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DA Race Heats Up Over Controversial Postcards Last Updated: 9:38 PM 07/18/08 - The mailers attack current Shawnee County District Attorney Robert Hecht. Three candidates say they are coming from a Johnson County group, and question why people from Olathe are involved in a Shawnee County election. (Full Story)

Jalapeno Contest Heats Up! Last Updated: 10:56 PM 07/15/08 - Fiesta Mexicana jalapeno contest really heats up the stage every year, and 2008 was no different! The winner had to scarf down 21 peppers! Video included! (Full Story)

Online Predators Playing Games With Child Safety Last Updated: 9:47 PM 07/07/08 - Internet predators are a big problem -- and they are branching out. Now you must make sure your kids are safe on their online video game systems. (Full Story)

Farmer Opposes Fire Station Location; County Will Wait Last Updated: 10:13 PM 06/30/08 - The County Commission will wait 90 days before determining if a new fire station will be built at 46th & Landon. The residents who live in the area are concerned about the effect it could have on their lifestyle. (Full Story)

Pines Fire Not First Incident At Apartment Last Updated: 8:06 AM 06/19/08 - Two other high profile incidents have occurred at The Pines over the last three decades. We have included 13 News archive footage for a look back at those incidents. (Full Story)

PTSD Haunts Troops Last Updated: 10:17 PM 05/07/08 - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder causes military troops to go back to places they never want to be again. Their flashbacks can be intense, and as Shane Ransom found out, the consequences can be terrible. (Full Story)

Sanders' Family Mourns Loss; Are Murders Connected? Last Updated: 8:18 PM 05/03/08 - Some are speculating that three murders could be connected, though the victims' families have differing opinions. One thing is for sure, the Sanders family is mourning a terrible loss. (Full Story)

Vision For Topeka, Shawnee County's Future Last Updated: 2:59 PM 03/26/08 - "Heartland Vision: Our Future Begins" is a new plan for the citizens of Topeka and Shawnee County, with massive input from the citizens of Topeka and Shawnee County. (Full Story)

Firefighters Train For Water Rescues Last Updated: 9:23 PM 03/14/08 - Firefighters say they face as much risk in water rescues as they do fighting flames. Kansas rescuers came together to learn new techniques. (Full Story)

Seneca School Fire; One Year Later Last Updated: 9:18 PM 03/10/08 - March 10, 2007 altered many lives in Seneca. That is the day the elementary and middle school burned. Students, teachers and a community have had to come together to make it through. (Full Story)

High School Basketball Player Remembered Last Updated: 10:23 PM 02/26/08 - Cameron Bickford lost his life days ago. His basketball team introduced only four starters, leaving a spot open for him. (Full Story)

Boyda Thrust into Lobbying Spotlight Last Updated: 3:39 PM 07/02/08 - A wastewater treatment earmark for Iola gets attention in a USA Today article on the influence of lobbying. (Full Story)

Reaction To "State of the State" Last Updated: 10:58 PM 01/14/08 - Democrats and republicans respond to Governor Sebelius' speech. Overall the response was good -- but things could get contentious when it comes to the paying for her plans. (Full Story)

Local Musician Dies Last Updated: 11:01 PM 01/07/08 - Topeka guitarist Dan Falley's music, personality will be missed. (Full Story)

Power Out For Christmas Last Updated: 9:27 PM 12/24/07 - Some people don't want presents for Christmas -- they want power. (Full Story)

A "13 News" Christmas Last Updated: 7:00 AM 12/25/07 - 13 News wishes everyone at home a very safe and happy holiday season! We appreciate you watching our news, and thank your for visiting our web channel. This video is for you!!! (Full Story)

Jackson County Still Dealing With Power Issues Last Updated: 10:45 PM 12/17/07 - Jackson County was one of the counties hit hardest during the winter storms of last week. Things are heading in the right direction as of now, but they are still dealing with problems. (Full Story)

Accused Killer Won't Go To Trial Last Updated: 11:51 AM 12/06/07 - The man charged with the murder of 15-year-old Nacole Winter has been deemed incompetent for trial. Family members sobbed when the decision was made. (Full Story)

Downloading Costs Family Big Money Last Updated: 9:31 PM 11/20/07 - Some people think downloading music has little to no risks involved...tell that to a Clay Center family who has to pay more than $4,000 because their daughter was downloading. (Full Story)

Topeka Ranks High as "Dangerous City," List Draws Criticism Last Updated: 6:56 PM 11/19/07 - A new study shows Topeka is a dangerous city. Topeka Police say any study that doesn't tell the difference between property crime and violent crime is flawed, and they are concerned with how to lower all crime, regardless of lists. (Full Story)

Students Add Coat of Paint, Love Last Updated: 10:18 PM 11/12/07 - Students use their day off to help veteran paint his shed. He appreciated their hard work. (Full Story)

Big Game Draws Big Last Updated: 9:23 PM 11/09/07 - The 11-0 Andale Indians made a long trip -- with a large contingent of fans -- to take on the 10-1 Hayden Wildcats and their supporters. It was a great event for two communities. (Full Story)

Fort Riley Tank Testing Last Updated: 6:34 PM 08/06/07 - Before Army tanks can go into combat -- they must be tested. 13 News was on hand for testing at Fort Riley Monday. (Full Story)

Police Officer Testing Course Challenges Potential Cops Last Updated: 2:16 PM 08/03/07 - People who want to become Topeka Police Officers took the officer training course Friday. Also going through the course -- 13's own Brian Quick. (Full Story)

Dept. of Transportation: Kansas Bridges Safe Last Updated: 6:52 PM 08/02/07 - The Department of Transportation says Kansas bridges are safe, despite the fact that some are the same design as the bridge that collapsed. (Full Story)

Manhattan One of Five Finalists for Defense Facility Manhattan is one of five finalists for a $451 million National Bio and Agro Defense Facility. Little Apples have high hopes that they can land the facility. KSU and its focus on Agriculture is a prime reason. (Full Story)

Mother Mourns Son, Waits for Charges It has been 11 weeks since Josh Kalina was murdered. Timothy Shahid was arrested for the murder, but has yet to be charged. He is being held on pending federal charges. Josh's mother Judi is trying to cope with the death of her son. (Full Story)

10 Things You Didn't Know...

Favorite Food: You can’t beat Mexican food! Favorite Sport: Big Hoops fan. I follow Wichita State (go Shockers!), New Jersey Nets and also the Kansas Jayhawks. Pets: We can’t have pets at my apartment building, but I’d love to have a cat. My wife likes dogs. I see an argument down the line. Favorite Season: Basketball season. First Car: 1982 citation. It was the worst car known to man. I still have nightmares about it. Hometown or College: Originally from the ICT, a.k.a. Wichita. Still go back on some weekends. Fun times. Favorite Vacation Spot: Hawaii and New York were both a blast! Favorite Activity Outside of Work: Dreaming of going back to work. Just kidding…I’m a big fan of music, sports and spending time with friends and family…and of writing clichéd answers to favorite activity questions. And being sarcastic. Favorite Movie: Ghostbusters. Who ya gonna call? Most and/ or Least Favorite Subject in School: I always liked History and English, and was horrible at Math. Good thing no one will ever need to be good at math. Except math teachers, I suppose.

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