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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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Manhattan Dealership Burglary Under Investigation | Topeka News
Manhattan police are hunting down a burglar who smashed into Lewis Automotive Group early Monday morning, stealing over $1,000 worth of gear—no arrests yet…
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Car Crashes Into Yard in Topeka | Topeka News
A wild crash turned a Tuesday morning traffic jam in west Topeka into an even more chaotic scene— one car ended up in someone’s yard! Emergency crews rushed to…
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Teen Arrested for Aggravated Assault in Manhattan | Topeka News
Teen Arrested for Aggravated Assault in Manhattan | Topeka News
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K-4 Closure in Morris County | Topeka News
Drivers in Morris County, Kansas, brace for a one-day K-4 highway closure south of Dwight and east of White City—starting at 6:30 AM Wednesday, reopening by 7…
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Motorcycle Crash in Southeast Topeka | Topeka News
Early Tuesday morning, emergency crews raced to a motorcycle crash at the intersection of S.W. 45th Street and California Avenue in southeast Topeka — one bike…
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Pickup Hits Subaru on K-10 Highway | Topeka News
Pickup Hits Subaru on K-10 Highway | Topeka News
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Three Hurt in Kansas Highway Crash | Topeka News
A deadly crash on K-178 near Seneca, Kansas, left three people hospitalized after a Dodge Ram T-boned a Ford Explorer—two with serious injuries, one with minor…
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Spirit Halloween Shops Hit Kansas | Topeka News
Spirit Halloween is kicking off spooky season early with eight pop-up shops rolling out across Kansas—some already open, others launching this August…
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Kansas Primary Election Breakdown | Topeka News
Kansas voters made history on August fourth with a major primary election that decided governor, Senate, and dozens of other statewide offices — plus a pivotal…
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Kansas Primary Election Guide | Topeka News
Kansas voters: Don’t miss your chance to shape the state’s future—find your polling place now on the Secretary of State’s website before August 4th, when polls…
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Kansas Election Day Deep Dive | Topeka News
Kansas Election Day is packed with high-stakes races and a historic constitutional amendment on the ballot—shifting how Supreme Court justices are chosen from…
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Storm Chaser Sues Roofing Co Over Drone Footage | Topeka News
Storm chaser Reed Timmer, known from “Storm Chasers” and a meteorology PhD, is suing a Kansas roofing company for allegedly using his copyrighted drone tornado…
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Kansas Climbs to Top 25 in US State Rankings | Topeka News
Kansas just climbed to 24 in the latest US News Best States ranking — a big leap up from last year — thanks to standout performance in infrastructure (5th…
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Perseid Meteor Shower Peak This August | Topeka News
Don’t miss the Perseid meteor shower—nature’s cosmic fireworks peaking August 12-13, with up to 100 meteors an hour under a new moon’s perfect dark sky. Caused…
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Prediction Markets Call Kansas Race | Topeka News
Prediction markets are lighting up Kansas politics, with nearly $800K wagered on key races — Ty Masterson dominating the GOP governor’s race at 95% odds, Cindy…
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Topeka’s Controversial Plans and New Officers | Topeka News
A new data center near Topeka is sparking fierce local opposition, while city leaders scrapped a detention pond plan for Westboro Park after neighborhood…
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SantaCaliGon Days Curfew Proposal | Topeka News
Independence is eyeing a new six p.m. to six a.m. curfew for minors downtown during SantaCaliGon Days, aiming to keep the massive Labor Day festival…
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Former Deputy Turns Chaplain for Sheriff's Office | Topeka News
Todd Neely, a former deputy turned minister, is now the new volunteer chaplain for the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office — and he’s making waves with his…
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Westboro Park Saves Its Pond | Topeka News
Westboro Park is spared from a detention pond after locals rallied against the flood-prevention plan—turning community voice into city action. With their…
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Recycling Facility Fire in Lee's Summit | Topeka News
Firefighters in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, raced to a recycling facility blaze on SE Hamblen Road after smoke erupted around 4:02 PM — a massive pile of sorted…
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California Detention Failures Echo in Kansas | Topeka News
A damning new report on a California ICE detention center operated by CoreCivic has reignited national scrutiny of private immigration facilities, revealing…
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Kansas City Man Falls for Utility Scam | Topeka News
A Kansas City man lost over $1,000 after falling for a slick scam—thinking he was paying his Evergy bill, only to realize he’d been duped by a fraudster posing…
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Wright-Spain Takes Charge at Kansas Revenue Dept | Topeka News
Governor Laura Kelly has tapped Ryan Wright-Spain, her Chief Operating Officer, to serve as acting Secretary of the Department of Revenue — a move that follows…
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Golf Classic Funds Cancer Support | Topeka News
Join the 12th annual Golf Classic in Coffey County, Kansas, on August 14-15—where every swing helps fight cancer. Hosted at Rock Creek Country Club in…
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Topeka Jazz Workshop Brings Big Band Magic | Topeka News
Get ready to groove this Sunday at 3 PM—Topeka’s own Topeka Jazz Workshop, an 18-piece powerhouse led by new director Colman Scott, takes the stage at the…
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Topeka Watches Data Center Water Deal | Topeka News
Topeka’s city officials are closely watching a major data center proposal just outside their borders, with water rights at the heart of the debate. The project…
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I-35 Bridge Work Near Lebo | Topeka News
Traffic on southbound I-35 west of Lebo is down to one lane as crews replace aging bridge concrete—expect slowdowns and follow signs until the project wraps up…
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Yo So What Now | Topeka News
Yo So What Now | Topeka News
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Missouri Voters Weigh Big Ballot Changes | Topeka News
Kansas City voters are turning out in record numbers this election cycle, triple the usual turnout, fueled by two major ballot amendments that could reshape…
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Teen Driver Arrested After NYC Motorcycle Crash | Topeka News
A brutal crash on Manhattan’s northeast side Saturday night sent a 20-year-old motorcycle rider to the hospital after being struck by a 2013 Nissan Rogue…
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Fiduciary Betrayal: Veteran Funds Stolen | Topeka News
A Topeka woman, Lucretia Miller, 53, was sentenced to five years probation after stealing nearly $50,000 meant for her father’s veterans benefits—using it for…
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Semi Crash Closes I-35 Near Edgar Petty | Topeka News
A major pile-up on I-35 in Clay County sent shockwaves through traffic—semi-truck plus three cars tangled up near Edgar Petty Road around 10 AM. Fuel spilled…
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Operation Clean House Targets Fugitives in HUD Housing | Topeka News
Federal agents executed a massive five-day crackdown called Operation Clean House, arresting 40 violent fugitives tied to federally subsidized housing…
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Amanda's Law and Immigration Enforcement | Topeka News
Twenty years after losing his daughter Amanda in a preventable crash caused by an undocumented driver who escaped justice, Dennis Bixby turned grief into…
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Shooting in Cameron Leaves Victim Critically Wounded | Topeka News
Shooting in Cameron Leaves Victim Critically Wounded | Topeka News
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Falls Aren't Just Stumbles They're Wake-Up Calls | Topeka News
One in four adults over 65 falls each year—making it the top cause of serious injuries and death in that age group. These aren’t just minor stumbles; they…
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Kansas Judges and School Funding at Stake | Topeka News
Kansas voters face a pivotal decision in their August 4 primary, where a proposed constitutional amendment could shift judicial power from the courts back to…
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Kansas Gubernatorial Race Heats Up | Topeka News
Kansas Gubernatorial Race Heats Up | Topeka News
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Topeka’s Locomotive, Mosquito Alert, and Fraud Arrest | Topeka News
Topeka’s historic 1937 locomotive is getting a much-needed restoration thanks to dedicated volunteers—now they’re hunting for a permanent, covered home and…
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Hogball Raises Over $71K for Camp Milton | Topeka News
Hogball just smashed records, raising over $71,000 for Camp Milton — pushing their decade-long total past the $1 million mark. This annual softball tournament…
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Helen Frye Turns 105 with Wisdom and Cake | Topeka News
Helen Frye, turning 105, celebrated her milestone with a joyful community bash complete with cake and music—her secret to longevity? Just be nice. Still sharp…
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Preserving Legacies Digitally | Topeka News
This past Sunday, the Topeka Zoo’s Japanese Garden hosted a heartfelt tribute to four community leaders, spotlighting their life stories as part of the new…
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Semi Spills Liquid on Topeka Turnpike | Topeka News
Semi Spills Liquid on Topeka Turnpike | Topeka News
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Kansas City's Historic Farmers Market | Topeka News
Step into Kansas City’s historic City Market, one of the oldest and busiest farmers markets in the Midwest, celebrating National Farmers Market Week with fresh…
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Officer Nugent's Final Stand | Topeka News
On this somber Sunday, we honor Officer Edward Nugent, who gave his life 83 years ago in a courageous act of duty—responding to an abduction attempt, only to…
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West Nile Virus Threat in Kansas | Topeka News
Kansas is on high alert as West Nile virus cases surge, with mosquitoes carrying the deadly threat spreading across the state. While most infected show no…
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Lilly's Cantina: A Community Saves a Dream | Topeka News
When road construction nearly shut down Lilly’s Cantina, a family-run Mexican gem on the verge of closure, owner Teresa Grado turned to social media with raw…
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Kansas Governor’s Race Heats Up | Topeka News
Kansas’ governor’s race is heating up as Republicans scramble for Trump’s endorsement—already enough to knock one candidate out—while Democrats split between…
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Kansas Lottery & Back-to-School Updates | Topeka News
Win big? Kansas Lottery winners over $599 must claim prizes in person at headquarters in Topeka—check Powerball and Pick Three results from August 1. This…
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Back to School Fest Makes Learning Easier | Topeka News
Kansas City Public Schools kicked off the new school year with a massive Back to School Fest, handing out free backpacks and supplies at a drive-through event…
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Your Vote Matters This Tuesday | Topeka News
Kansas rallied voters this weekend to prep for Tuesday’s primaries—making sure everyone knows who’s running and how to get to the polls. Even unaffiliated…
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Kansas City’s Backpack Boost for Students | Topeka News
Operation Backpack in Kansas City just hit its seventh year—and it’s bigger, brighter, and more impactful than ever. Hundreds of families showed up to receive…
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Mentorship Builds Future Leaders | Topeka News
High Aspirations, a Kansas City nonprofit with 20+ years of experience, is empowering African-American boys through mentorship, chess, tutoring, and leadership…
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Algerian Women Celebrate Lawrence’s Welcome | Topeka News
Algerian women in Lawrence, Kansas threw a vibrant, free community party at the Granada to thank the town for its enthusiastic support of their national soccer…
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Kickball for Kindness Raises Hope | Topeka News
Local businesses and community members came together for the first-ever “Kick for Kindness” kickball tournament at Gage Park, raising funds for the Street Team…
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Van Drifts, Flips, Injures Two | Topeka News
A cargo van drifted into the path of a semi-truck on I-35 near 75th Street, flipping and sending both occupants—wearing seatbelts—to the hospital with serious…
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New Housing Law: Big Hype, Small Impact | Topeka News
A new federal housing law, the ROAD to Housing Act, just became law — the first major housing bill since the 90s — but experts say it’s more of a gentle nudge…
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County Hires Experts to Review Data Centers | Topeka News
Shawnee County is seeking an engineering firm to expertly review data center applications, ensuring zoning, land use, and development meet technical standards…
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Fieri’s Kansas Eateries: Some Still Serving | Topeka News
Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives has spotlighted seven Kansas gems since 2007 — all featured by season nine — with three still serving up their iconic…
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Names Not On Ballot But Still Playing Chess | Topeka News
The 2026 Kansas elections may not feature Laura Kelly, Sam Brownback, or Donald Trump on the ballot—but their names are already dominating campaign strategy…