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He was released on a $50,000 surety bond.
Sumner County man charged with four counts of child sex crimes
The Sumner County Attorney's office filed charges on Dec. 29.
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January 6, 2026 at 11:20 PM
He was released on a $50,000 surety bond.
The project involves the reconstruction of U.S. 54 (East Kellogg) and K-96 in Sedgwick and Butler counties. It will also replace 26 bridges and construct several frontage roads to support access to local businesses.
KDOT awards largest construction contract in state history
It is the largest project KDOT has let to construction in dollars.
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January 6, 2026 at 11:06 PM
The project involves the reconstruction of U.S. 54 (East Kellogg) and K-96 in Sedgwick and Butler counties. It will also replace 26 bridges and construct several frontage roads to support access to local businesses.
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January 6, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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#BREAKING 15-year-old charged with murder in shooting death of Salina teen https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/06/15-year-old-charged-with-murder-shooting-death-salina-teen/ #kwch12
15-year-old charged with murder in shooting death of Salina teen
A 15-year-old boy has been charged in the shooting death of another teenager in Salina.
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January 6, 2026 at 10:39 PM
#BREAKING 15-year-old charged with murder in shooting death of Salina teen https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/06/15-year-old-charged-with-murder-shooting-death-salina-teen/ #kwch12
In November, the Planning Commission in Saline County approved a permit for a battery energy storage system. Landowners submitted a protest petition, and today, the Saline County Commission voted to overturn the approval.
Saline County Commission rejects proposed battery storage facility after resident petition
County Commissioners voted 4-1 to reverse the Planning Commission's unanimous approval.
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January 6, 2026 at 10:12 PM
In November, the Planning Commission in Saline County approved a permit for a battery energy storage system. Landowners submitted a protest petition, and today, the Saline County Commission voted to overturn the approval.
4-year-old Johnathan from Alabama went missing on New Year's Eve. A group of volunteers found his body, with his dog by his side.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/autopsy-reveals-new-details-about-4-year-old-boy-who-was-found-dead-with-dog-by-his-side-police-say/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/autopsy-reveals-new-details-about-4-year-old-boy-who-was-found-dead-with-dog-by-his-side-police-say/
January 6, 2026 at 8:52 PM
4-year-old Johnathan from Alabama went missing on New Year's Eve. A group of volunteers found his body, with his dog by his side.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/autopsy-reveals-new-details-about-4-year-old-boy-who-was-found-dead-with-dog-by-his-side-police-say/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/autopsy-reveals-new-details-about-4-year-old-boy-who-was-found-dead-with-dog-by-his-side-police-say/
On the fifth anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, an official plaque honoring the police who defended democracy that day is nowhere to be found.
https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/06/this-jan-6-plaque-was-made-honor-law-enforcement-its-nowhere-be-found-capitol/ #kwch12
https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/06/this-jan-6-plaque-was-made-honor-law-enforcement-its-nowhere-be-found-capitol/ #kwch12
January 6, 2026 at 6:43 PM
On the fifth anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, an official plaque honoring the police who defended democracy that day is nowhere to be found.
https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/06/this-jan-6-plaque-was-made-honor-law-enforcement-its-nowhere-be-found-capitol/ #kwch12
https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/06/this-jan-6-plaque-was-made-honor-law-enforcement-its-nowhere-be-found-capitol/ #kwch12
Guess who? ❤️️👀 Riang the orangutan peeps from the clutches of her mama, Tao. She is the newest addition at the Sedgwick County Zoo. https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/06/sedgwick-county-zoo-welcomes-baby-orangutan-born-sunday/ #kwch12
January 6, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Guess who? ❤️️👀 Riang the orangutan peeps from the clutches of her mama, Tao. She is the newest addition at the Sedgwick County Zoo. https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/06/sedgwick-county-zoo-welcomes-baby-orangutan-born-sunday/ #kwch12
Wichita police investigate suspicious death near Harry and Ida
https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/wichita-police-investigate-suspicious-death-near-harry-ida/ #kwch12
https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/wichita-police-investigate-suspicious-death-near-harry-ida/ #kwch12
Wichita police investigate suspicious death near Harry and Ida
The Wichita Police Department is investigating a suspicious death after officers found Winston Smith.
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January 5, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Wichita police investigate suspicious death near Harry and Ida
https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/wichita-police-investigate-suspicious-death-near-harry-ida/ #kwch12
https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/wichita-police-investigate-suspicious-death-near-harry-ida/ #kwch12
US drops the number of vaccines it recommends for every child https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/us-drops-number-vaccines-it-recommends-every-child/ #kwch12
US drops the number of vaccines it recommends for every child
The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child.
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January 5, 2026 at 8:25 PM
US drops the number of vaccines it recommends for every child https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/us-drops-number-vaccines-it-recommends-every-child/ #kwch12
REST IN PEACE: Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss, stepsister of Anne Frank, dies at 96 https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/holocaust-survivor-eva-schloss-stepsister-anne-frank-dies-96/ #kwch12
January 5, 2026 at 4:39 PM
REST IN PEACE: Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss, stepsister of Anne Frank, dies at 96 https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/holocaust-survivor-eva-schloss-stepsister-anne-frank-dies-96/ #kwch12
1 YEAR AGO, TODAY: Snow and ice covered Kansas this time last year. There were widespread power outages and highway closures, along with multiple crashes and warnings to stay off the roads. 🥶
Today, highs are in the 60s! ☀️ How are you enjoying the warm January weather?
Today, highs are in the 60s! ☀️ How are you enjoying the warm January weather?
January 5, 2026 at 2:03 PM
1 YEAR AGO, TODAY: Snow and ice covered Kansas this time last year. There were widespread power outages and highway closures, along with multiple crashes and warnings to stay off the roads. 🥶
Today, highs are in the 60s! ☀️ How are you enjoying the warm January weather?
Today, highs are in the 60s! ☀️ How are you enjoying the warm January weather?
A 14-year-old in Texas was accidentally shot in the head on Christmas Day. Since then, he has opened his eyes and been taken off his breathing tube.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/this-is-miracle-14-year-old-boy-off-breathing-tube-after-he-was-shot-head-christmas-day/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/this-is-miracle-14-year-old-boy-off-breathing-tube-after-he-was-shot-head-christmas-day/
January 5, 2026 at 4:44 AM
A 14-year-old in Texas was accidentally shot in the head on Christmas Day. Since then, he has opened his eyes and been taken off his breathing tube.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/this-is-miracle-14-year-old-boy-off-breathing-tube-after-he-was-shot-head-christmas-day/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/05/this-is-miracle-14-year-old-boy-off-breathing-tube-after-he-was-shot-head-christmas-day/
"The events in these first few days will tell us a lot."
Political science professor Michael Smith at Emporia State University shared his thoughts on what will happen next in Venezuela.
Political science professor Michael Smith at Emporia State University shared his thoughts on what will happen next in Venezuela.
‘Charting new territory’: Political science professor weighs in on what’s next in Venezuela
Professor Michael Smith of Emporia State University says that future plans for Venezuela are still up in the air.
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January 5, 2026 at 3:36 AM
"The events in these first few days will tell us a lot."
Political science professor Michael Smith at Emporia State University shared his thoughts on what will happen next in Venezuela.
Political science professor Michael Smith at Emporia State University shared his thoughts on what will happen next in Venezuela.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested in north Wichita after a 17-year-old was shot in his cheek and upper torso.
15-year-old arrested in north Wichita after shooting that injured teenager
Wichita police confirmed the shooting happened Saturday night.
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January 5, 2026 at 3:17 AM
A 15-year-old boy was arrested in north Wichita after a 17-year-old was shot in his cheek and upper torso.
12 News is headed to the scene to gather more details.
1 person in critical condition after vehicle hits pedestrian in east Wichita
Sedgwick County dispatch confirmed it happened at 7:35 p.m. on Sunday.
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January 5, 2026 at 1:48 AM
12 News is headed to the scene to gather more details.
Travis Kelce is the third tight end to ever reach 13,000 career receiving yards - and he's the fastest in NFL history to do so.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/travis-kelce-reaches-13000-career-receiving-yards-during-raiders-matchup/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/travis-kelce-reaches-13000-career-receiving-yards-during-raiders-matchup/
January 5, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Travis Kelce is the third tight end to ever reach 13,000 career receiving yards - and he's the fastest in NFL history to do so.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/travis-kelce-reaches-13000-career-receiving-yards-during-raiders-matchup/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/travis-kelce-reaches-13000-career-receiving-yards-during-raiders-matchup/
The Wichita woman was arrested at a McDonald's in Concordia today.
Photo from Concordia Police Department
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/wichita-woman-arrested-attacking-employees-mcdonalds-concordia/
Photo from Concordia Police Department
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/wichita-woman-arrested-attacking-employees-mcdonalds-concordia/
January 4, 2026 at 11:21 PM
The Wichita woman was arrested at a McDonald's in Concordia today.
Photo from Concordia Police Department
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/wichita-woman-arrested-attacking-employees-mcdonalds-concordia/
Photo from Concordia Police Department
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/wichita-woman-arrested-attacking-employees-mcdonalds-concordia/
At the scene, officers found a suspicious item in a bag and activated the EOD Unit for investigation.
Wichita police investigate suspicious object in south Wichita neighborhood
An officer on scene said there is no concern for safety.
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January 4, 2026 at 5:16 AM
At the scene, officers found a suspicious item in a bag and activated the EOD Unit for investigation.
Ian Shelton was last seen near Lake Afton one month ago today. His loved ones say many questions still remain surrounding his disappearance, and they are continuing to search for him.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/candlelight-vigil-held-ian-shelton-one-month-after-his-disappearance/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/candlelight-vigil-held-ian-shelton-one-month-after-his-disappearance/
January 4, 2026 at 4:55 AM
Ian Shelton was last seen near Lake Afton one month ago today. His loved ones say many questions still remain surrounding his disappearance, and they are continuing to search for him.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/candlelight-vigil-held-ian-shelton-one-month-after-his-disappearance/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/candlelight-vigil-held-ian-shelton-one-month-after-his-disappearance/
Botanica ended its longest 'Illuminations' season ever tonight. Visitors came from near and far throughout the season, with many attending tonight before it closes. 🎄
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/botanicas-illuminations-event-celebrates-last-night-season/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/botanicas-illuminations-event-celebrates-last-night-season/
January 4, 2026 at 4:15 AM
Botanica ended its longest 'Illuminations' season ever tonight. Visitors came from near and far throughout the season, with many attending tonight before it closes. 🎄
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/botanicas-illuminations-event-celebrates-last-night-season/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/botanicas-illuminations-event-celebrates-last-night-season/
The Wichita HBCU Alumni Collective hosted an event today to inspire kids to attend college. The event included two panels and a speed networking event.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/hbcu-graduates-bring-college-inspiration-kids-wichita/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/hbcu-graduates-bring-college-inspiration-kids-wichita/
January 4, 2026 at 3:36 AM
The Wichita HBCU Alumni Collective hosted an event today to inspire kids to attend college. The event included two panels and a speed networking event.
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/hbcu-graduates-bring-college-inspiration-kids-wichita/
Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/04/hbcu-graduates-bring-college-inspiration-kids-wichita/
The KBI reports that one man has been hospitalized after an officer-involved shooting in Manhattan.
1 man hospitalized after officer-involved shooting in Manhattan
The KBI reports that the shooting took place around 3:50 p.m. on Saturday.
kwch.com
January 3, 2026 at 11:28 PM
The KBI reports that one man has been hospitalized after an officer-involved shooting in Manhattan.
TRAFFIC ALERT: A crash near the Central Business District exit on westbound Kellogg has caused all lanes to be redirected to the exit. Avoid the area if possible.
January 3, 2026 at 11:05 PM
TRAFFIC ALERT: A crash near the Central Business District exit on westbound Kellogg has caused all lanes to be redirected to the exit. Avoid the area if possible.