A Kansas church notorious for its angry, anti-gay protests at military funerals will continue the controversial practice despite new restrictions in a bill passed by Congress that awaits President Barack Obama's signature.

Three new businesses opened in the NOTO Arts District Friday night. The Scarlet Window cut the ribbon on its North Kansas Avenue location Friday, as did Megan Rogers Photographie and Ballet Folklorico!!

Art enthusiasts got to mingle with artists influenced by their midwestern roots tonight. The "Masters of the Midwest" exhibit is open to celebrate the South Wind Gallery's 20th Anniversary.

Attendees of the annual "Grape Escape" could taste more than 160 wines from around the world as well as gourmet food and desserts from local restaurants, caterers and businesses.

A New Jersey man is making his way through Kansas on a journey across the nation. He will pass through the Topeka area this weekend.

Shawnee County District Judge Franklin Theis on Friday rejected a request from attorneys for the state who wanted him to rule on new abortion provider regulations without a trial.

Johnson County District Attorney Steve Howe confirmed Thursday night that District Judge Stephen Tatum signed an order earlier in the day at Howe's request, dismissing 26 counts against the Overland Park Planned Parenthood.

The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services' Senior Medicare Patrol says people are receiving phone calls telling them Medicare will be issuing them a new card, then asking for bank info.

Secretary of State Kris Kobach and 1st District Congressman Tim Huelskamp announced endorsements of Joe Patton in his state Senate race against Vicki Schmidt.

Sen. Jerry Moran's office says 22-year-old Private First Class Jesus Lopez of San Bernardino, California and 25-year-old First Lieutenant Todd Lambka of Fraser, Michigan died Aug. 1 in Afghanistan.

In anticipation of National Aging Month, the hospital has launched Five Secrets of Centenarians, the national educational initiative giving us the know-how for living long, healthy lives.

The State National Guard's Civil Support Team will join "Response," a national exercise preparing for a potential nuclear detonation in the borders of the U.S.

The Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce "Fast Forward" group held a golf outing and fundraiser Friday at Lake Shawnee.

The Big 94.5 Country and 580 WIBW radio parked the big yellow bus at the Walmart on Wanamaker Road all day Friday, inviting people to "bulge" it with school supplies.

The annual "America's Night Out Against Crime" will be celebrated in neighborhoods throughout Topeka on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012.

Eastbound US-24 to southbound K-4 ramp will be closed for concrete polymer overlay work beginning Friday, August 3 at 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. on Monday, August 6.

The Kansas National Guard’s 73rd Civil Support Team planned to leave Camp Atterbury Friday to join a national exercise preparing for a nuclear detonation in the U.S.

Shawnee County voter turnout for Tuesday's primary election is expected to be 31%, lower than the average 34%.

Shoppers are encouraged to visit Topeka's Wal-Mart on Wanakamer Road between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. Friday to donate school supplies for needy students.

About 40 Kansas cities have either required citizens to conserve water, or are considering doing so.

A Lawrence woman charged with manslaughter after her 5-year-old son died when he allegedly swallowed opiates has had her bond reduced.

Kansas officials are asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit over special health and safety regulations for abortion providers before the case goes to trial.

A comprehensive bill on veterans affairs awaiting President Barack Obama's signature includes provisions that would expand restrictions on protests at military funerals such as those carried out by Westboro Baptist Church of Kansas.

Some Topekans can expect to switch City Council districts in the months ahead. The City Council's Redistricting Commission held its first meeting Thursday night.

The Jackson County Kid's Closet hosted a free clothing event tonight at Saint Dominic's Hall.