"What a boon this will be to downtown Topeka," said Janet Stanek, the KDHE secretary, of the new Kansas health and environment laboratory building.

The more than 70 animals rescued from a home in Topeka at the end of January continue to recover from various infections as rescuers finalize plans to adopt them out.

WIBW reported on January 30, 2024, about a cruelty case where 91 total animals (73 alive, 18 deceased) were rescued from a central Topeka home. You can read that story on our website here.

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Topeka leadership voted in a new deputy mayor. What Brett Kell will focus on with his new responsibilities.

Police and animal welfare workers say 73 animals were rescued and 18 were found dead Tuesday morning during an investigation of severe neglect at a Topeka residence. Dozens of cats and dogs were ...

How many people are graduating in the area? In Topeka, about 2,150 high schoolers will graduate, and 1,382 higher education students will receive their degrees or certifications.

Police and animal welfare workers say 73 animals were rescued and 18 were found dead during an investigation of severe neglect at a Topeka residence on Tuesday morning.

Warmer-than-usual weather conditions and hotly contested political races are expected Tuesday in Topeka.

"What a boon this will be to downtown Topeka," said Janet Stanek, the KDHE secretary, of the new Kansas health and environment laboratory building.

In the county, commercial properties are assessed at 32% of the fair market value. Across the state line, Johnson and Wyandotte Counties are assessed at 25%. The Jackson County gun ordinance bans ...