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Topeka News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Topeka News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Topeka 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 Topeka. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and stories shaping the city—produced by AI for speed, consistency…
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Finding Support After a Diabetes Diagnosis | Topeka News
New to diabetes? You’re not alone. A fresh diagnosis means adjusting your diet, meds, and daily habits — and it can feel overwhelming. That’s why a new free…
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Kansas City Fire Under Control | Topeka News
Kansas City Fire Under Control | Topeka News
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Kansas Invests in Rural Health Through Nutrition | Topeka News
Kansas just poured over a million dollars into rural healthcare, funding seven health groups through the Rural Health Transformation Program. The big push?…
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Shelter and Support After Winfield Tragedy | Topeka News
A shocking surge in calls to the Manhattan Crisis Center follows a deadly domestic violence shooting in Winfield, Kansas — and experts warn this is often the…
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Quilts and Community in Hillsdale Recovery | Topeka News
After a devastating EF-two tornado tore through Hillsdale, the community’s resilience shines through in quiet acts of care — like handmade quilts delivered by…
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Wyandotte County’s 311 Upgrade Plan | Topeka News
Wyandotte County is set to upgrade its aging 311 system to finally close the loop for residents—making it easier to report issues like potholes or missed trash…
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Randy Travis Returns to Topeka Stage | Topeka News
TPAC’s new season drops with a wallet-friendly, crowd-pleasing lineup that’s got something for everyone—from comedy and soul to country legends and stunt dogs…
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Emporia Rebuilds with Students and New Business | Topeka News
Emporia’s Chamber of Commerce is revving up to rebuild the city’s economy and community spirit after a wave of major business departures, launching bold new…
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Race for Parkinson's Awareness | Topeka News
Race for a cause: Join the Speedy PD Race on August 29 at Tuttle Creek State Park to raise funds and awareness for Parkinson’s support programs at Meadowlark…
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Dream Acres Grows with Lowe's Grant | Topeka News
Dream Acres in Topeka just landed a $100,000 Lowe’s Community Impact grant to launch a transformative greenhouse and aquaponics project, empowering adults with…
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Flock Safety Tightens Privacy Rules | Topeka News
Flock Safety is rolling out major privacy upgrades to its controversial license plate reader system, slashing default data retention from 30 days to just…
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Celestial Fireworks: Meteor Showers You Can See | Topeka News
Missed the Perseids? No problem—they’re still around until August 24th. But don’t worry, the real sky shows are coming: Orionids peak October 22-23 with 10-20…
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Kansas Turnpike Upgrade Costs Drivers | Topeka News
Kansas is rolling out a $500 million upgrade to the Kansas Turnpike, widening lanes and modernizing interchanges and tech to ease traffic between Kansas City…
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Blue Springs Officers Sue Over Discrimination | Topeka News
Three Blue Springs PD leaders sue the city over age and gender bias, retaliation, and a toxic workplace culture — alleging promotions favored younger officers…
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Kansas Turnpike Tolls Rise for Big Upgrades | Topeka News
Kansas Turnpike is set to raise tolls by 3% for cars and 4% for big rigs starting September 2026, with annual hikes over three years — the first since 2022…
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Secret Surveillance Exposed | Topeka News
New court docs reveal a massive, secret government surveillance operation targeting labor unions and progressive groups — far beyond the 15 indicted. Agents…
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Topeka Street Closed Due to Sinkhole | Topeka News
A sinkhole on Southeast Maryland Avenue in Topeka’s Highland Park neighborhood has forced a three-week road closure starting Thursday afternoon. City crews are…
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80-Year-Old Inmate Dies in Prison Cell | Topeka News
An 80-year-old inmate, Larry James Gregg, died unexpectedly in his cell at Lansing Correctional Facility. Prison staff responded immediately, but he could not…
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AI and the Secret Data Battle | Topeka News
Evergy is urging regulators to shield its private data from public AI tools, fearing sensitive business and customer info could leak into competing platforms…
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I-70 Closure in Topeka Starts Monday | Topeka News
Drivers in Topeka, listen up: starting Monday, a major stretch of I-70 will be shut down for bridge construction over California Avenue. Expect detours—take…
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Justice Dept Challenges State Tuition Policies | Topeka News
The Justice Department is launching a major legal battle against New York, Connecticut, and Vermont over their in-state tuition policies for undocumented…
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Topeka to Nevada Direct Flight | Topeka News
Topeka’s getting a direct flight to Nevada’s Laughlin—no layovers, just casino fun starting November 9th. Sponsored by Riverside Resort & Casino, this charter…
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Kansas Seeks Federal Aid After June Storms | Topeka News
Governor Laura Kelly is calling on the federal government for major disaster aid after devastating weather from June 18–30 slammed Kansas with tornadoes, hail…
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A.M. Extra: Your Daily Morning Brief | Topeka News
Get your morning news fix fast with A.M. Extra, the new 30-minute daily livestream hitting weekdays at 8 AM on wibw.com or Roku. Hosted by Jared Broyles and…
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Early Morning Car-Deer Crash Near Topeka | Topeka News
Early Morning Car-Deer Crash Near Topeka | Topeka News
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Seat Belt Saves Lives, One Tragic Crash Shows Why | Topeka News
A deadly crash on US-69 in Johnson County, Kansas, left one woman dead and two children injured after a 2008 Honda lost control following a sudden stop by a…
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Former Sheriff’s Employee Sues Over Alleged Assault | Topeka News
A former Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office employee is suing a former lieutenant for sexual assault in June 2025, alleging battery and emotional distress worth…
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Topeka’s Boundaries, Data Centers, and School Spirit | Topeka News
Topeka’s future hangs in the balance as city leaders weigh joining a federal lawsuit over disputed tribal land, sparking heated debate between protecting city…
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Foreigner & High School Choir Collide | Topeka News
Foreigner’s legendary rock tour just got a whole lot sweeter — they’re bringing the Liberty High School Choir onstage this Friday at Morton Amphitheater to…
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One Billion Dollar Powerball Jackpot | Topeka News
Powerball hit a jaw-dropping $1 billion jackpot—its eighth-largest ever—after no one won on Monday, making Wednesday’s draw the biggest lottery payout of the…
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Decades of Crimes by Ronald Williams | Topeka News
A chilling look at Ronald Williams Senior, a registered sex offender with a decades-long criminal history spanning attempted child rape, assault on cops…
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Kansas Advocates Push for Independent Living | Topeka News
Disability advocates in Kansas are fighting to revive the Money Follows the Person program, which empowers individuals with disabilities to live independently…
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Businesses Backing Guard Members | Topeka News
Local businesses in Kansas are being celebrated for going above and beyond to support National Guard service members—offering family care, emergency help, and…
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Stanley the Scarecrow Welcomes New Students | Topeka News
First-day jitters? McCarter Elementary in Topeka turned them into giggles with Stanley the Scarecrow—snapping pics, handing out hugs, and turning nervous kids…
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Riley County Jail Overwhelmed | Topeka News
The Riley County Jail is bursting at the seams, housing 143 inmates today—up from just 82 in 2016—and straining budgets with over $6,000 monthly costs to house…
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Fashion Show Fights Suicide | Topeka News
This Saturday, September 5th, Topeka hosts a powerful fashion show where style meets survival—Speak Up, Speak Out Mental Health Fashion Show by HEARTS. Founded…
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Hot Alma Nights Funds Local Medical Needs | Topeka News
This weekend, Alma, Kansas, transforms into a rolling tribute to classic cars and community spirit at Hot Alma Nights — a massive car show raising funds for…
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Topeka Zoo’s Sophie & Camps | Topeka News
Meet Sophie, the 19-year-old Lesser Madagascar Tenrec at Topeka Zoo—twice her species’ average lifespan and a cancer survivor! She’s a star attraction for the…
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Missouri Vaccination Rates Drop | Topeka News
Missouri’s kindergarten vaccination rates are slipping below the 90% threshold needed for herd immunity, leaving communities more vulnerable to preventable…
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Apache Helicopter Crash in Salado Texas | Topeka News
Two soldiers died when an Apache attack helicopter crashed in Salado, Texas, sparking a grass fire and triggering evacuations. Multiple agencies rushed to the…
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Kansas Law Enforcement Gets $290M Boost | Topeka News
Federal cash is pouring into Kansas law enforcement—nearly $290 million across nine counties—to modernize gear, boost training, and tackle crime with smarter…
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Kansas Town Pays Reporter After Police Raid | Topeka News
In a landmark case for press freedom, a Kansas town pays $850,000 to a reporter whose office was raided, sparking national outcry and legal battles over…
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Former Cop Indicted for Child Porn Allegations | Topeka News
A former Parsons, Kansas cop, Tyller White, faces federal charges for allegedly attempting to produce child pornography after recording a minor in a bathroom…
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Kansas Funds Frontline Support for Victims | Topeka News
Kansas is rolling out a powerful new wave of funding to protect and empower victims of crime — from domestic violence and sexual assault to child abuse and…
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Man Steals School Bus From Empty Building | Topeka News
A 50-year-old man in Liberty, Missouri, pulled off a bizarre heist—breaking into a school’s support services building and stealing a school bus. Police, aided…
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Feds Sentence Sex Offender to 15 Years | Topeka News
A 35-year-old man with a prior sex offender conviction just received a 15-year federal sentence for distributing child sexual abuse material involving kids…
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Olathe’s Century-Old Festival Returns | Topeka News
Olathe, Kansas is rolling out the red carpet for its 128th Old Settlers Festival — the biggest parade in Kansas plus carnival rides, live music, and community…
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Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Child Porn | Topeka News
A 35-year-old man, David Mark Jones, faces 15 years in prison for distributing and possessing child pornography — including images of kids under 12 — during a…
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Demari Owens Sentenced to Life | Topeka News
Eighteen-year-old Demari Owens just received a life sentence with 50 years minimum after being convicted of first-degree murder, attempted murder, and firearm…
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Two-Car Crash in West Topeka | Topeka News
Two-Car Crash in West Topeka | Topeka News
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Man Threatened With Gun in Manhattan | Topeka News
Man Threatened With Gun in Manhattan | Topeka News
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7Brew Coffee Spot Sparks Traffic Debate | Topeka News
A new coffee spot, 7Brew, is eyeing a prime location at 2803 Eaglecrest Drive—right next to Taco Bell. Initial traffic data shows a massive spike from 50 to…
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Shooting in Topeka Leaves One Injured | Topeka News
At 3:39 AM on a Friday in Topeka, a shooting left one man wounded but not life-threatening. Police identified Joshua Neal Reynolds, 42, as the suspect, booking…
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Man Arrested for Assault and Robbery | Topeka News
Man Arrested for Assault and Robbery | Topeka News
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Kansas SNAP Penalties and Policy Stalemate | Topeka News
Kansas faces a potential $20.6 million federal penalty despite slashing SNAP error rates from over 12% to just 7.8% since the One Big Beautiful Bill Act took…
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Topeka Halts Data Center Utilities | Topeka News
Topeka’s city council just slammed the brakes on new data centers—no power, no water, not even hookups for sites inside or outside city limits. They bypassed…
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Shawnee County House Races Breakdown | Topeka News
Voters in Shawnee County are gearing up for a pivotal November election, with five state representative races heating up. Some incumbents like Kyle McNorton…
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Topeka City Council Weighs In on Lottery Lawsuit | Topeka News
Topeka City Council votes to explore joining the Kansas Lottery in a high-stakes legal battle with the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, who claim lottery…
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Topeka’s Big Weekend Events | Topeka News
Get ready for fun and big news in Topeka! This Saturday, kids can explore fire trucks and construction gear at the free Touch-A-Truck event at Evergy Plaza…
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Topeka Council Balances Budget and Safety | Topeka News
Topeka City Council faces tough budget calls as it eyes ending school resource officer contracts by 2027, citing cost and staffing shifts — despite school…