SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) – A local fire department is expanding. The Shawnee Heights Fire Department announced they’re building a new headquarters near 61st and Ratner Rd. in Berryton. New staff sign on to fill gaps in Emergency Communications Center in Shawnee County The fire district is also getting massive upgrades to its equipment. They say…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Riley County Police Department (RCPD) Deputy Director Erin Friedland joined the 27 News morning show on Tuesday to discuss winter driving. Friedland said one of the most important things for people who park outside is making sure the windshield is defrosted and there are no blind spots. “Just go slow, give yourself…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – As temperatures plummet, vehicles can become more problematic. 27 News took a look at how cold it needs to be to freeze the fluids in your car. According to AAA, while it’s not impossible, the chances of gasoline freezing in your tank are low. AAA says the freezing point of gasoline is…… MORE
SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) – Shawnee County’s 911 Dispatch Center is working to train new employees this spring after suffering from dangerous staff shortages. New Shawnee County dispatchers are working through a six-month training period to replenish the county’s Emergency Communications Center. The county lost multiple dispatchers in 2024, putting increased pressure on those who remained…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas’ attorney general and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) have signed a deal to assist federal immigration forces in the Sunflower State. Danedri Herbert with the Kansas Office of the Attorney General said in a press release on Monday, Feb. 17 that Attorney General Kris Kobach and the KBI have signed…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Transportation and weather officials are reporting icy and snow-covered roads in northeast Kansas. At the US-75 bridge crossing the Kansas River, KanDrive is reporting icy roads. US-24 west of Topeka is completely covered and heading east is partially covered in snow. US-75, I-70 and I-335 are partially covered in snow, according to…… MORE
SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) – The Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office is implementing a different kind of accident reporting due to the winter weather. Starting at 9:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17, Shawnee County Sheriff Brian Hill announced his deputies will be implementing Phase III Accident Reporting. During this type of accident reporting, there is a limited list…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – If you have to get out and use your car in the coming days it’s important to make sure your vehicle is prepared for the elements ahead. First, make sure car battery is in good condition and have close to a full tank of gas, but don’t forget to add extra air…… MORE
MANHATTAN (KSNT) – Visit Manhattan is conducting a study in the hopes of making the city a premier sports destination. The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce announced in a news release on Monday, Feb. 17 that Visit Manhattan is working with Huddle Up Group to create a study on the feasibility of sports tourism. Visit…… MORE
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Arab Shriners are giving back to heroes in the capital city in a unique way. The circus is coming to the capital city this weekend. First responders in Shawnee County received free tickets on Monday, Feb. 17. Topeka Police Chief Chris Vallejo, Topeka Fire Chief Randy Phillips, Shawnee County Sheriff Brian Hill…… MORE
