Multiple rounds of storms are expected across the area Monday, beginning in the early afternoon in eastern Kansas. Forecasters say additional storm development is likely further west later in the day, with those storms tracking east into the evening hours and early Tuesday morning. The main threats include large hail, damaging winds, and the possibility of a few tornadoes. Storms may persist into the overnight period, increasing the risk of overnight severe weather. Residents are urged to remain weather aware throughout the day and evening and be prepared to take immediate action if warnings are issued for their location. Stay…
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In an ever-changing landscape, Riley County Police Department Director Brian Peete shares his insight on police security within schools, and the budget that pays for it, on today’s episode of Within Reason. 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.
Conner Bruce, 21, of Manhattan, was arrested on May 17, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m. in the 1000 block of Osage Street, for interference with a law enforcement officer, failure to appear and criminal trespass. Bruce was issued a total bond of $5,750 and is still confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report. Shawn Sinnott, 48, of Manhattan, was arrested on May 16, 2025, at approximately 10:10 a.m. at 1001 S. Seth Child Road, for breach of privacy. Sinnott was issued a total bond of $6,000 and is still confined in the Riley County Jail…
Two people were hospitalized after a carbon monoxide incident late Saturday morning at a hotel on Manhattan’s southwest side. Firefighters were dispatched to the DoubleTree by Hilton, just before 11 a.m. and found elevated carbon monoxide levels inside the hotel. The hotel was evacuated to allow crews to monitor the atmospheric conditions throughout the building. Riley County EMS transported two hotel guests to Ascension Via Christi and evaluated several others on scene. The cause was determined to be the pool heater and inoperable exhaust fans for the heating system. Click here for more local news.
Forecasters say an intense upper level disturbance will move through the region today, resulting in another a stormy afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has the Manhattan area in an enhanced (level 3) risk for severe weather. The best chances for thunderstorms will develop across northeast and east central Kansas, with all severe weather hazards possible, including large hail, damaging winds and even tornadoes. Storms could fire in the Manhattan area as early as 2 p.m., and last until late tonight. Stay tuned to KMAN for weather updates throughout the day.
MANHATTAN, KS — The Riley County Police Department reported five arrests over the weekend, according to the department’s latest media arrest summary released Sunday morning. Among those detained was 32-year-old Javontae Dashon Darby of Manhattan, who was arrested shortly after 1 a.m. on May 18. Darby faces charges of shoplifting items valued under $1,500 and possessing tools to remove theft detection devices. He remains confined at the Riley County Jail with a bond set at $3,000. Police also arrested 18-year-old Jaeleon Malachi Jefford on the evening of May 17 on a warrant. Jefford is charged with aggravated battery and aggravated…
Kansas State women’s basketball head coach Jeff Mittie has added a frontcourt piece to the 2025-26 roster, as Jenessa Cotton has signed with the Wildcats. White, a 6-foot-2 forward from Orange, California, played her first collegiate season in 2024-25 at Duke. She saw action in eight games with 44 minutes played. Cotton carded eight points (1.0 ppg) on a .286 field goal percentage (4-of-14), hauled in six rebounds (0.8 rpg), dished out two assists and blocked two shots. Read the rest of the article at The Manhattan Mercury. Subscribe for more K-State coverage!
Manhattan High track and field came away with two team Centennial League titles Thursday in Junction City. In total, the Indians earned 28 all-league first team honors and 13 second-team results with eight landing honorable mention. The Manhattan High girls swept all three relay races, starting with the state-record holding 4×100 team of Harli Omli, Hanna Pellant, Sarah Oberreuter and Michelle Jeje, who took first with a time of 46.9, .6 seconds slower than their top time. Subscribe to the Manhattan Mercury to read the rest of the article and for more high school sports coverage!
Officers filed 21 reports, including an injury accident in the 700 block of Bluemont Avenue and several non-injury collisions throughout the city. Other notable incidents included battery reports, larcenies at multiple locations including Best Buy and Countryside Parks, criminal damage to property, and a violation of a court order. Trespassing and DUI-related offenses were also documented, along with a battery incident at Tubbys bar in Aggieville. Two arrests were made. Conner Wayne Bruce, 21, of Manhattan, was arrested in the early hours of May 17 for interference with law enforcement, failure to appear, and criminal trespass. He remains confined at…
Aggieville business owners want the public to know business remains open, as they prepare for a major construction project. Manhattan Public Works crews will begin construction at the intersection of 12th and Moro on Monday, resulting in a 30 day closure of Moro between 11th and 12th Street to all vehicular traffic. Director of the Aggieville Business Association Dennis Cook said contingencies are in place to ensure visitors can maintain access to businesses. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more local news.