Bryan Grabauskas

Producer at WIBW-TV (Topeka, KS)

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Kansas band kids mingle with Shriners patients ahead of weekend bowl game

1 week ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

DODGE CITY, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Shrine Bowl is this weekend and some of the best football players, cheerleaders, and band members from around the state are getting a new perspective before the game. The annual game is a chance for players to display their talents, but leading up to the game they get to see what the Shriners stand for.
Governor opens state funding for June storm recovery, submits federal request for May storms

1 week ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Governor Laura Kelly on Wednesday moved the assistance processes forward for multiple storm periods in Kansas. Gov. Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency proclamation, regarding severe storms and flooding occurring on June 16 and 17. The declaration enables the use of state assistance for areas affected by the storms. The central part of the state is in focus for the declaration.
Suspected fentanyl dealer arrested after Topeka Blvd. wreck

1 week ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Authorities say a man suspected of dealing fentanyl was arrested in Topeka Monday afternoon. The Shawnee Co. Sheriff’s Office says deputies around 3:30 p.m. spotted a white Lexus connected to an ongoing investigation by the Shawnee County Drug Task Force. The driver sped off, but deputies discovered the vehicle involved in a wreck shortly after. The suspects had hit another vehicle near 27th and S Topeka Blvd. before landing in a nearby backyard.
TPD called to investigate suspicious smell, gives all clear Friday afternoon

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Anyone heading down SW Topeka Blvd. Friday afternoon may have spotted a police excavation scene. The Topeka Police Dept. had digging machinery set up off Topeka Blvd. right near I-470. Officials tell us they were called out to investigate a strong smell reported by area businesses. “We had our sister department from Water pollution Control come out and do some digging, but we have found nothing at this point,” TPD Captain Colleen Stuart explained.
Stormont Vail celebrates ‘Summer Scrubs’ graduates

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - It may be summer, but a group of Topeka high school students still celebrated a sort of graduation Friday. Stormont Vail hosted a new summer camp program this year. Summer Scrubs brought area high schoolers in to hang out in the hospital’s various departments and get a feel for what they do. After a week donning their summer scrubs, the students graduated with a clearer idea of what they can find in the field of healthcare.
KDWP Secretary sworn in, ready to set agency up for long-term success

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Governor Laura Kelly swore in the state’s new Wildlife and Parks Secretary Friday afternoon. Secretary Christopher Kennedy says he’s excited to bring his 34 years in wildlife management to the top office. Kennedy laid out three objectives he plans to pursue in his mission to set the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks up for success now and long in the future. “First off, we have to be fiscally sustainable,” Kennedy said.
KS Regents set 2026 tuition rates

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Board of Regents has set tuition rates for the 2026 fiscal year. The board accepted the rates previously submitted by each of the six state universities. Fort Hays State University will increase its tuition by four percent, Kansas State and Wichita State each increase by 3.5 percent, KU by 3 percent, and Pittsburg State by 2.5 percent. Emporia state will hold at its previous rate. Copyright 2025 WIBW. All rights reserved.
Topeka dermatology clinic’s new cancer therapy first of its kind in Kansas

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka dermatology clinic unveiled a cancer therapy new to the state of Kansas. KMC Dermatology is now able to provide Image-Guided SRT to treat certain patients with skin cancer. Its debut Wednesday came during the week Governor Laura Kelly proclaimed as Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Awareness Week in Kansas. “There are a subset of patients who really can benefit from this,” Dr. Shkhar Ghalla said.
WIBW-TV accepts NAB Service to America award for ‘Hear Me See Me’ campaign

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WIBW) - WIBW-TV accepted the NAB 2025 Celebration of Service to America Award Tuesday night in Washington, D.C.U.S. Representative Derek Schmidt presented News Director Melissa Brunner and General Manager David Herrmann with the award. It’s a distinction from the National Association of Broadcasters recognizing excellence in commitment to community service. “We cannot fix what we don’t know is broken,” Brunner told the audience. “We can’t heal what we don’t know is hurting.
Topeka woman charged in 2024 crash that caused passenger’s death

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Bryan Grabauskas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Charges were filed against a woman being held responsible for a crash killing her passenger last summer. Shawnee Co. District Court records list four counts levied against Hailey Pelton, 22:Involuntary manslaughter; While under the influence of alcohol or drugsDriving under the influence; 1st conv; combination of drugs and alcoholRacing on highwaysFail to check for safe passage before passing from single lanePelton was driving Aug.