Isaac French
Multimedia Journalist
Topeka, Kan.
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Tecumseh North Elementary held their annual pancakes and pj’s event, but this year things looked a little different.
ABATE of Kansas continued their tradition of helping the U.S. Marine Corp Reserves with the 37th annual Toys for Tots Ride.
Topeka Police responded to the 300 block of Southeast Lime Street around 7 Saturday night on reports of gunshots in the area.
According to the national fire protection association, thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires with the day before thanksgiving not far behind it
In its daily dashboard, TUKHS St. Francis reported critical care beds were 111 percent capacity, while its medical/surgical beds were 100 percent filled. The hospital was caring for 40 COVID-positive inpatients Monday, two fewer than Friday.
With a new high in patients numbers, Topeka’s Stormont Vail said Monday it may need to transfer people needing medical/surgical or COVID-19 beds to other facilities.
LSH Fun Foods have been traveling around the state selling their signature funnel cakes to benefit Kansas food banks.
The Shawnee County health order requiring bars and restaurants to close at 9 P.M took effect Friday, but local officials found some locations not complying.
Shawnee County Emergency Management is looking at Stormont Vail events center to set up a temporary hospital , if the need for extra hospital space arises.
The Auburn-Washburn School Board voted Monday night to return to Phase I through the end of the year.
Julian Lutes has been spending his weekends volunteering at the Auburn Fire Department for the last fifteen years.
Theresa Watson started an online petition calling for the preservation of the clock tower saying that it deserves to remain a part of Topeka history.
Topeka City Council member, Michael Lesser, has been diagnosed with COVID-19.
The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library has a new art exhibit that shines an artistic spotlight on its staff.
ArtsConnect encourages Topekans to shop local this holiday season to help offset the pandemic’s impact on the local economy.
One person was taken into custody following a vehicle pursuit on Sunday afternoon.
Each night the Reedy Set Glow Halloween light show brightens both the corner of 29th and California and the spirits of its guests.
On Sunday, Leap Family Entertainment hosted a trunk or treat to ring in the Halloween spirit at their locations in Topeka and Salina.
On Saturday, hundreds of people drove through Topeka showing their support for the re- election of President Donald Trump.
TPAC hosted a battle between Beatles and a Rolling Stones tribute bands, while leaving plenty of room for the crowd to twist and shout.
A poll conducted by the New York Times shows democratic nominee Barbara Bollier trailing republican Roger Marshall by just 4%
On Tuesday, the City Council made a decision to repeal a city ordinance that brought on much concern from Topeka plumbers.
Putting up posters around where Moose went missing wasn’t enough for the Loyd family, now they are enlisting the help of two professional pet trackers.
The Arty Awards honors artist in Topeka, of both past and present.
The Gun Gap takes a look at two different groups - those who own a firearm, and those who don’t.
A top political leader endorsed Kansas State treasurer Jake La Turner’s bid for the state’s 2nd district congressional seat.
Brendan Wiley presented a financial approach report to the city council detailing what a license and management fee for the Topeka zoo might look like.
Middle and high school students in the Seaman school district will remain on remote learning.
#worshipnow is a traveling event that brings people together for one reason.
A Topeka City Council member spoke out Friday about confusion on a change to the city’s plumbing code.
Members from Blue Shield heard about the Black Lives Matter protest at the capital and decided they also wanted to show their support, but in a way to keep it peaceful for both groups.
A Facebook group based in Topeka is behind new “thin blue line” and “thank you law enforcement” billboards going up around the capital city.
The Topeka Symphony Orchestra was back on stage Saturday night after an eight month hiatus.
The Topeka Police Department has been selected to participate in the ABLE Project which stands for Active Bystander-ship for Law Enforcement.
There was a vote from the Auburn - Washburn board meeting on Monday night on whether to move past the phase two hybrid approach.
Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay announced Yanezc Sandford, 38, has been arrested and is facing charges for a 2016 triple homicide case.
Saturday was the grand opening for Chef Lamona’s food truck and just after about four hors out by Lake Shawnee, they almost completely sold out.
Residents and staff at Oak Creek came together to celebrate Vivian as she turned 100 years old.
On Tuesday, Topeka Public Schools hosted a virtual parent academy to cover solutions to technology problems that students might experience during their time with virtual learning.
Kansas Department of Labor working to meet demand as many Kansans are still waiting for unemployment
Months after Covid threw the state’s unemployment system into turmoil, some are claiming they still haven’t received any form of payment.
The Shawnee County Election Office is sending a postcard to all registered Shawnee County voters, reminding them when and how they can vote.
What was once the Ramada West hotel will soon be an apartment complex. Developers say it will provide nearly 150 units.
Jayhawk Racing Properties claimed the city breached its contract, by not following through on an agreement to buy the heartland park property, and take on the organization’s debt.
On Sunday night, The Beverly Bernardi- Post Conservatory of Dance put on three short shows and rotated parents in and out of the building between each performance.
The Sunflower Slide included para- reigning, which allows riders with disabilities to compete along side everyone else.
The State Finance Council has voted to extend the state’s emergency Disaster Declaration by 30 days with added language.
Topeka Police Chief Bill Cochran has announced he will retire January 1.
On Sunday, lake goers out at Pomona Lake had a special treat from the Rough Water Warriors Ski Team
The Kansas Department Of Insurance building, formerly home to The Topeka Women’s Club is a federal, state, and local historical landmark.
Stormont Vail’s newest clinic, near Indians Hills Elementary and Aldersgate Village is expected to open by the end of October.