Second Mattel theme park announced

Mattel will open a second theme park in 2026, complete with Hot Wheels roller coasters and a “larger-than-life” Barbie Beach House, the company announced this week.

Kansas bill would make doctors ask patients why they want abortions and report answers

If the bill is passed, Kansas would join at least seven other states with Republican legislatures that ban most abortions even though Kansas voters have affirmed abortion rights.

Phoenix man, 75, arrested in 42-year-old Kansas killing

A Phoenix man has been brought to Kansas to face charges in a 42-year-old killing after a multistate investigation.

Super Bowl Parade Shooting: New details revealed
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We are learning more about the deadly mass shooting that happened during a Super Bowl victory parade in Kansas City. Reporter Connor Hansen has more.

Super Bowl victory parade turns deadly; woman once known as Rachel Dolezal fired | Nightly Roundup

From a festive day in Kansas City that took a deadly turn to the latest on a woman in Arizona who was at the center of a racial identity scandal, here's a look at some of our top stories.

Officer replaces therapy pig for young boy after tragic animal attack

A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.

Jackie Robinson statue stolen from Kansas park

A Kansas town is in uproar after a prized Jackie Robinson statue was stolen from a public park.

Pliers impale Kansas teen after he slips on ice while shoveling snow: 'I didn't know they were in there'

In a bizarre incident, 15-year-old Joey Zeman from Wakeeney, Kansas, survived a freak accident while shoveling snow. Joey slipped on ice and found himself impaled by a pair of pliers he usually carries as part of his farm routine.

Pliers impale Kansas teen after he slips on ice while shoveling snow: 'I didn't know they were in there'

In a bizarre incident, 15-year-old Joey Zeman from Wakeeney, Kansas, survived a freak accident while shoveling snow. Joey slipped on ice and found himself impaled by a pair of pliers he usually carries as part of his farm routine.

Patrick Mahomes' helmet 'did its job' after shattering in frigid game, manufacturer says

The manufacturer of the helmet that Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes shattered during their AFC wild-card game with Miami says it “did its job” by protecting the league MVP “during a head-to-head impact in unprecedented cold temperatures.”

See the new license plate in Kansas that everyone despises

The governor of Kansas is bowing to criticism of a new state license plate and halting production of a design that many people consider "ugly and dull."

Here's what to do with your old pumpkins

Putting old pumpkins or jack-o’-lanterns in the trash and hauling them off to the landfill creates more waste in the stream and adds in the extra expense of trucking.

Taylor Swift meets determined fan who survived shooting, multiple amputations and cancer

Julie Dombo, a resilient survivor, realized her dream of meeting Taylor Swift at a Kansas City Chiefs game. Dombo's unwavering determination and her disability led to a heartwarming encounter.

Kansas couple, both 96, ties the knot after meeting in senior living center

Carl and Doris Kruse, both 96 years old, recently tied the knot after just a month of engagement. The couple's love story began when they met playing pool, with Carl noticing Doris's exceptional skills.

Kansas building explosion kills toddler, 2 adults

The explosion occurred at a commercial structure and is currently under investigation.

Alleged Arizona human trafficking suspect captured in Kansas
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On Oct. 12, the Wallace County Kansas Sheriff?s Office arrested a man on suspicion of human trafficking. "The male subject was transporting twelve people from Arizona to an unknown destination. The twelve displaced victims were transported to the Boarders Inn & Suites in Syracuse, Kansas," authorities said.