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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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- Topeka News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Ty Weber Leads, Lottery Winners Claim Prizes | Topeka News
Ty Weber, a Topeka native and standout tight end, is stepping into a leadership role for Washburn University’s football team this fall, balancing hard work and…
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West Ridge Mall Gets Major Makeover | Topeka News
West Ridge Mall is transforming with a major facelift—new glass walls, an open entrance, upgraded lighting and flooring, all aimed at staying relevant in…
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Topeka Music Scene Census Live | Topeka News
Topeka’s music community is rallying to save its live sound scene—Arts Connect just launched a census to uncover the real struggles of musicians, venues, and…
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So Soul Summer Party in Topeka | Topeka News
Don’t miss Living the Dream, Inc.’s high-energy So Soul Summer party—your chance to dance, celebrate, and support a local cause all in one night. Mark your…
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Zoom the Three-Legged Hero Finds His Forever Home | Topeka News
Meet Zoom, a three-legged, smiling rescue dog who’s ready to steal your heart—and your home. After losing a leg to save his life, he’s now healed and thriving…
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Young Musicians Shine in Topeka | Topeka News
Young prodigies took center stage at White Concert Hall in Topeka, dazzling audiences with piano performances ranging from Mozart to modern hits. From…
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Independence School District Drops Lawsuit Over Tax Credits | Topeka News
Jackson County’s tax credit plan has sparked a major showdown with the Independence School District, which has now dropped its lawsuit — mirroring a county…
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Kansas Hires Pro GM to Boost Revenue | Topeka News
Kansas is shaking up its athletic department by bringing in Sam Strantz from the Houston Rockets as Executive Director of Front Office Strategy and Operations…
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Chase Ends With Driver Jumping Out | Topeka News
A high-speed chase in Lawrence, Kansas, turned wild when a stolen Chevy Silverado bolted from police after a near-collision, hitting 70 mph and eventually…
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Missouri Sticking With Early Voting | Topeka News
Missouri’s sticking with its two-week no-excuse early voting window, defying national trends toward tighter election rules — and voters love it. The Secretary…
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Topeka Meeting Sparks Transparency Debate | Topeka News
In Topeka, a controversial gathering between city council members, nearly the entire school board, and Compass Datacenters sparked a legal and transparency…
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Former Mail Carrier Pleads Guilty | Topeka News
A former mail carrier in Scott City, Kansas, Amanda Tucker, has pleaded guilty to stealing mail from her route — a crime that endangered lives by jeopardizing…
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Boil Advisory Lifted in Pottawatomie County | Topeka News
Boil water advisory lifted for most of Pottawatomie County, Kansas, after a water line break caused pressure loss — but Delia’s advisory remains in place…
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Man Arrested on Multiple Charges in Manhattan | Topeka News
A 24-year-old man in Manhattan, Kansas, is facing serious charges—including aggravated assault, cruelty to animals, theft, and even aggravated kidnapping—after…
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55-Year-Old Hits Building in Early Morning Crash | Topeka News
55-Year-Old Hits Building in Early Morning Crash | Topeka News
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Camp Fury Empowers Young Women in Public Safety | Topeka News
Kansas City’s Camp Fury is igniting young women’s futures—hands-on fire training, drone tech, CPR, and gear-up sessions led by real female first responders are…
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Three Motorbikes, One Fatality in KC | Topeka News
Three motorbikes and a car collided in a deadly crash in Kansas City, Kansas, late Thursday night — one rider dead at the scene, another in critical condition…
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Corson Outspends Holscher in Democratic Race | Topeka News
Corson’s campaign is dominating the Democratic gubernatorial race with a staggering fundraising edge—over $2 million raised versus Holscher’s $800K—and…
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Stormont Vail Drops Lawsuits for 11 Patients | Topeka News
Stormont Vail Healthcare dropped lawsuits against eleven low-income patients after discovering they qualified for financial aid — and all garnished wages will…
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Self-Funded Race for Kansas Governor | Topeka News
In Kansas’s governor’s race, top contenders Philip Sarnecki and Scott Schwab are pouring their own cash into campaigns—Sarnecki with $3.4 million, Schwab with…
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REH 2.0 Bill Aims to Save Rural Hospitals | Topeka News
A new bill, REH 2.0, introduced by Senators Jerry Moran and Tina Smith, is poised to revitalize rural hospitals across Kansas and beyond by boosting funding…
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Topeka’s Changing Landscape | Topeka News
Topeka’s Westboro neighborhood is in a standoff over a proposed stormwater pond that could replace green space — residents say flooding isn’t the issue and…
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Missing Topeka Man With Dementia | Topeka News
A 76-year-old man, Jerry J. Hattley, went missing in Topeka after last being seen at 10:45 PM on SE Lafayette Street. Described as a Black male, 5’11”, 170…
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Topeka Crime Drops Thanks to Community | Topeka News
Topeka’s crime numbers are dropping fast—overall crime down 34%, violent crime 18%, and homicides are falling too. Chief Chris Vallejo credits the progress to…
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Kansas City Homicide at 48th and Vermont | Topeka News
A deadly shooting erupted at the intersection of 48th and Vermont in Kansas City, initially reported as an accident but quickly revealed to be a homicide. The…
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Bryant School’s Future Decided by You | Topeka News
The historic Bryant School in Kansas City, vacant since 2009 and built in 1915, faces a tough decision: tear it down for 20 or 14 single-family lots, or…
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New Hope for Early Alzheimer's | Topeka News
Stormont Vail Health is now offering Kisunla, a groundbreaking FDA-approved treatment for early Alzheimer’s and mild cognitive impairment, designed to slow…
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Shawnee County Weighs Data Center Plans | Topeka News
Shawnee County is weighing a bold new move: building a data center — but only after strict vetting. Engineering firms can’t already be working with data center…
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Westboro Park Under Threat | Topeka News
Topeka’s Westboro Park, a cherished 100-year-old community hub, is facing a major overhaul: the city plans to turn part of it into a $400K+ stormwater…
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Darana Track Through the Hiccups | Topeka News
Rumors swirl that Darana Heartland Motorsports Park might be for sale, but new GM Jeff Parker shuts down speculation—offers have been made, but owner Darryl…
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Kansas Supreme Court Upholds Mail Ballot Grace Period | Topeka News
Kansas Supreme Court upholds the three-day mail-in ballot grace period for the upcoming primary, blocking a new law that would have required ballots to be…
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Amber Simpson's Remains Found | Topeka News
Amber Simpson, 41, vanished in May but was officially reported missing in June—now, skeletal remains found in Missouri have been confirmed as hers, triggering…
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Peanuts Musical Comes to Topeka | Topeka News
Relive the magic of the Peanuts gang live on stage in Topeka! The Helen Hocker Theater’s production of “Youre a Good Man, Charlie Brown!” brings your favorite…
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Back 2 School Bash in Topeka | Topeka News
Get ready for the Salvation Army’s Back 2 School Bash in Topeka—where kids walk away with backpacks full of supplies, free haircuts, vaccinations, pizza, and…
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Kansas City Vacant Property Fees Explained | Topeka News
Kansas City just rolled out a bold new law to crack down on long-vacant, problem-ridden properties—with owners now facing biannual fees of up to $200 for homes…
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Police Siege at West Topeka Hotel | Topeka News
A major police operation is underway at the Baymont Wyndham hotel in West Topeka as authorities, including U.S. Marshals, Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office, and…
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Former Officer Accused of Filming Minor | Topeka News
A former Kansas police officer, 28-year-old Tyller White, has been arrested and jailed without bond after federal authorities joined the investigation into…
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Ponzi Scheme Exposed: Trevor Uhls Faces Jail | Topeka News
A 29-year-old named Trevor Uhls is facing federal charges for running a $2 million Ponzi scheme, promising 8.5% returns while secretly using investor money to…
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Golf Cart Heist Uncovered by Trespass Call | Topeka News
A routine trespassing call spiraled into a major heist when Concordia police uncovered two stolen golf carts from a local country club—leading to the arrest of…
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Former News Anchor Back in Court | Topeka News
Former news anchor Angelynn Mock is now deemed competent to stand trial for her mother’s death last Halloween, marking a major legal shift after earlier mental…
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Teen Driver Wreck in Rural Johnson County | Topeka News
Teen Driver Wreck in Rural Johnson County | Topeka News
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Cat Escapes Topeka House Fire | Topeka News
Cat Escapes Topeka House Fire | Topeka News
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Fire Knocked Down in 7 Minutes | Topeka News
A fire broke out at a Manhattan apartment early Thursday morning, but thanks to a quick 911 call and lightning-fast firefighter response, no one was hurt…
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Rock the Plains Festival Postponed | Topeka News
Rock the Plains festival is officially postponed to spring 2027—no fault of artists or vendors—so organizers can ensure a better experience. Tickets…
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Kansas Bank Robber Used Movie Tactics | Topeka News
A Kansas City, Kansas man named Daniel Young, 41, pulled off a brazen bank heist just half a mile from his home—armed with a green-painted handgun, ski masks…
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New 247 QuikTrip Opens in Emporia | Topeka News
Emporia just got a major new stop — a massive, 24/7 QuikTrip opening on the west side, clocking in at nearly 7,300 square feet after 18 months in the works…
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Officer Sues City Over Shooting | Topeka News
An Independence police officer is suing the city over disability discrimination after a deadly shooting in which he killed a mother and her infant — a case…
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Kansas Education Funding Debate | Topeka News
In Kansas, a heated race for a State Board of Education seat pits two candidates against each other over how to fix a $200 million special education funding…
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Motorcycle Crash Claims Two Lives in Kansas | Topeka News
A deadly head-on collision on US-59 in Labette County, Kansas, claimed the lives of two motorcycle riders after their Harley-Davidson crossed the centerline…
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Rising Preteen Suicide Rates Demand Action | Topeka News
Preteens ages eight to twelve are facing an alarming surge in suicide rates, with 2025 data showing 194 deaths—the highest since 2001. Black preteens lead in…
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Kelly’s Shadow Over 2026 Race | Topeka News
Governor Laura Kelly’s legacy looms large over the 2026 gubernatorial race, with both parties navigating a delicate political tightrope. Democrats like Senator…
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Your Vote Shapes Kansas Supreme Court | Topeka News
Your vote matters—no matter your party. Topeka Mayor Spencer Duncan is urging every Independent, Libertarian, or unaffiliated voter to participate in this…
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Property Tax Promises Fall Short | Topeka News
Property tax relief is back in the spotlight as this year’s governor’s race intensifies, with candidates making bold promises—but voters are skeptical after…
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Topeka’s Big Moves This Fall | Topeka News
Leadership Greater Topeka is accepting nominations now—apply by September 11 if you know a local changemaker ready to lead. Meanwhile, Topeka Public Schools…
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Council Meets Private Firm Sparks Transparency Debate | Topeka News
Topeka’s top officials, including seven of nine City Council members, secretly met with a private tech company at a high school innovation center — sparking…
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Echo Cliff Park Reopens After Criminal Damage | Topeka News
Echo Cliff Park in Wabaunsee County reopened just hours after a shocking act of “criminal” damage shut it down overnight—this time, not from floods but from…
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Manhattan Fairgrounds Move Aims for Big Economic Boost | Topeka News
Manhattan’s iconic Riley County Fairgrounds might be relocating to a brand-new, high-traffic spot near Tuttle Creek Boulevard — a move designed to revitalize…
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No Phones in Classrooms | Topeka News
Topeka Public Schools is ditching phones in classrooms for the new school year, storing devices in lockers or pouches and requiring students to use the main…
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Kansas Primaries: Turnout Surges, Ballots Matter | Topeka News
Kansas primaries are heating up with record turnout expected, fueled by a hotly contested constitutional amendment on how Supreme Court justices are elected…
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Teacher Accused of Multiple Child Crimes | Topeka News
A Kansas teacher has been arrested in two counties on multiple child sex crime charges, allegedly involving a 15-year-old student — including criminal sodomy…