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Wichita News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Wichita News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Wichita with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, weather, and the stories shaping the community. From city developments to neighborhood updates, the show keeps you informed on what matters most across Wichita. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and stories shaping the city—produced by AI for speed…
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Kansas Cyclosporiasis Surge Explained | Wichita News
Kansas is facing a major cyclosporiasis outbreak with 55 active cases—up from 22 last week—with 37 in the U.S. and 17 linked to international travel. Health…
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Ultralight Crash in Cowley County | Wichita News
An ultralight plane crashed near Winfield Lake in Cowley County, Kansas, after engine trouble forced an emergency landing. The pilot suffered serious injuries…
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Kansas Welcomes 3 New K-9 Wildlife Detectives | Wichita News
Kansas is rolling out its newest K-9 squad—three fresh-faced labs, Maverick, Krew, and Red—set to join game wardens in 2027 after rigorous training, replacing…
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Shaq DJing at Somewhere Fest in Wichita | Wichita News
Shaq’s spinning at Somewhere Fest in Wichita this September—yes, that’s Shaquille O’Neal, DJ Diesel, headlining day one. The festival blends country stars like…
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Sedgwick County Budget Cuts and Priorities | Wichita News
Sedgwick County’s 2027 budget draft totals $624 million—with an extra $33 million for Fire District 1—while cutting over $7.5 million in department requests to…
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Motorcyclist Hit in Wichita Collision | Wichita News
A harrowing crash unfolded Wednesday night in Wichita, Kansas, when a car failed to see a motorcyclist pulling out of a private drive—sending the 37-year-old…
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Flag Stolen From Historic Fort Harker | Wichita News
A historic American flag stolen from Fort Harker in Kansas is sparking a nationwide plea for its return—undersheriff Rory Tillett warns that cameras are…
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Father Charged in Son's Fatal House Fire | Wichita News
A father in Dickinson County, Kansas, faces first-degree murder and aggravated child endangerment charges after his two-year-old son, Elijah, died in a house…
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Cursive Is Back in Wichita | Wichita News
In Wichita, Kansas, a quiet revival is underway as locals flock to cursive handwriting workshops hosted by the Sedgwick County Historical Society—drawing 20+…
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Teen Accidentally Shoots Girl While Reassembling Gun | Wichita News
A 19-year-old teen faces aggravated battery charges after accidentally discharging a handgun he was reassembling, critically injuring a 12-year-old girl in a…
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Suspicious Death in Claflin Kansas | Wichita News
A chilling welfare check in Claflin, Kansas, turned deadly when cops found a woman’s body in her garage after a week-long disappearance—blood inside, dogs…
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Mural Battle Tests Free Speech Limits | Wichita News
Salina’s Cozy Inn is locked in a legal battle over a wild, ketchup-and-mustard-flying-saucer mural that the city claims violates signage rules — but the judge…
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Valley Center Fire Future Decides Tonight | Wichita News
Valley Center Fire Future Decides Tonight | Wichita News
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ICE at Gorditas Norma Sparks Community Solidarity | Wichita News
ICE officers showed up outside Gorditas Norma, a beloved Mexican restaurant in Wichita, sparking panic and closure as staff feared for their immigrant…
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Carr Brothers Case: Slow Justice, No Rush | Wichita News
The Carr brothers, convicted in 2002 for a violent crime spree, saw their clemency request denied by Governor Laura Kelly, but their legal battle isn’t over —…
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Wichita Welcomes New Fire Chief Michael Mire | Wichita News
Wichita’s fire department is stepping into a new era with the appointment of Michael Mire as its next chief—bringing nearly three decades of elite experience…
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First Black Female Captain Felecia Norris Remembered | Wichita News
Felecia Norris, Wichita’s first African American female police captain, passed away at 68—leaving behind a legacy of trailblazing service, academic excellence…
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Heat Wave Incoming with Storms | Wichita News
Heat is brewing across the country as a high-pressure system bakes the northern half, while a low-pressure system from the south stirs up scattered…
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JJ Hayes Donates Kidney After 9-Year Ripple | Wichita News
JJ Hayes is walking away from the hospital after donating a kidney — a life-changing act sparked by a New Year’s Eve billboard in St. Louis. The surgery went…
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Wichita Welcomes New Fire Chief | Wichita News
Wichita welcomes a seasoned fire leader: Michael Mire, a 30-year veteran of Houston Fire Department and current assistant chief, is set to become the city’s…
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Three New K9 Units Join Kansas Wildlife Patrol | Wichita News
Kansas Wildlife and Parks welcomes three new K9 units—Maverick, Krew, and Red—set to begin training in February, bringing fresh energy to conservation…
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DUI Enforcement to Save Lives | Wichita News
Dodge City police are launching a two-week saturation DUI crackdown with surprise patrols and check lanes—exact times and locations TBD, but the message is…
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Sedgwick County Expands Early Voting | Wichita News
Sedgwick County’s expanding early voting access ahead of the August primary—three new locations including the new election office, downtown library, and Park…
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Ballet Meets Animation in Wonderland | Wichita News
Ballet Wichita is reimagining “Alice in Wonderland” with a groundbreaking, portable digital set created by Shocker Studios at Wichita State University. Led by…
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Cyclospora Outbreak Hits Kansas | Wichita News
Cyclosporiasis cases are surging in Kansas, with numbers doubling to 55 this past week — part of a nationwide outbreak hitting over 1,600 confirmed cases and…
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Kansas Teacher Shortages Decline | Wichita News
Kansas schools are turning a corner in teacher shortages, with vacancies dropping 9% since last fall—thanks to better retention, rising salaries, and a…
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Kansas Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Alert | Wichita News
Kansas is facing a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak with 55 confirmed cases this year—25 in just one month—with health officials pointing to contaminated…
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Sunscreen Saves Lives and Looks | Wichita News
Sunscreen isn’t just for beach days—it’s a daily health must-have, especially for young adults. Dermatologists warn that using SPF 30+ daily can slash skin…
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Wichita Man Indicted for Child Porn | Wichita News
Federal authorities indict 25-year-old Colton Wiggins of Wichita, Kansas, on one count of distributing child pornography — a charge stemming from activity in…
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Terry Trophies Return Home | Wichita News
The Great Bend Police Department pulled off a major historical win—recovering prized trophies from late baseball legend and golf champion Ralph Terry, who won…
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Two More Rescued from Same Missile Silo | Wichita News
Another wild rescue at an abandoned missile silo in Arapahoe County, Colorado—this time two teens trapped 60 feet underground. One climbed out with a rope…
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First Giraffe C-Section Calf Survives | Wichita News
In a heart-stopping medical miracle at Wichita’s Tanganyika Wildlife Park, vets performed the world’s first successful C-section on a giraffe — saving a…
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Two Homes Lost in Reno County Blaze | Wichita News
A devastating fire tore through two homes near West Avenue D and South Main Street, displacing nearly a dozen people—including three children—just as one…
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Tragic Crash on Kansas Highway | Wichita News
Tragic Crash on Kansas Highway | Wichita News
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LifeSpring Recovery Faces Community Pushback | Wichita News
A controversial addiction treatment center poised to open near Central and Andover Road is caught in a heated community debate, with residents split over…
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Kansas Primary Ballots Out Now | Wichita News
Kansas primary election is heating up—mail ballots start going out this Wednesday for key races including U.S. Senate, House, governor, and Supreme Court…
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Permanent Daylight Saving Time | Wichita News
The U.S. House just passed a historic bill to make daylight saving time permanent — goodbye, twice-yearly clock changes. Summer days stay bright and late, but…
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Lost Baseball Trophies Found in Kansas | Wichita News
Lost baseball trophies belonging to legendary Kansas native Ralph Terry—once on display at a golf course and then mysteriously vanished—are finally found by…
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Wichita’s New Pediatric Clinic Changes Everything | Wichita News
Children’s Mercy just launched a massive 18,000-square-foot pediatric clinic in Wichita, bringing top-tier heart and hormone care—including diabetes and…
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ACA Enrollment Plummets Amid Rising Costs | Wichita News
Missouri’s health insurance enrollment plummeted by nearly 25% in February, with 86,500 fewer people signing up for ACA marketplace plans — the steepest drop…
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Motorcyclist Caught Twice Speeding | Wichita News
A Kansas Highway Patrol trooper caught the same motorcyclist twice in the same 60 mph zone—first at 87, then a jaw-dropping 117—leading to a multi-count arrest…
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Wichita Libraries Battle for Budget Boost | Wichita News
Wichita’s City Council just approved the first draft of the 2027 budget — but the libraries are sparking a heated debate. While most council members agree on…
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Fourth Grader Wins National Essay Contest | Wichita News
A fourth grader from Goddard Elementary just stunned the nation by winning top honors in a massive essay contest — and she’s only 10. Olivia Sinness, answering…
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Faith Leaders Push for Death Penalty Abolition | Wichita News
Faith leaders and activists stormed the Kansas Statehouse demanding Governor Laura Kelly commute all death sentences to life without parole, arguing the state…
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Hutchinson Removes Traffic Lights | Wichita News
Hutchinson is ditching traffic lights at three intersections after an engineering study proved they’re no longer needed—based on traffic volume, accident…
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Hutchinson Removes Traffic Lights | Wichita News
Hutchinson is ditching traffic lights at three intersections after an engineering study proved they’re no longer needed—based on traffic volume, accident…
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Country View Elementary Gets Smaller | Wichita News
Winfield School Board just made a big call: starting in 2026-2027, Country View Elementary will shrink to grades K-4, kicking out fifth graders. Why? Fewer…
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New Wichita Clinic Brings Pediatric Care Closer to Home | Wichita News
Children’s Mercy just unveiled a brand-new, 18,000-square-foot pediatric clinic in Wichita—designed to bring top-tier care closer to home, slashing travel time…
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Kansas Voters Decide Supreme Court Selection | Wichita News
Kansas voters face a pivotal choice on August 4th: should the state’s Supreme Court justices be elected by the public or chosen by a panel of lawyers?…
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Record Lottery Jackpots Explained | Wichita News
Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots are exploding, combining for over $1.1 billion—the eighth-largest lottery payout in U.S. history. Powerball sits at $498…
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Chester Lewis Academy Demolition | Wichita News
The historic Chester Lewis Academy in northeast Wichita, once home to multiple schools and standing for 75 years, is finally coming down after years of safety…
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Toilet Flooded School Elevator | Wichita News
A busted school elevator, costing $40K to fix, was caused by a faulty toilet that flooded the building over the Fourth of July. The school board acted fast…
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Salina Water Crisis Gets First Relief | Wichita News
Salina City Hall is abuzz as residents demand answers about their murky, off-tasting water—blaming aging pipes. In response, the city’s launching a new relief…
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Augusta Water Rates Face Vote | Wichita News
Augusta, Kansas is on the verge of a major water rate hike—set to take effect August 1—with the average bill jumping $7.60. City leaders have been scrambling…
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Wichita's 2027 Budget Breakdown | Wichita News
Wichita’s 2027 budget leaps to over $800 million — a $224 million jump — as new City Manager Dennis Marstall outlines major investments in employee raises, a…
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Woman Pleads Guilty in Burning Man Case | Wichita News
A woman named Molly Hubbard, 36, just pleaded guilty to reckless involuntary manslaughter, two burglaries, and aggravated criminal damage after her actions led…
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Clear Traffic Warrants in Wichita | Wichita News
Wichita’s rolling out “Second Chance Thursday” on July 16th from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Carl Brewer Community Center — your one-stop fix for traffic tickets…
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Heat Wave Ahead, Rain Coming | Wichita News
Heat’s here to stay — expect scorching temps in the upper 80s to low 90s through Friday, with a serious heat wave brewing from Friday through Monday. A stray…
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Car Crashes Into Mulvane Home | Wichita News
A car veered off K-15 near Willow Lane Tuesday afternoon, plowed through a ditch, and crashed into a Mulvane home—sending the driver to a Wichita hospital with…
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Valley Center Speed Limits Updated | Wichita News
Valley Center’s Department of Public Safety just rolled out new speed limits to boost safety—matching posted speeds to actual driving patterns and urban…