Man jailed in eastern Kansas on ICE detainer dies at KC hospital
The Allen County Sheriff's Office said the 29-year-old man was found in medical distress and unresponsive in his cell.
WPD’s ‘Second Chance Thursday’ leads to reinstated licenses, dismissed warrants
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Results are in from last week’s ‘Second Chance Thursday’ held by Wichita Police and the Department of Motor Vehicles. The event offered Wichita residents a chance to clear traffic tickets and warrants without the immediate risk of jail. It was open to people with outstanding traffic citations, tr
Wichita walking club enjoys good health and good company
KSN's Mike Mahoney spoke with a medical specialist at the University of Kansas and the Wichita Weekly Walks club to learn about the health benefits of walking.
Free backpacks, groceries and haircuts available to Wichita families this Saturday
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - This weekend, Hope Wichita is hosting its annual back-to-school backpack giveaway in the Wichita area. School families will be able to get much needed school supplies and more for free on Saturday. Starting at 9 a.m., seven different locations through Wichita, along with Valley Center and Goddard
As Wichita encroaches, Goddard wants to do a better job of telling its own...
The city of Goddard could spend as much as $150,000 next year to do what it refers to as a better job of telling the city’s story as a growing community and regional tourism destination. City leaders said they feel this is critical because west Wichita development is getting closer and closer to Goddard’s boundaries. “
Wichita contractor says high heat means precautions, planning ahead
David Nelsen, the owner and operator of Wichita-based Nelsen Contracting, said the high temperatures can impact him and his workers in more ways than one.
Wichita Margarita Fest moves to Botanica for 2026
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 29 which marks the return of Wichita Margarita Fest. This time it’s a new look with a new venue as festival moves to the beautiful gardens at Botanica. This event runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., and for obvious reasons, is 21+...
‘Explosive diarrhea’ outbreak includes nearly 300 cases across Kansas, 30 in Sedgwick County
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Data from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment show that cases of cyclosporiasis jumped from a year-to-date total of 55 cases statewide to nearly 300 in a week. This climb comes amid a nationwide outbreak of the foodborne illness previously linked to produce. Data from...
Wichita shines at Farnborough International Airshow in UK
A Wichita delegation is showcasing the city's aerospace industry at the Farnborough International Airshow, where companies and research institutions have announced several deals.
‘We’re drowning’: Rising costs overwhelm animal welfare community
One morning in July, Linda Ruzich picks up a female German shepherd at the Kansas Humane Society. The dog’s final destination is a Topeka-area rescue. Ruzich is in charge of transporting the shepherd on the first leg of her trip, from Wichita to Emporia. Transporters are called to action when rescues and shelters need
