for a boy who vanished in October 2018.
Missing in Kansas: Clarence Moore
Missing in Kansas: Clarence Moore
It’s been a mystery for more than 60 years. Soldier Clarence Moore was stationed in Fort Riley, in north-central Kansas, but vanished sometime in 1956.
It’s been a mystery for more than 60 years. Soldier Clarence Moore was stationed in Fort Riley, in north-central Kansas, but vanished sometime in 1956.
Missing in Kansas: Mary Lang
Missing in Kansas: Mary Lang
Mary Lang was last seen in downtown Hays, early in the afternoon of Oct. 21, 1983.
Mary Lang was last seen in downtown Hays, early in the afternoon of Oct. 21, 1983.
Missing in Kansas: Kevin Congrove
Missing in Kansas: Kevin Congrove
The Wichita Police Department is asking for the community’s help with finding Kevin Congrove.
The Wichita Police Department is asking for the community’s help with finding Kevin Congrove.
Missing in Kansas: April Wiss
Missing in Kansas: April Wiss
The disappearance of a Kansas teen remains a mystery for 18 years. April Wiss was last in south Wichita in Jan. 2000.
The disappearance of a Kansas teen remains a mystery for 18 years. April Wiss was last in south Wichita in Jan. 2000.
Missing in Kansas: Austin Griffin
Missing in Kansas: Austin Griffin
Wichita Police are hoping the public can help find a teenage boy who was last seen this summer.
Wichita Police are hoping the public can help find a teenage boy who was last seen this summer.
Missing in Kansas: Lori Freitas
Missing in Kansas: Lori Freitas
A northeast Kansas woman may have been on her way to the hospital before she went missing in January 2014. She hasn't been seen since.
A northeast Kansas woman may have been on her way to the hospital before she went missing in January 2014. She hasn't been seen since.
Missing in Kansas: Darian Hudson
Missing in Kansas: Darian Hudson
A woman missing from Oklahoma was planning to head to Kansas before she vanished. She was last seen in October 2017.
A woman missing from Oklahoma was planning to head to Kansas before she vanished. She was last seen in October 2017.
Missing in Kansas: Donald Goodman
Missing in Kansas: Donald Goodman
A Kansas man was last seen riding his bicycle on July 25, 1993. He remains missing today.
A Kansas man was last seen riding his bicycle on July 25, 1993. He remains missing today.
Missing in Kansas: Charles McHenry
Missing in Kansas: Charles McHenry
A man has been missing from central Kansas since May 2016.
A man has been missing from central Kansas since May 2016.
Missing in Kansas: Zachary Anderson
Missing in Kansas: Zachary Anderson
Topeka Police is asking for the community’s help with finding Zachary Michael Anderson.
Topeka Police is asking for the community’s help with finding Zachary Michael Anderson.
Missing in Kansas: David & Gabriel Gendreau
Missing in Kansas: David & Gabriel Gendreau
David and Gabriel Gendreau went missing from Lawrence, Kan., on Sept. 17. They may now be in Wichita.
David and Gabriel Gendreau went missing from Lawrence, Kan., on Sept. 17. They may now be in Wichita.
Missing in Kansas: Jose Sotelo
Missing in Kansas: Jose Sotelo
A south-central Kansas teenager has been missing for nearly six months.
A south-central Kansas teenager has been missing for nearly six months.
Missing in Kansas: Heather Layton-Harrington
Missing in Kansas: Heather Layton-Harrington
A south-central Kansas teenager has been missing since mid-September.
A south-central Kansas teenager has been missing since mid-September.
Missing in Kansas: Destiny Dority
Missing in Kansas: Destiny Dority
A northeast Kansas teenager hasn’t been seen since late spring.
A northeast Kansas teenager hasn’t been seen since late spring.
Missing in Kansas: Jaquilla Scales
Missing in Kansas: Jaquilla Scales
A young girl disappeared from a South-Central Kansas home more than 17 years ago.
A young girl disappeared from a South-Central Kansas home more than 17 years ago.
Missing in Kansas: Anthony Sipe
Missing in Kansas: Anthony Sipe
A Central-Kansas teenage ran away in late August.
A Central-Kansas teenage ran away in late August.
Missing in Kansas: Jeremy Coots
Missing in Kansas: Jeremy Coots
A boy disappeared while at his babysitter’s decades ago in northeast Kansas.
A boy disappeared while at his babysitter’s decades ago in northeast Kansas.
Missing in Kansas: Emily Coston
Missing in Kansas: Emily Coston
A teenager has been missing for several weeks from east Kansas.
A teenager has been missing for several weeks from east Kansas.
Missing in Kansas: Vincent Moore
Missing in Kansas: Vincent Moore
An infant disappeared more than three years ago in south-central Kansas. Now, family is clinging to hope for the safe return of Vincent Moore.
An infant disappeared more than three years ago in south-central Kansas. Now, family is clinging to hope for the safe return of Vincent Moore.
Missing in Kansas: Ivonne Cruz
Missing in Kansas: Ivonne Cruz
It’s been several months since Ivonne Cruz was seen in central Kansas.
It’s been several months since Ivonne Cruz was seen in central Kansas.
Missing in Kansas: Jackie Hay
Missing in Kansas: Jackie Hay
Jackie Hay hasn’t been seen since Sept. 12, 1981. The five-year-old vanished as her family was preparing for an outing in Shawnee County.
Jackie Hay hasn’t been seen since Sept. 12, 1981. The five-year-old vanished as her family was preparing for an outing in Shawnee County.
Missing in Kansas: Marvin Reif
Missing in Kansas: Marvin Reif
The Catholic Diocese of Dodge City continues to pray for the safe return of Father Marvin Reif. He went missing on April 3, 2017, in Protection, Kan.
The Catholic Diocese of Dodge City continues to pray for the safe return of Father Marvin Reif. He went missing on April 3, 2017, in Protection, Kan.
Missing in Kansas: Leanna Campos missing again
Missing in Kansas: Leanna Campos missing again
A Wichita mom is hoping the community can help find her teenager.
A Wichita mom is hoping the community can help find her teenager.
Missing in Kansas: Kristina Childress
Missing in Kansas: Kristina Childress
A northeast Kansas woman has been missing for several months and may need medical help.
A northeast Kansas woman has been missing for several months and may need medical help.
Missing in Kansas: Katelin Caddell
Missing in Kansas: Katelin Caddell
Katelin Caddell was reported missing from Topeka on May 28.
Katelin Caddell was reported missing from Topeka on May 28.
Missing in Kansas: Gabrielle Cooper
Missing in Kansas: Gabrielle Cooper
Loved ones are worried about Gabrielle Cooper. The 17-year-old went missing on July 8 in Hays, Kan.
Loved ones are worried about Gabrielle Cooper. The 17-year-old went missing on July 8 in Hays, Kan.
Missing in Kansas: Ashley Caldwell missing since May 2017
Missing in Kansas: Ashley Caldwell missing since May 2017
Ashley Caldwell missing since 2017.
Ashley Caldwell missing since 2017.
MISSING IN KANSAS: Search for Alex LaRussa
MISSING IN KANSAS: Search for Alex LaRussa
Investigators continue to piece together clues behind what happened to a man last in December 2017 in Saline County.
Investigators continue to piece together clues behind what happened to a man last in December 2017 in Saline County.
Stepmother of Lucas Hernandez jailed after boy's body found
Stepmother of Lucas Hernandez jailed after boy's body found
Lucas Hernandez stepmother, 27-year-old Emily Glass, was booked into the Sedgwick County Jail at 10:34 p.m. Thursday.
Lucas Hernandez stepmother, 27-year-old Emily Glass, was booked into the Sedgwick County Jail at 10:34 p.m. Thursday.
Texas man charged with having sex with Hutchinson 15-year-old
Texas man charged with having sex with Hutchinson 15-year-old
The 15-year-old girl was found safe in Houston and Juan Carlos Carmona, 36, was taken into custody.
The 15-year-old girl was found safe in Houston and Juan Carlos Carmona, 36, was taken into custody.
Giving hope to families coping with autism
Giving hope to families coping with autism
Parents with autistic and special needs children can often get frustrated, but there's a special place here in Wichita that has been bringing hope to Kansas families for more than 80 years.
Parents with autistic and special needs children can often get frustrated, but there's a special place here in Wichita that has been bringing hope to Kansas families for more than 80 years.
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