Author: KMAN Staff

A Topeka man was arrested Thursday evening following a police pursuit that led to multiple charges, including aggravated endangering of a child, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers initially filed the report at approximately 5:50 p.m. on Oct. 23 in the 700 block of Allen Road. The case involves allegations of aggravated endangering of a child, fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement, contributing to child misconduct, reckless driving, and two counts of interference with a law enforcement officer. Jeremy Richmond, 33, of Topeka, was arrested about 18 minutes later at approximately 6:08 p.m. in the 2700 block…

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David DeJesus-Roman, 28, of Ogden, was arrested in the 1000 block of Seth Child Blvd., in Manhattan at approximately 8:16 p.m. on Oct. 23, 2025 on two Riley County District Court warrants for failure to appear. This arrest stems from original charges of possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana and criminal use of a weapon. DeJesus-Roman was issued a total bond of $25,000 and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report. Officers filed a report of aggravated endangering of a child, fleeing or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, contributing to child misconduct,…

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Robert Copple, hospital president of Ascension Via Christi in Manhattan announced Thursday he is leaving the hospital, effective this week. In a statement sent to hospital staff, Copple said he and his wife, Kim, are not leaving the community. Copple said he was thankful for the opportunity to work with the staff of Ascension Via Christi and being a part of “providing much-needed healthcare services in our community.” To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more local Manhattan news.

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On today’s episode of The Game, we’ve got a preview show as K-State faces KU in the 123rd Sunflower Showdown on Saturday. We’ll have our weekly conversation with Curry Sexton, talk to KUSports.com editor Henry Greenstein and more! https://www.youtube.com/live/YOsTxKu1kls?si=n8DR7CRf6olJzsi3 Hour 1 Segment 1 – Who’s in and out for the Sunflower Showdown Segment 2 – KU preview with Henry Greenstein Segment 3 – K-State WBB Top 25 according to coaches Hour 2 Segment 1 – Interview with Curry Sexton Segment 2 – Mitch in Vegas Segment 3 – Keys vs. KU

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By Tim Everson Kansas State senior offensive lineman Taylor Poitier grew up a KU fan. It’s understandable. Poitier grew up in the Kansas City area, went to high school at Bishop Miege and loved basketball. He grew up going to Bill Self basketball camps, and his childhood bedroom is painted in Jayhawk crimson and blue (although he says he doesn’t sleep in there anymore). To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.

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By Tim Everson Kansas State will be without a few key offensive pieces heading into Saturday’s Sunflower Showdown. According to the Big 12’s midweek injury report released Wednesday night, star junior running back Dylan Edwards will miss his fifth game of the season. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.

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Riley County police are investigating a motorcycle theft reported Wednesday morning in the 800 block of Laramie Street. Officers were called around 10:15 a.m. after a 19-year-old man reported his Honda motorcycle had been stolen by an unknown suspect. The bike is valued at about $2,700. Anyone with information should contact the Riley County Police Department or Manhattan-Riley County Crime Stoppers. Click here for more local Manhattan news.

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A Manhattan man was arrested Wednesday evening on two outstanding warrants and is now facing additional charges. Riley County Police say William Benner, 24, was taken into custody Wednesday evening in the 400 block of Fort Riley Blvd on warrants for failure to appear, stemming from past charges of drug possession and driving without a license. During his arrest, Benner was additionally charged with interfering with law enforcement and trafficking contraband into the jail. He remains jailed on a total bond of $18,500. Click here for more local Manhattan news.

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