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40 hours of violence and fear as gunman stalks Minnesota politicians

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Violence and fear swept through towns in an arc around Minneapolis for more than 40 hours over the weekend as a man seemingly intent on sowing political devastation killed one Minnesota state lawmaker and left another bleeding from nine bullet wounds.

Minnesota shooting suspect had dozens of potential targets, prosecutors say

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The man charged with killing one Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another in what prosecutors have described as a meticulously planned attack, had dozens of apparent targets, including officials in at least three other states.

Dark money ads target Kansas mayor after town pushed back against private prison

A PAC targeted Leavenworth’s mayor on social media in May for her “liberal agenda,” accusing her of holding back progress.

Vote for the 2025 Capital-Journal's high school boys Athlete of the Year

It was another busy year of high school sports in Shawnee County. Records were broken and titles were hoisted. Vote now for the boys athlete of the year.

Severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall possible Tuesday night

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible in two different general times Tuesday.

No Kings protesters in Lawrence decry authoritarianism, call for democracy

Hundreds of No Kings protesters gathered in Watson Park Saturday to join a nationwide wave of demonstrations to “reject authoritarianism — and show the world what democracy really looks like,” according to organizers.

Thousands gather at Kansas Statehouse for ‘No Kings’ protest

The peaceful protest in Topeka was one of hundreds of demonstrations against President Donald Trump ahead of a military parade in Washington, D.C.

When will Whataburger open its doors in Topeka? What we know

The Whataburger located at 3251 SW Topeka Blvd. will open at 11 a.m. June 16, the company said in a news release. The restaurant is KMO Burger’s 28th Whataburger. The franchisee has more than 1,000 employees in the region.

How Topeka's Plug and Play program helps startup companies in their next steps

Plug and Play Topeka, along with GO Topeka, helped startup companies that participated in the most recent cohort of the program.

Friday forecast: Near seasonal highs

Highs in the mid-upper 80s. Winds light and variable. Tonight: Mostly Clear. Lows in the mid 60s. Calm wind. Tomorrow: Increasing Clouds. Isolated showers/storms anytime after 2pm. Highs in the mid 80s to low 90s.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

From suing Biden to working with Trump, Kobach and Republican AGs have new role

Speaking next to the border wall, Kris Kobach said Republican attorneys general have a different role on immigration under President Donald Trump.

Kansas House Democrats kick off statewide tour in Topeka on Thursday

The 11-stop tour will include an appearance by every House Democrat, and is going to eight locations where Democrats don't hold a House seat.

What's happens after you suffer a crime in Topeka? You get help from this woman

Dawn Maendele has worked for 23 years as the sole employee of the Topeka Police Department's Crime Victims' Assistance Unit. The unit, funded through the Victims of Crimes Act, faces potential cuts due to decreased federal funding.

Kansas rises in latest edition of USA TODAY Sports baseball coaches poll’s top 25 ranking

Kansas remained in the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports baseball coaches poll this week. Here’s where the Jayhawks rank ahead of the NCAA tournament.

Kansas State basketball coach Jerome Tang lands big-time guard transfer from Memphis

Kansas State basketball coach Jerome Tang makes another splash with a late transfer portal addition, nabbing the AAC player of the year from Memphis.

Emporia State University general counsel to step down in wake of anti-tenure lobbying

The Emporia State University general counsel who championed a bill introduced in the Kansas Legislature to abolish property rights inherent in university tenure agreed to leave the state payroll to become a legal consultant to the university.

2025 KSHSAA baseball regionals

Great Bend 21-5 vs. Arkansas City 7-19; Emporia 15-10 vs. Wichita Kapaun Mt. Carmel 15-11, 2 p.m. WICHITA (5-21)—Wichita Carroll 20-6 vs. Goddard 8-16; Goddard Eisenhower 16-10 vs. Hutchinson High 15-11,

Topeka’s NiJa Canady, Raigan Kramer help college softball teams to NCAA Regionals

Topeka High alum NiJa Canady and Seaman’s Raigan Kramer play for Texas Tech and Arkansas. Both the Red Raiders and Razorbacks are hosting regionals this weekend in Lubbock and Fayetteville - and both teams advance to Saturday’s round. Texas Tech dismantled Brown 6-0 on Friday, while Arkansas shutout Saint Louis 10-0.

Emporia High softball splits with Topeka West

The Emporia High softball team split its final regular season doubleheader against Topeka West Friday at Peter Pan Park. Emporia High won the first game, 12-6, before dropping the finale, 17-0, in five innings.

History Today: How homosexuality was removed from list of mental illnesses

On May 17, 1990, the World Health Organization (Who) removed homosexuality from its list of mental illnesses, the International Classification of Diseases. It conferred legitimacy and validation upon LGBTQ+ communities worldwide,

Stuff the Bus to celebrate 10 years of giving back to students in the community

Stuff the Bus will celebrate a decade of service with the Boys and Girls Club of Topeka was to kick off May 17 at the downtown Evergy Plaza.

Emporia High girls soccer defeats Topeka High on Senior Night

The Emporia High girls soccer team celebrated Senior Night with a 2-0 victory over Topeka High on Thursday. Emersyn Johnson gave the Lady Spartans a 1-0 lead in the 33rd minute on a header off a corner kick. Katie Smart added the second goal in the 55th minute. Smart said it was great to score on Senior Night.

OBITUARY: Cynthia Acre Ziegler, 1931-2025

Cynthia was born and raised in WaKeeney, Kansas, and attended WaKeeney Grade School, just half a block from her home. She graduated from Trego Community High School on May 25, 1949. During her school years, she was an enthusiastic participant in the Honor Society, Band, Glee Club, Latin Club, Junior Play, and Forensics.

Washburn Rural’s Kate Hinck breaks career goals record

Hinck notched her 77th career goal on Monday at Hayden surpassing 2015 Washburn Rural grad Kaira Houser who tallied 76 goals. Hinck and the Junior Blues beat the Wildcats 7-0, the senior was responsible for four of the scores -- three came in less than 10 minutes.

Sedwgick County approves potential purchase of Envision building in downtown Wichita

A Monday homicide in the Highland Park area of East Topeka and a bank robbery that occurred minutes later on the southwest side of town were connected, officials announced Wednesday morning.

Days before trial, a fearful Roger Golubski wrote letters and talked of suicide: ‘I’ll just eat my gun’

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation death report, obtained by KCUR through an open records request, reveals a despondent Golubski with an untraceable firearm, preparing to dodge his trial on federal charges of rape,

Manhattan couple injured in I-70 fatal crash

One person was killed and two others injured in a head-on crash Tuesday on I-70 in Wabaunsee County. Kimberly Terhune of Maple Hill died at the scene. Two Manhattan residents were hospitalized.

A Brief History of LSD Treatment for Alcohol Addiction at the VA

Research, with promising results, was widespread at VA hospitals and other institutions until the late 1960s, when moral panic intervened.

I-70 construction zone crash west of Topeka kills Maple Hill woman, 64

One person was killed and two injured in a late-morning crash May 13 on Interstate 70 just south of Maple Hill and about 12 miles west of Topeka.

Emporia High girls soccer shut out at Hayden

The Emporia High girls soccer team was shut out at Hayden on Tuesday, 4-0. The Wildcats scored two in the first half and two in the second half. Emporia High (8-7, 1-3 Centennial) hosts Topeka High at 6:15 p.m. Thursday for its regular season finale.

Bond reduction denied for former security guard charged in Topeka homicide

A requested bond reduction has been denied for a man charged with a homicide committed at a Topeka event venue where he worked as a security guard.

Topeka gets a new public safety leader. Who is Avery Moore?

Topeka city manager Robert Perez names former Tacoma, Washington, police chief Avery Moore his assistant city manager. Here's why he'll head up public safety.

Kansas House speaker launches campaign for insurance commissioner with pro-Trump rhetoric

Longtime Republican legislator Dan Hawkins declared Tuesday his intention to run for Kansas insurance commissioner in an announcement laced with pro-Trump sentiments

Ashley McBryde Receives Doctorate of Music from Alma Mater Arkansas State University

Ashley McBryde joined Arkansas State’s Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony this morning, Saturday (May 10), to receive her Honorary Doctorate of Music, with Chancellor Todd Shields recognizing that her

KHP warns individuals of newest scam

The Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) is warning others not to click on the newest scam you may have seen on your phone. Fraudulent texts are on the rise and a new scam is claiming to sell discounted shirts in support of KHP.