Widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected to impact the region today, with the heaviest activity likely across east-central Kansas. Forecasters say conditions are favorable for a few strong to severe storms, which could bring hail and damaging winds. Alongside the threat for severe weather, the risk for flash flooding is also on the rise, particularly in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Stay weather-aware and tuned in to News Radio KMAN throughout the day as conditions continue to evolve.
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After run through the 4A State Baseball Championship, Rock Creek came just short of defending their title from a year ago, finishing as state runners-up following a hard-fought 6-4 loss to Fort Scott in the championship game. Rock Creek — the reigning 4A state champions — picked up a first-round win over Mulvane to move into the semifinal matchup on day two of this year’s tournament. The Mustangs secured a thrilling 3-1 victory over McPherson in the semifinals, thanks in part to a strong pitching performance from Ryker Zoeller that carried the Mustangs through eight impressive innings, allowing just three…
WICHITA — After finishing second last year, Slade Smith had one goal in the Class 4A high jump — grabbing that gold medal. The senior did just that, jumping 6 feet, 9 inches to bring home a first-place finish for Wamego. “It feels amazing to be a state champion,” Smith said. “I mean, I knew I could and was going to do it, but it still feels amazing to be on the podium.” Subscribe to The Manhattan Mercury to read the rest of the story!
WICHITA — It was an unforgettable weekend for the Manhattan girls’ track team, finishing Class 6A runners-up at the state meet with 64 points. It came down to the final event, but Shawnee-Mill Valley edged MHS out with 70 points. “It was a total team effort,” head coach Kory Cool said. “We did what we came to do, which was get on the podium for the first time in 23 years. You just can’t ask for anything more.” Subscribe to The Manhattan Mercury to read the rest of the story!
Manhattan, Kan. – Officers filed a report for attempted murder in the 1st degree, aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim, aggravated kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery, criminal threat, domestic battery, and criminal damage to property in Manhattan on May 30, 2025, at approximately 12:46 a.m. A 33-year-old woman was listed as the victim and a 23-year-old man was listed as the suspect. Lane Luthi, 23, of Junction City, KS was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant in connection to this report for attempted murder in the 1st degree, aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim, aggravated kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery, criminal threat,…
Scott Schwab, Kansas Secretary of State, is running for Kansas governor. The GOP candidate joins Mike today to provide a glimpse into his campaign, sharing his views on abortion, election security, and international relations. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Stream the show live weekday mornings at 9am: https://www.youtube.com/@NewsRadioKMAN. Click here to listen on Apple Podcast. Click here to listen on Spotify.
Kansas State baseball was eliminated from the 2025 NCAA Tournament as top-seeded Texas powered to a 15-8 win Sunday afternoon in the 2025 NCAA Austin Regional at UFCU Disch-Falk Field. K-State concluded its season with a 32-26 record, making its second straight NCAA Tournament run and first back-to-back appearances since 2010-11. The Wildcats also set a program record 97 home runs. Subscribe to The Manhattan Mercury to read the rest of the story
A 22-year-old man from the Bronx, New York, is being held at the Riley County Jail on child sex crime charges following his arrest on May 30 at 1:15 p.m. According to the Riley County Police Department, the man was arrested in connection to an ongoing investigation and is charged with two counts of rape involving a victim under the age of 14, aggravated criminal sodomy, and aggravated indecent liberties with a child. Authorities allege that all offenses involved a victim under the age of 14 and that the offender was under 18 at the time the crimes were committed.…
A Junction City man is in custody following an incident that led to his arrest on multiple felony charges. The 23-year-old suspect was taken into custody at 1324 Parkside Lane in Junction City on May 30 around 5 p.m. and remains confined at the Riley County Jail with a total bond set at $500,000. According to the RCPD, the man faces a series of charges stemming from a domestic-related case. Those charges include attempted first-degree murder, aggravated kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery, and aggravated intimidation of a witness or victim through threats of force or violence. Additional charges include multiple counts…
RCPD responded to 14 incidents across Manhattan on May 30 and 31, including three non-injury traffic accidents, a reported domestic disturbance, drug-related activity at The Links apartments, and a DUI arrest at the intersection of North Seth Child Road and Kimball Avenue. Five individuals were arrested during this period. Lane Lawrence Luthi, 23, of Junction City, was arrested on multiple charges including attempted first-degree murder, aggravated kidnapping, and aggravated domestic battery. His bond was set at $500,000. Brendon Juan Delarosa, 22, of the Bronx, New York, was arrested on charges related to child sex crimes, including rape and aggravated indecent…