Category Archives: Local News

Minority Business Spotlight – Cortez Transportation

Minority Business Spotlight – Cortez Transportation

Cortez Transportation Company, Inc., has built a solid reputation by providing professional and reliable ground transportation services in Northeast Kansas. Offering safe, discreet, first-class transportation services for individuals and groups.MORE

Minority Business Spotlight – Omni Circle Group

Minority Business Spotlight – Omni Circle Group

Omni Circle is a Topeka-based nonprofit organization providing personal and professional development of members dedicated to creating a diverse community that achieves success while building environmental sustainability.MORE

‘Smiley face’ in space to appear over Kansas, here’s when

‘Smiley face’ in space to appear over Kansas, here’s when

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansans who turn their eyes skyward, and use a little imagination, will have a chance to spot a rare smiley face in space later this month. 27 News spoke with NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Brenda Culbertson about the upcoming celestial event to learn how people can best enjoy it. She said that…MORE

Bill passed to extend firework sales in Kansas

Bill passed to extend firework sales in Kansas

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Thanks to Senate Bill 199, fireworks can now be sold year-round in Kansas, and retailers are deciding if it’s worth it or not. The law was signed on Wednesday, April 9, but retailers may be opting out.One retailer tells 27 News that shipments are now more expensive because of tariffs, and that…MORE

Topeka woman fights back against drug addiction in the community

Topeka woman fights back against drug addiction in the community

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Organizations in Topeka got together to educate the community about the dangers of drug abuse on Saturday. TK Fights Fentanyl hosted the community drug awareness event on April 12. Topeka residents came out to learn about mental health and drug awareness. TK Fights Fentanyl urges people that are struggling to reach out…MORE

Controlled burns create smoky Topeka skies

Controlled burns create smoky Topeka skies

ROSSVILLE (KSNT) — If you noticed some smoke in the air today around Topeka, there’s a reason for it. Farmers are burning their lands to prepare for the next harvest season. Each spring, several farmers set controlled burns. The process, however, requires many people monitoring the fires at all times. One local farmer told 27…MORE

Olathe man wrongly accused in Chiefs parade shooting found dead

Olathe man wrongly accused in Chiefs parade shooting found dead

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — An Olathe, Kansas man who was wrongly accused of being a “shooter” and “illegal alien” at the Chiefs Super Bowl rally in 2024 has died. Attorney Arthur Benson confirmed to FOX4 that Denton Loudermill Jr. was found dead Friday morning by his family. No cause of death has been released at…MORE

Smoke in the Spring is back in NE Kansas

Smoke in the Spring is back in NE Kansas

TOPEKA (KSNT) – An annual BBQ event is back in northeast Kansas. Smoke in the Spring is back in Osage City for the 22nd year in a row. There are 96 teams from all over the Midwest, and even Canada, to face off to see who has the best chicken, ribs, pork, brisket and even…MORE

Shawnee County residents become more informed voters

Shawnee County residents become more informed voters

TOPEKA (KSNT) – People in Shawnee County spent the day becoming more informed voters. Friday, April 11 is Voter Preparedness Day and local organizations are helping educate the community about how to be a prepared and informed voter. It’s a lesson learned through a fun activity: making buttons. This year, Shawnee County voters will be…MORE