4 months ago
The family of a Wichita teenager who died in law enforcement custody is receiving a multi-million-dollar award. A jury has awarded the family of Cedric Lofton eight-point-three-million-dollars in a lawsuit against five detention officers involved in the 17-year-old's death. Lofton suffered a heart attack and died after five officers pinned him facedown to a floor for nearly ...

4 months ago
The February Civic Lecture Series discussion at Kansas State University Salina will explore how collective action, shared purpose and people-powered organizing can make a difference across Kansas communities. On Wednesday, Feb. 11, K-State Salina's Civic Lecture Series will feature "The Power of People to Impact the Common Good," a community discussion about what is possible and how everyday people can ...

4 months ago
Sexual assault victims of a former Manhattan chiropractor found guilty of dozens of crimes convinced the Kansas Senate Judiciary Committee to support reform of state law to require revocation of bond for people convicted of a serious offense. Impetus for introduction of Senate Bill 358 and a hearing Wednesday on that bill before the Senate committee was the ...

4 months ago
In conjunction with the biggest weekend of football of the year, Salina’s biggest weekend effort of the year to gather food for the hungry is here. The 2026 Souper Bowl of Hope is here. The Souper Bowl of Hope, organized by Project Salina, is an effort of Salina churches and businesses to gather cans of soup. ...

4 months ago
A Pink Floyd extravaganza is coming to Salina. Floyd Nation, known for delivering an immersive experience that mirrors the sound and "feel" of the legendary rock group, is coming to the Stiefel Theatre. According to the venue, some call it a homage, others call it theatre and most say if you close your eyes you’ll swear ...

4 months ago
The Kansas Recreation and Parks Association recognized Joe Minick of Abilene with the Distinguished Volunteer Award. According to the Abilene Convention and Visitor's Bureau, at 90 years young Minick is widely regarded as one of Kansas’ most impactful volunteers, quietly shaping some of the state’s most beloved recreation and tourism assets through decades of hands-on service, ...

4 months ago
The life and vision of Father Robert Mize Jr. is being celebrated on the Saint Francis Ministries campus in Salina - as Founder's Day. William J. Clark President/Chief Executive Officer at St. Francis joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra to look back at the mission that began in 1945. [audio mp3="https://www.ksal.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Bill-Clark-1.mp3"][/audio]   Now staff is celebrating what ...

4 months ago
 Evergy Kansas customers who need financial assistance can now apply for the 2026 Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) through Tuesday, March 31.  According to Evergy, they are one of five utilities partnering with the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) to help eligible Kansans receive assistance. LIEAP, administered through DCF, is a federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion ...

4 months ago
Kansas lawmakers are aiming to crack down on speeding drivers. Senate Bill 113, if passed would charge drivers caught speeding at 100 miles per hour or faster on Kansas roads with reckless driving. The reckless driving charge would also apply to drivers exceeding the posted speed limit by at least 35 miles per hour. Kansas currently fines drivers ...

4 months ago
This week, I stepped away from my duties at the Statehouse to fulfill one of the most fundamental and constitutional obligations we share as American citizens: I reported for jury duty. Spending two days in that environment was a profound reminder of the importance of our judicial system. Although I was not ultimately selected for the ...

4 months ago
About 50 people gathered Tuesday evening on the campus of Salina Area Technical College to participate in a forum which provided information about the upcoming special election which will decide whether or not the pit bull dog ban in Salina will be rescinded. The purpose of the event was to educate about the breed-specific dog law, ...