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Tsarnaev, Orlando Suspect Killed Wednesday, Said Linked to Triple Killings

Boston bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev took part in a triple homicide outside Boston, a federal law enforcement official told CNN. The source said Chechen Ibragim Todashev also confessed his own role before being killed today in Orlando by the FBI.

Alleged Impaired Driver Arrested After Hitting Building With Car

A woman was arrested Wednesday afternoon after hitting a Topeka business with her car.

New Commander At Helm Of Fort Riley & Army's Oldest Division

A new commander has taken charge of Fort Riley and the 1st Infantry Division, overseeing thousands of troops and employees here in northeast Kansas and in the Army's most storied division.

Noon Music Returns To Downtown Topeka

The group Chris Aytes and the Good Ambition kicked off the return of the brown bag concert series.

Dillons Raises Money For Red Cross Disaster Relief Efforts

WIBW-TV and sister station KAKE-TV in Wichita are joining Dillons stores in raising money for the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.

Increased Gas Prices Frustrate Topekans

The national average price of gasoline increased to 9.5 cents a gallon this past week.

Topekans Punch Their Way To New Fitness Goals

Hundreds of Kansans spent the day punching their way to reach new fitness goals at the annual community wide Topeka Health and Wellness Fair outside the Statehouse.

Kansas Lawmakers' Sales Tax Talks Take New Twist

Kansas legislators are considering a proposal to impose a lower state sales tax on groceries than on other consumer goods.

Why Are Gas Prices Climbing?

The national average price of gasoline has increased 9.5 cents a gallon this past week (to $3.68) and casual observers are quick to blame the approaching Memorial Weekend and the holiday’s expected uptick in demand as the culprit.

McConnell Selected For New Air Force Tanker Base

Wichita's McConnell Air Force Base has been selected to be the main operating base for the Air Force's new KC-46A air refueling tanker.

Lane Of I-70 Closed For Roadwork

In Topeka Wednesday morning, eastbound I-70 is down to one lane between California and Carnahan

Friend Of Boston Bombing Suspect Killed In FBI Shootout

The FBI was involved in a fatal shooting near Universal Studios in Orlando, Fla., early Wednesday that killed a man with ties to the older brother suspected in last month's deadly terrorist bombing at the Boston Marathon.

Anthony Weiner Running For NYC Mayor

Anthony Weiner has tossed his hat into the race for New York City mayor, joining a crowded field and formally beginning an attempt to come back from a scandal that forced him to resign from the House of Representatives.

Kansas Lawmakers Resuming Negotiations On Tax Issues

Kansas legislators plan to resume negotiations on tax issues after the House and Senate moved closer to agreement on adjusting the state sales tax.

Feds Put Iola Site On Cleanup Priorities List

Federal regulators are putting the site of an old zinc and lead smelting operation in southeast Kansas on a list of hazardous waste places with highest priority for cleanup.

Via Christi Health Cutting Jobs Throughout Kansas

Wichita-based Via Christi Health says tough finances are forcing it to eliminate 350 to 400 jobs at its facilities throughout Kansas.

"Clouds" Singer Known For Viral Hit Dies From Osteosarcoma

A 17-year-old from Minnesota whose song "Clouds" became an internet sensation lost his battle with cancer.

Oklahoma Tornado Victim Search Efforts Winding Down

Residents of Moore began returning to their homes a day after the tornado smashed some neighborhoods into jagged wood scraps and gnarled pieces of metal. In place of their houses, many families found only empty lots.

2012 Topeka Visitors Bring In Financial Plus To Capital City

Topeka's visitors brought an unexpected financial windfall to the capital city.

Topeka City Crews Ready To Deploy To Oklahoma

Topeka City Crews are ready and waiting to deploy to Oklahoma to help with clean-up.

WIBW-TV Wins Media Blood Drive Challenge

People who gave blood at West Ridge Mall Tuesday helped earn WIBW-TV bragging rights in the Media Blood Drive Challenge.

Topekans Helping With Tornado Relief

Volunteers with Topeka's Red Cross loaded up and headed out to help victims of the Moore, Oklahoma tornado Tuesday morning.

Tons of Weight Lost In Governor's Weight Loss Challenge

More than 22 tons of weight was lost during the Governor's Weight Loss Challenge.

Kansas House, Senate Move Closer On Sales Tax Rate

Three negotiators resumed their talks on tax issues Tuesday and plan to continue Wednesday.

Oklahoma Tornado Causes Concern For Student Safety

The monstrous tornado that barreled through Moore, Oklahoma, demolishing an elementary school and killing 7 children, is a nightmare scenario for parents and school officials.

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