Colter Robinson

Topeka

Executive Producer at KSNT-TV (Topeka, KS)

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Law Board approves $1.55m budget increase for RCPD

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

MANHATTAN (KSNT) – The Riley County Police Department (RCPD) reports the Law Board approved a 5.4% increase for its 2026 budget. The Law Board approved the RCPD budget of $30.3 million for 2026 on June 16, a $1.55 million increase over the year prior. The RCPD said it would use the extra funds to apply salary adjustments for employees, increase health insurance contributions and fund contractual services.
Police working crash in north Topeka

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

by: Colter Robinson Posted: Jun 18, 2025 / 01:30 PM CDT Updated: Jun 18, 2025 / 01:30 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Police Department is working the scene of a crash that is causing minor traffic disruptions in north Topeka on Wednesday. The crash involves at least one vehicle at the intersection of Northwest Topeka Boulevard and Northwest Independence Avenue. Photo by Savannah Meier.
Massive seized asset auction in Manhattan tomorrow

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

MANHATTAN (KSNT) – Ruckert Realty & Auction will be holding a seized asset auction featuring vehicles, parts, tools and restaurant equipment on Thursday in Manhattan. All items are being sold under order of the Kansas Department of Revenue and the Riley County Police Department, according to the auction website. Some vehicles in the auction include a 2008 Chevy Tahoe, 2018 Chevy Malibu, 2008 Pontiac GT and a 2019 Dodge Charger.
City of Topeka cuts DEI language, under contingency

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka City Council voted to approve cuts to city code regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) under the condition the matter be referred back to committee so that future amendments can be made. City Councilmember Spencer Duncan motioned to approve changes recommended by Policy and Finance Committee during the Tuesday, June 17 meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Karen Hiller and passed 5-1 with Deputy Mayor Brett Kell voting no.
Topeka man charged in connection with June shooting death

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay announced that he is filing charges on Wednesday in connection to a homicide that happened on June 3 in Topeka. Kagay said his office is filing charges against Pearson Carter III, 19, of Topeka, in connection to the shooting death of 29-year-old Topekan Ian A. Mwanki, according to the press release. Carter III is charged with:Murder in the second degree (intentional). Criminal carrying of a weapon (automatic weapon).
Kansans fill room to voice concerns over Evergy proposed rate hike

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Many Kansans went to Topeka to voice their concerns over a potential Evergy rate hike, citing continuously rising costs despite the company’s high profits, wasteful spending and poor service. Evergy has submitted a request with the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) for $196.4 million, or an 8.62% rate increase, to cover the cost of increased operating expenses. Residential customers could see an average monthly increase of $13.05 if this request is approved in its current state.
Fentanyl investigation leads to Topeka chase and crash

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

by: Colter Robinson Posted: Jun 17, 2025 / 09:54 AM CDT Updated: Jun 17, 2025 / 09:54 AM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – One person is in custody after a Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office deputy attempted to stop a car that was connected to an ongoing fentanyl investigation Monday.
Temporary NOAA radio outage in Topeka, Kansas City

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Douglas County Emergency Management (DCEM) is encouraging residents to stay aware while the National Weather Service (NWS) office in Topeka goes through a planned weather radio outage. According to DCEM, the NWS office in Topeka is undergoing a system upgrade on June 16-18. During this time, they will be disabling the NOAA Weather Radio transmitters in Topeka and Halls Summit. DCEM said the NWS will continue to provide storm watches, warnings and advisories.
What counties have the longest life expectancy in Kansas?

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Colter Robinson

KANSAS (KSNT) – Working for you, 27 News dug into data collected by AllThingsMissouri.org on life expectancy in Kansas. AllThingsMissouri.org, a data platform powered by the University of Missouri Extension, features interactive maps that track health indicators by county. It offers insight into life expectancy across the nation, including in Kansas.
Stolen Hellcat flees from police in eastern Kansas

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Colter Robinson

OTTAWA (KSNT) – A Dodge Challenger, Hellcat Jailbreak Edition, escaped from a police pursuit on Sunday after it was stolen from a dealership in Ottawa. According to a press release from the Ottawa Police Department, the suspects used a vehicle to crash into the Victory Dodge dealership sales floor early Sunday morning. The stolen Hellcat was spotted by Wellsville Police, who attempted to stop it. The Hellcat fled into Johnson County, where multiple agencies attempted to stop the vehicle.