Tori Whalen

As winter is fast approaching, Sheldon Head Start wants to ensure its kids are prepared by giving out some winter gear.

A county-wide sales tax increase will be on the general election ballot for Shawnee County residents.

A belated ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Monday morning for a Topeka fitness park created with the help of AARP.

Several law students finally have been sworn in as state and federal attorneys.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Robinson Middle School created a school project to celebrate heroes and role models who are Hispanic.

Washburn University hosted a “Wake Up with Washburn” breakfast meeting Thursday, September 29, focused on the changes made to the health-care industry and insurance following the COVID pandemic.

A Los Angeles business owner returned to Kansas to share his success story with college students on Monday, September 26, at Washburn University.

One SE Kansas community college held a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new career training facility.

The Capper Foundation received a $2,040 donation raised by the Western Hills Ladies 9-Hole League from its summer golf tournament.

The Kansas Motor Carriers Association donated car seats on Tuesday, September 20, with a mission to reduce the chance of young kids being killed in car accidents.

Golfers braved the heat on Monday, September 19, at the Topeka Country Club so Stormont Vail Health can purchase an important piece of equipment for its Simulation Lab.

The Shawnee Co. Commission, along with several other county agencies will do business from a new location before the end of this year.

A signing ceremony was at the Kansas Statehouse Friday due to a massive grain deal between delegates of the country of Taiwan and U.S. farmers.

The old Wolfe’s Camera Shop building, located at 634 S Kansas Ave. in downtown Topeka, is being converted into a space for innovators and entrepreneurs.

The 22nd annual Big Hearts Golf Tournament hosted by the Stormont Vail Foundation is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 19, at the Topeka Country Club.

Several Shawnee Co. residents were given a chance to expunge their convictions and criminal arrests on Thursday, if the crime qualifies.

The United Way of Greater Topeka Junior Reading program has just surpassed a big milestone.

The Topeka Public Schools Foundation celebrated those giving extra support to local students on Tuesday.

The historic Harley Davidson building, that can be found on 21 St. and Topeka Blvd., also offers its visitors a meal at the Black Dog Bar-B-Que located inside the historic building.

Four business leaders have been recognized for their contributions and dedication to their companies and communities by being inducted to the 2023 Topeka Business Hall of Fame.

Students and staff members with USD 501 gathered outside Topeka High School on Monday, September 12, to pay tribute to the lives lost in the September 11th attacks.

The Greater Topeka Partnership celebrated a new dental office that recently opened at Fairlawn Plaza that decided to join the organization on Monday.

A new- and old-fashioned couture beauty salon is giving some discounts to downtown workers.

A new strength training program for older adults was in Holton to build up the strength of members from the older generation.

A trailer hauling a large part of a wind turbine overturned just east of Leonardville on Highway 24 Monday afternoon.

Justin Packham, 34, of Shawnee has plead guilty to downloading child pornographic images from the internet and now faces a maximum prison sentence of 20 years.

One person was injured while battling an out of control brush fire in Riley Co. on Thursday.

Select McDonald’s locations - including eight Topeka locations - will sell Chiefs flags in honor of Red Friday; an annual event where the proceeds from sales will raise money for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Kansas (RMHC).

13 NEWS has learned the former white lakes mall property is one step closer to changing hands.

If you have been affected by the Capitol One data breach that happened on July 19, 2019, you only have about 3 weeks to file a claim to be reimbursed.

A Topeka senior living center hosted an event Wednesday to teach residents and area veterans more about Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits.

Republican Nominee for Governor and Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt announced his plan on Tuesday, Sept. 6, to eliminate the sales tax on diapers and feminine hygiene.

The Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA) opened three Tesla electric charging stations on Friday, September 2, at the start of Labor Day weekend.

Several public health advisories have been issued for Kansas lakes infested with blue-green algae.

An organization dedicated to being an advocate for children called CASA hosted its annual breakfast Thursday, September 1.

Water professionals throughout Kansas put their skills to the test with multiple competitions on Wednesday.

A Washburn Rural High School wrestling coach spoke with members from Advisors Excel Wednesday, August 31, about mental health and received a surprise check from Advisors to support the coach’s cause.

The Lawrence Police Department attempts to find a 72-year-old man last seen in the woods on Saturday, August 27.

A water / wastewater conference fills the Stormont Vail Events Center with water professionals Tuesday, August 30, to name the city with the best tap water.

A boil order for the City of Morrill has now been rescinded.

The Shawnee Co. Board of Commissioners approved two measures Monday, August 29, for the Shawnee Co. Department of Corrections and one company’s rezoning request.

Friday, August 26, is National Dog Day and Topeka Public Schools celebrated by recognizing staff members and some furry animals who have made quite the impact on Topeka Public School students.

The Riley Co. Police Department is expressing great concern as, it says, fentanyl overdoses have been on the rise across the country and here in northeast Kansas.

On Wednesday, August 24, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Kansas State Director for Rural Development Christy Davis reported that the USDA has decided to invest more than $600,000 in critical infrastructure to rural Kansas communities.

Some updated reports outlining the campaign finance reports of the Kansas primary election reveal how much money both sides of the “Value Them Both” Amendment contributed to their respective campaigns.

Wichita has been selected as the new home for a new manufacturing facility that will lead to more jobs and investments for the community.

A boil order released 2 days ago for Sabetha and Nemaha Co. has officially been rescinded.

A Shawnee Co. fire station is removing its public recycling bins after the receptacles were repeatedly misused.

As Americans continue to fight high inflation prices, the Better Business Bureau has some tips you can use to save money.

Relay for Life will hold a movement event Saturday, August 27, to remember the lives lost to cancer and to raise money for research, and hopefully, a cure.