Topeka Native Mark Turgeon Introduced as UMKC Basketball Coach
Turgeon reflects on his Hayden High School basketball roots during his introductory press conference.
Pedestrian Killed in Topeka Crash Identified
Kansas Air National Guard Deploys for War Against Iran
Weather
Forecasters Warn of Severe Storms Across Northeast Kansas
Damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes expected on Friday

Dense Fog Advisory Issued; Severe Storms Possible Late Tonight and Friday
Forecasters warn of hazardous travel conditions and potential for strong thunderstorms across Kansas
Kansas Braces for Wildfire Season
Forest Service rep discusses prevention and impact of recent blazes
Lifestyle
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Topeka Residents Can File Taxes for Free with VITA Volunteers
Local organization offers no-cost tax filing assistance until April 15th
Topeka Construction Firm Builds 2026 St. Jude Dream Home
Straight Cut Construction Inc. president discusses company's work on annual charity home giveaway.
Business
Kansas System Adds Two New C-Suite Leaders
Stormont Vail Health names Jay Howard as Chief Legal Officer and Timothy Shultz as VP and Chief Compliance Officer

Topeka Businesses Gear Up for Valentine's Day Rush
Local chocolate shop Hazel Hill Chocolate prepares months in advance for the busy holiday season.
Kansas Pharmacists Fight for Oversight of Pharmacy Middlemen
Proposed legislation aims to increase transparency and stop pharmacies from filling prescriptions at a loss
Sports
K-State Sets Big 12 Tournament 3-Point Record in Dominant Win Over Cincinnati
Wildcats advance to second round, will face Texas Tech on Thursday

Texas Tech Softball Star Launches First-Ever Player-Edition Cleat
NiJaree Canady's new Adidas cleats mark a historic milestone for college softball.
Cair Paravel boys basketball makes history with first 20-win season
The team's 17th straight win puts them at 20 wins for the season, a first in program history.
Politics
Trump Administration's Iran Diplomacy Damaged US Credibility
Repeated breaches of good faith eroded trust and undermined future negotiations, expert argues.

Kansas Supreme Court Justice Marla Luckert to Retire
Luckert served on the state's highest court for 23 years, including a stint as chief justice.
Kansas Bill Aims to Ban Required DEI Courses at Public Colleges
Professor argues this misunderstands higher education's purpose