Textron boosts flight test capacity
Textron Aviation has completed a major expansion of its flight test hangar at the company’s East Wichita Campus, strengthening its ability to support growing global demand for the Cessna SkyCourier and ongoing development programmes across its turboprop aircraft portfolio. The 57,000-square-foot extension adds six new
Wichita PD, U.S. Marshals holding press conference on ‘multi-agency warrant initiative’
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Wichita Police Department and the U.S. Marshal Service are holding a press conference at 11 a.m., discussing what’s described as “a multi-agency warrant initiative.”. The WPD didn’t disclose further information on what’s prompting the press conference. KWCH will cover the event and have...
QuikTrip beats another Wichita gas station for best road trip food. What to know
Planning a summer road trip or just need a late-night snack run? Two Wichita-area gas stations landed in the top 10 of USA Today 10Best’s 2026 rankings for best gas station food in America. FULL STORY: QuikTrip outranks another Wichita gas station for best roadside food in America Here are key takeaways: QuikTrip snagg
Kan. teen accused of shooting ex-girlfriend is still at large
SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement investigating a shooting in Wichita continue asking the public for help to locate 16-year-old Cesar Govea, Wichita Police confirmed. Govea is wanted in connection with a shooting on August 24, 2025 that injured his 16-year-old ex-girlfriend and a 17-year-old boy. The victims were inside
Builders plan to comment on proposed duplex rules in this Wichita-area town
The Wichita Area Builders Association will get the chance to weigh in on Goddard’s proposed duplex regulations before the City Council votes on them. But it’s not clear what the association will say. It’s also not clear whether the city will make any changes to the pending regulations,...
Family hopes to keep this 56-year-old restaurant going despite founder’s recent death
The family of The Grinder Man founder Paul Doyon plans to keep the restaurant going following Doyon’s death at age 89 in late April. But they’re still figuring out the details: The restaurant is tied up in probate for now, and while the family works with an attorney to sort that out, the restaurant’s manager of 42 year
The heat is on today
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Jake Dunne says last night’s storms are gone, and the day ahead looks dry, albeit hot and muggy. Mainly sunny skies will take temperatures into the lower 90s this afternoon, and when you factor in the humidity it will feel a degree or two hotter.
Wichita man hurt in west side crash
Troopers said the motorcycle driver was traveling southbound when he entered a curve at a speed greater than was reasonable for existing road conditions and lost control of the motorcycle.
Riverfest visitors beat the heat with water stations and breaks inside Century II
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Riverfest attendees spent the first two days of the festival finding ways to stay cool as hot weather settled over Wichita. Festival officials said clear water bottles are allowed and can be refilled at water stations on the grounds. Organizers also encouraged visitors to cool off inside Century
👟 Area athletes capture 28 titles at KSHSAA State Track and Field Championships
WICHITA, Kan. — Area athletes and relay teams combined to win 28 state championships as the KSHSAA State Track and Field Championships concluded Saturday at Crossland Stadium. Buhler led the area with five Class 4A championships. Hesston and Sterling each claimed four titles, while Inman and Little River each...

















