By Toby Hammes Manhattan High cross country opened the postseason with a dominant performance, sweeping the team titles at its home sub-state meet Saturday under near-perfect conditions at Warner Park. “The kids have been excited, and you love to see that. With Warner being a challenging course, they have been really excited to have others come here and race us on our course,” head coach Susan Melgares said. “And with the weather being nice, that takes a lot of the headache potential. We wanted everything to go smoothly. It was certainly a blessing overall.” To view the full article visit…
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By Nathan Gaddie A local nonprofit will begin work in early 2027 improvements to its facility. Be Able officials say the changes will create a more welcoming environment and better serve the community. Be Able opened in September 2020 and serves 65 to 80 people every day, organizers said. Located on the corner of Fifth and Yuma streets, the organization offers shelter, free Wi-Fi and computer access, food, laundry, showers, clothing, resource guidance and mail service for more than 200 people needing a temporary address to obtain identification. Director and founder Scott Voos said improvements to the 86-year-old building will…
A Topeka man’s trial for alleged sex crimes began Monday in Riley County District Court with jury selection. LaMarques Atez Channel, 42, faces charges of aggravated criminal sodomy and two counts of rape against a woman born in 1992. The charges stem from reported events in 2019 and 2024. Channel pleaded not guilty to the charges in January. His trial is scheduled to end Thursday.
The RCPD is investigating a forgery case involving a reported loss of approximately $9,800. According to the RCPD, officers filed a report for forgery and unlawful computer acts just before 9:30 a.m. Friday in the 1500 block of Williamsburg Court. Capital One and an 82-year-old woman were listed as victims after an unknown suspect reportedly forged a check.
An 18-year-old Topeka teen was arrested Friday night in Manhattan on allegations of violating conditions of juvenile probation or placement and interfering with law enforcement. According to the RCPD, Noah Shadrick McFadden was arrested just after 11 p.m. in connection with an incident reported in the 1000 block of Pottawatomie Court. McFadden was arrested on allegations of violating conditions of juvenile probation or placement and interference with a law enforcement officer. McFadden was issued a total bond of $26,000 and remained confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of the report.
The RCPD is investigating a burglary at a Manhattan storage facility where approximately $50,000 worth of electronic equipment was reportedly stolen. According to the RCPD, officers filed a report for burglary and criminal damage to property just before 6 p.m. Sunday at B&T Northside Self Storage, located in the 5200 block of Tuttle Creek Boulevard. The business and a 35-year-old man were listed as victims after an unknown suspect reportedly broke into a storage unit and stole multiple electronic items. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the RCPD or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Anonymous tips submitted through Crime…
Officers filed a report for burglary and criminal damage to property at approximately 5:43 p.m. on Oct. 25, 2026 in the 5200 block of Tuttle Creek Blvd. B& T Northside Self Storage and a 35-year-old male were listed as victims when it was reported an unknown suspect broke into a storage unit and stole multiple electronic items. The total estimated loss associated with this case is approximately $50,000. Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up…
Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000. Click here for past RCPD reports.
Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000. Click here for past RCPD reports.
Manhattan High football closed out the regular season by blanking Washburn Rural 46-0 on senior night, securing the Centennial League trophy Friday night at Bishop Stadium. It marked Manhattan’s second league title in three years after rival Junction City took the crown last fall. The Indians will enter the postseason with a 6-2 record, with all six wins following a 0-2 start to the season against Mill Valley and Rockhurst. Leading the way offensively in the Indians’ win was quarterback Mclain Aslin, who stuffed the stat sheet with a new-career-high rushing total, unofficially 275 yards on 25 attempts. Aslin broke…