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Story archive for January 2008

Thursday, Jan. 31

• Visual arts in support of musical arts

• State wastes millions, costs mounting

• K-State's Pullen an unsung hero in the KU upset

• Trout are back in Auburndale Park

• Save money, time by filing taxes at free locations

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• Assistant K-State coach Hill arrested on DUI

• Wildcats bask in the warmth of victory

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Skies clearing out overnight

• After 24 years, Wildcats plan to celebrate, again and again

• Student tips helping in search for 15-year-old

• Raising awareness of heart health for women

• Free software opens up the city's Web site to the visually impaired

• Mobile home fire claims one life

• Witnesses: Thurber stalked, abducted girls for years

• Pitching Topeka to major air carriers

• Lost's maniacal marketing bewilders Iowa residents

• K-State launches online photo store dedicated to Wildcats' win

• Lawrence resident sworn in as attorney general

• 49 News Now -- An afternoon update of news and weather

• As Giuliani, Edwards say goodbye to White House hopes, CNN pokes fun

• 49 Crime Tracker: Home invasions high in Central Topeka

• Auburn man pleads guilty to child sex offense

• Testimony shows pattern of murder defendant's behavior

• Extreme sledders slide the slopes with "rocket" power

• Flu season is not over at the Shawnee County Health Agency

• Even gastric bypass surgery is no magic bullet to weight loss, doctor says

• Study: Increased hand sanitizer use has little benefit for hospital workers

• Widespread damage, three deaths attributed to windy weather

• Swine conference to help address cost-savings techniques

• Area accidents keep Kansas Highway Patrol busy

• Historic rate cut, a band-aid on a hurting economy or a plug on a bleeding one?

• Edwards drops out, creates milestone for Democratic party

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Light snow through the afternoon

• Arrest made in two overnight robberies

• 49 News Now: A Morning Update of News and Weather

• Lady Hornets move into tie for first in MIAA

• Washburn basketball teams go against MSSU

Wednesday, Jan. 30

• K-State extends winning streak to 10 with win

• The streak ends: No. 22 KSU 84, No. 2 KU 75

• Lady Jayhawks fall at Oklahoma

• True-blue Jayhawk fan gets a game ticket

• Few limits to what devoted fans will do

• Very young vet tech meets her goal very early

• Neighbors credit city, 49 News for clearing up confusing code process

• 49 News Now: An indepth, evening weather update

• The Sunflower Showdown by the stats

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: More snow on the way

• Historic flag raised over Topeka West

• Diehard KU fan may miss first Sunflower Showdown in 24 years

• Expenditure to replace old locks at Expocentre

• Welcome to the Year of the Heart

• KDOT salt supplies running low

• Bill would set CO2 standards, allow coal-fired plants

• Diocese and Friends of Bethany Place await decision

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• KU community develops off-shoot of Wikipedia

• State offers free tax preparation for some citizens

• Wichita gang member sentenced to 20 years

• K-State Ag Today: Horse judging can open doors in future

• Board suspends license of doctor indicted over prescription drugs

• Four Topekans arrested in burglary of storage units

• McCain emerges frontrunner in GOP race; Democratic ballot narrows

• State of Union body language gave public plenty to talk about

• 44 is the lowest point in your life, study suggests

• Strong winds kills driver, destroys property in Arkansas

• Carbondale water flow repaired

• Fallen hero promoted posthumously

• Institute looks at medication mix-ups and how they relate to names of drugs

• Disaster relief bill advances in Senate

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Snow melts, then more on the way

• Bill would let counties decide bans on smoking

• 49 News Now: A Morning Update of News and Weather

Tuesday, Jan. 29

• Local prep hoops on a cold Tuesday night

• Super Bowl frenzy extends to a marriage proposal

• Sunflower Showdown, Part 3: Basketball or track meet?

• Firefighters file complaint

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• McCain comes out a big winner in Florida

• Students live a little history

• Carbondale on water restriction notice

• Governor Sebelius throws her support to Obama

• McCain wins GOP primary in Florida

• WU and ESU drop in latest poll

• A celebration 147 years in the making

• Obama stops in Kansas

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Clear and quite cold tonight

• Used car markup causes dispute between dealership, customer

• 8 specifically wonderful things in Kansas

• Price Choppers to undergo ownership change

• Three Kansas senators pushing for statewide smoking ban

• Obama puts Kansas on his campaign trail

• Former Dunc1 employee speaks out

• 49 News Now: An afternoon update of news and weather

• Governor Sebelius to endorse Obama

• Topeka cashier robbed at gunpoint

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Winter makes its return

• Ft. Riley Army major dies in Iraq

• 49 News Now: A Morning Update of News and Weather

Monday, Jan. 28

• Limiting the power of judges is one father's quest

• Governor's son makes controversial board game

• Governor Kathleen Sebelius' response to the State of the Union address

• Mangino undergoes medical tests

• President Bush gives his final State of the Union address

• The State of the Union Address, 2008

• Sunflower Showdown preview, Part 2

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Temperatures will plummet

• Scammers want your tax refund

• Cattle farmers forced to re-think plans for livestock

• Americans concern over war dwindles

• Sebelius to contribute at State of the Union address

• Some Kansas bridges to get second inspection

• Association forms to address SRS child care rate payment

• Lady Wildcats move up four slots in AP poll

• Beasley named Big 12 Rookie of the Week

• Students observe 100 days of school

• Weed and Seed cuts more than classes

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• AP Men's Poll: Memphis continues to lead the way

• New economic plan provides mini-Starbucks for minimum purchase

• Board game inventor plays on people's morbid interests

• Boosting awareness of correct way for kids to ride in car

• Striking writers gave blessing to SAG Awards in return for stars' loyalty

• Speakers to stress value of universal human rights at home and abroad

• Obama receives support from Kennedys

• Bush to focus on issues that will cross the aisle in Congress

• Parents file wrongful death suit against day care provider

• From first draft to finishing touches, State of Union address has lots of editors

• Could thousands in campaign donations come back to the donors?

• Fort Riley soldier dies in Iraq

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Spring for a day

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Sunday, Jan. 27

• Conference records make Sunflower Showdown more important

• Lady Hornets continue winning ways

• Emporia State men's basketball team victorious at home

• Topeka tries to attract younger generation

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: One last warm day

• Local police help residents prepare for missing children

• Local church hosts piano concert

• President set to make final State of Union address

• Sebelius' son sells games out of Cedar Crest

• State of Union address could focus on economic stimulus plan

• K-State Ag Today: Increasing STD numbers could affect herd populations

• Greensburg, Kan., to receive recognition at State of Union address

• No. 22 Kansas State beats 14th-ranked Cowgirls

• Ethics official: Kline may have misspent money from AG campaign

• Democratic presidential candidate coming to Kansas

Saturday, Jan. 26

• Washburn basketball teams earn split of day's basketball

• KU women drop 58-51 decision to A&M, fall to 1-5 in league play

• Wildcats don't overlook Cyclones in recent victory

• Local neighborhood discusses ideas for blank wall

• Kansas easily handles Nebraska

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Grill out Sunday!

• One local woman stands up for Topeka amidst Ledger tragedy

• Emporia residents concerned about Tyson closing

• South Carolina primary moves Democrats into tie overall; McCain receives Republican nod

• Tyson job losses could flood Emporia market with employment seekers

• Local company helps raise money for good cause

• Bus drivers give back to kids that they transport

• South pushes past North in Senior Bowl

• Coming Kansas primaries concern Republican party

• The Great Overland Station celebrates special occasion

• Defunct spy satellite falling from orbit

• State GOP takes stand on requiring voter ID

• Compromise appears to be in works on coal plants

• Boeing, Lockheed Martin team up on anticipated bomber program

• Amid GOP hoopla, Kansas Democrats schedule bean feed

• Ryun, Jenkins campaign during GOP convention

• Moderate GOP leader stepping down as Kansas rep to RNC

• "Cloverfield" worth the ticket price

Friday, Jan. 25

• Emporia leaders not worried about Tyson situation

• The Locker Room Show: High school basketball

• 25-year-old daycare closes

• The Locker Room Show: College sports preview

• Royals itching for spring training

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• International military students learn leadership, diplomatic skills at Capitol

• McCarter Elementary students win poster props

• Miss Capital City trying to Rock the Vote

• State of the Union has Kansas connection

• KDHE Secretary prepared for his day in Supreme Court

• Boyfriend of slain pregnant woman charged with murder

• Some NE Kansas schools make "Best" list

• Tyson cutting jobs in Emporia

• Soggy and dangerous proposal successful

• Dannon comes under fire for alleged false advertising

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: A well-deserved warm spell

• USD 339 student athlete dies in head-on collision

• Bands lend a tune to raise funds for woman awaiting kidney transplant

• Nemaha County fire claims one life

• DA files manslaughter charges against Topeka day care provider

• CDC study shows millions of adults do without critical booster shots

• Protect your assets

• Congress, president hope to spur economy with billions in tax rebates

• K-State Ag Today gauges effectiveness of new herbicides

• Crash sends two teens to the hospital

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Cook-out weather on tap for Sunday

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

• What you stand to gain from economic stimulus package

Thursday, Jan. 24

• KTKA has been preparing for digital for years

• Neighbors voice concerns, expectations for code officers at open forum

• Milestone homeowner in city

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Slowly it will warm

• Weak stalking legislation might lead to domestic violence, sexual abuse

• Tournament time for girls' basketball

• School board member accused of threatening Saline Co. official

• Topeka babysitter charged with killing baby

• Jackson's star shining brightly for KU

• Highland Park star announces his college choice

• Fishy doings at the Statehouse

• Accused flasher pleads not guilty in Lawrence

• Chiefs name Eric Price wide receivers coach

• City gauges interest of proposed $7 million ball field

• Topeka tenants wake up without water

• Toddler survives plane crash that took her grandfather

• From Chuck Norris to Wilfred Brimley, are endorsements hype or help?

• Fight cancer through flowers

• Puppet showdown slated for Friday

• Millionaire Richard Branson makes dreams of space tourism a reality

• Poll spells mostly good news for those hoping for Democratic president

• Fact or fiction? ABC News plays gotcha card on Obama, Clinton

• Study: Turning off cell phone may help you get more ZZZZs

• Wall Street takes investors on roller coaster ride

• Wednesday's shooting victim dies in hospital

• New tape urges Islamic militant unity to support "jihad"

• K-State Ag Today: Shop wisely for fertilizer

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Weather's looking up

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Wednesday, Jan. 23

• Cats pick up second Big 12 road win

• Codes compliance open house schedule announced

• Snow, ice delay multi-million dollar Silver Lake school project

• Lady Hornets fall at Missouri Southern

• Central Park neighbors fear commercial development

• The cost of going digital

• Lady Wildcats extend streak to eight with win

• Jackson leads Kansas to victory over Iowa State

• Manhattan-Ogden students looking at longer school days

• Shooting leaves one in critical condition

• Proposal helps deployed service members in custody cases

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• Playing with fire causes loss of family home

• Warrior Transition Unit begins mission to help other soldiers

• Coalition working to increase legal driving age

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Bitterly cold wind chills tonight

• Royals caravan rolls into Topeka

• Sebelius: Kansas needs workers

• Association gives Kansas low marks for child care oversight

• Legislator seeks 'In God We Trust' license plate

• Sheriff killer sentenced to death

• Woman who escaped house bombing found slain

• Two fires prove tragic for owners' pets

• Koyotes announce player tryout day

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• Writers' strike transforms Oscars

• Cold medicines, help or hype?

• Federal Reserve lowers key interest rate

• The Zoo comes to you: Cockroaches play important role in world

• Klicking for a cause

• Two Topeka homes go up in flames

• Byte by byte, Girl Scouts hope cookie sales buck economic trend

• Researchers find obesity surgery is powerful weapon against diabetes

• K-State Ag Today: Despite higher prices, stay consistent on fertilizer application

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Great day if you like the lightly-tossed hair look

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Tuesday, Jan. 22

• 28-year-old actor Heath Ledger dies

• City Council overrides mayor veto on higher court costs

• DA to rule on helicopter issue soon

• Mourning turns into advocacy for parents of kid killed in car accident

• Cattle deaths called foul play

• Kansas should avoid brunt of economic blow, experts say

• 49 News Now -- An evening look at news and weather

• DTV vs. HDTV: Making the difference clear

• 'Cats beat down Aggies thanks to Young

• Jayhawks' win in Missouri historically significant

• Tenured coach to replace Young at KU

• Kansas tight end trains for NFL in Denver

• Prep baskeball scores

• Are kids abusing prescription drugs?

• Police bring Segways to the streets

• Washburn teams fall to Southwest Baptist

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Another cold front moves our way Wednesday

• Financial scares on Wall Street impact local consumers

• Topeka company readies for largest layoff in its history

• Contamination woes prompt Dillons to recall salad

• Weight-loss goal leads to community-wide confidence booster

• Division II WBCA Top 25

• USD 437 to discuss smoking ban

• Governor honors Iraqi vets for heroic actions

• Kansas Guardsmen to help Afghani Army transition into power

• Blaze claims second victim

• 49 News Now: An afternoon update of news and weather

• Striking writers head back to bargaining table

• Academy Award nominations are announced

• Demand for adult day care growing

• Sea-going vessels that are solar-powered

• Clinton and Obama squabble, Edwards rises above

• K-State Ag Today: Food products from cloned animals and AGR-Lite

• Tourism boosters say state not meeting potential

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: "I want a golden goose egg now!"

• A possible humanitarian disaster in Gaza

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Monday, Jan. 21

• The reasons for going digital

• Topeka's Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration

• Local company fights plumpy pets

• Son of bin Laden seeking peace

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• Jayhawks move into the number two spot

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Freezing drizzle lets up tonight

• Another K-State coach moves on

• Royals sign pitcher Tomko

• Controversy over whether unmanned aerial vehicles should patrol Topeka

• Walker named Big 12 Rookie of the Week

• K-State ranked in this week’s AP Poll

• Campaign promises: Who delivered, who did not

• Round two of clean-up

• New team on top of AP Top 25

• Study links caffeine to miscarriages

• World News Tonight follows Ft Riley Soldier

• 49 News Now -- An afternoon update of news and weather

• EKGs for pre-teens? Student athletes' deaths prompt more rigorous physicals

• Proposal would give free tuition to Kansas City-area children

• Get moving on home improvement projects with Flint Hills Home Show

• Dream doctor helps others tap mental tank while sleeping

• America keeps King's dream alive

• Four wounded in chainsaw, knife attack at homeless shelter

• Bitterly cold temperatures take hold across the nation

• Kansas doctor dies in snowboarding accident

• What to do when pipes freeze, other systems fail

• Politics of economy: Americans likely to see tax rebates soon

• Campaign trail leads South where voters could transform race

• Businesses, school district closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: A fool to believe

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Sunday, Jan. 20

• K-State Ag Today: Low-salt fertilizers claim not to be harmful

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Light Winter Mix Possible

• Jayhawks look to improve on undefeated season

• Wildcats' heart, determination justify strong conference start

• Giants advance to Super Bowl

• Making digital conversion happen

• City continues treating roads after snow storm, bitter temperatures

• Helicopter veto issue part of governmental checks and balances

• Patriots continue perfect season

• Kansas Global Impact: Immigration Issues

• New building strengthens faith community

• Old drug becoming popular with younger generation

• More presidential candidates paying attention to Kansas

Saturday, Jan. 19

• 49 News Anchor joins in Topeka to Auburn half marathon

• Free throws help No. 3 Kansas hold off Missouri 76-70

• Wildcats knock of tenth-ranked Aggies in Manhattan

• Kansas women's team defeats Tigers

• Dietz scores 18 in Kansas State's 67-60 win over No. 25 Colorado

• Highland Park continues winning streak, wins invitational

• Emporia State men, women victorious on road

• Lady Blues blow past Truman State

• Washburn evens conference record with victory

• Lawrence High defeats Topeka High

• Seaman win easily against Topeka West

• Helicopter veto upheld by district attorney

• Wedding planners receive some extra help

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Broken Record Forecast

• Bitter cold doesn't keep runners from participating in marathon

• Central Park NIA hosts pancake feed

• Ice storm causes record totals in damages

• Program allows Salina students to take courses through Washburn

• Topeka Rescue Missions offers warm alternative during bitter cold

• Kansas State's Hoskins will undergo surgery

• Treasury Dept. faults KC with loss of IRS tapes

• Chronic wasting disease found in 3 Kansas deer

• The Locker Room Show: High school tournament hoops

Friday, Jan. 18

• Mayor wants unmanned aircraft to help patrol Topeka

• The Locker Room Show: College basketball preview with some football notes

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• Our glamorous governor

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: In search of the goose egg

• Half marathon offers rewards with the struggles

• Community leadership awards honor King's dream

• New books for new readers

• Candidate field for 501 superintendent thinned

• Public meets the new Attorney General

• Keeping children warm

• Examining the increasing number of military blogs

• Notes from Iraq

• Experience a bit of history at the PRCA Rodeo

• 49 News Now - An afternoon look at news and weather

• Central Park fence partially torn down

• Emergency repairs on the rise

• Congress alleges wounded vet charity committed fraud

• Douglas County Judge Stephen Six replaces AG Paul Morrison

• Kansas Supreme Court upholds Murray’s murder conviction

• Woman left in critical condition after I-70 head-on collision

• Bush to unveil economic stimulus plan

• Obama receives boost from Kansas Democrats

• K-State Ag Today: How to keep your horse happy through the winter

• Study: Public has false sense of security about some antidepressants

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: An assembly line of Arctic blasts

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

• The State of the City

• Wildcats face goal 15 years in the making

• High school tournaments in full swing

• Fire hero bothered by the one left behind

Thursday, Jan. 17

• County DA clears Topeka City Council

• 49 News Now: A special evening weather update

• Ramona Morgan remains in jail

• 2008 State of the City address

• Snow creates new challenges for half marathon runners

• State committee hears testimony regarding obesity surgery

• Clearing snow to avoid accidents

• Teaching the next generation to appreciate the dream

• Mizzou Arena more intimidating than the Tigers

• Topeka’s chances of bringing in an airline at risk

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Polar Bears could vacation in the Eastern US!

• Wounded soldier unit expanding at Fort Riley

• Sebelius to name new attorney general Friday

• Central Park residents aren't giving up

• Parents of brave teen hear his 911 call, ensuing fight with burglar

• FDA bans cold, cough medicines for kids under 2

• Crime-fighting Citizen's Patrol receives kudos from police chief

• Ask Dr. Trupp: Pet not eating? It could be his teeth

• How to save yourself the pain of post-surgical problems

• Substitute teachers can hurt learning, study suggests

• Muslim runner disqualified for uniform

• Topeka man injured in accident

• Wolf Creek resumes power operations

• Foreign investors dish out big bucks to help troubled American companies

• K-State Ag Today: Understanding cloning and the FDA's latest announcement

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Arctic air invades

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Wednesday, Jan. 16

• Topeka to Auburn half not for the faint of heart

• Winter weather causes low supply of salt for state road crews

• Local Division 2 teams hit the hardwood

• Jayhawks lose big at Baylor

• K-State extends streak by defeating Tech

• Kansas City names Chan Gailey Offensive Coordinator

• Hot pants caught on tape

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• Jayhawk stats impressive so far

• Mayor says no again

• Immunization registry reaches milestone

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Inside it is delightful, outside it is frightful

• Local carpenters have beef with Hy-Vee

• Name of victim in fatal fire released

• Behavioral program improves atmosphere, discipline at school

• K-State vamps research with new collaborative biosecurity program

• Manhattan quickly cleans up city

• Central Park gets fired up

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• 501 school, teacher earn high honors

• National nuclear specialists to look into problems at Wolf Creek

• Blatant proposal challenges Clinton, just as hecklers have most candidates

• Fake grenade causes scare at Hays airport

• MTAA will try to woo airlines to Topeka

• Study on ER wait times sends shockwaves through medical profession

• Bunten expected to nix helicopter funding

• Not quite a baby boom, but births are on the rise in the U.S.

• Frustration over energy costs bubbles up on campaign trail

• Though Romney wins, no clear-cut frontrunner emerges from Michigan

• K-State Ag Today: Some stud services now require STD testing

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: A blustery, snowy day ahead

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Tuesday, Jan. 15

• Emporia structure fire makes heroes of local policemen

• Law enforcement running short in Scranton

• Prep hoops in tournament play

• Michael Beasley under the national spotlight

• Jayhawks disappointed, sympathetic to Sooner injury

• African-Americans not optimistic about future

• Wolf Creek update after shut down

• 49 News Now - An evening update of news and weather

• Burglar interrupted by victim

• Budget breakdown

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Winter Wonderland

• Stuffing in extra learning

• Topekans taking crime fighting into their own hands; it’s working

• MTAA board meets for the first time since Humberd's resignation

• Manhattan residents talk trash

• Shawnee Heights firefighter, wife charged

• A rare and fascinating lesson from nature

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• Man rams McDonalds with car

• Theft of government laptop spurs alert of identity theft potential

• Sebelius to deliver Democrats' response to Bush speech

• Firefighter linked to arson investigation

• Marketing mind games: Can a label make a product taste better?

• Candidates gear up for Michigan primary

• New thermometer could get ailing diabetics back on their feet

• Bush talks with Saudi king about high oil prices

• Government sues Texas city for access to land for border fence

• One dead in Emporia house fire

• Are Mitt Romney's good looks a presidential look?

• 2008 congressional session begins this week

• Recreation of rat heart offers promise to humans awaiting transplants

• NCAA council's vote may save pregnant, injured athletes' scholarships

• K-State Ag Today: Ways to keep your farm in the black

• Federation bans double amputee from Bejing Olympics

• Wolf Creek nuclear plant may resume operations Wednesday

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Last gasp of mild air

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Monday, Jan. 14

• Jayhawks notch win #2 in Big 12 play

• Sebelius delivers State of the State, Neufeld wants details

• Burglar interrupted, on the loose

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Old Man Winter is coming to town

• 49 News Now - An evening update of news and weather

• Athletes get harsher penalties for similar offenses

• 2008 State of the State address and Republican response

• This week's Best and Worst in sports

• Tool rental available for low income users

• Forts Riley and Leavenworth under military construction scrutiny

• Tennessee Town NIA needs members, leadership

• 2008 Legislative session is gaveled in

• Secret meetings held before airport director resigned

• State works with MySpace to monitor kids on the internet

• A day of giving

• Spandex bandit dumps booty in a field

• Beasley named Big 12 Player of the Week, again

• Candidates bank on youth to propel them to the White House

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• On the eve of Michigan primary, polls show McCain, Clinton leading

• Two lovers rescued after snowboarding misadventure

• AP College Basketball Poll: Top three stay the same

• Rodeo industry hopes to buck steroid trend

• Could a disability be an athletic advantage?

• Oscars could meet same fate as Golden Globes unless talks resume soon

• Survey: Gas prices on the rise, again

• Church's Chicken reports robbery

• In Detroit, the star of the auto show isn't a vehicle, but a movement

• Think like a burglar to stay safe from home break-ins

• Emporia lawmaker pushes for official condemnation of gangsta rap

• U.S. Navy officers give first-hand account of Iranian boat threat

• FDA set to loosen standards on cloned meat

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Sunny skies and cooler temperatures

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Sunday, Jan. 13

• Jayhawks prepare for Big Monday Showdown

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Seasonal for now...

• Local church promotes pro-life month

• Holton woman reaches century mark

• Manhattan waits weeks to begin ice storm limb cleanup

• Lehning leads KSU to 77-74 overtime win against No. 15 Texas

• Giants move onto next round of playoffs

• Demo leader: Alternate funding for health plan to be sought

• Lane closures scheduled for I-70 in Topeka

• Kansas Legislature gears up for new year

• Travelers stuck in showdown between Bush administration, states

• Legislature to see proposal to condemn gangsta rap

• Chargers dethrone Colts 28-24

Saturday, Jan. 12

• Rush scores 19 to lead No. 3 Kansas to another rout of Nebraska

• Beasley has 32, including game-winner, as K-State beats Oklahoma

• Patriots move on after beating Jaguars

• Hornets men lose, women victorious

• Kansas women's basketball team falls to Nebraska

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Clouds make all the difference in the world!

• Marine Corps. Reserve Officer retires

• Kansas officials find new way to control prairie dog population

• Packers surge past Seahawks at snowy Lambeau

• Citizens help Topeka Police spotting, deterring crime

• Local car wash busy after recent snow storm

• Pancake breakfast benefits JROTC

• As session opens, immigration an issue for Kan. legislators

• Former Fort Riley soldier sentenced to 25 years in sexual assault

• Sebelius appoints Standridge to appeals court

• Overnight crime keeps Topeka Police busy

Friday, Jan. 11

• Wolf Creek shuts down

• The Locker Room Show: Prep hoops

• The Locker Room Show: College basketball preview

• NFL playoffs full of promise

• Two arrested for $11,000 vandalism bill

• Officials say explosion was attempted murder

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Not a sunny Saturday

• Flu cases light in Kansas so far

• MTAA resignation raises questions

• Topekan trodding the Broadway boards

• Cell and security system signals will change come February

• Felker laid to rest

• Two arrested in connection with criminal damage charges

• Metropolitan Topeka Airport Authority president resigns

• Wind energy farms to create jobs, lower prices to consumer

• Extension of school day raises legal question

• 49 News Now -- An afternoon update of news and weather

• Keith Van Sickle gives his input on "The Bucket List"

• Missouri proposal would ban cussing in bars

• Research unravels part of autism mystery

• HGTV features Topeka home

• 5 ways to lower your risk of developing cancer

• Presidential candidates say they have the prescription for ill economy

• Presidential candidates' public displays of affection comes under scrutiny

• Hy-Vee learns hard way just how far people will go to get high

• Fred Thompson jabs Mike Huckabee for smoking ban stance

• Iraq Report: Anbar province ready for Iraqi control

• K-State Ag Today: Not a winter wonderland for horses

• Fear of recession, like disease, sparks psychological, physical responses

• New rules for driver's licenses meant to deter terrorists, illegal immigrants

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Mild with a sun and clouds mix

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Thursday, Jan. 10

• Jackson, McKinney to play in Hula Bowl

• Mangino earns Coach Of The Year honor from peers

• Sewer backup rottens relationship between students, Manhattan officials

• Neighborhood leaders ask 49 News for more communty stories

• Shims Bargain recalls pacifiers

• From blockbuster to Broadway

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Colder weather settles in for a while

• Jayhawks' second season coming up

• Growing is painful for Wildcats

• Governor supports health policy proposals

• To the surprise and dismay of many, the cable bill is up

• Disturbing trend of home invasions in Topeka

• KU officials take critical situation training very seriously

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• Stress-reducing techniques can benefit you, those around you

• Topeka man faces charges in multiple robberies

• Home invasion suspects at large

• Woes arise as puberty hits girls at younger and younger age

• Survey: Cough, cold medicine abuse among young people cause for alarm

• Trial set for sex offender caught in Baldwin City sting operation

• Thousands more Marines could be deployed to Afghanistan

• Bleak economic outlook looks even bleaker

• Legislators renew push to snub out smoking in public places

• K-State Ag Today offers new clues on herbicides, calving practices

• Presidential campaign update: Bill Richardson expected to drop out of race

• USD 383 to extend school day to make up for lost time during ice storm

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Light wintry mix possible early

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Wednesday, Jan. 9

• Washburn comeback falls short at Emporia State

• Wildcats end Aggies’ home mastery

• Program to provide funding for low-income code violators

• Lady Jayhawks nearly upset Oklahoma State

• Mainz scores career-high 16 in win at Emporia State

• Getting the word out about things to do in Topeka

• New green locomotive could mean more jobs

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• New man at the helm of Charger football

• Win doesn't stop coach from getting unpleasant with players

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Chance of a winter mix in the morning

• KC's Allen named to All-Pro team

• Serial, flexible thief striking local gymnastic club

• Test pothole filled

• It's not too late to get limbs to the curb and cleaned up

• Auburndale has few limb worries due to preventative action

• Fatal shooting reported in Junction City

• During a woman's chemotherapy, it's all about the 'do

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• Pothole Patrol

• Man makes department store his home for a week

• Video of rare white bison calf

• Police apprehend suspect in robbery investigation

• Better Business Bureau warns of weight-loss scams

• South Korea turns pig waste into watts

• U.S. offensive against al-Qaida in Iraq meeting little resistance

• Hiker finds human remains along Kansas River

• Missouri task force urges internet harassment law following teen's suicide

• Larry Craig's appeal moves forward

• Bush heads to Mideast to promote peace

• Record high health care spending doesn't equate to most healthy country

• Report: IRS records are susceptible to identity thieves

• Attention again turns to school finance

• Police chief's alleged beer theft costs him his job

• State revenues fall $33 million short

• Sebelius narrows list of attorney general candidates

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Mostly cloudy and mild

• K-State Ag Today: Virtual community of farm women crops up

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Tuesday, Jan. 8

• Obama supporters gather in Lawrence

• Tuesday night prep basketball

• Kansas defeats Loyola in final non-conference game

• Clinton and McCain win in New Hampshire

• Women voters: A crush on Obama or Hot for Hillary?

• Firefighters still feuding over Giles

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• It's time to do the Tussle

• Lakeshore locking up

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Mostly clear and cold tonight

• Another Topekan robbed at gunpoint inside his home

• 24 hour pothole attention a goal, not a promise

• Kansans could hold weight in picking president

• KU finishes seventh in final AP poll

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• Man convicted of raping girlfriend's 11-year-old daughter

• Candidates stretch themselves thin in hopes of win in New Hampshire

• "Change" becomes cliche, target of campaign humor

• Cake artist brings a hint of the Orient

• K-State Ag Today: Trees key for good soil, water management

• Pentagon: Iranian boats threatened to blow up 3-ship U.S. Navy convoy

• Topeka man's night disturbed by intruder

• Rare January tornadoes kill two

• Writers strike transforms face of Golden Globes

• Topeka police ask for public's help in identifying robber

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: A sloppy morning commute

• Rebels named in assassination of Sri Lankan governmental official

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Monday, Jan. 7

• K-State gets defensive in 85-25 rout

• Candidates in overdrive on the eve of NH primary

• Obesity or not, KC family closer to adoption

• Traditional Golden Globe Awards ceremony cancelled

• Virginia set to deliver on Orange Bowl bet

• Kansas cornerback Talib, tackle Collins to enter NFL draft

• 49 News Now - An evening update of news and weather

• Begging for blood

• Furry friends make excellent reading partners

• Speak up on the proposed multi-use baseball stadium

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Possible late night snow showers

• Topeka road closing advisories

• Creative crook crash-lands on commode

• Jackson snags Player of the Week honors

• Save your hair, save your life with self breast exams

• Push to patch potholes going on now

• Trash pile dumped on businessman's property

• After a year in the black, Let's Help looking at more debt

• Stolen car recovered, police looking for others

• Talib to forgo senior season

• Top teams remain the same in the AP Top 25

• 49 News Now - An afternoon update of news and weather

• Michael Vick to serve term in Leavenworth prison

• KU assistant coach to lead running backs at Nebraska

• Young campaign volunteers hit the streets in New Hampshire

• Candidates look to New Hampshire with optimism

• Studies show vitamin A supplements for cattle could be a waste of money

• Humane society asks community to give furry friends a good home

• Pittsburg State adds former Chief to its staff

• Western states begin clean-up after being devastated by severe weather

• Family, friends stand up for 20-year-old accused bank robber

• Union: Actors likely won't cross picket lines for Golden Globes

• Burglary suspect falls from ceiling

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Warm temperatures to precede rain/snow mix

• Antarctic marathoners return triumphant from icy odyssey

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Sunday, Jan. 6

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Showers, storms possible for your Monday

• Wildcats look to bounce back after Xavier loss

• 'Hawks basketball team getting overlooked despite undefeated record

• Simple test could have saved cancer survivor trouble

• Chargers outlast Titans 17-6

• One resident starts to rebuild after December ice storm

• Gas station robbery occurs early Sunday morning

• Former KU women's basketball coach hopes to get people fit through Web site

• Kansas National Guard unit under new leadership

• Blood center in need of donations

• Giants defeat Buccaneer 24-14

Saturday, Jan. 5

• Lady Blues defeat Central Missouri

• Washburn's mens basketball team victorious

• RoadRunners victorious with celebrities on hand

• 49 StormTeam Forecast: Warm but changing soon

• Emporia State basketball teams lose

• NFC wild-card: Seahawks 35 Redskins 14

• Brady a runaway winner in MVP voting

• Junction City residents protest tax increases

• Kansas ranks among top 10 in speeding ticket prices in nation

• Better Business Bureau advises Kansans on storm damage

• Lawrence pharmaceutical firm drops expansion plans over controversy

• Pilot program to give services to 25 kids with autism

• Desperate Americans seek unproven cell treatments in China

• Program aims to make Topekans healthy in 2008

• Fort Riley soldiers die after Iraq attack

• Saturday morning fire leaves three people homeless

• No. 3 Kansas beats Boston College 85-60

Friday, Jan. 4

• Police standoff ends hours later

• Mangino earns another award

• Lady Eagles blow past Wabaunsee

• Numerous boys, girls basketball teams in action

• Silver Lake men's basketball team slides past Wabaunsee

• Shawnee Heights women's team defeats Seaman's squad

• Seaman men's basketball team victorious

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news, weather

• Washburn Rural women's basketball team rolls past Highland Park squad

• Highland Park men's basketball team continues winning ways

• Orange Bowl championship T-shirts hot item

• Orange Bowl victory just beginning for Kansas

• Jayhawks men's basketball team prepares for Boston College

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: A warm but windy weekend

• Standoff occurrs between police, shooter

• Jayhawks silence critics with Orange Bowl victory

• Felker's memorial service set

• Woman kidnapped, held for seven hours

• Bill Murray to visit Little Apple

• Local hospital reports increase in children with resiratory virus

• Sebelius wins Orange Bowl bet

• Best and Worst movies of 2007

• 49 News Now: An afternoon update of news and weather

• 'Hawks fly into Forbes

• Public database of state spending nears completion

• With New Hampshire on the horizon, Iowa Caucus celebrations don't last long

• Rebuilding efforts in Coffeyville get a break

• Gadget geek: Two portable devices that could make your life easier

• Woman reports being kidnapped, robbed by two men

• Kansas defeats Virginia Tech in historic Orange Bowl victory

• K-State Ag Today: Meat tenderness can be predicted

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Breezy and a bit warmer

• The recycling option: What to do with used electronics

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

• Iowa caucuses weed out contenders from pretenders

Thursday, Jan. 3

• KU wins the Orange Bowl

• Pizza Hut robbed by armed suspects

• Health permitting, Felker considered another run for office

• UPDATE: Senator Joe Biden dropping out of race

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• Local school band preparing for a really big gig

• Local bars draw Jayhawk fans for the big game

• Mangino looks to stay put

• Jordy Nelson to play in Senior Bowl

• Chiefs ready for an overhaul

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Mostly clear, cold and breezy tonight

• The last pre-game report from Miami

• Rude awakening for Topeka woman scraping ice off her car

• Topeka police train their military counterparts

• K-State Ag Today: Encouraging more fruit and vegetable production in Kansas

• Just what is a caucus?

• Former Topeka Mayor Butch Felker dies after long illness

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

• Area school closed for plumbing

• Nacole Winters accused killer back in court

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: One last chiller

• Accused killers face judge

• Life-saving information just a mouse click away

• The world is saying, no more smoke

• Zoo opens with controversy looming

• Hospitals miss life-saving minutes

• Kansans feel at home in Florida

• How to pick your president

Wednesday, Jan. 2

• K-State wins third straight with 68-53 victory

• Chiefs fire offensive coordinator, 3 other coaches

• Hokies' linebacker Hall questionable for Orange Bowl

• Winter's chilly grip extends across the country

• Experience two seasons in one day at the Zoo

• 2007 severe weather costly for the state

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Mostly clear and cold tonight

• Orange Bowl Eve from Miami

• 49 Crime Tracker: Domestic violence is up

• 37 year-old tradition continues in Wichita

• Virginia Tech fans loyal in the middle of the Rock Chalk nation

• Charges filed in death of goose hunter

• Topeka road builder fined $600,000

• Use those gift cards now

• Neighborhood limb pickup moving right along

• 49 News Now: An afternoon update of news and weather

• New Year's Day brings out the polar bear in some

• Realistic resolutions are not as tough to keep

• Collision on K-16 sends two to hospital

• Hot Wheels: Police seek suspect in auto theft

• Legislator settles lawsuit filed by Operation Rescue over cockroach incident

• On-the-street quiz doesn't bode well for candidates banking on face recognition

• Pakistani leaders push back national election

• The race to '08 heats up in Iowa

• Judge drops teacher’s misdemeanor charge

• Murder suspect's statement offers new leads for police

• Clearing up some confusion over the digital television switch

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: A few more frigid days

• Television is going digital

• 49 News Now: A morning update of news and weather

Tuesday, Jan. 1

• Rain cuts Jayhawk practice short

• New Year's Day football action

• Former KU players pin hopes on this year's Orange Bowl

• 49 Crime Tracker: Christmas crooks in high gear

• New Year starts violently for one Topekan

• First Topeka baby of the year came early

• Sebelius to be featured in Vogue

• 49 News Now: An evening update of news and weather

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Cold for now, but a warmer weekend

• Big stories to look for in 2008

• Iowa stumping now a ground war

• Ring in the new year worldwide

• Manhattan celebrates new year, new hopes

• Rehab on New Year's Day

• 49 Storm Team Forecast: Cold start to the new year!

• Rollover accident sends driver to hospital

• Happy 2008!