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VIDEO: Lyon County deputy escapes injury when tree collapses

LYON COUNTY, Kan. (KSNT) – Dispatched to check out a burning tree, one Lyon County deputy knows fortunate timing may have kept him safe.

Grass fire reignites, firefighters back on scene

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Crews are back battling a fire south of Dover after some areas of the fire have reignited.A KSNT News reporter said four trucks are back at the scene to extinguish the flames.Shawnee County Fire Department District No.

Jayhawks continue the rise in the AP Top 25

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – After falling out of the AP Top 25 Men’s Basketball Poll briefly last month the Jayhawks are back on the list, and continuing to climb.

Kansas man runs to increase awareness for human trafficking

WICHITA, Kan. ( KSNT) – Since 8 p.m. on Friday, “I want to help people,” said Brown.

Lady Hornets earn 6-seed in the NCAA tournament

EMPORIA, Kan. (KSNT) – The Emporia State Lady Hornets are going dancing in the NCAA tournament for the 22nd time.They found out Sunday night that they’re in as a six-seed.The Lady Hornets will play No.

BABY BOOM: 8 expecting mothers take over Kansas Elementary School

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNT) – Washington Elementary School’s hallways do not have the usual flow of kids, but they are seeing a boom in baby bumps.

Seaman varsity girls head to state basketball tournament after unordinary season, three quarantines

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — The Seaman High School girl’s basketball team is headed back to state for the third year in a row.Their journey to get there this year has been anything but ordinary.

Shawnee County event venues picking back up with business following new health order

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – Shawnee County event venue owners and future newlyweds now have the peace of mind to start planning weddings, after the Shawnee County Health Department issued a new local health order that went into effect Saturday.

Crews battle grass fire in Shawnee County

SHAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. (KSNT) — Shawnee County Fire Department District No.4 was called to a grass fire around noon Sunday to an area south of Dover near 77th Street and SW Douglas.

AVOID AREA: South Topeka house fire near 71st street and SW Montera

Posted: Mar 7, 2021 / 06:33 PM CST Updated: Mar 7, 2021 / 06:36 PM CST TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — Fire crews are on scene at a house fire in south Topeka near 71st street and SW Montera Pkwy.

Soldier Township Fire Department sees a rise in fires across Shawnee County

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — Grass fires are on a rise in northeast Kansas.The Soldier Township Fire Department in Topeka usually gets around three calls a day, but in the past four days they have already received 53 calls.

Crews battling grass fire south of Dover, avoid the area

SHAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. (KSNT) — Shawnee County Fire Department District No.4 was called to a grass fire around noon Sunday to an area south of Dover near 77th Street and SW Douglas.

Mom arrested for involuntary manslaughter, DUI after wreck kills 5-year-old daughter

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNT) — 5-year-old Aleah A. Reyes was pronounced dead at the scene of a car crash early Sunday morning, after Reyes’ mother, Nory Lam, was driving under the influence, according to the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s office.

Unemployed man owes more than $11K in benefits after getting overpayment letter

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – A Kansas man is seeking help after receiving a letter that says he owes thousands of dollars in overpaid unemployment benefits.

In case you missed it: here’s what was happening this past week in Topeka

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — Here’s a look back at some of the events that took place in Topeka this past week.To find out more about each event click on the photo.

Hundreds in Geary Co. receive coronavirus vaccine, helping smaller areas get protection

JUNCTION CITY, Kan. (KSNT) – Nearly 500 people received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine on Saturday at Junction City High School, with many of them having to travel significantly less than they would have without the local vaccination opportunity.