Former Andover administrator named assistant city manager of Wichita
The City of Wichita announced the appointment of a new assistant city manager on Friday.
Former Sedgwick County detective headed to trial
SEDGWICK COUNTY, Kan. (KWCH) — A former Sedgwick County Sheriff’s detective accused of mishandling child crime cases is headed for trial. Shawn McMahon worked in the Internet Crimes Against Children unit. Prosecutors say he improperly closed cases and failed to investigate complaints. McMahon is charged with two counts
Wichita sushi restaurant owner taking over Chico’s space
The restaurant owner who plans to take over the Chico’s Mexcian Restaurant space at 4407 W. Maple after it closes in mid-September has identified himself. It’s Jacky Chan Sushi owner Binh Tran, whose late-night sushi restaurant has operated at 7820 E. Harry since 2015. Jacky Chan Sushi will...
Stoner’s Pizza Joint opens first Kansas restaurant in Wichita
Stoner’s Pizza Joint has expanded its national footprint with the opening of two new restaurants this week. The expansion includes the company’s first location in […] The post Stoner’s Pizza Joint opens first Kansas restaurant in Wichita first appeared on This is JELD ⚡️ .
Truck leaks propane after rollover crash near Bentley
SEDGWICK, Kan. (KWCH) - A two-vehicle crash reported Thursday afternoon near Bentley prompted a Hazmat response after propane leaked from a valve on a truck that was carrying about 2,500 gallons. On Friday, the Sedgwick County Fire Department shared photos from the crash scene in the 17800 block of West...
Wichita police: Teen with knife arrested outside East High
A 16-year-old armed with a knife allegedly approached students near Wichita East High School on Friday.
One critically injured in motorcycle crash near Hesston
The Harvey County Sheriff's Office said it happened on Hesston Road near Mission Road and NW 96th Street.
Kansas Supreme Court upholds Wichita man’s murder conviction in 2022 robbery
The Kansas Supreme Court has rejected the appeal of a Wichita man who was sentenced to life in prison for a 2022 homicide.
Court affirms woman’s conviction in Old Town killing
The Kansas Supreme Court on Friday upheld the felony murder conviction of a Wichita woman sentenced to life in prison for a fatal 2023 shooting in Old Town.
East High School lockout lifted after knife incident, suspect in custody
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) — Wichita police responded to East High School around 9:40 a.m. after a 16-year-old boy reportedly armed with a knife approached a group of students in the 2100 block of East Douglas. The students called 911 and ran toward the school. East High was placed on...
