Jury Awards $8.3M to Foster Teen's Family After Death at Juvenile Intake Center
Jurors found five juvenile officers in Sedgwick County used excessive force or failed to intervene in the 2021 death of Cedric 'C.J.' Lofton.
Pratt Regional Medical Center Disputes Lease Termination Threat
Kansas Lawmakers Propose Sextortion Bill After Teen's Tragic Death
Lifestyle
Salina Voters to Decide Fate of Pit Bull Ban
League of Women Voters hosts forum ahead of special election on repealing city's 2004 ordinance.

Wichita Board of Education Confirms Closure of Four Elementary Schools
Community members voice concerns over the district's decision to shutter L'ouverture, OK, Pleasant Valley, and Woodland Elementary schools.
Wichita Mourns Passing of Veteran and Business Owner Paul White Sr.
The community celebrates the life and legacy of the longtime local entrepreneur and gospel music hall of famer.
Crime
Jury Awards $8.3 Million to Kansas Foster Teen's Family After Death at Juvenile Intake Center
Jurors found five juvenile officers either used excessive force on Cedric 'C.J.' Lofton or failed to intervene during his mental health crisis.

Kansas Considers Bill to Crack Down on Extreme Speeding
Proposed legislation would make driving 35+ mph over the limit a reckless offense
Wichita Man Sentenced to Life for Child Sex Crimes
Brian Lee Cole Rogers received life in prison with a 50-year minimum before parole eligibility.
Business
Pizza Hut to Close 250 Underperforming Locations
Struggling pizza chain's parent company Yum Brands announces major store closures.

Evergy Offers $10,000 'Good Hometown Grants' for Nonprofits
Funding available for organizations focused on basic needs like food, housing, hygiene, and bill payment assistance
Central Spray Foam of Wichita Expands Energy-Efficient Insulation Solutions
Wichita homeowners gain access to blown-in insulation to improve coverage, reduce energy waste, and strengthen overall home performance.
Weather
Cold Front Brings Minor Changes to Kansas Weather
Expect a sunny Friday with highs in the 50s, followed by a warmer weekend.

Wichita Police Respond to 'Incident' in Old Town
Street closure reported as authorities investigate the situation.
Wintry Weather Hits Kansas, Warmer Days Ahead
Cold and cloudy conditions give way to sunny skies and rising temperatures this weekend.
Sports
No. 24 Bulldog softball opens season with 10-0 run-rule at Baylor
Mississippi State dominates Baylor in season opener behind Peja Goold's one-hitter and four home runs from the offense

K-State AD Shares Thoughts on Basketball Program
Athletic Director Gene Taylor discusses the state of the Kansas State basketball team.
Harding's Career Night Not Enough as Wichita State Falls to Tulsa
Graduate guard Jaila Harding scored a Division I career-high 24 points, but the Shockers couldn't hold off the Golden Hurricane's late surge.