The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced $1.66 billion in grants to transit agencies, territories, and states across the country to invest in 150 bus fleets and facilities. Among the awardees,…
Read More »The City of Wichita wants to ensure that all citizens have access to safe, clean drinking water. An important step toward achieving this goal is to confirm water being used for irrigation systems does not mix with contaminants such as pesticides and…
Read More »Residents may now explore their creativity using one of Wichita Public Library’s new iMac computers in the Digital Pavilion at the Advanced Learning Library, 711 W. 2nd St. iMac computers provide residents different programs to create, work…
Read More »Cambridge, MA, August 15, 2022 -- The Early Childhood Education Career Training Program, a new program offered by the Cambridge Office of Early Childhood and Cambridge Community Learning Center, is recruiting participants to begin this October. The…
Read More »PROPEL Revolving Loan Program Launches Citywide On August 1, the PROPEL (Providing Resources & Opportunities for Proprietors, Entrepreneurs & Lenders) Small Business Loan Fund will begin accepting applications from small business owners…
Read More »June Awards Approved Crime Stoppers of Wichita-Sedgwick County has approved $2,700 in reward in rewards for tips that led to felony arrests during the month of June. The Crime Stoppers board voted Monday to approve the amount, to be paid to…
Read More »The City of Wichita announced Troy Anderson, AICP as the new Assistant City Manager for Development Services for the City of Wichita. As Assistant City Manager, Anderson will guide the City’s efforts for continued smart growth, economic…
Read More »From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this Friday, July 8, and Saturday, July 9, residents are invited to Old Cowtown Museum at 1865 W. Museum Blvd. for the first annual Neshotah Knap-In. Knapping is the practice of shaping or fracturing stone through lithic…
Read More »Shooting Investigation The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that injured a 33-year-old male and a 39-year-old male of Wichita. At approximately 3:47 a.m. this morning, officers were dispatched to the Quick Trip located…
Read More »Drive By Shooting (WICHITA, Kan.) – Crime Stoppers of Wichita-Sedgwick County is seeking information regarding a drive by shooting that occurred on May 21st in the 400 block of N. Clayton in Wichita. At approximately 6:45 p.m. on May 21st,…
Read More »Good morning all, My name is Officer Juan Rebolledo and I am shadowing Officer Paul Cruz for the next three weeks. Starting July 1st I will have big shoes to fill as I replace Officer Paul Cruz, but I am looking forward for the opportunity to…
Read More »The City of Wichita has launched a national search for a new Wichita Police Department (WPD) Chief of Police. The City is utilizing Public Sector Search & Consulting (PSSC), a national executive search firm focused exclusively on police…
Read More »Wichita, KS – Crime Stoppers of Wichita/Sedgwick County is now offering an increased reward for information that leads to an arrest in the case of Kurt Krueger, who was killed last month in a West Wichita neighborhood. An anonymous donor has…
Read More »Old Cowtown Museum and Mid-America All Indian Museum (MAAIM) have both joined the Museums for All program to encourage people of all backgrounds and income levels to visit museums and build lifelong museum-going habits. Through Museums for All, a…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured 17-year-old Boisy D. Barefield of Wichita, and a hit and run that fatally injured a 15-year-old female of Wichita. At approximately 11:20 p.m., on May 28,…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigated several shooting incidents since Friday, May 27, 2022. Below are the details of these cases. If anyone has information on these cases, they can call WPD detectives at 316-268-4407, the See…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured 31-year-old Javari Jones of Wichita. At approximately 5:00 am, on Saturday, officers were dispatched to a shooting call in the 3800 block of East Roseberry. Upon…
Read More »The Wastewater Plant 2 at 57th Street South and Hydraulic has experienced a temporary processing problem. Residents near the plant may experience increased odors over the next two weeks. Officials at the City of Wichita want residents in the…
Read More »Open Streets ICT, which aims to build community through shared space events, is expanding with a second Open Streets ICT event in Wichita’s North Market (NoMar) on 21st Street between Broadway and Woodland Park. The event is called Open…
Read More »City Presents First Round of ARPA Funding Recommendations City of Wichita economic development staff will present funding recommendations in the first round of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Workforce Development and Small Business/…
Read More »From high noon through 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, the public is invited to celebrate the Season Launch at Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W. Museum Blvd. During this free and festive afternoon welcome back party, visitors may preview the museum’s…
Read More »City of Wichita officials want to remind residents that open burning in certain areas of the state, including Wichita, is restricted during the month of April. This burn ban is imposed in 16 counties by the State of Kansas through the entire month…
Read More »City of Wichita Public Works and Utilities is making significant progress on repairing the 42” water main pipe located between the Hess pump station at 1601 Museum Blvd and the current water treatment facility. The stuck valve has been closed…
Read More »Frontier Airlines has given notice that they will be discontinuing service at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport. Frontier intended to resume flights to Las Vegas from Wichita on April 1 but has canceled those plans. Frontier stated that…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department is asking for the community’s help with finding a runaway child. Miracle Andrews, 9, ran away from home around 9:15 p.m. Saturday in the 1700 block of North Kansas Street – west of 17th and Grove. She…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a fatality accident that fatally injured 29-year-old Andrew Ornelas of Wichita. At approximately 1 a.m. today, officers responded to a single vehicle injury accident at 21st and Amidon. …
Read More »The Division of Arts and Cultural Services is now accepting applications for FY2023 grant funding. Cultural Funding Grants are awarded through a competitive process in three categories: Operating Grants, Developing Arts Grants and Artist Access…
Read More »Please see attached Crime Stoppers news release reference recent lumber thefts. Photos of the suspects are attached. Thanks, Trevor Macy #2618 | Public Information Officer | Wichita Police Department| p: (316) 268-4606 | m: (316)…
Read More »WPD needs your help in locating 51-year-old Kevin Robertson of Wichita, in connection with an auto theft that occurred yesterday afternoon. If you see him or know his whereabouts, please call 911. At approximately 3:10 p.m. on Tuesday, two…
Read More »The Wichita Public Library's Alford Branch (3447 S. Meridian) is now accepting Passport Applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. The Alford Branch has been designated an official Passport Acceptance Agency by the U.S. Department of…
Read More »Some City of Wichita water customers may experience a change to their March 2022 water bill date due to streamlined meter reading routes. In 2016, the City shifted from collecting water meter information by walking routes and using handheld…
Read More »WICHITA, Kan.) – Crime Stoppers of Wichita/Sedgwick County is seeking information regarding an armed robbery that occurred on February 12 th in the 2400 block of S. George Washington Boulevard. At approximately 10:40 p.m. on that day, an…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 21-year-old Amill Williams and 20-year-old Alonzo Montgomery, both of Wichita, as the victims of a fatal accident that occurred in the 800 block of S. Grove early Monday morning. At around 1:30…
Read More »Beginning today, residents are encouraged to nominate public service employees for the annual Excellence in Public Service Award. Now in its 34th year, the award recognizes employees from City of Wichita, Sedgwick County and Wichita Public Schools…
Read More »The Evergreen Community Center and Library will open for service Monday, February 14. This facility in Wichita’s North End will bring together essential community services under one roof to better serve residents. It is located at 2601 N.…
Read More »In late January, the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit (KWE), 700 Nims, received a male golden eagle into its care. The golden eagle is estimated to be around 10 years old. After holding a naming contest through the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit Facebook page,…
Read More »The 11th annual Art That Touches Your Heart (ATTYH) exhibit returns to CityArts until February 25, 2022.The exhibit features work by 19 artists that convey a wide range of personal expressions about the contemporary African American experience. …
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »Deputy Chief Lemuel Moore has been selected to serve as the interim chief of the Wichita Police Department after Chief Gordon Ramsay announced he will be leaving the department effective March 1. An extensive search process will be conducted to…
Read More »AGENDA 1. Call to Order—Chairperson J. Fowler 2. Approval ofDecemberMinutes – Chairperson J. Fowler 3. Public Agenda — 15 minutes set aside for this portion of the meetings. 4. Staff Report Update – Captain W.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is warning citizens of a phone scam with individuals calling and telling citizens they are being investigated by National Exploited and Missing Children’s Unit regarding Sex Trafficking or other Sex Crimes.…
Read More »The City of Wichita announced the second round of the PROPEL (Providing Resources & Opportunities for Proprietors, Entrepreneurs & Lenders) Small Business Loan Fund today. The low-interest, short-term revolving loan program was initially…
Read More »WPD needs your help locating 81-year-old Larry Edwards. He was last seen in the area of 21st and Greenwich at approximately 12 p.m. He is driving a blue Ford Escape with veterans tag 47CPL. He is described as 5'9" tall, 180lbs, and bald.…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 39-year-old Justine Bell of Wichita as the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning. Shortly after 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, Wichita Police Department (WPD) officers were dispatched…
Read More »Wichita, KS -- Crime Stoppers of Wichita/Sedgwick County has reached a milestone, with more than one million dollars worth of drugs seized since the programs inception. Currently, approximately $1,007,262 worth of drugs have been taken off…
Read More »Wichita Police Department (WPD) officers were dispatched to a shot fired call in the 8200 block of E 33rd Ct South. Officers arrived and contacted a 31-year-old male and 29-year-old female, who advised they were home when they received an alert on…
Read More »Shortly after 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, Jan 9th, Wichita Police Department (WPD) officers were dispatched to a shooting call in the 2200 block of E. 12th street N. Upon arrival, they located a 39-year-old female with a single gunshot wound. She was…
Read More »On Friday, December 31st, 2021, WPD Officials were notified by the Clearwater Police Department (CPD) that they had arrested an off-duty Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officer on suspicion of driving under the influence. The officer, identified as…
Read More »Agenda Kellie Hogan, Chair & Shantel Westbrook, Vice-Chair I. Introductions and Announcements II. ACTION ITEM:Approval of Team Justice Minutes from the 12-3-21 Meeting III. Voting for 2022 Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary positions IV.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 27-year-old Bryce Johnston of Bel Aire, KS, on a first-degree murder charge. The arrest stems from the investigation of a stabbing incident that fatally injured 44-year-old Jayson Stalkup of Wichita…
Read More »Community and media partners, the City of Wichita regretfully announces the passing of Firefighter Joshua D. Bruggeman, a 17-year member of the Wichita Fire Department. Firefighter Bruggeman was hired by the Wichita Fire Department on April 10, 2004…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) is working with Wichita homeless pending the upcoming forecasted cold weather. The HOT works daily with Wichita homeless to provide services and opportunities for them to be safe and…
Read More »**UPDATE** - Jimmy has been located safe. WPD needs your assistance in locating 66-year-old Jimmy Dunkel. Jimmy is wheelchair-bound and dependent on medications for medical needs. Jimmy was last seen at approximately 3 p.m. on Saturday at his…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that injured two of its officers. At approximately 10:40 p.m. on Friday, officers responded to a business in the 4800 block of South Washington regarding a domestic violence incident…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the victim in Saturday’s fatality accident as 33-year-old Esbardo Chavez-Ruiz of Wichita. At approximately 4 p.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle accident in the area of Main and…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 36-year-old Raymond Clark of Wichita on attempted murder, aggravated assault, criminal threat, evade and elude, and child endangerment charges. The arrest stems from an incident in the 1600 block of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 37-year-old Brandon White of Wichita and 60-year-old Rayburn Langston of Wichita as the victims of a fatal accident that occurred Tuesday morning on Westbound Kellogg between Edwards and West…
Read More »(WICHITA, Kan.) - Crime Stoppers of Wichita – Sedgwick County has approved $2,600 in reward money for anonymous tipsters, whose information led to felony arrests in the month of November. The reward amounts were approved at the December 13th…
Read More »On Monday morning Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officer Joseph Spicuglia was booked into the Sedgwick County Jail on one count of stalking. WPD officials recently learned of Spicuglia possibly involved in a domestic violence incident with…
Read More »The EPA today announced that the City of Wichita has been selected to apply for financing through the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA). This financing could fund up to $181.1 million of the proposed $357 million estimated…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 43-year-old Marshall Green Jr. of Wichita on a charge of 2nd-degree murder. The arrest stems from the investigation of a shooting that fatally injured 45-year-old Monzell Brocks of Wichita on November…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 36-year-old Goldy L. Metcalf of Wichita for first-degree murder, aggravated battery, criminal deprivation of vehicle, two counts of criminal damage to property, criminal trespass, possession of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 55-year-old Tracey Crawford of Wichita as the victim of a fatal accident that occurred on Wednesday in the 1700 block of S. Rock Road. At approximately 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, WPD Officers…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 50-year-old Stephen Long of Seguin, Texas as the victim of a fatal injury that occurred early Wednesday morning. At approximately 2:00 a.m. WPD Officers responded to a disturbance call at Blu…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 13-year-old Waylon Treat of Wichita as the victim of a shooting that occurred in the 4300 block of S. Bernita Monday night. At approximately 6:00 p.m., WPD Officers were dispatched to the 4300…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 51-year-old James Thomas of Wichita on a charge of involuntary manslaughter. The arrest comes after an investigation into a disturbance in the 8300 block of E 32nd St N. On November 26th at…
Read More »On Tuesday, November 30, there is no City Council meeting. Wichita City Council Members are scheduled to attend the following: - Visit Wichita’s Annual Meeting at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov 30 via Zoom; - Mayor’s Media Briefing at 10:45…
Read More »Introductory Meeting (hybrid) Agenda Items: - Mass Swearing-In (City Clerk) - Introductions - Purpose of Board/Q&A - Next Steps - Public Comment When: December 1, 2021 at 6:00pm-7:00pm Where: City Hall, First Floor Boardroom, 455 N.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 27-year-old Jeffery Elam in connection to the aggravated battery incident that injured a 22-year-old female victim of Wichita. Elam was arrested for several active warrants. At approximately…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating an accident that fatally injured a 71-year-old male. At approximately 7:50 p.m. on Monday, officers responded to an injury accident call in the 1900 block of North Hillside involving a…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 28-year-old Charles Burnham of Wichita for 1st-degree murder. At approximately 12:50 a.m. on Nov 16th, officers responded to a shooting call at a home in the 2800 block of West Maple. Upon arrival,…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured 45-year-old Monzell Brocks of Wichita. At approximately 2:30 a.m. today, officers responded to a shooting call at the Denny’s, 4024 E. Harry. Upon…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 16-year-old Brandi Williams as the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday night. At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, WPD Officers responded to a shooting call in the 900 block of N…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 35-year-old Adam Quick of Andover, KS for theft after investigating a package being stolen from a porch of a home in East Wichita. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov 3rd, a female…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 22-year-old Braekwon Bennett is from Warsaw, Oklahoma as the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred Monday afternoon. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Monday, WPD Officers were dispatched to a…
Read More »October 29, 2021 – The Wichita Police Department Broadway Corridor Team and Bike Walk Wichita will distribute free bicycle lights at Orme and South Broadway (one block south of Kellogg) on Friday, November 5 and at Walgreens Community Pharmacy…
Read More »(Wichita, KS) In partnership with the City of Wichita, Community Connections Consulting Services, LLC invites those who live, work, or play in the city to a kickoff event scheduled for Thursday, November 18th at the Mid-America All-Indian Museum…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »Free Webinar on November 10 Invites Wichita Women to Learn About Leadership Opportunities The City of Wichita and United WE today announced a collaborative partnership to increase the number of women on local boards and commissions through the…
Read More »The City of Wichita on Oct 27th, announced Jesse R. Romo, A.A.E as the new Director of Airports for the City of Wichita. He is an Accredited Airport Executive and a member of the American Association of Airport Executives. His first day will be…
Read More »The City of Wichita has partnered with Qwally, developers of a software platform that helps cities support small businesses, to launch Workwith.Wichita.gov. The City will use the site to help local entrepreneurs as they start and grow their…
Read More »In honor of Election Day, on Tuesday, November 2, Wichita Transit will offer free bus rides on all traditional bus routes and paratransit service. Free rides are valid for everyone riding to or from polling locations as well as any other trip…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 21-year-old Desabian Williams as the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred Friday afternoon in the 600 block of S Eastern. Shortly before 4:00 p.m. on Friday, Wichita Police Officers were…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »21C063295 Aggravated Battery 2800 W. Maple 10-13-21 7:10 p.m. At approximately 7:10 p.m. on Tuesday, officers responded to a shooting call at a home in the 2800 block of West Maple. Upon arrival, officers located a…
Read More »The City remains under a boil advisory. Public Works and Utilities crews worked throughout the night to isolate repairs and gather water testing samples. Crews will be on 24 hour shifts until further notice. The City of Wichita Water Treatment…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 27-year-old Neriah Dilley of Wichita on charges of felony murder and child abuse. At approximately 3:05 p.m. on Saturday, officers responded to a home in the 800 block of South Mission regarding an…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »The suspect in the criminal homicide investigation at the Enigma Club, 23-year-old Keshawn Dawson was arrested today in Phoenix Arizona. He was wanted for murder and other charges, stemming from a shooting that fatally injured 34-year-old Preston…
Read More »The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Wichita public water supply system, located in Sedgwick County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure in the distribution…
Read More »The 2021 Excellence in Public Service Award winners have been honored in separate surprise announcements at their respective jobs. The six winners are: - Deputy Narciso Narvais, Defense Tactics Training Coordinator, Sedgwick County Sheriff’s…
Read More »The City remains under a boil advisory. Public Works and Utilities crews worked throughout the night to isolate repairs and gather water testing samples. Crews will be on 24 hour shifts until further notice. The City of Wichita Water Treatment…
Read More »Shortly before 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, Wichita Police Department (WPD) officers responded to a report of a possible school threat at Hadley Middle School. Students at the school reported seeing a post on Instagram that appeared to show someone…
Read More »Shortly after 8:00 p.m. on Monday October 4, 2021, Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officers responded to a call of a disturbance with a weapon in the area of 13th and Webb. Multiple 911 callers reported a female at Whole Foods acting strangely,…
Read More »Shortly after 1:00 a.m. on October 6, 2021, Wichita Police Department (WPD) officers responded to a shooting call in the 2500 block of S. Roosevelt. After arriving on scene, officers located a 31-year-old male with a severe injury to his hand.…
Read More »Shortly before 7:00 p.m. on Monday, Wichita Police Department (WPD) officers were dispatched to a shooting call in the 2500 block of E. Wilma. A 911 caller reported that a male suspect was smashing the windows of his home. When officers arrived on…
Read More »At approximately 2:00 a.m. Wichita Police Department (WPD) officers were dispatched to the QuikTrip at Central and Oliver for a call of a suicidal person. A clerk had called 911 from the QuikTrip to report that a female had come in to report her…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is requesting assistance from the community in locating 31-year-old Patricio Gomez who is wanted in connection with a shooting that fatally injured 42-year-old Michael Martinez of Wichita. If you know the…
Read More »Click here to View the District 3 Advisory Board Meeting Agenda for October 6, 2021
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION (MAPC) Oct 7, 2021 1:30 p.m. City Hall City Council Chambers 455 N. Main St 1st Floor Wichita, KS 67202 REMOTE TECHNOLOGY: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/651544141 …
Read More »The Wichita Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Weekfor more than 90 years to promote this year’s Fire Prevention WeekTM campaign,…
Read More »Call for Entry: Front Porch Transform local storefronts into creative destinations Downtown Wichita is currently seeking submissions for the Front Porch project, which will bring creatives and local business owners together to create outdoor…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is hosting a joint news conference tomorrow to discuss the successes of a recent collaborative effort to reduce violent crime in Wichita titled, “Operation Triple Beam.” The operation was…
Read More »Click here to View the Subdivision And Utility Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda for September 30,…
Read More »Kansas Honor Flight #84 is scheduled to return at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 28 at Eisenhower National Airport. The patriotic welcome home celebration will be held in the ballroom at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 2098 S. Airport Rd. Parking is…
Read More »60-year-old James Shaw has been released from an area hospital and has been booked into jail for 1st-degree murder and a warrant through the Kansas Department of corrections warrant, concerning the criminal homicide in the 100 block of North Glenn. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested two 17-year-old males and a 16-year-old male all on charges of 1st-degree murder and criminal discharge of a firearm into an occupied vehicle. One of the 17-year-olds was also arrested on a charge of…
Read More »On Tuesday, Sept 28 at 9:30 a.m., City Council will hold a regularly scheduled consent and an En Banc meeting in the board room at City Hall with topics including ARPA Funding Prioritization and Behavioral Health. The media and public may…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 60-year-old James Shaw of Wichita for 2nd-degree murder. At approximately 10:10 p.m. on Tuesday, officers responded to a shooting call at a home in the 100 block of North Glenn. Upon arrival,…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested a 17-year-old male and two 16-year-old males in reference to a shooting investigation in the 100 block of North Spruce. At approximately 12:20 p.m. today, officers responded to a shooting in…
Read More »Captain Duff will be available for an interview after his presentation to City Council. Please meet outside the city council chambers.
Read More »WPD needs your help locating 10-year-old runaway Jaydyn O'Quinn. At approximately 11 a.m. today, Jaydyn willfully left his home in the 600 block of South Courtleigh. He is described as 5'06" tall, medium build, and having short brown hair. He was…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) continues working to locate 23-year-old Keshawn Dawson who is wanted for murder and other charges, stemming from a shooting that fatally injured 34-year-old Preston Spencer and injured six others with…
Read More »Wichita, KS -- Crime Stoppers of Wichita – Sedgwick County has approved $2,500 in reward money for information that leads to the arrest of Keshawn Dawson, the suspect in the Enigma club shooting that killed one and injured several more. …
Read More »Crime Stoppers of Wichita – Sedgwick County has approved $550 in reward money for anonymous tipsters who helped solve various crimes during the month of August. The awards were approved at Monday’s Crime Stoppers board meeting. …
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 21-year-old Jesus Manzano-Legarda on charges of first-degree murder stemming from the investigation into the shooting death of 23-year-old Jaquez Carter on Wednesday. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting involving a QuikTrip security guard that injured a 23-year-old female early September 10, 2021 morning. Shortly after 2:00 a.m., WPD Officers were dispatched to a shooting at the…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured 23-year-old Jacquez Carter of Wichita. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to an injury accident at Harry and Washington regarding a…
Read More »WPD is working to locate the suspect in today's early morning shooting, 23-year-old Keshawn Dawson of Wichita. If you know his whereabouts or see him, please call 911 immediately. At approximately 12:40 a.m. on Sep 7th, officers responded…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured 34-year-old Preston Spencer of Wichita and injured five other females who sustained non-life-threatening injuries. At approximately 12:40 a.m. today,…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »A contingency of seven Wichita Fire Department firefighters will be deploying the afternoon of Saturday, September 4, to Louisiana to assist with the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. The Wichita Fire Department is responding to a call sent on…
Read More »Wichita - WPD needs your help identifying the pictured suspect in connection with a criminal homicide investigation. At approximately 2:15 a.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to a welfare check at Murdock and Waco. Upon arrival, officers…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 54-year-old Glen Moler of Wichita and he has been charged by the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s office on the following charges: - four counts of criminal use of a financial…
Read More »Kansas Honor Flight #81 is scheduled to return at 1:20 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 3 at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, 2277 Eisenhower Airport Pkwy. The public is invited to participate in a patriotic welcome home celebration. Parking will…
Read More »Golf Advisory CommitteeAgenda City Hall, Park & Recreation Conference Room, 11th Floor Thursday, September 2, 2021 | 4:00-5:00pm Item Description -Call to Order Eddie Fahnestock, Chair -Announcements RFP: Review panel…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is implementing the Strategic Engagement to Reduce Violence (SERV) Initiative, expressly aimed at reducing violent crime victimization among Wichita youth and young adults. SERV is a community policing…
Read More »City Council will not be meeting this Tuesday, August 31. Wichita City Council Members are scheduled to attend the following: -Habitat for Humanity Legislative Build at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug 31 at 1314 N. Lorraine; -Global Digital Logistics…
Read More »The 2021 Excellence in Public Service Award winners have been honored in separate surprise announcements at their respective jobs. The six winners are: -Deputy Narcisco Narvais, Defense Tactics Training Coordinator, Sedgwick County Sheriff’s…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the boy involved in an accidental death investigation as 8-year-old Lucas Kindrick. At approximately 7:20 p.m. on Friday, officers responded to a drowning call at a home in the 2200 block of West…
Read More »Agenda 1. Call to order: 2. Approval of Minutes for the August 5th, 2021 - Mechanical Board Meeting 3. Public Agenda: 4. Old Business: A. Proposed amendments to UBTC – Article V 5. New Business: A. 2024 IMC/ICC Code Hearings B.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 37-year-old Kenneth M. Ballinger of Derby as the victim of yesterday’s fatal hit and run. At approximately 11:30 p.m. yesterday, officers were dispatched to a fatal accident at the…
Read More »Kansas Honor Flights are returning this year after a one-year suspension due to COVID-19. There will be 10 flights beginning Wednesday, August 25. On the first flight will be two World War II veterans, eight Korean War veterans and 22 Vietnam War…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 34-year-old Latoya McCurn of Wichita on a charge of First Degree Murder. The arrest stems from a homicide that occurred on Tuesday in the 7800 block of East Harry. At approximately 4:30 pm on…
Read More »Arts Council Board Meeting August 19, 2021 12:00 p.m. City Arts, 334 N Mead St. Wichita, KS 67202 Join Zoom meeting, see agenda: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84077302451?pwd=cTBlZnRQVzhSZGRSaXVnbUJtT01mUT09 You may also dial in using your…
Read More »Wichita Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WAMPO) Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting August 23, 2021 10:00 A.M. 271 W. Third St, Suite 203, Wichita, KS 67202 REMOTE TECHNOLOGY:…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 42-year-old Marcello Ibarra of Wichita on charges of 2nd-degree murder, aggravated assault, criminal possession of a firearm, and an active warrant. The arrest stems from the investigation of a…
Read More »Wednesday, August 18, 2021 • 6:30 p.m. Evergreen Recreation Center • 2700 N. Woodland, Wichita, KS 67204 Facebook Live Order of Business Call to Order Public Agenda This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »The City of Wichita Park & Recreation department has installed a new nine-hole disc golf course at Evergreen Park, 2700 Woodland. The course was installed after a rising interest in the City’s disc golf courses. The disc golf course was…
Read More »Wichita, KS -- Crime Stoppers of Wichita – Sedgwick County has approved $900 in reward money for anonymous tipsters who helped solve various crimes during the month of July. The awards were approved at Monday’s Crime Stoppers board…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »Wichita Park & Recreation Public Pools will be extending their season until Labor Day or Monday, September 6. All pools, with the exception of Orchard, will be open until Sept. 6 with updated hours. Orchard Pool will close on Monday, August 16.…
Read More »Tyler Road will close to through traffic at Harry Street beginning Monday, August 9 and last for approximately two weeks. The closure will allow for replacement of an existing storm sewer pipe under Tyler. During the closure, through traffic…
Read More »Media and the public are invited to a 2022-23 proposed budget hearing during a special meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. today in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. The public is welcome to attend and provide input on next year’s…
Read More »Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W Museum Blvd., presents “A Golden Fleecing, or the Undermining of Miss Sarah Sweetflower,” a musical comedy production by Doc MacDougal’s Miraculous Melodramas for two weekends: August 5-7 and August…
Read More »During the August 3 City Council meeting, the Wichita City Council accepted a grant totaling $4 million aimed at working to improve health literacy, address health disparities and improve health outcomes among racial and ethnic minority and…
Read More »METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION (MAPC) August 5, 2021 1:30 p.m. City Hall City Council Chambers 455 N. Main St 1st Floor Wichita, KS 67202 REMOTE TECHNOLOGY: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/651544141 You can also…
Read More »METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING DEPARTMENT (MAPC) ADVANCED PLANS COMMITTEE August 5, 2021 10:30 a.m. The Ronald Reagan Building MAPC Conference Room 271 W Third St. 2nd Floor Wichita, KS 67202 Remote Technology:…
Read More »TEAM JUSTICE August 6, 2021 11:30 a.m. Juvenile Field Services 3803 E Harry, Suite 125 Wichita, KS 67218 Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83525116892?pwd=L25sOGIyOWFKTWZBK2ZpYXhsQktyUT09 You may also dial in using your…
Read More »District 6 (DAB) August 2, 2021 6:30 p.m. Evergreen Recreation Center 2700 N. Woodland Wichita 67204 Remote Technology, see agenda, https://www.facebook.com/wichitadistrict6 For more information:…
Read More »WICHITA AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD August 2, 2021 3:00 P.M. Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport Airport Administration Building, Board Room 2173 Air Cargo Road Wichita, KS 67209 Join Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/j/3223381200 …
Read More »21C046129 Aggravated Battery Central and Waco 07-30-21 11:40 p.m. At approximately 11:40 p.m. on Friday, officers responded to a shooting call at Central and Waco. Upon arrival, officers located a 38-year-old male that had been shot. He…
Read More »Wichita - WPD needs your help locating 72-year-old Larry Fager. He was last seen in the area of St. Francis Hospital shortly before noon and may be in need of medical assistance. He is described as 6’1”, 225lbs, hazel eyes, glasses,…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 20-year-old Andres Garza-Cabral of Wichita on three counts of aggravated battery, one count of aggravated assault, possession of marijuana, and transporting an open container. At…
Read More »Media Advisory Council Attendance City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public…
Read More »BOARD OF BUILDING CODE STANDARDS AND APPEALS (BCSA) August 2, 2021 1:00 P.M. The Ronald Reagan Building Third Floor Training Room #318 271 W. 3rd St. Wichita, KS 67202 Join Zoom…
Read More »District 5 August 2, 2021 6:30 P.M. FIRE STATION #21 2110 N. 135th St. W. Wichita, KS 67235 Virtual Technology https://zoom.us/j/93981703391?pwd=YldnL3BpMEREemEyK2lIRW9iV3dnZz09 Or dial in by phone: (312) 626-6799 Meeting ID 939…
Read More »District 3 August 4, 2021 6:30 P.M. WATER Center 101 E. Pawnee Wichita, KS 67211 https://zoom.us/j/97505957426?pwd=VXRMcDM4YlFIbVQ2TS94bGNOWFJFUT09 Or dial in by phone: (312) 626-6799 Meeting ID 975 0595 7426 Passcode 993873 For…
Read More »District 1 August 2, 2021 6:00 P.M. Atwater NRC 2755 E. 19th St. N. Wichita, KS 67214 Join via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY, see agenda. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83759533466?pwd=NzNZTVdYUkYrckdYSWZHZEdoQkRjUT09 Or dial in by phone: (312)…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department has arrested 20-year-old Tyler Kelly of Wichita on charges of first degree murder and aggravated assault. The charges stem from the shooting death of a 16-year-old male that occurred last Saturday in the 2600 block of N…
Read More »During its annual Day of the Cowboy celebration, Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W Museum Blvd., will host “The Vaqueros,” a presentation by Gene T. Chávez. At 12:15 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, the discussion will be part of…
Read More »On Tuesday, July 27 at 9:30 a.m., City Council will hold a regularly scheduled consent meeting and workshop in the board room at City Hall with topics including the Clapp Master Plan, KORA Ordinance and Social Justice Initiatives Report. The…
Read More »Wichita Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WAMPO) Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting July 26, 2021 10:00 A.M. 271 W. Third St, Suite 203 Wichita, KS 67202 REMOTE TECHNOLOGY: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/400817317 You…
Read More »Residents are encouraged to help select a name for the new community center under construction at the current Evergreen Branch Library, 2601 N. Arkansas. Earlier this year, residents had the opportunity to submit naming recommendations for the…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 21-year-old Jordan Williams of Wichita on a charge of involuntary manslaughter. At approximately 8 p.m. on Tuesday, officers responded to a shooting call at the apartment complex in the 500 block of…
Read More »The City Manager will present the 2022-2023 Proposed Budget and 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) at the City Council meeting at 9 a.m. on July 20, 2021. The documents are available online at www.wichita.gov. 2022-2023 Budget…
Read More »POLICE & FIRE RETIREMENT BOARD OF TRUSTEES July 28, 2021 1:00 P.M. (Immediately following Regular Board Meeting to begin at 1:00 P.M.) City Council Board Room First Floor, City Hall 455 N. Main St. Wichita, KS…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »Wichita, WPD needs your help in locating 77-year-old Ronnie Butler. He was last seen at approximately 6 p.m. at his home in the 5000 block of East 21st Street North on Friday. He is described as 5'10", 160lbs, and blue eyes. He was last seen…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested a 16-year-old male on a charge of felony murder, stemming from a shooting that fatally injured a 16-year-old male. At approximately 9:50 p.m. on Saturday, officers responded to a burglary in…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating five deaths stemming from a drug overdose as a possible cause or contributing factor to these deaths. Since July 5th, the Wichita Police Department has investigated five suspicious death…
Read More »Each year the Wichita Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WAMPO) coordinates an annual count of bicycle and pedestrian activity across 35 different locations throughout the region. The data collected during these counts is then used to…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 24-year-old Trexler Erxleben of Haysville and 24-year-old Noor Razzaq of Wichita on charges of aggravated kidnapping and criminal threat. At approximately 7:40 p.m. yesterday, officers were…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. …
Read More »The City of Wichita is implementing a new type of traffic signal to provide a safer, more efficient left turn for motorists. Flashing yellow arrows will begin debuting at new signalized intersections in Wichita. At signalized intersections,…
Read More »Two Daily Cases 21C040781 Aggravated Robbery 3000 E. Central 07-08-21 11:20 a.m. The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 64-year-old Veryl Crawford of Wichita on charges of aggravated robbery, aggravated battery,…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 57-year-old Ed Harrington of Sedgwick on charges of Stalking, Burglary to Auto, Theft, and Violation of a protection order. These charges stem from an investigation into alleged stalking. On May…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 22-year-old Samantha Russell of Wichita as the victim of a fatality accident that occurred on Tuesday. Just before 5 pm on Tuesday, WPD officers were dispatched to a disturbance with a gun at a…
Read More »Wichita Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WAMPO) Transportation Policy Body (TPB) July 13, 2021 3:00 P.M. WAMPO Office The Ronald Reagan Building 271 W. 3rd St, Ste. 203 Wichita, KS 67202 City Council…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 49-year-old Shay Prewitt of Wichita as the victim of a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning. At approximately 1:30 am, WPD officers were dispatched to a shooting call in the 2200 block of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 50-year-old David Butterworth of Wichita as the victim of a fatal motorcycle accident that occurred on Sunday. At approximately 11:30 pm on Sunday, officers were in the 37th and Rock Rd area when…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 26-year-old Andrew Jones of Wichita on charges of rape, aggravated sexual battery, aggravated assault, and criminal threat. These charges stem from an isolated series of sexual assaults that occurred…
Read More »On Wednesday, Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officers arrested 39-year-old Jermall Campbell of Wichita in connection to a criminal homicide investigation. At approximately 8:25 a.m. on June 20th, officers responded to a check residence call at a…
Read More »Below are the crime stats from July 1, 2021: YTD 2020 YTD 2021 Aggravated Assault 1360 1380 1% DV Related 528 547 4% F/A Discharged 130…
Read More »Wichita State University (WSU) will begin offering free PCR tests at Wichita Eisenhower Airport on Thursday, July 1. The tests will be conducted in the space under the mezzanine next to the Aviator’s Café. The simple, no-swab,…
Read More »On Tuesday, June 29, there is no City Council meeting. Wichita City Council Members are scheduled to attend the following: - WAMPO Transportation Advisory Committee at 10 a.m. Monday, Jun 28 in the 2nd Floor Suite 203, Ronald Reagan…
Read More »Beginning November 19, Allegiant Air will offer nonstop flights from Wichita Eisenhower Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). This will be year-round service with flights operating on Fridays and Mondays. The St.…
Read More »Victor White, A.A.E., Director of Airports at the Wichita Airport Authority, will retire at the end of June. His last day is Friday, June 25. The City of Wichita will conduct a national search for his replacement. Those interested may apply here. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday morning. At approximately 1:53 a.m., on Sunday, during the closing of Old Town, Officers responded to a shooting in the 100 Block of North Mead. Upon officer's…
Read More »Starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 25 through 7 p.m. Sunday, June 27, the exit ramps off US Hwy. 54/400 to Ridge Road is expected to be closed for pavement milling at night and asphalt paving operations during the day. For access to the…
Read More »With the family’s blessing and permission, The Honore Adversis Foundation will accept donations on behalf of the Wichita Police Department officer seriously injured in the line of duty last night. Please go to www.honorduringadversity.org…
Read More »On Wednesday, June 16th, afternoon Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officer Jonathan Ahumada was booked into the Sedgwick County Jail on charges of domestic battery, stalking, and criminal restraint. WPD officials recently learned of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 36-year-old Justin Galvan of Wichita on charges stemming from a recent police pursuit as well as for numerous warrants through Sedgwick County for Aggravated Weapons violations, possession of meth,…
Read More »At approximately 2 am on Tuesday, WPD Officers heard multiple shots near the area of the Patrol North substation. A 911 call was then dispatched regarding a shooting in the 1500 block of N. Chautauqua. As officers were en route to that location,…
Read More »Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officer Thomas Wallace was charged for one count of sexual exploitation of a child by the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s (DA) Office. The charging determination as to a second case involving an allegation…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 43-year-old Matthew Golden of Wichita as the victim of a fatal hit-and-run accident that occurred overnight Saturday night. At midnight on Saturday night, WPD Officers were in the area of 3400 S…
Read More »The City of Wichita celebrated the completion of the Harry St. Bridge Project with a ribbon cutting today. The five million dollar project significantly improved traffic, pedestrian and bicyclist safety by reconfiguring the bridge to three lanes of…
Read More »Wichita Public Library Board of Directors Meeting June 15, 2021 12:00 P.M. Advanced Learning Library 711 W 2nd St Wichita, KS 67203 Due to COVID-19 concerns, the meeting will be held using REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. To view: YouTube Wichita…
Read More »Board of Park Commissioners June 14, 2021 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Broadcast live on City of Wichita YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/wichitacity7). Public…
Read More »Wichita, WPD needs your help locating missing 53-year-old Darren Walker of Wichita. He was last seen on May 20th at his home in the 400 block of West Central. He is described as 5’10 tall, 175 pounds, green eyes and white hair. He was…
Read More »The Park & Ride lot at Wichita Eisenhower National Airport will reopen on Monday, June 28. This lot has been closed since April of last year due to the pandemic. Passenger volumes are now increasing enough to justify the reopening of the lot. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 23-year-old Christian Lehl of Wichita on charges of aggravated battery, criminal use of weapons, and outstanding warrants. At approximately 8 p.m. on Monday, officers responded to a…
Read More »METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION (MAPC) SUBDIVISION AND UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE June 10, 2021 9:30 A.M. City Hall City Council Chambers 1st floor 455 N. Main Wichita, KS 67202 Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting will be…
Read More »City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public services on the first floor. There is…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run that critically injured a 26-year-old female. At approximately 9:20 p.m. on Saturday, officers responded to a hit-and-run injury accident at Douglas and Greenwood. Upon…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 42-year-old Tamica Johnson on a charge of attempted first-degree murder, criminal damage to property, driving under the influence, and transporting an open container. At approximately 10:50…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 18-year-old Bricetin Wedel of Wichita on a charge of aggravated battery and two counts of hit and run, stemming from a hit and run investigation that critically injured a 26-year-old female. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a burglary of a detached garage on North Crestview Lake. Four WPD officers received minor injuries in the incident. At approximately 9:40 p.m. on Sunday, officers responded to a burglary in…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 20-year-old Jacob Caddell of Wichita for armed robbery stemming from a recent armed robbery investigation. Additionally, he was arrested on Tuesday for flee and elude and obstruct, stemming from an…
Read More »City Council Members May Attend. Meeting agenda and packet HERE 1. Welcome 2. Regular Business A. Approval of June 8, 2021 Agenda B. Approval of May 11, 2021 Meeting Minutes C. TPB Chairman’s Report i. Director’s Report…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 37-year-old James Hirsh of Wichita on three counts of aggravated assault and one count of aggravated criminal threat. At approximately 8:50 p.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to a disturbance…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 18-year-old David Clark of Wichita on two counts of rape and one count of aggravated sexual battery and 19-year-old Ethan Garrett of Wichita on one count of rape and one count of aggravated sexual…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 20-year-old Jacob Caddell of Wichita on charges of hit and run, flee and elude and obstruct. At approximately 7:40 p.m. on Wednesday, a WPD officer was traveling westbound on Kellogg WPD officer…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating an aggravated sexual assault and is requesting any information from the public. At approximately 2:10 p.m. on Tuesday, officers responded to a sexual assault report at 20th Street North…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 19-year-old Tayveon Franklin of Wichita for aggravated battery. At approximately 11:15 p.m. on Tuesday, officers responded to a shooting at a home in the 1100 block of West 55th Street South. Upon…
Read More »At approximately 11:20 p.m. on Monday, a WPD officer was patrolling through the apartment complex in the 8800 block of East Harry when he heard shouting. The officer located a 12-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to his hand and a 15-year-old boy…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 33-year-old Scott Cabrales of Wichita on charges of aggravated battery, driving under the influence, and no proof of insurance. The arrest stems from an injury accident that fatally injured…
Read More »CASE - 1: The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 32-year-old Michael Walker of Wichita for two counts of aggravated battery, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, driving with a suspected license, and driving on the right side…
Read More »Media Advisory Council Attendance City Council meetings are open for the public to attend and speak in person at meetings inside Council Chambers at City Hall, 455 N. Main. City Hall remains closed to the public other than for limited public…
Read More »METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION (MAPC) June 3, 2021 1:30 P.M. City Hall City Council Chambers 455 N. Main Wichita, KS 67202 NOTE: The Wichita-Sedgwick County Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meeting has been cancelled due to no…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 32-year-old Kasondra Mantey of Wichita as the victim of a fatal car accident that occurred Wednesday night. Just before midnight last night, WPD Officers were dispatched to a single-vehicle injury…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested a 16-year-old male and a 15-year-old male in connection to a shooting that injured another 15-year-old male on Wednesday afternoon. At approximately 4 pm Wednesday, WPD Officers responded to a…
Read More »Wichita, KS -- Honor365®, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, invites the public to attend an Honor Walk Ceremony on May 29, 2021, at, 10:00am, at Kansas Firefighters Museum (1300 South Broadway). The focus of the 1-hour program and walk is to…
Read More »At approximately 1:30 pm on Monday, Wichita Police Officers were dispatched to the 3100 block of S. Yale for reports of gunshots heard in the area. A Witness reported a vehicle leaving the area with adults and one child. That vehicle arrived at an…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Join Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85488732682?pwd=cDNGNy93NXlkOGlsVy9rOHM0aXVuZz09 You may also dial in using your phone: (312) 626-6799 Meeting…
Read More »On Tuesday, May 25 at 9:30 a.m., City Council will hold a regularly scheduled consent meeting and workshop in the board room at City Hall with topics including the Northwest Wichita Water Facility. The media and public may view the workshop…
Read More »The City of Wichita announced the creation of the PROPEL (Providing Resources & Opportunities for Proprietors, Entrepreneurs & Lenders) District 1 loan fund today. The low-interest, short-term revolving loan program is designed to make…
Read More »Wichita, KS -- WPD needs your assistance locating 26-year-old David Hogan, who is wanted in connection to two indecent exposure cases and for a warrant through the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC). At approximately 1:15 a.m. today, officers…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 19-year-old Shaniah Brown of Wichita and 19-year-old Trelon Woods of Wichita, both on two counts of aggravated battery and shooting into an occupied vehicle. At approximately 9:20 a.m. today,…
Read More »Wichita - WPD needs your assistance in locating 24-year-old Bennie Ward. He was last seen at his home in the 2700 block of South Seneca at approximately 1:30 a.m., and last seen wearing dark shorts and a white polo shirt with black stripes.…
Read More »21C029209 Aggravated Battery 2100 N. Ash 05-18-21 4:00 a.m. At approximately 4 a.m. today, officers responded to a shooting call in the 2100 block of North Ash. A calling party advised of a vehicle also leaving the area.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 34-year-old Joy Wilson of Wichita on a charge of first-degree murder stemming from a shooting that fatally injured her sister, 40-year-old Shawna Webb of Wichita. At approximately 5:20 a.m.…
Read More »The City of Wichita is closely reviewing revised Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 guidelines issued, Thursday, May 13, 2021, and is conferring with local officials, including the Sedgwick County Health Department, to…
Read More »We are thrilled to see all of the excitement leading up to tonight’s first Wichita Wind Surge game at Riverfront Stadium. In case you may find it useful, please find attached a map of parking available for tonight’s game. Please feel…
Read More »The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), announced the City of Wichita Park and Recreation Department as a finalist for the 2021 National Gold Medal…
Read More »At approximately 10:10 p.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to a shooting call at QuikTrip located at Murdock and Broadway. Upon arrival, officers located a 39-year-old male victim in an alleyway near the business with a gunshot wound to his…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 41-year-old Laroy West of Wichita on charges of attempted 1st-degree murder and criminal possession of a firearm stemming from a shooting on Wednesday that critically injured a 39-year-old male…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 18-year-old Fernando Recio of Wichita as the victim of a homicide that occurred overnight on Monday. Shortly before midnight on Monday night, Officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of South…
Read More »Wichita, KS -- On April 29th, the Wichita Police Department (WPD) and Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) issued 248 citations for traffic violations along Kellogg. The citations were issued as part of a special traffic enforcement effort conducted by both…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. DAB 5 will allow in person attendance. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 May…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) needs the community’s help in identifying suspects in Sunday’s shooting that fatally injured 17-year-old Erik Stokes of Wichita. Through the investigation, detectives have determined the two pictured…
Read More »On Tuesday, April 27 at 9:30 a.m., City Council will hold a regularly scheduled consent meeting and workshop in the board room at City Hall with topics including ICT-1, WPD focused deterrence strategy and a code of ethics discussion. The media…
Read More »Wichita Litter Study aims to help local leaders make decisions about how to reduce litter in Wichita Wichita, KS -- The Environmental Finance Center at Wichita State University is partnering with the Wichita City Council task force to conduct a…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 51-year-old Tyrone Inkelaar of Wichita on a charge of simple battery. At approximately 11:45 a.m. today, officers responded to an off-duty officer in trouble call at Kellogg and Meridian. Officers…
Read More »On Sunday, April 11, WPD responded to approximately 12 calls of drive-by's or shots being fired, and again on Sunday, April 18, during the same general time period and general area, WPD responded to approximately 17 to 18 calls of drive by's or…
Read More »WICHITA, Kan - Crime Stoppers of Wichita – Sedgwick County has approved more than $2,000 in rewards to be paid to anonymous tipsters for tips received in the months of February and March. At their April board meeting, Crime Stoppers board…
Read More »The Wichita police department (WPD) is investigating an aggravated battery incident involving two Wichita men, ages 29 and 34 At approximately 11:12 a.m. today, officers responded to a shooting call in the area of Kellogg and Meridian. Upon…
Read More »Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W. Museum Blvd., is launching a monthly Community Fair Day. From noon to 5 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month, Cowtown will host a free community fair featuring local artists and vendors. The inaugural event is on…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is continuing its partnership with businesses and residents along the Broadway corridor by hosting an upcoming neighborhood cleanup event. The “Brush Up Broadway” event will occur on Saturday, May 1st…
Read More »Wichita Police Department (WPD) staff are receiving awards from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) regarding an in-depth investigation of a serial shooter last year. Additionally, WPD, Wichita ATF Field Office, and…
Read More »At approximately 3:00 this morning, Wichita Police Department (WPD) officers responded to a shooting call in the 5100 block of E 2nd Street. Upon arrival, they located a 20-year-old male in the backyard of a home in the 200 block of North Battin.…
Read More »The Wichita City Council approved $100,000 for the continuation of the Water Conservation Rebate Program. The program encourages residents to purchase water-saving household devices by offering rebates in the form of a credit to their water account.…
Read More »At approximately 6:40 a.m. today, officers responded to an aggravated battery call at a home in the 400 block of North Glenn. Upon arrival, officers contacted a 29-year-old male who was injured. He was taken to an area hospital for treatment of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 25-year-old Eri Mendoza of Wichita on charges of aggravated assault, possession of methamphetamine, felon in possession of a firearm, criminal possession of an explosive device, criminal use of an…
Read More »At approximately 6 pm on Thursday, Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officers responded to a shooting call in the 2600 block of N Broadway. After arriving on scene, Officers located a 34-year-old male inside a business at the location with multiple…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. DAB 5 will allow in person attendance. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, April 5, 2021…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 62-year-old Ken Thomas of Wichita for two counts of aggravated battery. At approximately 10:35 p.m. on Friday, officers responded to a shooting in the 2300 block of North Broadway. Upon…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 63-year-old Ernest Coburn of Wichita on charges of aggravated battery, aggravated assault, and criminal damage to property. At approximately 8:50 p.m. on Saturday, officers responded to a…
Read More »City of Wichita officials want to remind residents that open burning in certain areas of the state, including Wichita, is restricted during the month of April. This burn ban is imposed in 16 counties by the State of Kansas through the entire month…
Read More »Following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, the City of Wichita continues to require employees and visitors to all City facilities, including individuals who have received a vaccination, to…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 29-year-old Kyle Eaton of Wichita as the victim of Tuesday's fatality accident at Pawnee and Mosley. At approximately 9 pm Tuesday, WPD Officers were dispatched to an injury accident at Pawnee and…
Read More »Brooks C&D Landfill will close today at 1 p.m. due to a wind advisory issued by the National Weather Service. Sustained high winds with gusts up to 50 mph or over are expected. Winds this strong can cause property damage and flying debris, and…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 31-year-old Charity Blackmon of Wichita on charges of 1st-degree murder. The arrest stems from a shooting investigation that fatally injured 54-year-old Merrill Rabus of Wichita. At approximately…
Read More »At approximately 11 pm on Tuesday, 46-year-old Michael Taylor of Ohio was booked into the Sedgwick County Adult Detention Facility on a Federal hold. His arrest stems from a multi-agency investigation involving the Wichita Police Department, Wichita…
Read More »At approximately 2 am this morning, WPD Officers attempted to stop a stolen vehicle in the area of 31st Street South and Broadway. The driver of the car refused to stop. During the pursuit, the suspect turned into a patrol car at the intersection…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 41-year-old Matthew McFarren of Wichita for Unlawful Voluntary Sexual Relations in violation of K.S.A. 21-5512. McFarren was a High School teacher at Trinity Academy. In March, WPD Officials…
Read More »Shortly before 9 pm Thursday, Wichita Police Department (WPD) Patrol East officers were dispatched to the 900 block of South Rock Road for a Domestic Violence call. A caller had reported her friend, a 37-year-old female, was being threatened by her…
Read More »At approximately 10 pm on Tuesday, Patrol West Officers responded to the 300 block on N Nevada for a Domestic Violence call. The caller had reported a disturbance inside a home in the area involving a weapon. After officers arrived, the victim was…
Read More »Victim Identified in Tuesday Night Accident The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 54-year-old Michelle Truong of Wichita as the victim of a fatal accident that occurred Tuesday night. At approximately 9 pm Tuesday, Officers responded…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating multiple incidents of theft from ATMs within the city. In addition, the WPD is asking for the public's help in identifying the individuals involved. At approximately 4 am on March 3, 2021, two…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) continues celebrating its 150th anniversary by creating an online store for citizens and employees to purchase commemorative shirts. The online store can be accessed by visiting the following link:…
Read More »The Wichita Public Library has partnered with K-State Research and Extension-Sedgwick County for the Spring Gardening Series at 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday evenings from March 25-April 22 online via Zoom. Registration is now open at…
Read More »Shortly before 10 pm on Tuesday, March 16th, Patrol South Officers responded to the 2600 block of S Topeka for a shooting call. A caller had reported that a female had been shot and had left the location in a vehicle. Officers stopped the vehicle…
Read More »Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) Meeting Agenda Wichita Marriott Ballroom 9100 E. Corporate Hills Drive, Wichita, KS Monday, March 22, 2021 11:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m. - Approve Minutes - 2021 Hotel Promotion - 2022 Scope of Services -…
Read More »Wichita City Council members selected Jared Cerullo to fill the District 3 City Council seat at the March 16 Council meeting. Cerullo will be sworn in at the Tuesday, March 23, 2021, City Council consent meeting. Cerullo will be the interim…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 32-year-old Arden Vanhorn of Wichita on charges of aggravated kidnapping, aggravated battery strangulation, aggravated battery other, two counts of aggravated sodomy, two counts of rape, obstruct,…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested a 42-year-old Robert J. Anderson III of Wichita for the following charges: - 19 counts to burglary; - Two counts of aggravated burglary; - Ten counts of attempted burglary; - 13…
Read More »Wichita Fire Department (WFD) officials are reminding residents to test their smoke alarms and install new batteries this weekend. The time will spring ahead one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 14. More than 66 percent of home fire deaths…
Read More »WPD needs your help locating 71-year-old Kay Weeks. She was last seen at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Thursday in the 1100 block of West 26th Street. She is described as 5'04", and 140lbs. She was wearing a cream-colored long sleeve shirt and brown…
Read More »WPS At Home continues this month as we focus on wellness. This month features a curated playlist focused on Biking. Click the links below to enjoy the music. This series is sponsored by Frye Regional Medical Center. WPS At Home | Biking Listen…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a sexual assault case. At approximately 10:00 a.m. on Mar 4th, officers were dispatched to a sexual assault case that occurred at 1500 block of West Pawnee. Upon arrival, officers…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 41-year-old James E. Brown of Wichita, and he has been charged by the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office on charges of attempted 2nd-degree murder, cruelty to animals, and aggravated…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) needs your help in locating 41-year-old James E. Brown of Wichita. He is wanted on charges stemming from an aggravated battery – domestic violence and animal cruelty investigation and a second aggravated…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 70-year-old Cheryl Sigle of Wichita, 72-year-old Dennis Sigle of Wichita and 25-year-old Isaiah Ragazzone as the victims of a fatal accident that occurred on Friday. On February 26, 2021 at…
Read More »During March, the City of Wichita Park & Recreation Department is scheduling prescribed fire maintenance in Chisholm Creek Park, 3228 N Oliver. Weather conditions will determine the exact dates of the prescribed burns. The prescribed fires will…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 46-year-old James Hathom of Wichita on charges of reckless aggravated battery, burglary, theft, criminal possession of a firearm, and possession of drug paraphernalia and 43-year-old Tiffany Vulgamore…
Read More »WPD needs your help locating 74-year-old Robert Whitfield. Robert was last seen leaving his residence in the 1900 block of North Keith Ct. in Wichita. He left around 10:30 this morning to go to his son's house but never arrived. Robert is…
Read More »Patrol East Community Policing is partnering with the Community Support Specialists to help Wichita kids in need. Items Needed: -New Socks -New Underwear -New/gently used shoes -New/gently used blankets CSS partners…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, March 1, 2021 6:00 P.M. Atwater…
Read More »On February 26, 2021 at approximately 3:05 PM Patrol South officers were dispatched to an injury collision in the intersection of S Meridian and I-235 in Wichita. Several calls were made to 911 regarding the collision, and one of those callers…
Read More »METROPOLITAN AREA BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT (MABCD) BOARD OF APPEALS OF REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING, WARM AIR HEATING AND BOILERS March 4th, 2021 - 9:00 a.m. MABCD – Third Floor Training Room The Ronald Reagan…
Read More »On February 24, 2021 at approximately 12:46 p.m. a citizen reported being groped and followed by an unknown male while walking into work in the 300 block of North Main in Wichita. Patrol South Officers responded to take the report, and they…
Read More »The City of Wichita is reopening City Hall, 455 N. Main, to the public to attend or speak at City Council meetings in the first floor City Council chambers beginning at the 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 2 City Council meeting. There will continue to be…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 22-year-old Deajuan C. Smith of Wichita on a charge of 1st degree murder. At approximately 4 a.m., Friday, Jan. 1, officers responded to a shooting at a home in the 2600 block of North Bullinger.…
Read More »In the interest of conserving energy, the City of Wichita is extending the closure of multiple public facilities through the end of day Thursday, February 18. The building shutdowns are a temporary and a precautionary measure that the City is…
Read More »Kansans struggling to cover rent and utility payments due to COVID may qualify for up to 12 months of emergency assistance thanks to new federal relief. The initiative, funded through the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations…
Read More »Ensuring the health, safety and security of the traveling public and airport workers is our top priority. Since the very beginning of the pandemic, Wichita Eisenhower National Airport has taken aggressive and proactive steps to limit the spread of…
Read More »The City of Wichita Planning Department is hosting three Facebook Live Town Hall events to gather feedback on the Wichita: Places for People plan. The events will take place on the City of Wichita Facebook page and cover the following topics: -…
Read More »TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (TBID) Wednesday, February 17, 2021 11:00 A.M – 12:00 P.M. Wichita Marriott Wichita Ballroom 9100 E Corporate Hills Drive Wichita, KS…
Read More »The District 3 Advisory Board conducted interviews for the interim District 3 City Council seat during a special meeting on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. The meeting was broadcast on the City of Wichita YouTube page. The District 3 Advisory Board…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 34-year-old Kevin Palmer of Wichita on a charge of felony murder. At approximately 12 p.m. on Saturday, officers responded to a call of a grey Ford Escape traveling westbound on Kellogg at Meridian…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the victim in Sunday’s fatal accident as 32-year-old Jared Browning of Wichita. At approximately 1:30 a.m., officers responded to a rollover crash at Central and Zoo Boulevard. Upon…
Read More »In observance of the upcoming President’s Day holiday, City of Wichita facilities will be closed and/or have special hours per below: Closed Saturday, Feb. 13: Mid-America All-Indian Museum. Closed Monday, Feb. 15: City Hall,…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested a 16-year-old male on a charge of felony murder, stemming from a shooting that fatally injured 14-year-old Jesus Fernandez of Wichita. WPD previously arrested a 17-year-old in the investigation. …
Read More »At approximately 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, officers responded to a shooting at a home in the 400 block of West Hazel Court. Upon arrival, officers located a 30-year-old female who had been shot. She was transported to an area hospital for medical…
Read More »Beginning today, residents are encouraged to nominate public service employees for the annual Excellence in Public Service Award. Now in its 33rd year, the award recognizes employees from the City of Wichita, Sedgwick County and Wichita Public…
Read More »On Friday, Feb 5th, afternoon Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officer Thomas Wallace was booked into the County Jail on two counts of misdemeanor stalking. WPD officials learned of Wallace possibly stalking a woman known to him, stemming from an…
Read More »The District 3 Advisory Board will conduct interviews for the interim District 3 City Council seat during a special meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, at City Hall, 455 N. Main, Wichita, KS 67202. Residents and media may watch the…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is searching for a suspect of an aggravated robbery incident. At approximately 5:30 p.m. Monday, officers responded to South Madison Avenue and East Skinner Street. Upon officers’ arrival, they contacted a…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 31-year-old Andrew Hastings of Wichita on charges of burglary, criminal possession of a weapon, criminal damage to property, and three city of Wichita outstanding warrants. WPD has also arrested…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has located 18-year-old Kaylah Blackmon and her grey 2005 Ford Escape. WPD previously alerted the public that Blackmon may be in danger and needing to find her Ford Escape after her 17-year-old boyfriend…
Read More »AGENDAMETROPOLITAN AREA BUILDING&CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT(MABCD) BOARD OF ELECTRICAL APPEALS Tuesday,February 9,2021 –3:00p.m. RONALD REAGAN BUILDING 271 W 3rdSt –3rdFLOOR LARGE CONFERENCE ROOM “A” -#318 WICHITA, KS…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 62-year-old Patrick Stramel of Wichita as the victim of a fatal accident Friday evening. At approximately 6:50 p.m. on Friday, officers responded to an injury accident at North Broadway Avenue and…
Read More »The City of Wichita, in partnership with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Foundation Tax-Aide, provides free tax preparation at the Wichita neighborhood resource centers each year from February-April. Assistance is by appointment…
Read More »On Sunday, January 31, the TSA issued a Security Directive to airport operators, aircraft operators and ground transportation providers. The directive is intended to implement the CDC mask order in accordance with the Executive Order on promoting…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the victim in Monday’s criminal homicide investigation as 17-year-old Michael Beasley of Wichita. Additionally, regarding this investigation, WPD needs help locating 18-year-old Kaylah…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, February 1, 2021 6:00 P.M. Atwater…
Read More »WICHITA, KS - A new, cashless exit from the Kansas Turnpike to US 54/Kellogg Avenue is scheduled to open during the morning on Monday, February 1, with a virtual celebration. The exit is another milestone for the East Kellogg improvement projects…
Read More »Wichita, KS -– The Fidelity Bank Foundation and TOP (The Opportunity Project) Early Learning Centers have partnered to offer 27 early childhood education scholarships. The scholarships have been established to assist parents who have lost…
Read More »The City of Wichita, along with project’s art consultant, Mulberry Creative, are encouraging Kansas-based artists to apply for a chance to work on the Chester I. Lewis Park redesign project. The park, named for the late prominent local…
Read More »City Council Members May Attend. Link to Agenda (online agenda contains hyperlinks to several meeting topics): https://bbf89d44-63a6-4b4b-9930-7f4178afa979.usrfiles.com/ugd/bbf89d_5674d6cb91074f358ae50fbeed613ac3.pdf Meeting Agenda: 1. Welcome …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the victim in Wednesday’s criminal homicide investigation as 34-year-old Michael Montgomery of Wichita. WPD previously arrested Montgomery’s cousin, 39-year-old Jason Payne, in…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a reckless aggravated battery incident that injured a 3-year-old male. At approximately 7:00 p.m., on Saturday, officers responded to a shooting at a residence in the 4900 block of East Harry.…
Read More »In observance of the upcoming Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, City of Wichita facilities will be closed and/or have special hours per below: Closed Saturday, Jan. 16: Mid-America All-Indian Museum. Closed Monday, Jan. 18: City Hall, neighborhood…
Read More »AGENDA COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS ADVISORY BOARD January 14, 2021 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Adult Residential/Work Release- 622 E. Central and via Zoom I. Introductions and Announcements II. Approval of Minutes from meeting December10, 2020 …
Read More »A public review and comment period is now open for the revised 2021 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). Comments will be accepted until Monday, February 8th at 5:00 PM . The UPWP lists and describes the planning activities that WAMPO and…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the victim in the fatal accident from this morning as 44-year-old John Eyster of Wichita. At approximately 12:20 a.m., on Jan 9th, officers contacted the suspect who was driving erratically in the…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/216708517 Join by phone: (646) 749-3122 Access code 216-708-517 Public comments or questions may be sent to lparker@wichita.gov…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Broadcast live on City of Wichita YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/wichitacity7). Public comments can be emailed to WichitaParkandRec@wichita.gov no later than Monday,…
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Read More »The Wichita Police Department has identified 26-year-old Sharrod Rollen of Wichita as the victim of a manslaughter investigation. At approximately 12:45 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to an assist EMS call at an apartment complex in the 1000…
Read More »Thursday, January 7, 2020 4:00-5:00 P.M. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions regarding Size of gatherings, the meeting will be held virtually and will be streaming live on the Wichita Public Golf Courses Facebook page. Item…
Read More »The City Council approved the Dr. Ronald W. Walters Branch Library as the name of the new District 3 Branch Library at the Tuesday, January 5 City Council meeting. The new location will open in early 2021 at 4195 E. Harry St. and will be the new…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department has arrested a 15-year-old male for aggravated robbery, a 14-year-old male for aggravated robbery and possession of marijuana, and a second 14-year-old male for aggravated robbery. At approximately 4:00 p.m.…
Read More »Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport has been nominated for the second year in a row for USA TODAY's 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel award for Best Small Airport. Voting is now open and runs for four weeks, ending on Monday,…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 18-year-old Noah Martin of Wichita on a charge of 2nd-degree murder and felon in possession of a firearm. Also arrested is a 16-year-old male on a charge of 2nd-degree murder. At approximately 12:05…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured 26-year-old Nicholas Sims of Wichita. At approximately 4 a.m. today, officers responded to a shooting at a home in the 2600 block of North Bullinger. Upon…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 46-year-old Richard Heffelman of Wichita on charges of flee and elude, criminal deprivation of property, possession of paraphernalia, and a U.S. Marshal’s Service warrant. At approximately 5:45…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, January 4, 2021 6:00 P.M. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the suspect in a criminal homicide and officer-involved-shooting investigation as 37-year-old Jason Williams of Wichita. At approximately 7:05 a.m. today, officers responded to a shooting at a home…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the victim in a fatality accident on Saturday as 27-year-old Derrick Pruett of Wichita. At approximately 10:40 p.m., officers responded to an injury accident at 21st and 127th Street East. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 26-year-old Eduardo Viurques of Wichita, and 28-year-old Boris Guzman-Mendoza of Wichita as the victims of a fatal accident on Dec 24th morning. At approximately 1:00 a.m., Dec 24th morning,…
Read More »Process for Filling a Wichita City Council Vacancy for Unexpired Term Step 1: ?At the first regular Council meeting following aresignation, the Mayor will announce the vacancy. ?The Mayor will announce that petitions by theprospectivecandidates…
Read More »At approximately 3:40 p.m. on Monday, officers responded to a bank robbery at the Golden Plains Credit Union, located at 9555 East Corporate Hills Drive. The suspect, 50-year-old Paul Peraza, entered the bank, walked behind the counter, and demanded…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department will join other Sedgwick County first responder agencies and the American Red Cross in a news conference at 10:00 a.m. Friday (12-18-20) in the Sedgwick County Commission Chambers to announce the kick-off of Battle of…
Read More »Crime Stoppers of Wichita –Sedgwick County approved an increased reward of $1,000 for an anonymous tipster this month. Because of law enforcement’s role in responding to the information and quickly actingon the information, a…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department has arrested 29-year-old Courtland Gire of Wichita on two counts of aggravated assault domestic violence (DV), one count of felon in possession of a firearm, and one count of aggravated weapons violation. At…
Read More »At approximately 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to a shooting at a home in the 1300 block of North Oliver. Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old male who had a gunshot wound to his upper body. He was taken to an area hospital…
Read More »POLICE & FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM OFWICHITA,KANSAS A meeting of the Police & Fire Retirement Board of Trustees’ Disability Screening Committeewill be held: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER16, 2020AT APPROXIMATELY 1:30 P.M. -Immediately Following…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) Domestic Intervention Violence Reduction Team (DIVRT) has arrested 28-year-old Johnny Washington of Wichita on five counts of aggravated robbery and one count of aggravated assault, stemming from robbery…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) needs your assistance locating 13-year-old Justin Michael Scott, who willfully ran away. He was last seen at approximately 7:30 p.m. in the area of Pinecrest and Harry. Justin was last seen wearing a blue…
Read More »The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office has charged 31-year-old Marco Carrillo-Fuentes of Wichita for 2nd Degree murder in the stabbing death of 32-year-old Rickey Mason of Wichita. At approximately 4:00 p.m. Sunday, officers responded…
Read More »Click here for MAPC Subdivision & Utility Advisory Committee Meeting Notice link! You can also dial in using your phone (571) 317-3112 Meeting ID: 651 544 141 The public can also participate through virtual connection site in-person by going…
Read More »MAYOR’S SMALL BUSINESS ADVISORY COUNCIL Friday, December 11, 2020 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. City Hall City Council Office 455 N. Main Wichita, KS 67202 Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. The meeting…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, December 7, 2020 6:00 P.M. Atwater…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that injured a 30-year-old male of Wichita. At approximately 4:30 a.m., December 2, officers responded to a shooting call at a residence in the 1800 block of South Main. Upon arrival,…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 36-year-old Donald Tucker, Jr. of Wichita as the victim of a traffic fatality Tuesday morning. At approximately 6:05 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft just occurred call in the 700…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, December 7, 2020 6:00 P.M. Atwater Neighborhood…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a stabbing that fatality injured 32-year-old Rickey Mason of Wichita. At approximately, 4:00 p.m., November 29, officers responded to a cutting at a residence in the 1000 block of South Richmond.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 50-year-old Kamilu Boyede of Wichita as the victim of a deadly shooting Wednesday. At approximately 11:00 a.m., officers responded to a check residence call in the 600 block of South Ida. A…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 48-year-old Diane Simmons of Wichita for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and 46-year-old Maurice Simmons of Wichita for aggravated domestic battery and a city of Wichita misdemeanor warrant. …
Read More »The City of Wichita, in collaboration with Continuum of Care, is providing funding to HumanKind Ministries to purchase the 316 Hotel located at 1011 Topeka Ave. Both public and private funds will help transform the property into studio apartments, a…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) wants to remind citizens to be on the alert for scams during the upcoming busy shopping season. November and December are busy holiday shopping months with everyone preparing for the holidays. The number of scams…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating an attempt to locate case involving 29-year-old Jeremy Cook of Wichita, and WPD is asking for the community's help with information on Cook’s whereabouts. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on…
Read More »Early this morning, the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) booked off-duty Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officer Cory Masterson into the Sedgwick County Jail on a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence. Masterson has been employed with WPD…
Read More »The National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) recently honored the City of Wichita with the 2020 Award of Excellence in Resident and Client Services for the Helping Youth Prepare for Employment (HYPE)/The Way to Work (TWTW)…
Read More »In observance of Thanksgiving Day, City of Wichita facilities will be closed and/or have special hours per below: CityArts will be open by appointment only Monday, Nov. 23 to Wednesday, Nov. 25 and closed Nov. 26-29. Closed Thursday, Nov. 26: City…
Read More »Wichita Police Foundation launches Random Acts of Kindness in response to WPD seeing a significant increase with people in need WICHITA, KS - The Wichita Police Foundation, a community based nonprofit organization, announced on Nov 20th the launch…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 20-year-old Davion Holloman of Wichita on charges of aggravated robbery, obstruct, and a warrant through the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC). At approximately 8:20 p.m. on Sunday, officers…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/890852397 You may also dial in using your phone: (669) 224-3412 Access Code: 890-852-397 City Council Members May…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 29-year-old Micah Fleming of Wichita on three counts of aggravated battery – domestic violence (DV), four counts of aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, one count of battery of a…
Read More »Update: The victim in Sunday’s criminal homicide has been identified as 59-year-old Bryan Turner of Wichita. The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 34-year-old Kenneth Junious of Wichita on a charge of 1st-degree murder and a…
Read More »On Nov 13th, Wichita Police Department (WPD) Detective Brent Huhman was charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct by the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s (DA) Office. WPD officials learned of an incident involving Detective Brent…
Read More »The Evergreen Neighborhood Resource Center and the Evergreen Branch Library, along with several community agencies, will combine services to form the Evergreen Community Center, located at 2601 N. Arkansas, currently home to the Evergreen Branch…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department is investigating a reported accidental shooting involving a 24-year-old male. On Sunday, November 1, at approximately 4:20 a.m., officers responded to a walk-in shooting call at Wesley Medical Center. …
Read More »Wichita Water Partners Supporting City of Wichita to Deliver State-of-the-Art Facility at Best Value Wichita, KS -- The Wichita City Council has voted unanimously to issue a full notice to proceed (FNTP) to Wichita Water Partners — led by…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Christopher Bell of Wichita. At approximately 4:00 p.m. Monday, Officers responded to a shooting at a residence in the 900 block of North Ridgewood. Upon…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department Broadway Corridor Team and Bike Walk Wichita will distribute free bicycle lights at Orme andSouth Broadway (one blocksouth of Kellogg) on Friday, November 6 and at Walgreens Community Pharmacy at 803 N Broadway(Murdock…
Read More »Starting from Nov 7th, Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple, members of the Wichita City Council and some City staff including City Manager Robert Layton are in quarantine for two weeks after Council Member Brandon Johnson tested positive for COVID-19. If…
Read More »WPD needs your help locating 66-year-old Adele Drake. She was last seen at approximately 9 p.m. on Wednesday in the 1200 block of West 29th Street South on foot. She is described as 5'01", 145lbs, with reddish-brown hair and brown eyes. She was also…
Read More »In a show of support to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, the City of Wichita is lighting City Hall, 455 N. Main, teal on Thursday, November 5. Light the World Teal is an annual program held in November as part of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 80-year-old James Kaminsky of Wichita as the victim of a fatal hit and run accident Tuesday. At approximately 6:15 p.m., officers responded to an injury accident in the 1600 block of North…
Read More »Due to concerns over rising COVID-19 numbers, beginning Wednesday, Nov. 4, the Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department (MABCD) will return to online only permit and license transactions. All MABCD services are available online. …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 26-year-old Maurice Hall of Garland, Texas on charges of first-degree murder, criminal possession of a firearm, and a misdemeanor warrant. With assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service, Hall…
Read More »The City of Wichita Division of Arts and Cultural Services is launching a public artist registry webpage, as a corollary for the Percent for Art Program. In 2019, the Wichita City Council approved an ordinance that allots 2% of Capital Improvement…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 26-year-old Dustin Arterburn of Wichita on charges of aggravated assault and disorderly conduct. At approximately 5:45 p.m. on Friday, officers responded to a disturbance with a weapon call at the…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating the report of a possible sexual assault involving multiple individuals. It was reported to have occurred on Aug. 10 at the Towne Place Suites, 9444 E. 29th Street North and WPD investigators are…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, November 2, 2020 6:00 P.M. Atwater…
Read More »In honor of Election Day, on Tuesday, November 3, Wichita Transit will offer free bus rides on all traditional bus routes and paratransit service. Free rides are valid for everyone riding to or from polling locations as well as any other trip during…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is requesting assistance from the community in locating 23-year-old Maurice Hall of Garland, Texas, who is wanted in connection to the shooting at the Stryker Sports Complex, 2999 N. Greenwich Rd. The shooting…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured 34-year-old Stephen Muriithi of Wichita. At approximately 2:15 a.m. today, officers responded to a shooting at an apartment complex in the 500 block of North Nims.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the victim of a fatal accident Wednesday as 14-year-old Aryana Lay of Wichita. At approximately 11:40 a.m., officers responded to an injury accident in the 1000 block of North Tyler Road. Upon…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 40-year-old Kenton Grubbs of Wichita on charges of attempted murder, aggravated kidnapping, and battery of a law enforcement officer. At approximately 1:05 a.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to an…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, November 2, 2020 6:00 P.M. Atwater…
Read More »The City of Wichita made a formal commitment to the National League of Cities City Innovation Ecosystem (CIE) Program at the conclusion of the 9th annual Mayors Conference on Entrepreneurship, a virtual conference held Sept. 17-18 by the Ewing…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department has arrested 33- year-old Lawrence Bailey of Wichita on charges of 1st-degree murder, aggravated kidnapping, aggravated battery, criminal possession of a firearm, stemming from a July criminal homicide investigation. …
Read More »The City of Wichita’s mask ordinance expires at midnight, Wednesday, Oct. 21. However, Wichita will continue to follow Sedgwick County’s Emergency Public Health Order which requires residents to continue to use masks in all public…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 30-year-old Deadrian Burns of Wichita on charges of attempted first-degree murder and aggravated battery. At approximately 11:30 p.m. Sunday, officers responded to an assault call at a residence in…
Read More »On Tuesday, Oct 20th evening Wichita Police Department (WPD) Officer Ryan Jones was booked into the County Jail on a charge of misdemeanor stalking. WPD officials learned Jones was possibly stalking a woman known to him and requested the…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 59-year-old Meredith Dowty of Wichita on a charge of criminal threat. WPD officials were alerted to threatening statements directed toward city of Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple. Officers and…
Read More »At approximately 4:50 p.m. on Oct 17th, officers responded to an accidental shooting at Towne East Mall, 7700 E. Kellogg. The investigation revealed a 28-year-old male was inside the mall and was carrying a handgun inside his waistband. The gun…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 26-year-old Charles Henderson II of Wichita on charges of aggravated battery, aggravated assault, criminal discharge of a firearm into an occupied vehicle, and an outstanding warrant. At…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 20-year-old Crawford Anderson of Wichita on a charge of aggravated robbery. At approximately 12:20 a.m., officers responded to a disturbance with a weapon call at a business in the 9400 block of East…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 37-year-old Todd Webber of Wichita on charges of burglary, theft, and possession of paraphernalia. Additionlly, 31-year-old Richard Crouch of Wichita has been arrested for burglary, theft, and…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 34-year-old Darrius J. Johnson of Wichita, on charges of rape and aggravated kidnapping. At approximately 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, Sept. 22, officers were dispatched to a sexual assault case in the 800…
Read More »A Wichita Police Department (WPD) K9 team has seized pounds of illegal drugs off the streets of Wichita in the past seven days. On Friday, the K9 team stopped a car at I-135 and 21st Street. Through the investigation of the stop, two cases and one…
Read More »Date: Thursday, October 8, 2020 at 1:30 P.M. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/751333133 You can also dial in using your phone (224) 501-3412 Access Code:…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 26-year-old Coleton Hess of Wichita for possession of a firearm by a felon and outstanding warrants, and 29-year-old Christopher Cervantes of Wichita on charges of obstruct, unlawful possession of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has launched a strangulation initiative awareness campaign as part of domestic violence awareness month. WPD’s mission is to support those who have been impacted by strangulation and to encourage…
Read More »The Wichita Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!” Fire Prevention Week runs October…
Read More »As many begin to plan for fall celebrations such as Halloween and Día de los Muertos, Sedgwick County Government and the City of Wichita want to encourage residents to adopt safe practices to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The Centers…
Read More »Mayor Brandon Whipple has signed a proclamation stating that the City of Wichita will recognize Monday, October 12 as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This holiday is celebrated across the United States and commemorates the shared history and culture…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. The meeting will be broadcast live on the City’s YouTube channel (available here: https://www.youtube.com/user/wichitacity7). When: Friday, October 2, 2020 from 9:00…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all meetings of the District Advisory Boards (DABs) will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Please see the link following each meeting notice to join. District 1 Monday, October 5, 2020 6:00 P.M. Atwater…
Read More »Wichita Fire Department (WFD) Chief Tammy Snow announces the promotion of Jose Ocadiz to Battalion Chief of the CRRD (Community Risk Reduction Division). Chief Ocadiz has been Captain in the Division since 2018 and has a total of 22 years of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a case involving an unknown suspect impersonating a police officer. A citizen reported at approximately 8 p.m. on Monday, being stopped by an unknown suspect in the area of MacArthur and…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD), in collaboration with Sedgwick County Juvenile Services, has created a WPD Juvenile Intervention Unit (JIU). This newly created unit consists of a WPD sergeant, two WPD detectives, and two juvenile…
Read More »The Wichita Fire Department has received a grant from the Department of Homeland Security for the 2020 Fiscal year totaling $63,217.01. The grant was awarded through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program – COVID-19 Supplemental…
Read More »Date and Time: Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 9:30 A.M. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/751333133 You can also dial in using your phone (224) 501-3412 Access Code:…
Read More »Date and Time: Thursday, October 1, 2020 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. Due to COVID-19 restrictions the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83862737565?pwd=RXA1MDA0SVAvdjV1L2tUTHlwU2ZiZz09 You may…
Read More »Date and Time: Monday, September 28, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/386875829 You may also dial in using your phone: (646) 749-3112 …
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 19-year-old Dominic Thomas of Wichita on charges of attempted murder and aggravated kidnapping. At approximately 10 p.m. on Monday, officers responded to an assault report at a home in the 3900 block…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department is investigating a criminal homicide that occurred this morning. At approximately 3:18 a.m., officers responded to a check shots call in the 500 block of North Edwards. Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 33-year-old Steven Evans of Wichita as the victim of a fatal accident Saturday morning. At approximately 2:45 a.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle injury accident in the 9600 block of West…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department has arrested 21-year-old Roberto Rodriguez of Wichita on charges of aggravated assault and criminal discharge of a firearm. At approximately 12:12 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to a shooting call at an apartment…
Read More »Wichita Police Department (WPD) Sergeant Maurice Mitchell has been charged with one count of misdemeanor battery by the City of Wichita Municipal Court. Mitchell was placed on unpaid administrative leave on Tuesday, pending the outcome of…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is launching “Second Chance Thursday,” a program providing an opportunity for citizens to quickly clear traffic warrants on their records without going through the Sedgwick County jail. This…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a sexual assault of a 32-year-old female victim. At approximately 12:00 a.m., Saturday, officers were dispatched to a burglary in progress call in the 700 block of South Pershing. Upon their…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured 22-year-old Christian Waters of Wichita. At approximately 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, officers responded to the shooting at a residence in the 1300 block of north…
Read More »The Wichita-Sedgwick County Metropolitan Area Planning Department (MAPD) is seeking community input via an online survey for the downtown streets conceptual plan, which will reconfigure downtown streets to be more car, bus, bike and pedestrian…
Read More »Every three years, the Wichita Airport Authority conducts an FAA-mandated Full-Scale Disaster Exercise. This year, the exercise will be held on Thursday, Sept.17, 2020 beginning at 9 a.m. The exercise will be held north of Highway K42, in between…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating two overnight fatal accidents. At approximately 8:50 p.m. on Saturday, officers responded to an injury accident at Kellogg and Main involving a blue 2005 Ducati motorcycle and a black 2004…
Read More »Date and Time: Thursday, September 17, 2020 12:00 P.M. Due to COVID-19 restrictions the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Join Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82159184791?pwd=UEVlSVk5NytPWmdicG5BbzZVQ09Xdz09 You may also dial…
Read More »Date and Time: Monday, September 14, 2020 at 6:30 P.M. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Join Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/j/3428315312?pwd=enlCMlNaU3Q0c2lGV3lEQmd5QWM0UT09 You may also dial in using…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. Members of the public can listen to the meeting by calling 316-462-9137. Conference ID: 582497969# City Council Members may…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested multiple individuals over the past three weeks, stemming from ongoing gambling investigations. Arrested are as follows: -49-year-old Arlando Trotter of Wichita – multiple counts of commercial…
Read More »Date and Time: Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 9:30 A.M. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/751333133 You can also dial in using your phone (224) 501-3412 Access Code:…
Read More »Date and Time: Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/373223069 You may also dial in using your phone (786) 535-3211 Access Code:…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. The meeting will be broadcast live on the City’s YouTube channel (available here: https://www.youtube.com/user/wichitacity7). Date and Time: Thursday, September 10,…
Read More »A Note From the Meeting Organizer: Safeguards are in place at Century II. The meeting will be held in Convention Hall to allow for social distancing. The area will be sanitized before and after the meeting. Masks are REQUIRED to attend the meeting.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 39-year-old Christopher Tucker of Wichita on charges of attempted murder, three counts of aggravated kidnapping, aggravated assault, aggravated domestic battery, threats, aggravated burglary,…
Read More »Wichita, we need your help locating missing 68-year-old Robert White. He was last seen at his home in the 1300 block of West 1st Street North on September 4 at approximately 5:15 a.m. Robert has been diagnosed with Alzheimers and dementia. He is…
Read More »COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS ADVISORY BOARD (CAB) When: Thursday, September 10, 2020 from 8:00 A.M. - 9:00 A.M. Adult Residential/Work Release 622 E. Central Wichita KS 67202 Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the public may view the meeting through REMOTE…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has announced the name for the department’s newest K-9 addition. “Boomer” was chosen for the 2-year-old golden retriever, who will be assigned to the Bomb Unit. In May of this year, WPD…
Read More »20C053942 Hit and Run 21st and Wellington 08-31-20 8:30 p.m. At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Monday, officers responded to a hit and run involving a pedestrian at 21st and Wellington. Upon arrival, officers located a 54-year-old female in the…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified 94-year-old Ralph Hunt of Wichita as the victim of a deadly collision on Saturday. At approximately 3:15 p.m., officers responded to an injury accident at West 17th Street and North West Street.…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department needs assistance locating 16-year-old Chelsie Demoura, who is considered an endangered runaway. Chelsie is a white female, 5’04”, and 215 lbs. She was last seen wearing a blue and grey tank top, blue jean…
Read More »We appreciate the thoughtful consideration of District Court Judge Commer on this matter. Regardless of this decision, the Wichita City Council is committed to giving citizens a voice about the future of Century II and the Central Public Library and…
Read More »Date and Time: Thursday, September 3, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. Agenda 1. Call to order: 2. Approval of Minutes for the August 6th, 2020 - Mechanical Board Meeting 3. Public Agenda: 4. New Business: A. IAPMO Flex Testing 5. Old Business: A. Dynamic…
Read More »The City of Wichita is engaged in preliminary discussions with First Tee Greater Wichita on a community-based initiative to assume day-to-day operations, maintenance and fiscal management services for Golf Wichita. The goal of these discussions and…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. The meeting will be broadcast live on the City’s YouTube channel (available here: https://www.youtube.com/user/wichitacity7). City Council Members may attend. Date…
Read More »MABCD BOARD OF APPEALS PLUMBERS AND GAS FITTERS Date and Time: Wednesday, August 26, 2020 9:00 A.M. The Ronald Reagan Building 3rd Floor Conference Room 271 W. Third Wichita, KS 67202 Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the MAPC meeting will be held…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) was alerted of an email scam involving LinkedIn that claims to be from the City of Wichita Mayor’s Office. WPD officials were alerted to a supposed message LinkedIn message sent to a citizen stating that…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a shooting that fatally injured a 23-year-old female. At approximately 9:20 p.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to a shooting at a business in the 900 block of North Grove. At approximately…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. To participate, contact Pam Beim at 316-269-4715 for further information. City Council Members may attend. Date and Time: Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at 1:00…
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this meeting is held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/751333133 You can also dial in using your phone (224) 501-3412 Access Code: 751-333-133 The public can also participate through virtual…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has arrested 25-year-old Donovan Harrington of Wichita on charges of 2nd-degree murder, criminal possession of a firearm, and a Kansas Department of Corrections parole warrant. Harrington was arrested Tuesday…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) is investigating a criminal homicide that fatality injured a 42-year-old Wichita woman. At approximately 11:00 p.m., Saturday, officers responded to a shooting at a residence in the 600 block of West 25th St…
Read More »The Wichita Police Department (WPD) has identified the victim of this morning’s shooting as 27-year-old Miguel Tapia of Wichita. At approximately 7:30 a.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 600 block of South Armour Drive. …
Read More »Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting will be held via REMOTE TECHNOLOGY https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/201174437 You may also dial in using your phone: (872) 240-3412 Access Code: 201-174-437 City Council Members May…
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