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Video Shows Violent Overnight Storm That Wrecked Course For Korn Ferry Tour Wichita Open

The Korn Ferry Tour's Wichita Open is scheduled to kick off on Thursday, June 19th. A violent overnight storm has disrupted that schedule in the days

In Wichita, the 'air capital of the world,' tariffs offer both opportunity and trouble

One Wichita manufacturer says tariffs are buoying demand for its products. But industry leaders warn of long-term harm to American planemakers.

JJ’s That’s Trending: Hot Dogs, Safety Dogs, French Fries and More

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter If you’re looking for a new cell phone provider and a new phone, the Trump organization now has an option. Yesterday, Trump Mobile launched, offering $499 smartphone

Aussie Weekly Wrap: Schoolkate triumphant in Ilkley

Tristian Schoolkate kickstarted his grasscourt season with a bang after he emerged victorious at the Ilkley Challenger in Great Britain. Despite losing a tense first-set tiebreak, the 23-year-old rallied to defeat local Jack Pinnington Jones 6-7 (8) 6-4 6-3.

Twins Minor League Report (6/15): Ben Ross Drives Wind Surge to a Win

For a day in which three of four affiliates lost their game, and there were a ton of runs scored, there were some solid individual performances. There were promotions and players returning from injury.

Murray State’s Dan Skirka and his unlikely rise from juco assistant to College World Series

Murray State took a chance on a 33-year-old junior college assistant. Seven years later, Skirka has the Racers on the sport's biggest stage.

Twins pitcher Bailey Ober speaks out after death threats aimed at family

Bailey Ober is used to getting threats and harassment sent his way online, a sad reality of being a professional athlete in 2025. But after his wife, Montana, was recently sent death threats — including one the Twins pitcher called “too specific,

California a utility nightmare

Don’t let Kansas follow its steps to deregulation of our public utilities I shuddered as I covered the public hearing Thursday night on Evergy’s request for an electric rate increase — because I remember California.

Here’s what Wichita ethics board decided about Mayor Lily Wu & transgender proclamation

Voting in the minority or not voting at all, as in this case, does not change the role of a mayor to execute the will of the majority.”

Payton Tolle fulfilling Red Sox’ faith in making him an early-round pick last year

When the Red Sox took lefthander Payton Tolle with their second-round selection and the No. 50 overall pick in the 2024 draft, he became the earliest pitcher taken by the team in the draft since it took Tanner Houck in the first round in 2017.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

WFISD hosts town hall on the proposed turnaround plan for Hirschi Middle School

Third Future Schools aims to provide students with innovative and personalized learning. They will also have before- and after-school care among their other plans

Ahoy! Wichita Falls restaurant reopens. What to know

A longtime Wichita Falls staple on the chain restaurant scene reopened on Kemp Boulevard Tuesday with a new look, according to a media release. Long John Silver's at 4413 Kemp Blvd. is open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday through Saturday, the media release said Tuesday.

Wichita Riverfest is Back Fri., May 30 – June 7

Fri., May 31, 10:45 p.m. Wed., Jun 4, 10:15 -10:30 p.m. Flo Rida is one of today’s most vibrant and recognizable superstars, a true international icon and history-making hip-hop hero. Since bursting out of the gate over a decade ago with the RIAA 7x platinum certified hit, “Low (Feat. T-Pain).”

The first Eagle Medallion Hunt was 51 years ago. This year’s starts this week.

This year’s Wichita Riverfest opens on Friday, May 30, and runs through June 7. The first Medallion Hunt clue will be published on Kansas.com at around 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, and a new clue will follow every afternoon. The clues won’t run in the print edition of the paper.

Small plane crashes into San Diego neighborhood, killing those traveling on plane

A small plane has crashed into the San Diego neighborhood of Tierrasanta, killing the passengers and causing destruction of homes and cars.

Wax museum comes to life at Fowler Elementary

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Fowler Elementary School fourth graders held their second annual living wax museum on Wednesday, May 14. A total of 91 fourth grade students shared their various projects, each with a touch of history.

Texas A&M adds Wichita State transfer Salese Blow

Texas A&M women’s basketball announced the addition of Wichita State’s Salese Blow to the 2025-26 roster Wednesday.

Severe storms possible Sunday & Monday

A stronger storm system is scheduled to arrive this weekend, and with it comes better chances of showers and storms. Isolated, relatively weak storms on Saturday night will be followed by better chances of storms and severe weather Sunday afternoon and evening. Additional strong to severe storms are likely on Monday.

Wichita Bar Association honors defense attorney for lifetime acheivement

Criminal defense attorney Dan Monnat has been awarded the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award by the Wichita Bar Association, honoring nearly five decades of legal work.

Memorial’s final signing of inaugural year

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Wichita Falls Memorial High School had it’s final athletic signing Wednesday. Marty Hale signed to the University of the Ozarks. “You know before this year, they’ve been to the playoffs 14 years in a row,” Wichita Falls Memorial Maverick Marty Hale said.

Seymour standoff suspect arrested, first to be identified in years-long DPS investigation

SEYMOUR, Texas (KAUZ) - Several law enforcement agencies worked together to arrest Nicholas Marco Anzalone, 47, in Baylor County, ending a standoff Tuesday morning. Anzalone had a felony arrest warrant out for a state charge of manufacture/delivery of a controlled substance in penalty group 1 >=4 grams < 200 grams.

West Wichita has its first dog park, and another one just got upgraded. Here’s where

Two dog parks are opening this week in Wichita. The first, a renovated dog park, opened Monday at 2127 N. Meridian and the second, a new park, opens Wednesday at 750 N. Country Acres.

Wichita Public Library offers free family experiences to local attractions with their Experience Passes

Families in Wichita have a way to explore some of the city’s top attractions, completely free, thanks to the Wichita Public Library’s Experience Passes program. Part of the library’s Library of Things initiative,

Meet NTV's new Meteorologist, Aaron Doudna

Aaron moved to Sioux Falls right out of college in 2013 to accept a job as a weather producer at KSFY, eventually being promoted to Weekend Meteorologist. After

Taste of Summer Today

Temperatures climb into the 90s today

Lily Meola and Jamey Johnson Give Us the Heartache Song We Didn’t Know We Needed

Over the course of her decade-plus-long career, Lily Meola has carved out a niche that isn’t really a niche; as heard on this year’s Postcards to Heaven EP, the Hawaiian-born singer-songwriter floats between modern country and willowy pop.

In Kansas, a county jail carries out the majority of ICE detentions

The Trump administration’s plans for expanded immigration detentions include Kansas. While a 1,000-bed facility in Leavenworth is on hold, the majority of the state’s detention plays out in a Flint Hills jail.

TxDOT to begin I-44 concrete repairs on Tuesday

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will begin repairing the concrete on the I-44 near Old Iowa Park Road on-ramp, beginning on Tuesday, May 13. During this time, the 2 right lanes will be closed, with an expected reopen date on Thursday, May 15.

B-29 Superfortress ‘DOC’ to land in Evansville for history restored tour

The historic B-29 known as DOC will be on display May 8–12, 2025, offering visitors a rare chance to tour the aircraft and experience what it was like to fly

DAVID HUGHES: Cavs guard, Terre Haute native Craig Porter Jr. used to be a Pacers fan

Don't feel guilty, NBA fans. Craig Porter Jr. understands. He knows the mixed emotions you're probably dealing with now. The 6-foot-1 Porter is a second-year back-up guard with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

More funds requested for tribal health care, as Oklahoma City Area ranks worst for IHS funding

A recent budget request for Indigenous health care by tribal leaders from around the country looks ahead to fiscal year 2027, proposing a budget of $73 billion to enhance Indigenous health care. The budget is ten times higher than the current funding level.

Warm Today, but Hot Weather is on the Way

Sunny skies and calm conditions across Texoma today

Sheppard Air Force Base to disperse flock of cattle egrets roosting near base

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Sheppard Air Force Base (SAFB), in partnership with the City of Wichita Falls and the United States Department of Agriculture, will be dispersing a large flock of cattle egrets away from the base in the upcoming weeks.

Getting warmer this week

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Peyton Sanders says that even warmer weather is on the way this week as a stretch of dry weather continues. It will be a mild start to the day on Monday with morning low temperatures in the lower 50s. Afternoon highs will reach the low to mid 80s. South winds will be gusty over western Kansas.

What’s next for Drake after record-breaking 2024-25 men’s basketball season, another coaching search

"This doesn't have to be it," Drake's athletics director Brian Hardin said as the Bulldogs reached new heights in men's basketball in 2024-25.