WFD investigating Thursday morning fire

WFD investigating Thursday morning fire

A house fire in the 400 block of W. 57th St. South has left a home heavily damaged.

Kansas Broadband Roadshow in Wichita on Thursday

Kansas Broadband Roadshow in Wichita on Thursday

The KOBD is brining its Broadband Roadshow to Wichita on Thursday and other Kansas locations through April 19.

Man sentenced to 34 years in Wichita double homicide

Man sentenced to 34 years in Wichita double homicide

The Sedgwick County district attorney's office said Michael Wilking was sentenced Wednesday. He pleaded guilty to second-degree murder earlier this year.

Wichita ‘Chief Visionary Officer’ wins Small Business Person of the Year for Kansas

Wichita ‘Chief Visionary Officer’ wins Small Business Person of the Year for Kansas

Jordan Harris oversees two Wichita area small businesses.

Man dies after crashing into semi on Kansas highway

Man dies after crashing into semi on Kansas highway

The crash log states an eastbound Toyota SUV failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into a tractor-trailer heading south on K-156.

Hutch welcomes tens of thousands, brings in more than $1M hosting its 75th NJCAA Championship

Hutch welcomes tens of thousands, brings in more than $1M hosting its 75th NJCAA Championship

The city of Hutchinson is welcoming tens of thousands of people this week for its 75th year of hosting the NJCAA Basketball Championship. The city says this is one of its biggest events of the year.

Reno County and Hutchinson awarded millions for childcare

Reno County and Hutchinson awarded millions for childcare

Hutchinson and Reno County recently received $6.2 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).  The money comes after a study revealed areas of need.  

Human remains found in Wilson County identified

Human remains found in Wilson County identified

The human remains found in Wilson County have been identified.

Kansas postal worker indicted for allegedly stealing mail

Kansas postal worker indicted for allegedly stealing mail

A woman has been indicted in Wichita on charges of mail theft while she was working as a postal worker.

Goddard police search for motorcyclist

Goddard police search for motorcyclist

The Goddard police are asking for help identifying a motorcyclist who was allegedly driving recklessly.

At least 3 Ulta Beauty stores in Kansas and Missouri robbed

At least 3 Ulta Beauty stores in Kansas and Missouri robbed

At least three Ulta Beauty stores have been robbed, possibly by the same three people.

Man critically hurt when motorcycle and pickup collide in southwest Wichita

Man critically hurt when motorcycle and pickup collide in southwest Wichita

The crash happened at around 7:30 a.m. at Pawnee and Hiram, which is east of Meridian. Police said in a release that the motorcycle rider had been ejected after colliding with a Dodge Ram driven by a 15-year-old boy. 

Fentanyl stash worth over $300,000 found in Montgomery County

Fentanyl stash worth over $300,000 found in Montgomery County

Thousands of fentanyl pills have been found near Coffeyville on March 17.

Oral Roberts' Paul Mills named next Wichita State head basketball coach

Oral Roberts' Paul Mills named next Wichita State head basketball coach

WSU said in a released that former Oral Roberts' coach Paul Mills will be introduced Thursday as the 27th head coach of Shockers basketball.

Patrol: SUV runs stop sign, causes crash that kills Kansas man

Patrol: SUV runs stop sign, causes crash that kills Kansas man

A central Kansas man has died and a woman suffered potentially serious injuries in a crash Tuesday evening. The accident happened at around 8:30 p.m. on K-14 three miles south of Lyons in Rice County.

MISSING IN KANSAS: Abbigayle 'Abbi' Greenway

MISSING IN KANSAS: Abbigayle 'Abbi' Greenway

The teen may be in one of a few different places.

High fire danger for Southwest KAKEland

High fire danger for Southwest KAKEland

Dry, warm, and windy- all ingredients needed for wildfire concerns. Western KAKEland will see all three of those Wednesday afternoon.

Kansas lawmakers discussing sports officials abuse bill

Kansas lawmakers discussing sports officials abuse bill

Some Kansas lawmakers are calling a time-out on those who attack the people who are meant to keep order in sports. A new plan could mean paying a fine for hitting a referee or getting in their face in a threatening way.

Viral TikTok video brings attention to Wichita in unexpected way

Viral TikTok video brings attention to Wichita in unexpected way

Aside from being the Air Capital of the World, Wichita is known for many things. But right now, the spotlight is on our city for something no one expected.

Kansas House advances bill potentially guaranteeing emergency care for infants born alive during abortions

Kansas House advances bill potentially guaranteeing emergency care for infants born alive during abortions

The debate over what to do if a baby is born alive after an abortion took over the Kansas House Monday. The bill in question would require doctors to provide life-giving care on the pain of probation or even a prison sentence.

Kansas Housing Resources expands eligibility for first-time home buyers program

Kansas Housing Resources expands eligibility for first-time home buyers program

The KHRC has expanded eligibility for its first-time home buyers program.

Kansas lawmaker asks for security during anti-vaccination bill hearing: ‘I don’t feel comfortable’

Kansas lawmaker asks for security during anti-vaccination bill hearing: ‘I don’t feel comfortable’

A lawmaker asked for security during a hearing on anti-vaccination legislation after one of the speakers asked Republicans to 'follow their hearts.'

Wichita State named top Kansas transfer destination for 12th consecutive year

Wichita State named top Kansas transfer destination for 12th consecutive year

Wichita State University is the most popular transfer destination for students at Kansas community colleges for the 12th year in a row.

Jerome Tang has rising Kansas State feeling sweet again

Jerome Tang has rising Kansas State feeling sweet again

One year after taking over a downtrodden program coming off three straight losing seasons, Tang and his upstart Wildcats are preparing to play Michigan State in the Sweet 16 on Thursday night.

Wichita approves Scheels naming rights on Stryker Sports Complex

Wichita approves Scheels naming rights on Stryker Sports Complex

Scheels will pay the city $625,000 over five years. Some of the money will go toward improvements, including back stop nets to prevent balls from going onto other fields. 

Kansas might give foster families more sway in adoptions. Critics worry that will delay placements

Kansas might give foster families more sway in adoptions. Critics worry that will delay placements

Some Kansas lawmakers want to give foster parents more sway in adoption cases.

Snowy owl rescued in Kansas heading north to be released into the wild

Snowy owl rescued in Kansas heading north to be released into the wild

The owl was found in Lane County in January. A game warden had to crawl under barbed wire and chase after the snowy owl before the warden and sheriff's office were able to capture it.

Small planes and secrecy: Pilots fly people to Kansas and other states for abortions

Small planes and secrecy: Pilots fly people to Kansas and other states for abortions

The flights spare people seeking stigmatized medical care from the costs, delays, and security checkpoints that go along with traditional travel.

Wichita police officer arrested, accused of child sex crimes

Wichita police officer arrested, accused of child sex crimes

Off-duty officer Brock England was booked into Sedgwick County Jail Monday evening on charges of sexual abuse of a child under 12 years old and lewd molestation.

Man critically hurt in drive-by shooting southeast Wichita

Man critically hurt in drive-by shooting southeast Wichita

It happened just before 3:45 Tuesday morning in the 3900 block of E. Roseberry St. that's near Pawnee and George Washington Boulevard. 

Winter is finally over, but getting your yard and plants green might take longer this year

Winter is finally over, but getting your yard and plants green might take longer this year

Jeremy Johnson with Johnson's Garden Center says one thing you might notice is that things are less green than usual this year. "We've been dry, and that's going to be part of it."

Crawford County crash kills 1, seriously injuries another

Crawford County crash kills 1, seriously injuries another

A crash in Crawford County killed one person and left another seriously injured. 

K-State success in NCAA Tournament could lead to bump in enrollment applications

K-State success in NCAA Tournament could lead to bump in enrollment applications

What can the impact of WSU's runs in the NCAA Tournament teach K-State's admission department as the Wildcats make the Sweet 16?

Kansas Banking Commissioner says state banks safe

Kansas Banking Commissioner says state banks safe

'Kansas banks are extremely safe. They're extremely sound,' Kansas Banking Commissioner David Herndon told Kansas lawmakers at a special briefing Monday.

'His mom received the call that no parent should hear': GoFundMe created for Kansas teen killed in car crash

'His mom received the call that no parent should hear': GoFundMe created for Kansas teen killed in car crash

A GoFundMe has been created for Mason Givens, of Colby, who was killed in a car crash on March 17. 

High winds cause Wichita landfill to close early

High winds cause Wichita landfill to close early

Brooks C&D Landfill is closing at 3 p.m. on March 20 due to sustained high winds.

Strong winds cause grass fire to spread in Kingman County

Strong winds cause grass fire to spread in Kingman County

Strong winds caused a large grass fire in Kingman County to spread at least four miles.

Jerome Tang finalist for Naismith Coach of the Year

Jerome Tang finalist for Naismith Coach of the Year

Jerome Tang has been named as a finalist for the Naismith Coach of the Year.

Family's second dog dies after attack at Kansas boarding facility

Family's second dog dies after attack at Kansas boarding facility

A newly-released Animal Control report confirms several suspicions the family had regarding the attack.

Kansas zoo announces death of beloved bald eagle

Kansas zoo announces death of beloved bald eagle

he Great Bend-Brit Spaugh Zoo said staff noticed two weeks ago that the eagle, Mrs. B, was not behaving like herself and she was moved inside for testing.

1 shot after incident at Fort Riley Army base

1 shot after incident at Fort Riley Army base

One person was shot at Fort Riley Army base on Monday after a confrontation with gate guards.

KBI: Human remains found in southeast Kansas

KBI: Human remains found in southeast Kansas

The KBI and local law enforcement are investigating a human skeleton that has been found in Allen County, Kan. near Humboldt.

Cherokee Nation holds gathering in Wichita

Cherokee Nation holds gathering in Wichita

Over 800 people attended the event at the Mid-America All Indian Museum. 

Kansas shooting suspect turns himself in after 14-year-old boy dies

Kansas shooting suspect turns himself in after 14-year-old boy dies

According to a report, the shooting occurred in the 1300 block of Maple Lane. Witnesses say the teen arrived the apartment complex address wounded.

One dead in Sunday night duplex fire

One dead in Sunday night duplex fire

One person has died following a fire on Sunday.

Nowell, late 3s lift Kansas State past Kentucky in NCAAs

Nowell, late 3s lift Kansas State past Kentucky in NCAAs

Markquis Nowell scored 23 of his 27 points after halftime and Kansas State overcame a horrid start from outside by hitting a couple of clutch 3-pointers while topping Kentucky 75-69

K-State fans excited Wildcats move to Sweet 16, optimistic about future games

K-State fans excited Wildcats move to Sweet 16, optimistic about future games

 K-State Wildcat fans at Emerson Biggins were nervous but excited for today's nail-biter of a game

Limits on foreign ownership of U.S. farmland gain support in Congress, despite skepticism

Limits on foreign ownership of U.S. farmland gain support in Congress, despite skepticism

Bipartisan momentum is building in Congress to restrict China and other foreign adversaries from purchasing U.S. farmland

2 arrested in Michigan charged in Kansas double homicide

2 arrested in Michigan charged in Kansas double homicide

The victims in the case were identified as 75-year-old Valerie Krissman and 80-year-old Roland Krissman.

Wichita Fire Department battles late Saturday blaze

Wichita Fire Department battles late Saturday blaze

The Wichita Fire Department is on the scene of a large fire at a Broadway business.

Augusta residents welcome spring

Augusta residents welcome spring

Despite the wind and cold temperatures, people still came out for the first pub crawl in Downtown Augusta.  They're already getting ready for spring and shared what the season means for them. 

Arkansas ousts defending champ Kansas from March Madness

Arkansas ousts defending champ Kansas from March Madness

Kansas’ national title defense ended on Saturday.

Kansas man killed in Germany in World War II identified

Kansas man killed in Germany in World War II identified

The remains of a Kansas man who died during World War II in Germany have been identified and will be returned to his native state for burial later this year.

Kansas lawmakers classify people with sexual development differences as disabled in revised bill

Kansas lawmakers classify people with sexual development differences as disabled in revised bill

Intersex people and those born with sexual development differences would be classified as disabled and required to use separate bathrooms and locker rooms

Juvenile dies after rear-ending a tractor in Thomas County, Kansas

Juvenile dies after rear-ending a tractor in Thomas County, Kansas

A juvenile has died after rear-ending a stopped tractor in Thomas County on Friday.

A child and 2 adults have died after crash near Preston, Kansas

A child and 2 adults have died after crash near Preston, Kansas

A head-on crash on K61 in Pratt County has killed two adults and a child on Friday afternoon.

Kansas St tops Montana St, 1st March Madness win since 2018

Kansas St tops Montana St, 1st March Madness win since 2018

Markquis Nowell had 17 points and 14 assists and No. 3 seed Kansas State held off 14th-seeded Montana State 77-65 Friday night for its first NCAA Tournament win since knocking off Kentucky in 2018 to reach the Elite Eight.

Wichita bars see boost with St. Patrick's Day and March Madness

Wichita bars see boost with St. Patrick's Day and March Madness

Between basketball and celebrating St. Patrick's Day, bars and restaurants are seeing a huge boost in business.

Wichita’s new pro basketball team draws big crowd, celebrity meet and greet at first home game

Wichita’s new pro basketball team draws big crowd, celebrity meet and greet at first home game

Wichita welcomed its new pro basketball team Friday with open arms as the 'Sky Kings' stormed the court at Koch Arena for its first-ever home game and it was nothing but energy.

Heart of KAKEland: Wichita South teacher giving students chance to work on real race car

Heart of KAKEland: Wichita South teacher giving students chance to work on real race car

At Wichita South, Darin Culver is taking his automotive class a step further than normal by giving the kids a chance to work on an Enduro race car.

Tough season ahead for allergy sufferers in Kansas

Tough season ahead for allergy sufferers in Kansas

If you suffer from allergies, brace yourself because this season is going to be a tough one.

Wichita looking at plan to shape downtown parking options

Wichita looking at plan to shape downtown parking options

The Wichita City Council will vote on a parking plan that could mean changes to downtown parking areas and rates.

Kansas appeals court reinstates lawsuit over voting law

Kansas appeals court reinstates lawsuit over voting law

The Kansas Court of Appeals on Friday reinstated a lawsuit that challenged provisions of a voting law enacted in 2021 that opponents argue is unconstitutional and limits voting rights.

March Madness without Self: Roberts has KU running smoothly

March Madness without Self: Roberts has KU running smoothly

Norm Roberts appears to have transitioned smoothly into his acting head coach role for top-seeded Kansas despite all the day-to-day uncertainty and chatter about Bill Self’s status in the NCAA Tournament.

Wichita police searching for suspect in shooting investigation

Wichita police searching for suspect in shooting investigation

Wichita police are asking for the public's assistance in their search for a shooting suspect. 

Kansas Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly vetoes bill on transgender athletes, sets up fight with GOP on legislative override

Kansas Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly vetoes bill on transgender athletes, sets up fight with GOP on legislative override

Kelly's action was expected because of her two previous vetoes. Kansas Republicans made Kelly's vetoes a major issue in multiple television attack ads when she ran for reelection last year, winning narrowly.

Salina Fire Department battalion chief dies at 52

Salina Fire Department battalion chief dies at 52

The Salina Fire Department says a battalion chief who's served the community for nearly 30 years has died.

Man sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting a child

Man sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting a child

Jonathon Elliott was sentenced on Thursday for convictions of criminal sodomy and aggravated indecent liberties with a child. 

Wichita man sentenced to 5.5 years for abusing 1-year-old son who died

Wichita man sentenced to 5.5 years for abusing 1-year-old son who died

The Sedgwick County district attorney's office said Judge Jeffrey Goering sentenced Kentrell Willingham to 66 months.

Wichita is ranked the worst US city for allergies

Wichita is ranked the worst US city for allergies

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks Wichita the most challenging place in the county to live with seasonal allergies. 

Police identify man killed in workplace accident in southwest Wichita

Police identify man killed in workplace accident in southwest Wichita

First responders were called at around 2 p.m. Thursday to an accident with a person pinned in the 3200 block of West May. They arrived an found David Adams of Towanda unconscious an not breathing.

5-year-old Kansas girl dies days after rollover crash

5-year-old Kansas girl dies days after rollover crash

Harper Rosella Louise Bryant died Saturday, five days after the March 6 crash that also injured her older sister.

Kansas family crushed after attack at boarding facility kills one dog, injures another

Kansas family crushed after attack at boarding facility kills one dog, injures another

The owner of the facility said that he’s sorry for the family, but that the facility did nothing wrong.

48th Annual Blarney Breakfast is today

48th Annual Blarney Breakfast is today

St. Patrick's Day celebration starts early today with the 48th Annual Blarney Breakfast.

Crime Stoppers: Vandalism at west Wichita public pool

Crime Stoppers: Vandalism at west Wichita public pool

Vandals hit another Wichita public pool causing thousands of dollars in damage.

What is a heart catheterization stent, and how soon might KU coach Bill Self be back on the court?

What is a heart catheterization stent, and how soon might KU coach Bill Self be back on the court?

'I think Bill Self has the magic in a team to turn it around in the second half. And he's the master of the last two minutes,' said Dr. Lyle Floyd Zepick. Zepick is a diehard KU fan who also happens to be a cardiologist.

'We've done so much work': Amtrak potentially making its way through Wichita

'We've done so much work': Amtrak potentially making its way through Wichita

The last time Wichita saw an Amtrak train moving through its neighborhoods was 1979.  Over 40 years later the rumble and whistles could be back. 

Bettors take advantage of first full day of NCAA Tournament

Bettors take advantage of first full day of NCAA Tournament

Bettors took full advantage of the first NCAA Tournament with legal betting in Kansas.

Man arrested in southwest Wichita bank robbery

Man arrested in southwest Wichita bank robbery

Brian Richards has been arrested following a bank robbery in southwest Wichita.

Kansas push for medical marijuana appears done for this year

Kansas push for medical marijuana appears done for this year

Kansas legislators aren't likely to legalize marijuana for medical uses this year following a vote Thursday.

Woman gets nearly 8 years in connection to fatal shooting during drug deal in southeast Wichita

Woman gets nearly 8 years in connection to fatal shooting during drug deal in southeast Wichita

One woman is going to prison and a second is getting probation in the 2021 shooting death of a 19-year-old man in southeast Wichita. 

No. 1 Kansas rolls past No. 16 Howard

No. 1 Kansas rolls past No. 16 Howard

The Jayhawks took care of business on Thursday in their NCAA Tournament game against Howard.

Kansas anti-ESG push slowed by debate over private investors

Kansas anti-ESG push slowed by debate over private investors

Republican lawmakers pushing to prevent Kansas from investing its funds using socially and environmentally conscious principles disagree about also imposing rules for investment managers handling private funds.

Kansas coach Bill Self to miss NCAA Tournament opener

Kansas coach Bill Self to miss NCAA Tournament opener

The Kansas Jayhawks will be without head coach Bill Self as they take on Howard in the NCAA Tournament opener Thursday afternoon.

Woman pleads guilty in fatal shooting at Wichita hotel

Woman pleads guilty in fatal shooting at Wichita hotel

A Wichita woman has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in connection to the fatal shooting of a 42-year-old man at a hotel in 2021. 

KBI identifies man found dead in a Kansas field

KBI identifies man found dead in a Kansas field

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation said Thursday that 52-year-old Peter Wittington's remains were found the afternoon of February 27 in a field near 11th and Wood streets in Galena.

Kansas lawmakers advance a plan that lets an outside group raise their pay

Kansas lawmakers advance a plan that lets an outside group raise their pay

The Kansas House approved a bill that would create an independent commission that sets the compensation package for lawmakers. Supporters argue the commission could increase pay to help more everyday Kansans to run for office.

MISSING IN KANSAS: Mark Richetti

MISSING IN KANSAS: Mark Richetti

The man was last seen in south-central Kansas.

It's time for 'March Badness 2023!'

It's time for 'March Badness 2023!'

Crime Stoppers of Wichita-Sedgwick County announces the 2023 March Badness Tournament, which will run for three weeks in March.

Community raising money for Kansas teen hit by truck, found in ditch

Community raising money for Kansas teen hit by truck, found in ditch

The Cowley County Sheriff's Office said they received a report of an injured pedestrian at around 8:15 p.m. The GoFundMe says a neighbor found Gracie thanks to the light of her cellphone. 

Police: 2 dead in Kansas house fire were suspect's parents

Police: 2 dead in Kansas house fire were suspect's parents

The victims were later identified as 57-year-old Valentin Rey and 50-year-old Rosalia Rey.

Kansas ‘school choice’ backers struggle to get past governor

Kansas ‘school choice’ backers struggle to get past governor

The Kansas House on Tuesday approved, 64-61, a bill creating a program that would give thousands of parents $5,150 for each child they want to move into home or private schools, starting in the 2024-25 school year

Kansas town looking to create pallet shelter village to address homeless in community

Kansas town looking to create pallet shelter village to address homeless in community

If all goes according to plan, the Pallet Shelters community will be up and running in June.

Wichita leaders introduce new community-wide day of caring event

Wichita leaders introduce new community-wide day of caring event

Wichita's 316 Day of Caring runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday at Century II.

Man arrested after vehicle crashes into west Wichita QuikTrip

Man arrested after vehicle crashes into west Wichita QuikTrip

Police say witnesses saw the driver deliberately crash into the store.

Wichita police arrest 2 for stealing $6,000 worth of cologne, other items

Wichita police arrest 2 for stealing $6,000 worth of cologne, other items

Gia Leininger, 20, and Jacob Villarreal, 29, were booked for felony theft. Jail records show Villarreal is also being held on a hold for another agency and a fugitive from justice warrant. 

Kansas House passes educational savings account bill by narrow margin

Kansas House passes educational savings account bill by narrow margin

The Kansas House narrowly passed the controversial educational savings account bill Wednesday, it is likely to be vetoed if it gets to the governor's desk.

Wichita I-70 murder victim's headstone blocked by mistake

Wichita I-70 murder victim's headstone blocked by mistake

'Just the most beautiful soul you ever want to meet,' is what Norman Smith had to say about his wife, Patricia Smith, who was a victim of the I-70 murders 30 years ago.  

Source: Browns, safety Thornhill agree to 3-year deal

Source: Browns, safety Thornhill agree to 3-year deal

The Cleveland Browns have reached agreement with former Kansas City Chiefs free agent safety Juan Thornhill on a contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday night.

Tickets now on sale for 'Hamilton' in Wichita

Tickets now on sale for 'Hamilton' in Wichita

As a part of the Broadway in Wichita series, 'Hamilton,' will be coming to Wichita. 

Kansas bank robbery suspect shot and killed following chase

Kansas bank robbery suspect shot and killed following chase

Body found in Overland Park home was there for 7 years

Body found in Overland Park home was there for 7 years

Former Wichita police captain charged with computer crimes

Former Wichita police captain charged with computer crimes

Sheriff: Kansas man dies after pickup goes airborne, overturns

Sheriff: Kansas man dies after pickup goes airborne, overturns

8-year-old boy dies in freak basketball accident

8-year-old boy dies in freak basketball accident

Kansas man ejected, killed in rollover crash on I-35, patrol says

Kansas man ejected, killed in rollover crash on I-35, patrol says