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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!
A.M. Extra Brings Local Morning Buzz | Topeka News
Wake up to the pulse of your community with “A.M. Extra,” a fresh half-hour livestream hitting your screen every weekday at 8 AM—stream it on wibw.com or Roku…
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Crash Closes Carlson Road Near Willard | Topeka News
Crash Closes Carlson Road Near Willard | Topeka News
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Topeka Storms Leave Thousands Without Power | Topeka News
Topeka woke up to chaos after overnight storms left thousands without power and traffic lights flashing red—fire crews raced to battle transformer fires and…
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Trump Accounts Launch for Kids | Topeka News
A new government-backed savings plan for kids, called Trump Accounts, is now live—offering $1,000 to children born between 2025 and 2028. Parents can set it up…
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Elisha Burton’s Fourth Incompetency Ruling | Topeka News
Elisha Burton, 29, faces a chilling first-degree murder charge for allegedly killing his father’s fiancée, 68-year-old Dianna Bloom, in October 2022 — but for…
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Prairie Band Challenges Kansas Lottery | Topeka News
The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation is suing Kansas in federal court to stop lottery sales within their ancestral territory, claiming a 1846 treaty still…
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Texas Woman Sues Over Illegal Traffic Stop | Topeka News
A Texas woman is suing Jackson County and officials for $5.5 million after alleging an illegal traffic stop, false DUI arrest, and a shocking incident where a…
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Topeka Mayor Weighs Data Center Pros and Cons | Topeka News
Topeka’s mayor is cautiously open to data centers—but only if they meet strict community-first conditions. He’s pushing back against blanket opposition…
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Kansas Stress Ranking Revealed | Topeka News
Kansas ranks 36th in national stress for 2026, a slight dip from 34th last year, but still ahead of all four neighboring states. The WalletHub study analyzed…
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Storm Hits Northeast Kansas Hard | Topeka News
A major storm slammed into Northeast Kansas, plunging thousands into darkness—especially in Shawnee County, where over 12,000 homes lost power. Riley County…
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Topeka Mayor Sets Data Center Rules | Topeka News
Topeka’s mayor is setting strict new rules for data centers—full tax payments, no rate hikes, capped water use, and zero residential zones—while KBI seeks…
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Vote Before August 4th | Topeka News
Don’t miss your chance to vote — registration deadline is July 14th, and if you’re unaffiliated, you’ve got a unique opportunity: you can join a party on…
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Hay Barn Fire in Shawnee County | Topeka News
A hay barn fire in Shawnee County erupted in full force Wednesday afternoon, forcing firefighters into a dangerous, heat-soaked battle — but all animals…
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Industrial Bonds Cost Billions in Lost Taxes | Topeka News
Industrial revenue bonds are booming—doubling in number and ballooning in value over 14 years, costing states a projected $1.1 billion in lost property taxes…
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Trump’s Housing Bill Deadline | Topeka News
Trump’s deadline to sign a major bipartisan housing bill is ticking down—unless he acts, it becomes law Saturday midnight. The 21st Century Road to Housing Act…
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Kansas Launches Trump Accounts for Kids | Topeka News
Kansas launches the Trump Account, a bold new program giving every U.S. kid under 18 a financial head start—with babies born 2025–2028 getting $1,000 to seed…
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Emporia Votes on Data Center Future | Topeka News
Emporia’s community is rallying against a proposed data center, with Emporia Neighbors United collecting nearly 1,400 signatures—far exceeding the 804…
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City Halts New Data Centers Amid Resident Outcry | Topeka News
Independence City Council just paused new data center approvals for six months, citing outdated zoning laws that don’t account for today’s massive tech hubs —…
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Swiss Team Shocks World in KC | Topeka News
Switzerland’s soccer team is rewriting history, storming into the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in 72 years—and they’re playing Argentina right…
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Funding Pause Threatens Food Pantry | Topeka News
SENT Topeka, a vital food pantry serving 600 families weekly, is slashing hours to just one day a week after federal funding for its senior employment program…
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Kansas City Coffee Shop Becomes Sanctuary | Topeka News
In Kansas City, Kansas, a local coffee shop owner turned safe haven for anxious neighbors as immigration enforcement surged, sparking fear and shuttering local…
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Dinosaurs and Science at the Library | Topeka News
Dinosaurs, explosions, and wonder collide at the Topeka-Shawnee County Public Library’s final Blockbuster Wednesday science show — where families roar with…
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Lawrence Kansas Welcomes Algeria | Topeka News
Lawrence, Kansas, a quiet Midwestern town, stunned the world by landing the Algerian national soccer team for the World Cup—thanks to a grassroots effort…
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Koby Hoar Charged in Topeka Child Exploitation Case | Topeka News
A shocking case in Topeka, Kansas: 25-year-old Koby Hoar has been charged with nine counts of promoting child sexual exploitation and one count of possessing…
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Topeka Zoo Unveils Tiger Trails Exhibit | Topeka News
Topeka Zoo’s new Tiger Trails and Den Academy exhibit, set to open later this month, is a game-changer—featuring tigers, a rare King Vulture, and a…
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Jackson County Rodeo Back This Weekend | Topeka News
Jackson County Rodeo Back This Weekend | Topeka News
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Mom in KC Stands Firm Against Teen Theft | Topeka News
A Kansas City mom made headlines this week for standing firm when her 13-year-old son and a friend tried to hide from police after stealing a car. Instead of…
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Golf Course for Character Building | Topeka News
Chris Harris is turning his childhood neighborhood into a beacon of youth development by building a nine-hole golf course on land his father bought—where every…
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Clay County Targets Wilfrendo Sanabria | Topeka News
Clay County prosecutors are hunting down Wilfrendo Sanabria, now top of their new “Most Wanted” list, facing serious charges including child enticement and…
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Missouri Schools Get Letter Grades | Topeka News
Missouri is launching a bold new school grading system, giving every public school an A to F letter grade starting next spring — a simple, transparent tool…
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Medical Debt Settled Through Compassion | Topeka News
Stormont Vail Health and Kansas Legal Services reached a landmark settlement, dismissing 11 lawsuits over medical debt and returning garnished wages — all…
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Teen Arrested on Multiple Charges in Manhattan | Topeka News
Teen Arrested on Multiple Charges in Manhattan | Topeka News
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Quenemo Water Advisory Explained | Topeka News
Quenemo, Kansas, is under a boil water advisory after a busted water line caused a pressure drop, risking bacterial contamination. Residents must boil water…
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K-9 Vethos Dies in Patrol Vehicle | Topeka News
A beloved K-9 officer named Vethos, a Belgian Malinois with the Junction City Police Department, died unexpectedly from heat exposure while on duty—found…
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St. Marys Police Chief Departs for Florida | Topeka News
St. Marys, Kansas is saying goodbye to its beloved police chief, Derek Cid, who’s stepping down to return to Florida with his family after nearly 15 years of…
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Start Your Day with A.M. Extra | Topeka News
Start Your Day with A.M. Extra | Topeka News
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Union Pressure Forces Data Center Stance | Topeka News
Union leaders at a Democratic candidate event in Kansas made it clear: back data centers or lose union support. Candidates face a tough choice between vital…
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AC Access Divide in America | Topeka News
A blistering heat wave swept across the U.S., exposing a stark reality: air conditioning isn’t a universal luxury. While nearly all homes in Kansas have AC…
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Topeka Weighs Data Center Future | Topeka News
Topeka is on edge as Compass Data Centers eyes a potential development, sparking fierce community pushback and urgent calls for new zoning rules and a possible…
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Topeka’s Big Infrastructure & Community Updates | Topeka News
Topeka’s launching a massive five-year hydrant and valve inspection project with Hydromax—expect temporary discolored water, but run your taps until it clears…
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Topeka Council Weighs Data Center Rules | Topeka News
Topeka’s city council is gearing up to tackle the growing threat of data centers, with residents sounding the alarm and demanding a pause before any…
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Construction Worker Hit in Prairie Village | Topeka News
A construction worker is critically injured after being struck by a vehicle near 79th Street and Ash Street in Prairie Village—just moments after directing…
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Manhattan’s 2027 Tax Budget Breakdown | Topeka News
Manhattan’s 2027 budget could break new ground—potentially exceeding its Revenue Neutral Rate, meaning more property tax revenue than last year. City…
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Hotel Topeka Sold for $1M | Topeka News
Hotel Topeka is officially off the city’s books after being sold for $1 million to Wichita-based Endeavor Hotel Group — a move approved by the Topeka…
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Running for Mental Health and Recovery | Topeka News
Thirty-two-year-old Collin Chartier is running 2,000 miles across the country to raise awareness for mental health and honor those lost to suicide, including…
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Data Center or Heritage? Kansas City Debate | Topeka News
A Miami-based developer is racing to build a 20-story data center in Kansas City’s historic Quality Hill, threatening to demolish the 1900s Western Newspaper…
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Echo Cliff Park Bridge in Crisis | Topeka News
Echo Cliff Park is closed for good—flooding tore through the lower trail and cracked the bridge’s foundation, turning a beloved family destination into a…
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Topeka’s 5-Year Water System Check | Topeka News
Topeka’s launching a five-year water system overhaul, inspecting 16,000 valves and 5,600 fire hydrants—many untouched in 20 years—to ensure they’ll work when…
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Topeka’s Christmas in July Drive | Topeka News
Topeka’s Doorstep, Inc. is kicking off the holiday spirit early with their “Christmas in July” drive—collecting toys, kitchen gadgets, school supplies…
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Fiesta Topeka Just Around the Corner | Topeka News
Fiesta Topeka is just one week away, kicking off July 14th at Our Lady of Guadalupe — a vibrant celebration of Mexican culture you won’t want to miss. Artists…
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Independence Saves Historic Sites | Topeka News
Independence leaders have reversed course on selling historic landmarks like the Vaile Mansion and Bingham-Waggoner Estate, opting instead to preserve them…
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Olathe Shooting Leaves One Dead | Topeka News
A tragic shooting at Willow Crossing Apartments in Olathe on July 5th claimed the life of 51-year-old James Hart from Kansas City, Missouri. Police are now…
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7 Brew Coffee Expands in Topeka | Topeka News
7 Brew Coffee Expands in Topeka | Topeka News
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Trade Shifts Shake American Farms | Topeka News
When trade wars hit, American farmers often pay the price—corn diverted to Mexico and South America crashes prices, while tariffs meant to protect…
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Semitrailer Fire Near Topeka Under Control | Topeka News
Semitrailer Fire Near Topeka Under Control | Topeka News
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Prairie Band Sues Over Lottery on Reservation | Topeka News
The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation is suing the Kansas Lottery, demanding they stop selling lottery tickets on tribal land — a move they say violates federal…
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Road Rage Turns Deadly in Kansas City | Topeka News
A Kansas City road rage incident spiraled into gunfire when Javion Jackson allegedly shot a victim in the arm after a confrontation at a red light—shattering…
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Man Arrested for Attempting Gas Pump Arson | Topeka News
Man Arrested for Attempting Gas Pump Arson | Topeka News
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"Someone’s Life Is Changing Today..." - A message from Corey
"Someone’s Life Is Changing Today..." - A message from Corey
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Man Arrested for Aggravated Battery in Topeka | Topeka News
Man Arrested for Aggravated Battery in Topeka | Topeka News