2026 kicks off foggy & slightly cooler
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - After a cold and foggy start to the New Year cold and quiet with wake up temperatures in the 20s. A weak cold front today, will bring slightly cooler highs across Kansas in the 40s and 50s. Some 60s are possible in far western Kansas. Cloud...
KDOT previews I-135, US 54 interchange closure
It's a more than $23 million price tag to close westbound Kellogg from northbound I-135 to renovate the bridge, or ramp, and to build an entirely new bridge from southbound I-135 to eastbound Kellogg.
Hundreds kick off 2026 with First Day Hikes across Kansas
CHENEY, Kan. (KWCH) - More than 500 people gathered at Cheney State Park on Thursday to start the new year exploring the outdoors as part of the annual First Day Hikes tradition. The park was one of 24 Kansas state parks participating in the event that gets people of all...
Native American church ushers in 2026 with 15th ‘Sobriety Powwow’
The Wichita United Methodist Church ushered in 2026 with drums and dancers for the 15th annual Sobriety Powwow.
Wichita’s 2026 economic outlook: Boeing’s return, a crucial sales tax vote and brighter prospects
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - As Wichita heads into 2026, the city stands at a crossroads of opportunity and questions. From major corporate moves to a voter-approved sales tax proposal in March, the year ahead could reshape the city’s economic image and resources. Dr. Larry Straub, associate professor of management at...
Lottē: The best date night restaurant in Wichita
When it comes to the best date night restaurant in Wichita, our pick goes to Lottē. Located at 320 S. Market in downtown Wichita, the restaurant offers changing seasonal menus utilizing many locally sourced ingredients. 320 S. Market St., Wichita, KS 67202. 316-358-9183. Tuesday-Thursday: 5pm – 10pm....
Wichita reacts as CDC reports surge in flu cases across the US
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The CDC currently lists Kansas as having high flu activity levels. The latest data is for the week before Christmas, before most family gatherings take place. Across the US, hospitalizations have nearly doubled from the CDC report a week prior. With many holiday gatherings taking place...
Landlord shares plans for space that Amore Italian Restaurant suddenly vacated
When Amore Italian Restaurant at 2315 W. 21st St. closed with no explanation in October, the landlords weren’t able to speak on the topic, said Michael Moeder, whose family’s Moeder & Associates owns the Clear Lakes Shopping Center where the restaurant operated. Now, though, he’s able to share a bit more — including...
Missing Kansas woman found in Hamlin County
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — An 86-year-old woman from Wichita, Kansas was found in Hamlin County. According to a press release, at approximately 3:59 p.m., a Hamlin County Sheriff’s deputy stopped a vehicle approximately one mile north of Lake Poinsett. Upon contact with the driver, the deputy identified the woman as...
Kansas has $681M to return to residents & businesses. How to find out if...
If you want to begin the new year with some extra cash in your pocket, there;s a chance the state of Kansas is holding some for you. That’s because the office of the state treasurer has more than $681 million in unclaimed property it is charged with returning, and 1 in every 7 Kansans has some to claim. Unclaimed...
