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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!
Manhattan Budget 2027: Flat Taxes, Debt Paydown
Manhattan’s 2027 budget aims to keep property taxes flat despite inflation, thanks to smart cost-cutting, staffing adjustments, and rising property values. The…
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Sheriff’s Lt Arrested for Harassment
A Brown County Sheriff’s lieutenant, Larry Myer, 63, was arrested Thursday evening on misdemeanor charges of intimidating a witness and harassing a tribal…
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Algae Alert: Lakes Under Health Advisory
Kansas health officials issue urgent algae warnings for lakes across the state during peak recreation season, urging swimmers, boaters, and pet owners to avoid…
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Silver Mercedes Hit-and-Run in Prairie Village
A hit-and-run driver is still on the loose after crashing into a pedestrian in a crosswalk on June 1st around 7:30 PM. The suspect fled in a silver…
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Kansas Sues Aetna Over Secret Health Fund Theft
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach is suing Aetna for allegedly stealing state employee health plan funds through a sneaky scheme called “cross-plan…
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Kansas Sues Aetna Over Health Plan Theft
Kansas is suing Aetna over alleged fraud, accusing the insurer of stealing state employee health funds by secretly using them to cover costs from other plans—a…
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Kansas Man Sentenced for Child Abuse
A Kansas man just got a 22-year prison sentence for secretly filming a child under 12 in a bathroom over years — including explicit videos and nearly 900…
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Three-Car Pileup on I-35 in Kansas
A three-car pileup rocked Interstate 35 in Coffey County, Kansas, Thursday evening around 6:20 PM. A semi attempting a dangerous U-turn triggered a chain…
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Tragic Crash on I-135 Near Salina
Tragic Crash on I-135 Near Salina
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Woman Escapes Arrest, Bites Deputy
A 29-year-old woman from Lawrence sparked chaos Thursday night when she bolted from deputies on a golf course, triggering a high-speed foot chase. After being…
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Fatal Crash Caused by Unsafe Lane Change
Fatal Crash Caused by Unsafe Lane Change
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Inmate Death at Kansas Jail Under Investigation
A heartbreaking incident unfolded at the Riley County Jail in Manhattan, Kansas, when corrections officers found 60-year-old inmate Michael Lee Stanfield…
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Kansas Supreme Court Upholds Carr Brothers' Death Sentences
The Kansas Supreme Court has upheld the death sentences of brothers Jonathan and Reginald Carr, convicted in a 2000 crime spree that terrorized multiple…
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Man Arrested for Child Porn Possession
Belton police arrested 51-year-old Thomas Rose after finding child sexual abuse material across multiple devices at his home — a case triggered by cyber tips…
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Manhattan Woman Arrested in Human Trafficking Case
A 36-year-old woman in Manhattan, Kansas, was arrested on human trafficking charges after allegedly threatening physical injury to a 25-year-old victim — a…
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KU Choir Shines Globally with Grand Prix Win
The KU Chamber Choir just crushed it at the Zilina Voce Magna international competition in Slovakia, winning first place in the Mixed Choir category and the…
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Fort Riley DEERS Wins Army Site of the Year
Fort Riley’s DEERS office just crushed it, winning the U.S. Army’s Site of the Year for 2025 — and for good reason. Out of 876 Army ID card facilities, they’re…
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David Lidge Finally Caught After Escaping Justice
David Lidge, once a fugitive on Clay County’s Most Wanted list, was finally arrested in Arizona—no bail—after a wild April casino incident where he allegedly…
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Chip Seal Work Begins July 6
Shawnee County Public Works kicks off its annual chip seal program Monday, July 6th, weather permitting, to extend road life and smooth driving surfaces—here’s…
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Topeka Road Closure Alert
Topeka Road Closure Alert
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Sarnecki’s Voting Record Under Scrutiny
Republican gubernatorial candidate Philip Sarnecki claims he only missed two primary elections in two decades—saying illness or travel were the reasons—but…
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Kansas Rural Hospitals Get Boost
Kansas rural hospitals are getting a major boost with new federal funding designed to tackle healthcare gaps in underserved areas—rolling out mobile maternal…
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Axel Armando Faces Serious Felony Charges
A 21-year-old man faces serious felony charges—including aggravated indecent liberties and sexual exploitation—involving a child, with a $500K bond per count…
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Federal Library Funding in Jeopardy
Federal funding for libraries is once again on the chopping block as the Institute of Museum and Library Services faces potential elimination — a move that…
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Kansas Law Blocked Over Free Speech
A Kansas federal judge has blocked a controversial state law aimed at curbing “woke investing” by forcing proxy advisory firms to disclose when their…
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Topeka’s Top Stories This Week
Summer heat in Topeka means urgent CPR training—drowning remains the top killer of kids under four. The Red Cross urges swim lessons, water safety, and current…