Manhattan, Kansas — Sunset Zoo is mourning the loss of Susie, a 71-year-old Western chimpanzee who held the distinction of being the oldest female chimpanzee living in human care. Susie was humanely euthanized this week after caregivers noticed a significant decline in her behavior, mobility and comfort level, zoo officials said.

October 2025

SENECA, Kan. — Riley County's volleyball team rallied from a first-set deficit Saturday to earn a 2-1 victory over Nemaha Central, continuing the Falcons' recent success on the court. The match finished with set scores of 21-25, 25-19, 25-18, as Riley County bounced back after dropping the opening

LAWRENCE, Kan. — Kansas football has lost its highest-rated recruit in the 2026 class, as four-star defensive back James "JJ" Dunnigan Jr. announced his decommitment from the University of Kansas on Monday evening, just two days after the Jayhawks' lopsided loss to rival Kansas State. Dunnigan, a senior

Incident highlights growing pedestrian safety concerns in Kansas

Scam rings bell for Kansas authorities

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's Milling Science and Management program stands as the only institution in the United States offering a bachelor's degree in the field, positioning it as a vital resource for an industry with a century-long connection to the university. The Department of Grain

Haberman faces rape and aggravated sexual battery charges stemming from September 2024 incidents

MANHATTAN — The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will consider two development code amendments and approve a property replat at its meeting Monday. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in the City Commission Room at City Hall, 1101 Poyntz Avenue. The board will hold a public hearing on an

October 2025

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Livestock Association is bringing its annual convention to Manhattan next month for the first time in the organization's 130-year history. The KLA Convention and Expo will run Nov. 19-21 at the Manhattan Convention Center, featuring educational sessions, networking opportunities and policy meetings for cattle

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The president of Ascension Via Christi Manhattan announced Thursday he is leaving the hospital effective this week. Robert Copple, who has led the hospital since 2016, said in a statement to staff that he and his wife, Kim, will remain in the community. "I am thankful for

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Manhattan High School's cross country teams swept the Class 6A regional championships Saturday in Wichita, punching their tickets to the state meet with dominant performances from both squads. The top-ranked girls team and No. 4-ranked boys team will compete Saturday at Rim Rock Farm in Lawrence.

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University has launched a new institute to address health challenges in rural communities, announced upcoming performances and highlighted faculty research efforts. Institute targets rural Kansas health challenges K-State has established the Institute for Community Health and Well-being, a new initiative designed to address challenges facing Kansas

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Riley County Police Department Sgt. Ramsey and Victim Advocate Coordinator Melissa Mosher spoke with Kansas State University agriculture students Wednesday evening about recognizing warning signs of domestic violence and resources available to help survivors. The presentation was part of a "Purple Out" Domestic Violence Awareness meeting

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Riley County Police Department officers visited Amanda Arnold Elementary School last week to honor White Cane Safety Day and meet with a kindergarten student who uses a white cane to navigate her world. Corporal Rachel Pate and School Resource Officer Sonia Gregoire met with Tegan and her classmates