Two teens charged in connection with Derby robbery and shooting
Two teenagers were charged with robbery and attempted murder after a person was shot in Derby last week. The shooting happened around 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 17 during a sale that was pre-arranged online, the Derby Police Department said in a social media post . While meeting near the 200 block of Overlook, the...
Locals relieved after Wichita’s main water supply rebounds from concerning drought: ‘I was praying...
"We'll actually be able to go out in the water instead of having to walk a half a mile out to find the water itself." Residents relieved after city's main water supply rebounds from concerning drought: 'I was praying for rain' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Sedgwick County jail updates book policy following contraband investigation last month
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office has updated its policy on books at the Adult Detention Facility, replacing the temporary suspension announced last month. On Feb. 5, the sheriff’s office suspended the acceptance of all books by inmates. The suspension took effect as authorities looked...
Man accused of threatening Wichita mayor appears in court
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The man accused of threatening Wichita mayor Lily Wu made his first appearance in court on Thursday. Griffin Kyle Cornejo is charged with two counts of criminal threat. 12 News obtained 911 radio traffic from the incident that happened on Monday. “Calling party’s with COMCARE, says...
Radar being used to find unmarked grave of a Wichita founder
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Work was underway on Tuesday in Wichita’s Highland Cemetery to uncover new secrets, including the unmarked grave of a man who helped build Wichita. Friends of the Wichita Pioneers, a local nonprofit, is using a special tool to find answers buried in the cemetery.
Kansas felon sold meth to undercover officer multiple times
WICHITA, KAN. – A Kansas man was sentenced to 120 months in prison for selling methamphetamine to an undercover police officer, according to the United State's Attorney. According to court documents, Wayne F. Fleming, 41, of Wichita pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of a controlled substance. In...
Looking for Lao food? Look no further than Lao Food Market
If you’re looking for Lao food in Wichita, there aren’t many options so I want you to put this one on your radar. Lao Food Market at 3141 S. Hillside is not just a southside grocery store. There’s a full menu for diners to order from to get food on the go and it’s worth every penny.
Andover Historical Museum uncovers town’s rich past
The Andover Historical Museum has been around for decades, and the new board wants to start a new chapter.
20 years after closing, former Joyland site draws crews for another large fire
There's more trouble at the abandoned Joyland amusement park in south Wichita, a property that has seen years of neglect. Shortly after midnight on Wednesday, the sky in south Wichita above the once vibrant property was glowing as fire and smoke poured into the night. Joyland was once the largest...
Under the Radar: Kansas’ Top 10 Tornadoes of All Time
KSNW Chief Meteorologist Lisa Teachman has teamed up with KSNT’s Chief Meteorologist Matt Miller to launch Under the Radar — a brand‑new podcast about all things weather.
