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In September, nearly 35 horses were seized by the Cowley County Sheriff's Office after being found starving. Many were around 600 to 700 pounds when they should have been around 1,200.

Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/10/malnourished-horses-seized-cowley-county-recovering-rescue-facilities/ 
January 10, 2026 at 4:16 AM
MINI SNOWMAN IN MAIZE: There's not much that's accumulated in the Wichita area, but there was enough of the good stuff for Marshall Nely to creatively show some love for the The Kansas City Chiefs. #kwch12 #storm12
January 10, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Today, Trisha Greer from Derby was sentenced to over three years in prison for a 2024 car crash that killed 18-year-old Bethany Leggio.

Story | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/09/derby-woman-sentenced-dui-crash-that-killed-teenager/
January 9, 2026 at 11:23 PM
Today, the Ulysses Fire Department in southwest Kansas headed out in the cold for a very important mission: to save the life of a scared kitten stuck in a tree. 🐱❄️

The Ulysses Animal Shelter says the kitten was named "Tree Bark".

Photos from Ulysses Animal Shelter
January 9, 2026 at 10:21 PM
CHECK THIS OUT: The largest winter-themed park in the world opened in Harbin, China on Monday.

Harbin Ice and Snow World features ice structures that recreate iconic landmarks around the globe. The displays cover nearly 300 acres. ❄️
January 9, 2026 at 10:02 PM
A newly released video appears to show the tense moments leading up to the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis.

Details | https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/09/cellphone-video-appears-show-tense-moments-leading-up-fatal-ice-shooting-minneapolis/
January 9, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Snow! Thanks to Kurtis for sending this photo from Syracuse (Hamilton County). It's finally starting to feel like winter!

Let's see your neighborhood: https://www.kwch.com/community/user-content/ #storm12 #kwch12 #kswx
January 9, 2026 at 3:37 PM
WHOA! Check out these photos from Becca (in Hesston) and Kris (in Gossel) showing the leading edge of the cold front moving across Kansas.

Share your photos and video here: https://www.kwch.com/community/user-content/ #storm12 #kwch12 #kswx
January 8, 2026 at 9:45 PM
The Senate advanced a resolution Thursday that would limit President Donald Trump’s ability to conduct further attacks against Venezuela.

https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/08/senate-advances-resolution-limit-trumps-war-powers-after-venezuela-raid/ #kwch12
January 8, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Minneapolis protesters vent their outrage after an ICE officer kills a woman

https://www.kwch.com/2026/01/08/minneapolis-edge-after-fatal-shooting-woman-by-ice-officer/ #kwch12
January 8, 2026 at 5:31 PM
#BREAKING The Wichita Fire Department is on the scene of a house fire in the 1500 block of N. St. Francis, with flames threatening another. Avoid the area.
January 7, 2026 at 10:19 PM
Avoid the area: Three people have refused treatment after this crash near K-42 and Maize Road. #kwch12
January 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM
We'll just place this here for your planning purposes.

https://www.kwch.com/weather/ #storm12 #kwch12 #kswx
January 6, 2026 at 10:45 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/ 
January 6, 2026 at 8:52 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
January 6, 2026 at 6:43 PM
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
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
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?
January 5, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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/ 
January 5, 2026 at 4:44 AM
In the last game of their season, the Chiefs lost to the Raiders, 14-12. 💔
January 5, 2026 at 12:31 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/ 
January 5, 2026 at 12:15 AM
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/ 
January 4, 2026 at 11:21 PM
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/ 
January 4, 2026 at 4:55 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/ 
January 4, 2026 at 4:15 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/ 
January 4, 2026 at 3:36 AM