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City plans $18M pedestrian bridge over Rock Road; Koch donation will help

The bridge would cross Rock where the Redbud trail runs adjacent to the Wichita home of billionaire Koch chairman and co-CEO Charles Koch.

Updated August 31, 2026 at 6:15 PM

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End of an era for this one-of-a-kind recreational facility near Wichita

August 31, 2026 at 5:05 PM

Crime & Courts

Valley Center teen dies in shooting; 16-year-old arrested on suspicion of murder

Updated August 31, 2026 at 2:41 PM

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Drivers found buckled up can earn money in Kansas, starting today

August 31, 2026 at 10:59 AM

Education

A side hustle is a real business: How to protect your part-time job

Updated August 31, 2026 at 1:24 PM

Education

How to spot a fake job offer before fall 2026 hiring picks up

Updated August 31, 2026 at 10:35 AM

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Hydration Homies leave free water for people across Wichita

Updated August 31, 2026 at 12:45 PM

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Monday classes at Derby elementary school canceled after kitchen fire

August 30, 2026 at 12:32 PM

Crime & Courts

Off-duty deputy arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence

August 30, 2026 at 12:27 PM

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All-volunteer group tries to keep free water close at hand for anyone in Wichita

August 30, 2026 at 1:38 PM

Restaurant News & Reviews

Who passed health checks in Wichita KS? Mexican food, burgers, dessert shops & more

August 30, 2026 at 7:13 AM

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‘It was nothing but God:’ Woman recognized by KHP for stopping suicide attempt

Updated August 29, 2026 at 9:03 AM

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'It Was Nothing but God_' Woman Recognized by KHP for Stopping Suicide Attempt

August 29, 2026 at 9:03 AM

Restaurant News & Reviews

Rotting meat, expired food, trash piles, flies & more at Wichita KS restaurants

August 29, 2026 at 8:15 AM

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Kechi residents see soaring water bills; city looking into outside investigation

Updated August 28, 2026 at 4:29 PM

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Andover’s city administrator named Wichita’s new assistant city manager

August 28, 2026 at 3:40 PM

Crime & Courts

Wichita man sentenced for giving drugs to girl who died during nightlong binge

August 28, 2026 at 3:21 PM

Crime & Courts

Life sentence for Wichita man who killed estranged wife, a Marine Corps sergeant

August 28, 2026 at 3:18 PM

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3 new cases of West Nile virus reported in Kansas as risk level remains high

August 28, 2026 at 3:05 PM

Crime & Courts

KS postmaster falsified money orders so she could embezzle thousands, feds say

Updated August 28, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Crime & Courts

Police arrest teen after knife report involving students near Wichita high school

August 28, 2026 at 12:18 PM

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Where are the most fun states? See where Kansas lands in 2026 rankings

August 29, 2026 at 4:03 AM

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Man’s death at Wichita home likely not tied to fire, autopsy pending, WFD says

Updated August 28, 2026 at 10:25 AM

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If this part of the former Masonic Home is razed, it’s only following history

Updated August 28, 2026 at 8:27 AM

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25-year-old identified after fatal crash in northwest Sedgwick County

Updated August 27, 2026 at 10:31 PM

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City plans $18M pedestrian bridge over Rock Road; Koch donation will help

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End of an era for this one-of-a-kind recreational facility near Wichita

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Monday classes at Derby elementary school canceled after kitchen fire

Off-duty deputy arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence

All-volunteer group tries to keep free water close at hand for anyone in Wichita

Who passed health checks in Wichita KS? Mexican food, burgers, dessert shops & more

‘It was nothing but God:’ Woman recognized by KHP for stopping suicide attempt

'It Was Nothing but God_' Woman Recognized by KHP for Stopping Suicide Attempt

Rotting meat, expired food, trash piles, flies & more at Wichita KS restaurants

Kechi residents see soaring water bills; city looking into outside investigation

Andover’s city administrator named Wichita’s new assistant city manager

Wichita man sentenced for giving drugs to girl who died during nightlong binge

Life sentence for Wichita man who killed estranged wife, a Marine Corps sergeant

3 new cases of West Nile virus reported in Kansas as risk level remains high

KS postmaster falsified money orders so she could embezzle thousands, feds say

Police arrest teen after knife report involving students near Wichita high school

Where are the most fun states? See where Kansas lands in 2026 rankings

Man’s death at Wichita home likely not tied to fire, autopsy pending, WFD says

If this part of the former Masonic Home is razed, it’s only following history

25-year-old identified after fatal crash in northwest Sedgwick County