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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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124 New Kansas Laws Take Effect | Wichita News
Kansas explodes with change as 124 new laws kick in July 1st — including 18 that overcame the governor’s veto — after lawmakers passed 157 fresh rules this…
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Emporia Votes to Allow Data Centers Near Homes | Wichita News
Emporia’s City Planning Commission narrowly approved rezoning 11 parcels for “light industry” and “industry flex,” paving the way for potential data centers…
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Kansas City Schools Under FERPA Fire | Wichita News
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools faces serious legal trouble after being accused of violating FERPA and Title IX — risking federal funding and possible…
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Former K-State Star Signs With 76ers | Wichita News
Wade, the former K-State standout everyone thought was done, just signed a four-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers—yes, the same team that’s been chasing…
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Gradey Dick Heads to Clippers in Kawhi Trade | Wichita News
Gradey Dick’s NBA journey just took a wild turn as he heads to the LA Clippers in a blockbuster trade that sends Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto—where he won a…
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Missouri Turns Empty Offices Into Homes | Wichita News
Missouri’s rolling out a bold new plan to fight its housing shortage by turning abandoned office buildings into homes—thanks to a 25% tax credit for…
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Kansas Trans Rights Battle Intensifies | Wichita News
Kansas is locked in a high-stakes legal battle over transgender rights, with multiple cases challenging restrictive laws now racing through the courts. One…
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Underground Refuge for Veterans | Wichita News
This year, veterans can escape Fourth of July fireworks chaos thanks to “Mission: Underground” — a quiet, safe refuge inside a salt mine, partnering Strataca…
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Late Ballots Flip Union Election | Wichita News
A razor-thin loss in a Kansas pharmacy tech union vote could be overturned after nearly 40% of ballots arrived late by mail — prompting a state board to order…
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Chinese Garden Gets Musical | Wichita News
Get ready to vibe at the Chinese Garden of Friendship—starting July 9th, they’re rolling out a nightly music series every Thursday packed with Latin, jazz, and…
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New First Responder Hub Opens in Wichita | Wichita News
A new $5 million private-funded facility called The Pinnacle is set to open in early 2025 for Wichita and Sedgwick County first responders, offering training…
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Goddard’s New Community Hub Opens | Wichita News
A new community hub has opened in Goddard, Kansas, designed to be your one-stop spot for help, resources, and connection—whether you’re new to town, a senior…
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A Family Built to Give Back | Wichita News
Corina and Bailey, a couple with four biological kids, are turning their home into a haven for foster children—housing up to seven at a time, fueled by their…
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Homelessness and Addiction in Wichita | Wichita News
Wichita city and county leaders gathered to tackle homelessness and drug abuse head-on, revealing that anti-encampment laws won’t work without enough shelter…
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Chiefs' $8B Move to Wyandotte County | Wichita News
The Kansas City Chiefs are pulling out all the stops with a $8.2 billion economic gamble across the state line, building a new stadium in Wyandotte County…
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KIDS Act Balances Safety and Privacy | Wichita News
The U.S. House just passed the KIDS Act, aiming to shield teens online by forcing social media platforms to enforce stricter rules for users under 18—but the…
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Deputy Who Groomed Minor Sentenced | Wichita News
A former sheriff’s deputy in Baxter Springs is sentenced to 18.5 years in prison for grooming and coercing a 16-year-old girl into producing child pornography…
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Kansas Laws Change Big Time July 2026 | Wichita News
Kansas is about to drop a massive wave of new laws starting July 1, 2026 — from cracking down on child exploitation and beefing up theft penalties to…
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New School Needed for Growing Magnet Program | Wichita News
Coleman Environmental Magnet Middle School is fighting for a new building—because their current one’s got pie-shaped classrooms, domed hallways, and second…
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Royals Stadium Vote in Limbo | Wichita News
Kansas City’s Royals stadium battle just got a whole lot more complicated — a citizen petition has forced a public vote, putting pressure on city council to…
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Bobcat Fever Threatens Cats in Kansas | Wichita News
Cat parents, brace yourselves—bobcat fever, a deadly tick-borne illness surging across Kansas, is no joke. With no vaccine available, prevention is your only…
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Wichita to Study New Law School | Wichita News
Wichita and Sedgwick County are launching a bold plan to build their own law school, aiming to tackle Kansas’s lawyer shortage—especially in rural western…
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WSU Tech Launches Automation Career Program | Wichita News
WSU Tech’s new Automation Engineer Technology program launches this August, training students for booming careers in advanced manufacturing and industrial…
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Kansas State Fair Rock Fest Lineup | Wichita News
Rock fans, get ready—Kansas State Fair’s Rock Fest is dropping September 19th with a triple threat: From Ashes to New, Saliva, and Saving Abel tearing up the…
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Spotting Alzheimer's Early Matters | Wichita News
Alzheimer’s often starts quietly—with repeated questions, word-finding struggles, or forgotten tasks—and catching it early can change everything. Dr. Robin…
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Three New Bengal Tiger Cubs Born | Wichita News
Tanganyika Wildlife Park just welcomed three new Bengal tiger cubs — the first litter for their parents and the first tigers born there in years — plus six…
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Salina City to Address Dover Drive Water Crisis | Wichita News
Salina’s City Commission holds a critical meeting this Wednesday at 2 PM to tackle a worsening water crisis in the Dover Drive neighborhood, where residents…
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Colby Schools Deploy AI Gun Detection | Wichita News
Colby Public Schools in Kansas has rolled out AI-powered gun detection software called ZeroEyes, scanning school camera feeds to spot potential threats before…
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Wichita Woman Indicted on 73 Fraud Charges | Wichita News
A Kansas woman faces 73 felony charges—including bank fraud, money laundering, and identity theft—for allegedly siphoning millions from her employer by forging…
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Schroyer Eyes ICE Director Role | Wichita News
Lance Schroyer, a decorated ex-Marine and 30-year veteran of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, is poised to lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement — a move…
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Mother’s Sacrifice in Fireworks Accident | Wichita News
A mom’s heroic sacrifice during a Fourth of July fireworks mishap left her with severe injuries — losing two fingers and suffering burns — but saved her…
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Chalk Declaration at Truman Library | Wichita News
Get ready to witness history in chalk—artist Kamilla Sims is creating a colossal 16x35-foot mural of the Declaration of Independence at the Harry S. Truman…
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Two Court Accountants Sentenced for $1M Fraud | Wichita News
Two former court accountants, Julia Roberts and Vicki Robinson, both in their 60s, are facing prison time after admitting to a $1 million wire fraud scheme…
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Deputy Who Exploited Child Now Serves 18 Years | Wichita News
A former sheriff’s deputy, just 25, is sentenced to 18 years and 5 months for creating child sexual abuse material after secretly meeting a 16-year-old girl…
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Small Change, Big Impact | Wichita News
Westlake Ace Hardware just donated over 200 box fans to the Salvation Army—already heading out to those who need them most. Thanks to shoppers rounding up…
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Supreme Court Affirms Birthright Citizenship | Wichita News
The Supreme Court just delivered a landmark ruling affirming birthright citizenship for anyone born on U.S. soil — a major win for immigrant families who’ve…
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Wichita’s Keeper Statues Celebrate Scouting Pride | Wichita News
Wichita’s got a new civic art star: the Quivira Council just unveiled the “Keepers on Parade” statue, part of a citywide project launched in 2015 to celebrate…
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Bringing Law School to Wichita | Wichita News
Wichita leaders are pushing a bold plan to tackle Kansas’ shrinking legal workforce: launching a satellite law school to train more lawyers for rural areas…
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Teen Pleads Guilty in Mall Shooting | Wichita News
A young man named Nathaniel Robledo has pleaded guilty to two aggravated battery charges tied to a shooting outside the Towne East Mall in August that left two…
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Elder Woman Foils $22K Bitcoin Scam | Wichita News
A Salina woman narrowly avoided losing $22,800 to a brazen scam that impersonated Apple and her bank, Sunflower Bank, demanding she withdraw cash and deposit…
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Teacher Sentenced for CSAM | Wichita News
A Topeka teacher, Joseph Donald Dube, 40, received a 90-month federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material — images…
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Wichita’s Fourth of July Window Contest | Wichita News
Downtown Wichita is turning into a patriotic art gallery with its “Fun for the Fourth Window Decorating Contest,” where local businesses showcase dazzling…
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Kansas City Zoo Expands Education Space | Wichita News
The Kansas City Zoo is set to double its classroom space with a major $15,000-square-foot expansion, designed to welcome more school groups and summer programs…
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Kansas Bans Handheld Phones in School and Construction Zones | Wichita News
Starting Wednesday, July 1st, Kansas is cracking down on distracted driving in school and construction zones by banning handheld phone use—meaning you must…
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Cheney Lake Floods Shut Down Campgrounds | Wichita News
Cheney Lake’s floodwaters are still dangerously high, with releases finally starting Monday after downstream river conditions forced delays. The lake remains…
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Ag Co-op Exec Accused of $750K Fraud | Wichita News
A woman in Colby, Kansas, named Shania Shanahan, who ran the financial operations at an ag co-op, is facing 73 federal charges—including bank fraud, money…
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Royals' $3B Ballpark District Plan | Wichita News
The Kansas City Royals are set to transform Crown Center with a $3 billion, 91-acre ballpark district, aiming for a 2031 stadium debut and full development by…
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Kansas Property Tax Crisis | Wichita News
Kansas heads into the 2026 gubernatorial race with property taxes at the center of the political storm. Senate President Ty Masterson’s “Taxpayer Bill of…
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Teen Pleads Guilty to Mall Shooting | Wichita News
An 18-year-old, Nathaniel Robledo, just pleaded guilty to attempted murder and aggravated battery after pulling a rifle and firing at two teens during a mall…
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Teen Falls from Moving Car Near Lake | Wichita News
Teen Falls from Moving Car Near Lake | Wichita News
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Tragic Drowning at Oregon’s Tamolitch Falls | Wichita News
A tragic drowning at Oregon’s scenic but deadly Tamolitch Falls claims the life of 21-year-old Kenny Truong, a finance major and founding member of Wichita…
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Two Suspects Arrested After Haysville Manhunt | Wichita News
Two suspects in their early twenties are now in custody after a high-stakes manhunt in Haysville that sent shockwaves through the community. The chase began…
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Burglary Suspect Arrested in Haysville | Wichita News
Burglary suspect captured in Haysville after a tense, multi-hour morning search—authorities say more details to come, but relief is felt after the arrest…
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Ali Siddiq’s Rise Through Consistent Grind | Wichita News
Ali Siddiq’s rising star is everywhere—from Comedy Central to Good Morning America, and dominating podcasts with Joe Rogan and Shannon Sharpe. His steady…
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Haysville Burglar Captured After Intense Manhunt | Wichita News
A wanted burglary suspect on the run in Haysville triggered a massive manhunt involving local police, the sheriff’s office, and even air support from the…
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Teen Falls From Moving Truck | Wichita News
Teen Falls From Moving Truck | Wichita News
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Supreme Court Defends Birthright Citizenship | Wichita News
The Supreme Court just ruled that birthright citizenship is firmly protected — you can’t undo it with an executive order. In a landmark decision, the justices…
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Supreme Court Lets States Ban Trans Athletes | Wichita News
The Supreme Court just handed down a major ruling letting states keep bans on transgender girls and women competing in female sports teams, with a 6-3 vote…
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Manhunt Underway in Haysville Kansas | Wichita News
A manhunt is underway in Haysville, Kansas, as police and Highway Patrol air support scour the area northwest of 79th Street South and Meridian for a suspect…