Wichita firefighter’s 30-year career shaped by Air Force training
Richard Barnett has been fighting fires in the Air Capital for three decades. He credits his success to the lessons he learned while serving in the Air Force.
Second Kansas school district closes this week due to sickness
A second Kansas school district is closed Thursday and Friday after a high number of students, staff, and substitutes fell ill.
Pizza Shuttle opens new location at Wichita State University
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Pizza Shuttle has opened a new location in Braeburn Square on the Wichita State University campus, bringing the Lawrence-based pizza shop to its fifth Kansas location. The pizza chain, which has served the Kansas community since 1984, is known for its late-night hours and affordable pizza...
Viral Wichita doorbell video case ends in probation
Court documents say a neighbor’s Ring doorbell camera captured video of a woman being grabbed and pulled away. The neighbor later called 911, and Wichita police posted images and video on social media, hoping someone could identify the woman. The case drew national attention.
Kansas says goodbye to a comfort-food staple after more than four decades
For decades, it was the kind of place locals didn’t think twice about visiting — reliable, familiar, and always there. Now, one of Newton’s longest-running restaurants has quietly served its…
Kansas shooting suspect jailed after he ran from crime scene
SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement investigating a shooting in Wichita have a suspect in custody. Just before 1 a.m. Tuesday, police responded to a reported shooting in the 900 block of S. Rutan, according to a media release. Officers arrived and found a 40-year-old man who received multiple gunshot wounds....
Three new LAS Hall of Fame inductees
The Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences inducted three Wichita State alumni into the Hall of Fame on Tuesday — Warren E. Pickett, Robert E. Shields and Scott W. Stucky. Every year, LAS holds a ceremony to honor the three alumni for their achievements in their respective fields....
Sedgwick County has banner year in the stock market
Investment income totaled $20.3 million in 2025, compared to $15.6 million in 2024. When the county’s investments do well, they can spend the income earned prior to using property tax-related funds.
Señora Moscoso: New Spanish Teacher on Staff
The World Language department welcomes new Spanish teacher, Señora Mabel Moscoso, as she takes on the position left mid-year by Señora Jennifer Shepherd. She brings her distinguished credentials, including her position as a Lecturer of Spanish at WSU, and is known for her illustrious career in Spanish education.
Two downtown Wichita buildings being turned into $40 million hotel
Hotel Indigo is a $40 million, 119-room project currently under construction across from the new Wichita Biomedical Campus at Broadway Avenue and William Street.
