Editor’s note: This article has been updated to reflect that Culver’s will not be open on Thanksgiving. We regret the error. TOPEKA (KSNT) – Many restaurants in the capital city will be open on the Thanksgiving holiday. KSNT 27 News reached out to numerous chain and local restaurants to see which will be open for…… MORE
KANSAS (KSNT) — The Biden administration approved a loan guarantee of $4.9 billion for a controversial project that would dissect Kansas with an electric transmission line. On Monday, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that it would be giving a conditional loan to Grian Belt Express LLC as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing…… MORE
KANSAS (KSNT) – An Evergy executive has sold over $3 million in stock and will be stepping down from the position. On Nov. 8, Evergy filed a report with the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) announcing the departure of Kevin E. Bryant from the position of Chief Operating Officer. He will serve as the Executive Vice…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Our November honoree opens her office door to middle schoolers dealing with anxiety, depression or a disability and she helps students gain confidence, acceptance or some form of escape by coaching a variety of sports. Here’s November’s Everything Woman. Allie Foley was born in Sacramento, California, and her passion for sports was…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Former Washburn University football coach Craig Schurig opened up, after the school announced he will not return next year. As one door closes, another one opens. Schurig said he disagreed with the process that led to his dismissal after 22 seasons leading the Washburn football program. Nonetheless, he’s grateful to have been…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka police say more card skimmers are being found locally, posing a financial danger to locals who fall victim to the devices. 27 News reached out to the Topeka Police Department (TPD) amid reports of new card skimmers being found in the Capital City this week. City spokeswoman Rosie Nichols confirms police…… MORE
MANHATTAN (KSNT) – Manhattan drivers should anticipate multiple road closures for Thanksgiving Day due to a local 5k race. The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) posted on social media on Nov. 25 warning people that several streets will be closed throughout Manhattan on Thanksgiving for the annual Turkey Trot 5K. (Photo Courtesy/Riley County Police Department)…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the governor’s mansion. The holiday season is just getting started at Cedar Crest. On Monday, Nov. 25, Governor Laura Kelly received a Christmas tree in a horse-drawn carriage—just in time for the holidays. Wild Heart Carriages made the carriage in Abilene, Kansas. Santa Claus…… MORE
WAMEGO (KSNT) — The latest story from the world of the wonderful wizard is selling more than just movie tickets. “Wicked” — a cinematic adaptation of the Broadway musical — debuted in theaters last weekend and made $164.2 million globally. The most recent spinoff of the classic 1939 film “The Wizard of Oz” is so…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka police have released the identity of the city’s latest deadly shooting victim Tuesday. Rosie Nichols with the City of Topeka said the Topeka Police Department (TPD) has identified the Nov. 24 shooting victim as Jessie L. Grahnert, 32, of Topeka. The investigation into Grahnert’s death is ongoing. Police were called around…… MORE
