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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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July 4th Feeding Costs Rise | Wichita News
July 4th cookouts are getting pricier—feeding ten now costs $73.82, up 4% from last year. Beef and buns are the main culprits, while potatoes and eggs offer…
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Wichita Pauses Second Robotic Dog Purchase | Wichita News
Wichita’s police are on hold with their robotic dog purchase—after approving one for the bomb squad at $340K, the city’s paused the second unit until January…
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Fifth Graders Celebrate America's 250th | Wichita News
Wichita’s downtown is bursting with youthful patriotism—66 one-of-a-kind banners, handcrafted by fifth graders from 12 schools, celebrate America’s 250th…
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Hit-and-Run Convict Faces Jail If He Fails Probation | Wichita News
Hit-and-Run Convict Faces Jail If He Fails Probation | Wichita News
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Keep Pets Safe This July 4th | Wichita News
Fireworks aren’t fun for pets—they’re terrifying. With the Fourth of July approaching, the Kansas Humane Society warns of a spike in lost animals due to loud…
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Wichita Man Sentenced After Fatal Crash | Wichita News
A Wichita man, Blaine Hughes, just got sentenced to three years probation for fatally hitting a cyclist and fleeing the scene—his truck later found at his…
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Kansas Lakes Face Algae Threat Again | Wichita News
Kansas is sounding the alarm again on blue-green algae, with new advisories for four lakes and watches for several others—stay out of the water where you see…
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Arkansas City Man Found Dead | Wichita News
A 38-year-old man named James Brown the Sixth was found dead in a home in Arkansas City on Tuesday, sparking an investigation as authorities struggle to…
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Firefighters Rescue Dog from River | Wichita News
Coffeyville firefighters had a wild night rescuing a dog stuck in the Verdigris River—complete with a surprise bite from the pup, but no one got hurt. The crew…
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Minisa Bridge Gets Historic Makeover | Wichita News
Wichita’s iconic Minisa Bridge, a historic Pueblo Deco landmark over the Little Arkansas River since 1932, is getting a major rehab—shutting down to cars this…
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Man Pleads Guilty in Wife’s Murder | Wichita News
Twenty-nine-year-old Joshua Orlando just pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and aggravated kidnapping in the fatal shooting of his estranged wife, Ivy…
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Garden City Warns About Utility Scams | Wichita News
Garden City warns residents about fake utility bill scams targeting fear and urgency—these callers claim your power’s about to shut off unless you pay…
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Kansas Ranks Third in Fireworks Imports | Wichita News
Kansas ranks third nationally in fireworks imports per person, bringing in $16 million last year—about $5.53 per resident. Neighbors Missouri follow closely in…
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Teen Charged in Fatal Roadside Shooting | Wichita News
An 18-year-old in Kansas, Daniel Hawkinson, faces voluntary manslaughter after allegedly shooting and killing 19-year-old Joshua Soden during a heated…
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Wichita School Board and Union Back at Table | Wichita News
Wichita’s school board and teachers union are back at the table today for a high-stakes contract negotiation, after talks stalled last month—this time with no…
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July 4th Business Hours Guide | Wichita News
July 4th means most banks, post offices, and government buildings are closed—but don’t panic, plenty of stores and restaurants are still open! Home Depot and…
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30 Years of Giving in Western Kansas | Wichita News
Thirty years of impact: The Western Kansas Community Foundation has gifted over $30 million to southwest Kansas since 1996, empowering nonprofits, students…
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Barton College Joins Metallica Scholars | Wichita News
Metallica’s All Within My Hands Foundation just dropped a major education boost: Barton Community College in Kansas is now part of the Metallica Scholars…
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Epley Drops Out, Backs Carmichael | Wichita News
Kansas’s Democratic race for the 4th congressional district just got a major shake-up as Cole Epley, a veteran Army Reserve sergeant and social services…
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Knife Attack Ends in Fatal Police Shooting | Wichita News
A tense standoff erupted in Kansas City, Kansas, when police responded to a family disturbance involving 24-year-old Bruce Charles Thomas, who allegedly…
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Minisa Bridge Repairs & Traffic Changes | Wichita News
Wichita’s iconic Minisa Bridge, a historic Art Deco landmark on the National Register with Native American carvings, is getting major repairs—brick road…
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Big Rig Fire Disrupts Highway Fifty-four | Wichita News
Big Rig Fire Disrupts Highway Fifty-four | Wichita News
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North Salina Water Crisis Deepens | Wichita News
North Salina residents are furious over years of contaminated water, with rust-stained taps and health concerns forcing them to filter every drop—while city…
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Walker Jenkins Saves Young Fan | Wichita News
Walker Jenkins, Minnesota Twins farm system standout and Wichita fan favorite, turned heads this week not for his baseball skills—but for his heroic actions…
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Caminero’s Power Surge Leads Rays | Wichita News
Tampa Bay Rays crush the Royals 4-0 in a dominant win, extending their streak to seven straight victories. Junior Caminero steals the show with his sixth…
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Lone Bison Solar Faces Final Vote | Wichita News
A massive 4,000-acre solar farm, Lone Bison Solar, is poised to break ground in Finney County, Kansas — between Ulysses and Garden City — after receiving a…
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Cosmosphere Reopens for Sunflower Summer | Wichita News
Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure: the Cosmosphere in Wichita is back with the Sunflower Summer Program, giving Kansas kids and one guest free…
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Anthony Rosas Military Legacy | Wichita News
Anthony Rosas lived up to his military legacy, following in his dad’s footsteps through the Air Force and into police work, guarding nuclear missiles in…
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SR-71 Blackbird in Kansas | Wichita News
The SR-71 Blackbird, the ultimate Cold War spy plane, is now a centerpiece at the Cosmosphere in Hutchinson, Kansas — a stealthy marvel built by Lockheed’s…
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Marshall Green Jr. Sentenced in Wichita Drug Ring | Wichita News
Wichita’s biggest drug ring just got its final verdict: Marshall Green Jr., 46, sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for trafficking fentanyl and meth, plus…
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Travis Briscoe Convicted in Parking Spot Tragedy | Wichita News
An Oklahoma man just got convicted of vehicular homicide after a parking spot brawl at a Love’s Truck Stop turned deadly—witnesses caught him telling the…
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Kansas Funds Rural Downtown Revival | Wichita News
Kansas just poured $750,000 into rural downtowns to breathe new life into historic buildings—turning them into startup incubators, co-working spaces, and…
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World Cup Tickets Drop at Arrowhead | Wichita News
FIFA World Cup knockout games are heating up—and so are ticket deals. After sky-high prices made attending feel like a luxury only the rich could afford, savvy…
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Kansas Rural Hospitals Get $83M Boost | Wichita News
Kansas just landed an $83 million federal lifeline to keep its rural hospitals open and thriving, thanks to a new CMS program that boosts reimbursement rates…
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Joshua Orlando Pleads Guilty in Wife's Murder | Wichita News
Joshua Orlando, accused of killing his estranged wife Ivy Unruh in April, just pleaded guilty to first-degree felony murder and aggravated kidnapping. The…
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Kansas Rural Hospitals Get $72M Boost | Wichita News
Kansas rural hospitals are set to receive a major lifeline with $72 million in new annual funding, thanks to expanded state health care funding. The Centers…
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Douglas Ave Tag Office Hours Change | Wichita News
Sedgwick County’s Douglas Avenue tag office is ditching the 7 AM start for good—now opening at 8 AM to match full staffing and slash those infamous long lines…
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Cheney Lake Closures & Camping Tips | Wichita News
Fourth of July weekend at Cheney Lake is packed—but some campsites are closed due to flooding. Hobie Beach, Heimerman Point, M&M Point, and Wichita Point are…
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NSDAR Celebrates 250th with Patriotic Party | Wichita News
The Daughters of the American Revolution kicked off America’s 250th birthday with a patriotic bash at a Wichita VA hospital—complete with cake, tea, and a…
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Kansas Coin in Nation’s 250-Year Time Capsule | Wichita News
A Kansas time capsule, part of America’s 250th birthday celebration, holds a Dwight D. Eisenhower Challenge Coin and contributions from every state, territory…
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Kansas City Schools Under Federal Probe | Wichita News
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools faces a federal probe over alleged Title IX and FERPA violations, accused of letting male students use female facilities — a…
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Body Found in Arkansas City Home | Wichita News
A body was discovered inside a home in Arkansas City, Kansas, sparking an ongoing investigation. Authorities are seeking public assistance to identify the…
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Kamilla Sims Unveils Giant Chalk Mural | Wichita News
Wichita artist Kamilla Sims is painting history with chalk this Saturday at the Truman Presidential Library, unveiling her biggest mural yet—a dazzling…
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Survive and Thrive in Wichita Pride | Wichita News
Wichita’s Pride wrapped up with a defiant “Survive and Thrive” theme, echoing resilience amid rising anti-LGBTQ laws in Kansas—from restroom bans to trans…
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Wichita Fireworks Safety Guide | Wichita News
Wichita’s fireworks season is heating up—June 27 to July 5—with strict rules to keep you safe and avoid big fines. Aerial fireworks? Only July 3–5, 10 AM to…
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Kansas Lets You Expunge Evictions Online | Wichita News
Kansas just launched a game-changing online tool: the Eviction Expungement Portal. Designed for folks without lawyers, it lets you clear eviction records if…
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Laser at Plane Lands Two Women in Trouble | Wichita News
Late Tuesday night, a Nebraska State Patrol plane was targeted by a laser over Lincoln, leading to the arrest of two women who were also found with drugs. The…
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Kansas Launches Early Childhood Office | Wichita News
Kansas just launched its new Office of Early Childhood — a bold move to unify 20 state services for young kids, from daycare licensing to family support…
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League 42 Scandal and Child Safety Gaps | Wichita News
Bob Lutz, founder and longtime leader of Wichita’s League 42 youth baseball program, refuses to step down despite a scandal involving a coach who’s a…
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Body Found in Arkansas City Home | Wichita News
A chilling discovery in Arkansas City has police digging into the death of an unidentified person found inside a home on South Tenth Street. Officers responded…
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Newman Launches AI Institute for Kansas | Wichita News
Newman University is launching a bold new institute to ensure AI is developed and used ethically, with human dignity at its core. Designed to spread…
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Wichita Drug Ring Sentenced | Wichita News
A Wichita man, Marshall Green Junior, just received a 25-year federal sentence for his role in a massive fentanyl and meth trafficking ring, alongside a…
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Kansas License Law Backfires | Wichita News
A transgender woman in Kansas faced legal trouble after complying with a new law requiring driver’s licenses to match sex assigned at birth — only to be pulled…
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Judge Blocks Nursing Loan Cap | Wichita News
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a new rule that would’ve capped nursing students’ federal loans at $100,000 total—$20,000 per year—fearing it would…
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Pastor’s Final Fight for His Daughter | Wichita News
Pastor Steven Mills, a cancer survivor turned dialysis patient, is fighting for his life—and his daughter’s future—after treatments that saved him now leave…
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Elephant Baby Boom at Sedgwick Zoo | Wichita News
Sedgwick County Zoo’s African elephant herd is buzzing with excitement as Simunye, a seasoned mom, nears the end of her pregnancy—expected to deliver early…
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Pastor’s Final Battle for His Daughter | Wichita News
Pastor Steven Mills, a cancer survivor turned kidney failure patient, is fighting for his life—and his daughter’s future—while undergoing grueling dialysis and…
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Detour Ends But Work Continues | Wichita News
After months of chaos, the detour on Kansas Highway 156 west of Jetmore is finally lifted—thanks to a crackdown on big rigs ignoring signs and tearing up…
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Simunye’s Pregnancy Brings Hope | Wichita News
Simunye, the beloved African elephant at Sedgwick County Zoo, is halfway through her 22-month pregnancy — and the whole zoo is buzzing with hope for her summer…
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Sedgwick County Tag Offices Now Open at 8 AM | Wichita News
Sedgwick County’s tag offices and call centers are slashing hours—now opening at 8 AM instead of 7 AM—catching early birds off guard as some showed up at 6 AM…