Category Archives: Local News

Mulvane Art Museum hosts first faculty exhibition in six years

Mulvane Art Museum hosts first faculty exhibition in six years

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Local artists and faculty of Washburn University held a new art exhibition on Friday labeled, “Being Human.” Six artists and faculty members at Washburn University discussed their artwork in the exhibition on Feb. 21. Every year Washburn chooses a different theme for the spring semester for its classes and the museum incorporates this…MORE

Man charged in Salina double homicide

Man charged in Salina double homicide

SALINA, Kan. (KSNW) — A 35-year-old man who police allege killed two women in Salina Sunday has been charged in connection to their deaths. Preston Reyna (Courtesy Saline County Sheriff’s Office) Preston James Reyna is charged with two counts of first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated battery, aggravated kidnapping, interference with a law enforcement officer,…MORE

Man arrested following alleged stabbing in Topeka

Man arrested following alleged stabbing in Topeka

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Police Department arrested a man in connection to an alleged stabbing that happened Thursday evening. At 3 p.m. on Feb. 20, police were called to the 3400 Block of SE Indiana Ave. for reports of a stabbing. When officers arrived they found two people suffering from non-life threatening injuries. The…MORE

Wildfire season: how you can make an impact this year

Wildfire season: how you can make an impact this year

TOPEKA (KSNT) – With wildfire season around the corner, there are plenty of ways non-firefighters can make a difference ahead of the heat. Riley County District 1 Deputy Fire Chief Doug Russell joined the 27 News Morning crew with some tips for homeowners, advice for controlled burnings and insight into the volunteer program. Topeka Zoo…MORE

Capper Foundation previews 30th annual Blarney Breakfast

Capper Foundation previews 30th annual Blarney Breakfast

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Lacey Kinder and Bob Carmichael joined the 27 News morning show on Thursday to preview the upcoming 2025 Blarney Breakfast. The Capper Foundation is gearing up for its 30th annual all-you-can-eat breakfast. Kinder said this year it will be at the Blind Tiger restaurant. She said the event is to benefit the…MORE

Tyson Foods will keep hundreds of workers past closure date

Tyson Foods will keep hundreds of workers past closure date

Video aired Dec. 2, 2024. EMPORIA (KSNT) – Tyson Foods has notified the Kansas Department of Commerce (KDC) that it plans to keep some employees past the plant closure date for duties relating to the plant closure. On Feb. 14, 2025, Tyson Foods sent the KDC a letter regarding the closure of its plant in…MORE

Dana Chandler’s kids testify

Dana Chandler’s kids testify

POTAWATTOMIE COUNTY (KSNT) – There is new drama in the Dana Chandler trial as her children took the witness stand. She’s again on trial for the 2002 murder of her ex-husband Mike Sisco and his fiancée Karen Harkness. Topeka man arrested for Jessica’s Law sexual offense It was emotional in court Thursday. Chandler’s kids, Hailey…MORE

Topeka stabbing arrest

Topeka stabbing arrest

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka Police Department has arrested a man in connection with a stabbing. Bruce A. Bryant, 58, of Topeka was arrested for two counts of aggravated battery. Thursday, Feb. 20th, at around 3 in the afternoon Topeka Police Department responded to the area of the 3400 Block of SE Indiana Ave. for a…MORE

Kids museum in Topeka offers Free Family Fun Night

Kids museum in Topeka offers Free Family Fun Night

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is giving families a chance to visit for free each month. Thursday, Feb. 20, the Discovery Center hosted Free Family Fun Night. It allows kids and families to explore the museum’s exhibits and activities at no charge. Topeka wedding venue hosts free wedding experience expo While this…MORE