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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 Blvd Lane Closure This Monday | Topeka News
Drivers heading north on Topeka Boulevard between 18th and 17th streets, watch out—starting Monday, August 3rd, the northbound lane will be closed for a…
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Seventy-Year-Old Woman Pleads Guilty to SS Fraud | Topeka News
A 70-year-old woman from Prairie Village, Gloria Burggraf, admitted to stealing nearly $100,000 from the Social Security Administration by failing to report…
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Kindness Rocks Run Out Need You | Topeka News
Alyssa’s Wishes is running out of kindness rocks—and the community is stepping up to fill the gap. Inspired by Alyssa Noelle Audette, this beloved…
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Thermal Imaging Training for Firefighters | Topeka News
Firefighters across Topeka got hands-on training with thermal imaging cameras—crucial tools for spotting heat signatures in smoke or darkness. Departments from…
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Valley Falls Water Advisory Lifted | Topeka News
Boil water advisory lifted for Valley Falls, Kansas — water is safe to drink again after tests confirmed no bacterial contamination following a water line…
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Chiefs and Royals Stadium Future | Topeka News
Kansas City’s sports scene is undergoing a massive transformation as the Chiefs and Royals unveil sweeping stadium and facility plans set to reshape the city’s…
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Kansas Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Surges | Topeka News
Kansas is facing a major cyclosporiasis outbreak with 461 cases reported this year — up from 289 just a week ago. Caused by the parasite Cyclospora…
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Manhattan Police Investigate Parking Lot Shooting | Topeka News
Manhattan Police Investigate Parking Lot Shooting | Topeka News
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Topeka Traffic Incident at Old Town Intersection | Topeka News
Topeka Traffic Incident at Old Town Intersection | Topeka News
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Bieniemy Family in Crisis | Topeka News
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is sidelined as he supports his wife Mia, hospitalized after a shooting incident over the weekend. His…
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Honda Drifts Into Mini Cooper on I-135 | Topeka News
A serious two-car crash on I-135 near Park City left one driver critically injured and the other unharmed—despite both wearing seat belts. A 2014 Honda drifted…
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Kansas City Eyes Super Bowl Future | Topeka News
Kansas City is boldly aiming to host a Super Bowl within the next decade, backed by plans for a $3 billion domed stadium designed to seat 70,000 fans — part of…
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Topeka Police Chase Ends in Custody | Topeka News
Police stormed a southwest Topeka neighborhood on Chelsea Drive, weapons drawn, in a high-stakes pursuit that ended with a suspect taken into custody right on…
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Dump Truck Collision Kills Driver | Topeka News
A deadly crash on Kansas highways claims a life: 43-year-old Justin Farley died after his Cadillac was T-boned by a dump truck at a busy intersection—Farley…
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Two-Car Crash Closes Silver Lake Highway | Topeka News
Two-car crash shuts down Silver Lake’s main artery—US-24 at Chestnut Street—bringing traffic to a halt and emergency crews rushing to the scene just after 7:40…
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Two Women Hurt in Topeka Crash | Topeka News
Two women are hospitalized after a violent two-car crash in central Topeka that sent one vehicle crashing into the grass and the other into severe damage —…
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Three Teens Booked on Same Theft Warrant | Topeka News
Three teens—ages 18 and 19—were booked into Shawnee County jail within 15 minutes of each other on July 28th, all facing the same theft charge for stealing…
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Panasonic Battery Fire Contained | Topeka News
At 2 AM, a battery fire erupted at Panasonic’s De Soto plant, triggering alarms and smoke—but thanks to a swift response from firefighters and the facility’s…
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Bicyclist Killed in Kansas Collision | Topeka News
A tragic crash on Pillsbury Drive south of Manhattan claims the life of 74-year-old cyclist Mark Ten Eyck after he collided with a 2022 Subaru SUV; the driver…
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Data Center Debate Heats Up | Topeka News
Compass Datacenters’ new data center proposal sparked heated debate at an unstructured open house, where over a hundred residents voiced frustration over lack…
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Kansas Supreme Court Battle Heats Up | Topeka News
A fierce, money-fueled battle is unfolding in Kansas over who picks Supreme Court justices—voters or the governor. With over $10 million already spent this…
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Kansas Data Centers Open Up | Topeka News
In Kansas, a data center boom is sparking tension between tech developers and local communities. After a high-profile Topeka summit, industry leaders are…
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Topeka Releases Body Cam Footage | Topeka News
Topeka’s city leaders met with Jessica Lynne Treat’s family to show them raw body camera footage of the fatal police shooting — a bold move under a new…
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Boil Water Advisory in Pottawatomie and Jackson Counties | Topeka News
Boil your water, toss that ice, and stay safe—Pottawatomie and Jackson Counties are under a boil water advisory after a water line break caused pressure loss…
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Compass Data Center Faces Community Backlash | Topeka News
Compass Data Centers sparked community outrage at an open house where attendees, many forced to wait outside, walked away frustrated by vague answers and…
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Officer Fired After Bathroom Recording Allegations | Topeka News
A Kansas police officer, Tyller White, was fired and arrested after video evidence surfaced showing him allegedly recording a young girl in a bathroom —…
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Kansas City Restaurant Week Raises Big | Topeka News
Kansas City Restaurant Week just smashed records, raising over $125,000 for reStart Inc.—a local nonprofit helping homeless individuals find stable housing…
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Truck Crash Kills Worker in Kansas | Topeka News
Truck Crash Kills Worker in Kansas | Topeka News
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Veterans Protest VA Care and Iran Policy | Topeka News
Veterans for Peace staged a bold protest at the Colmery-O’Neil VA Medical Center, demanding accountability for U.S. foreign policy in Iran and calling out the…
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Fairgrounds Aging But Heart Remains | Topeka News
Behind the glittering animals and thrilling contests at the Johnson County Fair, organizers are battling crumbling infrastructure and soaring costs—most of the…
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Topeka City Weighs School Officer Costs | Topeka News
Topeka city leaders are reevaluating the school resource officer program due to a looming budget shortfall, with the city currently covering 70-76% of costs —…
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Missing Kansas Man’s Search Ends Tragically | Topeka News
A heartbreaking search for missing 77-year-old Fred Dieter in Butler County, Kansas, has ended with human remains found in a wooded area — believed to be his…
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Topeka Police Shooting Under Review | Topeka News
A deadly confrontation unfolded in Topeka last Thursday when a police officer shot and killed Jessica Treat after she exited her vehicle with a knife and…
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Compass Datacenter Plans Unveiled | Topeka News
Compass Datacenters is moving forward with a major data center project in rural Shawnee County, outside Topeka’s moratorium zone, aiming to build ten…
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Riley County’s New Emergency Hub | Topeka News
Riley County’s new emergency services hub is almost ready—opening late August with a state-of-the-art facility designed to save lives and streamline response…
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Car vs Bike Crash on Pillsbury Drive | Topeka News
Car vs Bike Crash on Pillsbury Drive | Topeka News
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Valley Falls Water Advisory Explained | Topeka News
Valley Falls, Kansas, is under a boil water advisory after a water line break caused pressure loss, risking bacterial contamination. Residents must boil all…
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Stolen Goods Recovered After High-Speed Chase | Topeka News
Stolen Goods Recovered After High-Speed Chase | Topeka News
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Former Officer Charged in Juvenile Facility Abuse | Topeka News
A former corrections officer in Topeka is facing serious charges after allegedly committing sexual offenses against minors between late 2025 and early 2026…
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Donate Blood This Wednesday | Topeka News
Save up to three lives with a single blood donation—Stormont Vail Health and the Community Blood Center are hosting a drive this Wednesday in Junction City…
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Governor Kelly Votes Early in Kansas | Topeka News
Governor Laura Kelly just cast her ballot—marking the official start of early in-person voting for the 2026 primary—and Kansans are encouraged to take…
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Kansas DOT Begins Major Road Work | Topeka News
Kansas DOT launches major roadwork in Nemaha County starting Thursday, July 30—here’s what drivers need to know. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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Kansas Mail-In Ballots Get Grace Period | Topeka News
Kansas voters, breathe easy—your mail-in ballots still have a shot at being counted. The state’s top court just restored the three-day grace period, meaning…
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Manhattan Apartment Fire Overnight | Topeka News
Manhattan Fire Department raced to a blazing apartment building on Walters Drive Monday night, battling flames and smoke from the second floor and…
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Topeka Fire Engulfs Bungalow in Highland Park | Topeka News
Topeka Fire Engulfs Bungalow in Highland Park | Topeka News
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Two-Car Crash in Topeka No Major Injuries | Topeka News
Two-Car Crash in Topeka No Major Injuries | Topeka News
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When Teachers Break the Rules | Topeka News
It’s wild how the very lessons we’re drilled into as kids—like “keep your hands to yourself”—often vanish the moment we become adults. Two educators tied to…
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JHX Survives Wild Quarterfinal Clash | Topeka News
JHX pulls off a gritty, physical 64-59 win over the AfterShocks in a quarterfinal thriller, with multiple ejections and scuffles highlighting the intensity as…
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Teen Accused in Topeka Sexual Assault Case | Topeka News
An 18-year-old man in Topeka, Kansas, faces serious charges of aggravated criminal sodomy and sexual battery, with a $1 million bond set — a sign of the case’s…
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Lawrence Schools Ban Personal Devices | Topeka News
Lawrence Public Schools is shutting down personal tech in classrooms—no phones or gadgets allowed during school hours, thanks to a new state law signed by…
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Fugitive Ford F250 Chase Ends in Field | Topeka News
Rolando Galindo, 41, sparked chaos in Emporia when he bolted in a white Ford F-250 after cops pulled him over, triggering a wild chase that tore through…
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Two-Car Wreck in Southwest Topeka | Topeka News
Two-Car Wreck in Southwest Topeka | Topeka News
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Kansas Man Sentenced for Cross-Border Child Abuse | Topeka News
A Kansas man, Ronald Waltrip, just received a staggering 17.5-year prison sentence plus lifelong supervised release after pleading guilty to conspiring with an…
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Topeka Road Closure Alert | Topeka News
Drivers in the Topeka area, especially near Northwest Redwood Lane north of 46th Street, brace for a major road closure starting July 29, 2026—lasting until…
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Kansas City Schools Prep Drive | Topeka News
Back-to-school costs are crushing families, but across the Kansas City metro, dozens of groups are rallying to ease the burden—offering free backpacks, tech…
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Chiefs OC’s Wife Shot at Home | Topeka News
Shocking news: Mia Bieniemy, wife of Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, was shot at their Virginia home—she’s critically injured. Her estranged son…
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Gas Prices Rise Amid Global Tensions | Topeka News
Gas prices hit a new high as national averages climbed to $4.11 per gallon, up 24 cents from last year, with Kansas following suit at $3.75 — a 90-cent jump…
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Public Art That Changes Communities | Topeka News
Public art isn’t just pretty—it’s powerful. Murals across Kansas are transforming neighborhoods, boosting pride, reducing loneliness, and even improving health…
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Chevy Aveo Crashes Head-On in Cloud County | Topeka News
A head-on crash on US-24 in Cloud County leaves one driver critically injured, while the other vehicle’s occupants walk away unharmed — authorities are now…
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Spinning Honda Causes Head-On Crash | Topeka News
A high-speed crash on US-75 in Osage County sent a spinning Honda into the path of a GMC Envoy, flipping it onto its roof. The Envoy’s 53-year-old driver and…