KSNT-TV (Topeka, KS)

KSNT is an NBC-affiliated television station broadcasting on UHF digital channel 27 in Topeka, Kansas, USA. Owned by Media General, it is affiliated with the Fox station KTMJ-CD (channel 43). Media General also manages ABC affiliate KTKA-TV (channel 49) through shared services and joint sales agreements with Vaughan Media, LLC. The three stations operate from the same studio facilities, and KSNT and KTKA share transmitter facilities situated on Northwest 25th Street (US 24) close to the Kiro area of Topeka.

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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.
Kansas driver late for work clocked going nearly double a 75 mph limit

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Andrew Lynch

Weather Alert1 MORE ALERTSHeat Advisory: Brown County, Clay County, Cloud County, Coffey County, Geary County, Jackson County, Jefferson County, Lyon County, Marshall County, Morris County, Nemaha County, Osage County, Pottawatomie County, Riley County, Shawnee County, Wabaunsee County, Washington County
27 News teams up with Dillons, Harvesters for Topeka food drive

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Jesse Fray

TOPEKA (KSNT) – 27 News is partnering with Dillons Food Stores and Harvesters for a citywide food drive Friday. 27 News anchors and other staff members will be at the Dillons stores located at 800 Northwest 25th Street and at 6829 Southwest 29th Street collecting donations. This is part of our parent company’s Founder’s Day of Caring, an annual volunteer event at all Nexstar stations around the country that recognizes our company’s birthday.
Archdiocese of KCK restricts Bishop Baniewicz, DA not investigating

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Jonathan Ketz

JOHNSON COUNTY, Kan. — Republican District Attorney Steve Howe says he’s not investigating suspended Bishop Miege High School President Phil Baniewicz despite allegations against him. The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas announced Tuesday that Baniewicz has been restricted from all active ministry due to a claim of inappropriate behavior with a minor. Just like on Tuesday, the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas would not comment on camera on Wednesday.
Virginia man pleads guilty to shooting Latino men because he thought they were illegal immigrants

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Ryan Nadeau

CAROLINE COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) – A Virginia man pleaded guilty on Wednesday to pursuing and ultimately shooting two Latino men because of his “anger at illegal immigration.”On Wednesday, June 18, Douglas W. Cornett pleaded guilty to two counts of federal hate crimes involving attempts to kill and one count of discharging a firearm during a federal crime of violence.
Two boys killed after being hit by train in Kansas

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Dave Thomas |Mike Olmstead

ERIE, Kan. — An investigation continues in Erie, Kansas, after two boys were hit and killed by a train. According to Neosho County Sheriff Greg Taylor, the boys were walking on the railroad trestle over the Neosho River when they were hit. The call came in just after 12:30 p.m. The body of one of the boys was recovered, and the other went into the flooded river. It resulted in a search through the late afternoon on Wednesday.
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.
Heat builds into the weekend, rain chances remain low

1 week ago | ksnt.com | Ashton Rizzo

What We’re TrackingDrying out tonightStaying humid all weekHot weekendA few lingering storms will stick around into the early evening hours tonight. These storms are non-severe but may bring a few rumbles of thunder before clearing out later this evening. We will become mostly clear overnight, with calm northwest winds and temperatures falling into the mid-60s. Much warmer weather returns tomorrow, with afternoon highs climbing into the low 90s.
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.