TOPEKA (KSNT) – Two organizations providing warming centers to local Topeka residents will be ending the service on Friday. At 9 a.m. the Topeka Rescue Mission (TRM) Ministries and Fellowship Hi-Crest will close their warming centers. The organizations had opened their doors on Feb. 11 following a round of wintery weather. “The unwavering support from…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local chocolate shop is working overtime to make sure everyone has a special Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s day is right around the corner, and Hazel Hill Chocolate in Downtown Topeka has been taking call-ahead and walk-in orders all week long. “One of the things everybody asked is, ‘Do you have strawberries?’, Nick…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Flu cases are intensifying across the capital city and the nation. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates at least 310,000 people have been hospitalized from the winter virus so far this season. At least 13,000 people have died. It’s now being called the worst flu season in 15 years. Working for you, 27 News…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – As many Kansans are shoveling out of another snowstorm and are expecting the possibility of more, it can put some people at risk for a heart attack. The Topeka ER & Hospital told 27 News it’s sees people each year who suffer heart attacks or heart stress from shoveling. How much snow…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Helping Hands Humane Society (HHHS) and Topeka Correctional Facility have partnered up for the launch of the ‘PHAT’ cats program to provide care to foster cats. Placing Homeless & Terrific, aka. PHAT, puts foster cats in the care of TCF residents. Three to five cats will be housed at the TCF.…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Police Department (TPD), Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office and Emporia Police Department (EPD) have ended their restricted accident reporting phases. At the county level, Sheriff Brian C. Hill announced the sheriff’s office would enter into Phase III accident reporting at 4:50 a.m. on Wednesday. Under Phase III accident reporting deputies will…… MORE
SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) – The Kansas Hospital Association has published its statewide report on the importance of the healthcare sector on Kansas’ economy. According to the report, healthcare is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the local economy. The KHA says a strong healthcare system supports business productivity and helps attract businesses and retirees to…… MORE
MANHATTAN (KSNT) – A 62-year-old was listed as the victim of an attempted arson in Manhattan. According to the Riley County Police Department, officers responded to reports of an aggravated arson at 4:42 p.m. in the 4300 block of Fawn Circle. The RCPD said the residence was set on fire while the 62-year-old victim was…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Working in communications, Staff Sgt. Paul Martin would see the end of the Korean War firsthand, serving in Japan and Korea during the conflict. With typing experience from high school, the Jefferson County Kansan would put those skills to the test as a Teletype Operator in the Air Force. “I ended up…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – With temperatures falling into the single digits next week, we’re at a time of year when your pipes could be susceptible to freezing, and it could cost you your hard-earned cash. To avoid money leaking from your wallet, one plumber told 27 News there are ways to avoid it. “Always keep a…… MORE
