Local homeless shelter plans to double capacity during weather emergencies as temperatures rise
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Union Rescue Mission is preparing for an influx of people in need as summer temperatures approach. David Hodge, CEO of Union Rescue Mission, said homelessness can affect anyone. “We can find ourselves with a health event, lose your job, lose your insurance, have a health event,...
Where America’s first fast food joint opened, and why it’s not there anymore
It may not be the first name that comes to mind when you think fast food, but it really was the first chain available.
Third-generation Wichita teacher reflects on lasting impact of educators
"If a teacher can impact a child, not only the way he thinks, but the way he speaks, the way he acts, the habits he gains, then he becomes a better person."
Winfield man dies in collision with Arkansas City woman
The Cowley County Sheriff's Office said it happened Saturday night at U.S. Highway 77 and 202nd Road.
Wins For Kansas: John M. West American Legion Post 408
About 450 people make time for the John M. West American Legion Post 408, serving Derby and Haysville, on East Washington Street, just off K-15 in Derby.
Storm Track 3 Forecast: Pattern change arrives, rain and cool through midweek
A few strong to severe storms are possible overnight farther East. Chief Meteorologist Lisa Teachman tracks how long the rain sticks around and who could see snow as temps fall by mid-week.
Skin Cancer Awareness Month highlights importance of screening and prevention
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the U.S., according to data from the American Cancer Society. With that, doctors say early detection starts with knowing what to look for and not waiting to get checked if something seems off. Symptoms include new,...
Wichita bus route changes cause difficulties for some transportation users
Wichita bus route changes cause difficulties for some transportation users. Right now, Route 28 takes Uppendahl directly to a dirt bus stop in the parking lot of Coleman Manufacturing, where he works, but when the city’s new transit routes go into effect on May 23rd, his route will now drop him off just over a mile from work at North 37th Street and Broadway...
Safe Haven Baby Box helps keep surrendered infants safe. Is Wichita getting one?
Wichita could become the next city in Kansas to receive a Safe Haven Baby Box . The climate-controlled boxes, outfitted with alarms, allow a parent or legal guardian to anonymously and legally surrender unharmed infants, according to a city agenda report. The report highlights an agreement between the city, Wesley Hospital, and Ascension Medical Foundation for the box donation, which will be located at...
Abrupt change – some rain; even snow
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Another taste of late winter arrives in Kansas for Tuesday and Wednesday with much chillier air and some areas, even the potential of snow. Much warmer ground temperatures will limit accumulations to just an inch or two near the Goodland area, but it does represent just how much cooler things will be for Kansas.
