Isaac French
Multimedia Journalist
Topeka, Kan.
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Isaac French is a multimedia journalist for WIBW-TV.
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The Reed Dental Center held a ribbon cutting Wednesday for their new office in the Fairlawn Shopping Center.
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Multiple human trafficking suspects taken into custody after warrants served at six Shawnee Co. spas
Multiple human trafficking suspects have been taken into custody after warrants were served at six spas in the Shawnee Co. area.
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Stormont Vail reached a major milestone Wednesday morning in their efforts to help end the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The FDA announced Tuesday that two monoclonal antibody treatments should no longer be used to treat COVID patients, because they don’t work against the omicron variant.
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The head of Harvesters says the need for food among Kansans is clear, he says their distribution rate is 30% higher that it was just two years ago.
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The parking meters that just returned to downtown Topeka’s side streets a few months ago could go away again.
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According to the latest statistics from the National Insurance Crime Bureau, over 9000 Kansans reported their vehicle stolen in 2020, a 15% increase from 2019.
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A local high school basketball game ended Friday night with a physical altercation that involved players, coaches, and parents.
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Around thirty parents came to Wednesday night’s meeting because they say they have issues with how the board is handling issues within the district..
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Kansas Governor Laura Kelly addressed Kansans and legislators alike on Tuesday night during her State of the State address.
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An early morning fire on SW Macvicar destroyed the Servantez family’s home and seven- year- old, Alexander Servantez, lost his life.
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A new Topeka organization with a goal to help the Montara community, held its first fundraising event Sunday.
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According to a Facebook Post, the Cortez Light Show will be canceled in 2022 after an electrical fire caused damages to their light show system.
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The snow started sticking to Topeka streets Wednesday night and city crews began working to ensure your morning commute is as safe as possible.
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Topeka’s new mayor and council members took their seats Tuesday and didn’t waste any time getting to work, laying out how they’ll find a new city manager to replace Brent Trout.
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The USD 383 Board voted 4-1 to begin requiring masks in all district schools and support buildings when classes resume Tuesday.
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The freezing temperatures didn’t allow much snow to melt Sunday, but road crews are hard at work to make sure the roadways are clear.
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The snow that hit NE Kansas is here to stay for a while and crews are working non-stop to clear the roadways.
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The NOTO Art’s District hosted its second annual new years eve celebration with a countdown to midnight in Redbud Park.
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If you need some last minute New Year’s Eve plans, the Professional Cowboy Rodeo Association has you covered.
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A message claiming to be from KDHE directs people to a web site asking for personal information.
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The omicron variant and the increase of COVID cases have led many universities to rethink their spring semester.
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The American Red Cross says the nation is facing an extreme blood supply shortage.
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The state’s department of health and environment has recommendations for those traveling and gathering this holiday season.
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The Council gave special recognition to a few individuals and said goodbye to a few others.
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A Junction City couple talks about how they drove to Mayfield, Kentucky to help with tornado relief.
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The Topeka Zoo saw a record-breaking amount of guests so far in 2021.
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Topeka club is spreading Christmas cheer and their love for what brings them together.
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The storms left their fair share of damage behind... some carrying quite the risk.
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The county’s public safety agencies gathered at the Osage County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday to deliver what they collected to the Help House.
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Bowling Green, Kentucky was hit particularly hard after an EF-3 tornado hit the area.
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A long-time Christmas season tradition continued for a west Topeka church Sunday.
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The Riley Co. Police Department (RCPD) is asking for the public’s help in regard to a shooting at Tate’s Bar in Aggieville Sunday morning.
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Lyon Co. dispatch confirmed to 13 NEWS around 6:30 Sunday morning that a structure fire is underway at an apartment complex in Emporia.
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Hundreds of people filled the Kansas State Capitol Saturday in honor of late Senator Bob Dole.
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The public was invited to come bundle up to watch the Washburn volleyball team compete in the National semi-finals and follow it up with a John Hughes Christmas classic.
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Some Topeka neighborhoods will be receiving some financial help thanks to grants approved by the Topeka City Council.
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Governor Kelly says the state will continue to work with hospitals, pharmacies, and local health departments to help Kansans prepare.
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Senator Bob Dole will be remembered for his political career and his military service but one thing that Amy Hyten hopes is not forgotten, is his passion for helping the disabled.
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Sunday, President Joe Biden issued a statement on Twitter mourning the loss of Senator Bob Dole.
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News of Sen. Bob Dole’s passing has touched the lives of lawmakers from Kansas.
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Two teens were killed early Sunday in a single-vehicle crash on Fort Riley Boulevard near the Scenic Drive overpass in Riley County.
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Hundreds of people lined Kansas Avenue to get in the Christmas spirit for the annual Miracle on Kansas Avenue parade.
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Sounds of the holiday season filled Grace Cathedral on Saturday.
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Governor Laura Kelly said that just as the first COVID cases appeared on the coast and traveled toward Kansas, she expects to see the same with this variant.
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On this Giving Tuesday, a local hospital celebrated the efforts of its annual giving event.
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For the first time in nearly thirty years, the state of Kansas is receiving a comprehensive housing study.
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The demolition process for the White Lakes Mall property is running a little behind schedule.
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A new Topeka business is hoping to provide a fun place for gamers to come together and do what they love the most.
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City leaders, community members, and even some folks from out of town gathered at Evergy Plaza to help Downtown Topeka kick off their Christmas season.