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John Scott Cronk

John Scott Cronk, of Emporia, died on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Kansas Heart Hospital in Wichita. He was 66.

Best Airbnb Stays in Wichita, Kansas to Stay in 2025

Wichita has tons of attractions for tourists to experience. Here is our pick of the finest Airbnbs in Wichita to book in 2025.

50 most popular chain restaurants in America

Stacker analyzed data from YouGov to find the most popular chain restaurants in the U.S. as of the first quarter of 2025.

American Cities With the Most Expensive Pizza

Looking for a cheap pizza? You'll want to watch your wallet in these cities that have the most expensive pizza in America.

Avtub: A New Era in the Digital World of Information

Wichita’s winter shelter becomes year-round shelter

The former Park Elementary School in Wichita will operate as a 24/7 year-round shelter for those experiencing homelessness.

Hilltopper Basketball transfer portal update

The NCAA transfer portal opened March 24, and multiple WKU men's basketball players have now entered their names into the portal.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

Wichita City Council approves municipal IDs

The council voted unanimously Tuesday to create the City of Wichita ID to lower barriers for the homeless to access resources.

Oklahoma State, Wichita State meet in NIT

BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma State and Wichita State meet in the National Invitation Tournament. The Cowboys are 7-14 against Big 12 opponents and 8-3 in non-conference play. Oklahoma State gives up 76.5 points and has been outscored by 3.9 points per game.

“Bouncing through Downtown: Art & Basketball” Transforms Downtown Wichita Storefronts for NCAA Men’s Basketball Championships

Downtown Wichita is celebrating the hosting of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championships' First and Second Rounds by transforming storefronts into basketball inspired art installations.

Crime Stoppers looking for woman wanted for lottery prize fraud

Crime Stoppers said Santiago attempted to falsely claim a prize on a lottery ticket equal or grater than $10,000. They described her as a woman with brown hair and brown eyes. If you have any information that can help lead to an arrest of Santiago, send the Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers a tip with one of the following methods:

Suspect arrested after Kansas church vandalized, Satanic website written on wall

A Kansas church has been vandalized, with physical damage as well as the reported writing of a Satanic website address and the burning of a flag, with a suspect being arrested

Wichita entrepreneurs gear up for bracket-style pitch contest with investors and industry leaders

"Most Kansans have no idea the breadth and quality of entrepreneurs who are building tomorrow’s great businesses right here in Kansas."

Multiple hazards expected: strong winds, blizzard conditions and severe storms on tap for Rockies, Plains

Following an active weather pattern across the nation over the weekend, AccuWeather meteorologists warn that another storm is on the horizon for the upcoming week that could spread a burst of snow, blustery winds and even the risk for severe thunderstorms.

Alleged Kansas Baby Killer Escapee Captured by Wichita Police

A Kansas woman charged in the death of an infant she was babysitting has been captured after escaping from a drug rehabilitation facility. Amanda Vinardi, 42, was arrested in January for aggravated child endangerment and several drug charges after a child in her care died from methamphetamine and amphetamines,

Tyrese Hunter injury update: Memphis basketball star out vs. UAB, Baraka Okojie will start

Memphis basketball guard Tyrese Hunter will miss Sunday's AAC tournament championship game against UAB with a left foot injury.

Person hit, killed by train near Lake Houston in Atascocita

ATASCOCITA, Texas – A person is dead after being hit by a train in Atascocita. The Atascocita Fire Department says it happened near Lake Houston, on the railroad tracks that run between the Walden on Lake Houston and Bridges on Lake Houston subdivisions. The track has temporarily been closed to traffic, according to the fire department.

Wichita church vandalized with hate speech, suspect arrested

At 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, the Wichita Police Department responded to St. Patrick Catholic Church for the report of a burglary. When officers arrived, they found significant damage, including hate speech graffiti,

Driver dies after crashing into Wichita garage

Wichita police say it happened about 7:47 a.m. when officers were called to assist the Wichita Fire Department with a building collapse at 4411 W. Westport.

UAB vs Memphis Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's AAC Championship Game

In its first two AAC Tournament games, Memphis played a Wichita State team ranked 101st in adjusted tempo, and a Tulane squad ranked 210th in adjusted tempo. The Tigers still scored at least 78 points in both games.

Wichita State falls to Memphis in AAC Quarterfinals

Eighth-seeded Wichita State led 20-10 just five minutes into the AAC Tournament quarterfinal game, but a 9-0 run in two minutes pulled Memphis within striking distance and eventually to a 39-all tie at halftime. It was a 12-0 run early in the second half that put Memphis ahead 56-45, and for good.

Memphis basketball star PJ Haggerty ties AAC Tournament record with 42 points vs Wichita State

PJ Haggerty tied an AAC tournament record with 42 points in Memphis' win over Wichita State on Friday afternoon.

Wichita issues air quality alert because of high winds

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter The City of Wichita issued an air quality alert Friday afternoon because of the strong winds and blowing dust across the area. Particulate matter was measured to be over 300,

3 observations from PJ Haggerty, Memphis basketball AAC tournament win vs Wichita State

FORT WORTH, Texas — PJ Haggerty – in his first game since being named AAC Player of the Year – had the best game of his career, dropping a career-high 42 points to carry Memphis basketball to a 83-80 win over Wichita State on Friday.

One dead following late night wreck in Wichita County

WICHITA COUNTY, Texas (KAUZ) - The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced that one has died in a wreck on Wednesday night. DPS said that on March 12, around 11:24 p.m. 28-year-old Brandon Lee Baker was pronounced dead at the scene of the wreck on Wellington Lane in Wichita Falls.

Wichita man charged in fatal stabbing

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter A Wichita man has been charged with second degree murder in a fatal stabbing earlier this week. The charge was presented Thursday against 24-year-old William Ball, a

Wichita County remains in moderate drought on U.S. Drought Monitor

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The U.S. Drought Monitor has been updated for Wichita County. As of Thursday, March 13, Wichita County is fully classified as “ D1 (Moderate Drought). ” Surrounding counties like Wilbarger, Baylor, Jack, and Montague Counties are classified in the lower condition, “ D0 (Abnormally Dry) ."

Marshall announces USCIS mobile services are intact

The USCIS field office in Wichita will continue its monthly mobile immigration services in southwest Kansas through Sept. 30.

Former Bishop Carroll players return as coaches for next state title run

With last year’s title, Carroll has now hoisted the trophy more than any other softball program in state history.

A Big Wind Machine is Set to Bring High Impacts Our Way by Friday

The first in two storm systems will impact us on Wednesday with some breezy conditions. The next heads our way on Friday with some BIG impacts!

College Baseball (3/11): State of Kansas goes 0-3

It was a tough Tuesday for Kansas with Nebraska beating Wichita State, Creighton downing K-State and KU falling to Minnesota while Iowa was also a winner in regional college baseball.

Nebraska baseball beats Wichita State as pitcher Carson Jasa has strong first start

Carson Jasa dazzled in his first collegiate start, earning the victory in Nebraska baseball's win over Wichita State on Tuesday night at Haymarket Park.

Dangerous intersections in Wichita Falls lie: Here's the list from police

The intersections along that busy thoroughfare through south Wichita Falls were the most dangerous for traffic crashes in 2024, according to information from the Wichita Falls Police Department. Wichita Falls police worked 87 crashes at intersections along Southwest Parkway during the year.