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• Possible tornado struck northern Riley County east of Riley on June 4, damaging five structures and causing widespread tree debris.
• Emergency...

A Manhattan driver received a citation for failing to yield at a stop sign after striking a bicyclist, leaving the cyclist with minor injuries. The incident at North Juliette and Leavenworth underscores continued traffic enforcement in the area.

Leiszler Oil Company was listed as the victim of $77,046.84 check fraud after an unknown suspect altered and cashed a check in Manhattan. RCPD took the report on June 4 in the 8200 block of South Port Drive.

Wendell Gregory, the Oklahoma State transfer rush end, could deliver an enormous impact on Kansas State's defense this season. K-State needs the newcomer to make a major difference in the pass rush.

Hot today with highs in the 80s-90s and elevated heat indexes, followed by scattered showers tonight and widespread thunderstorms Sunday bringing 0.5-2 inches of rain. Stay prepared for the stormy weekend.

Breaking News

• 🔥 Possible Tornado Damage: A possible tornado on June 4 damaged five structures in northern Riley County east of the City of...

K-State's 2026 roster is gaining promising young talent on defense and in the backfield.

• Defensive tackle Kingston Hall arrives as a highly rated...

Severe weather hit Riley County Thursday evening with reports of a possible tornado east of the City of Riley.

• Outdoor sirens sounded in...

Scott Charles Marchand, 48, was arrested June 3 on a probation violation warrant tied to multiple drug and weapons offenses, including several...

Casey Alexander's Belmont teams posted 166-60 with at least 20 wins yearly despite transfer-portal losses that make sustained mid-major success...

Riley County police reports reveal an ongoing pattern of arrests for serious offenses in Manhattan.

• Teen arrested for aggravated battery stemming...

• 6-1 vote approves ban on using or accessing phones and other devices all school day on district property
• Students must keep devices turned off and...

Kansas State Wildcats surge in Big 12 championship odds, with Collin Klein and Scott Frost fueling the contender narrative. Local Manhattan fans have plenty to celebrate as the hype builds.

Riley County commissioners heard that regulating data centers won't be simple, as expert Oleg Alba stressed there's no silver bullet or ready-made...

Manhattan City Commission approved alcohol sales at two public events Tuesday, despite Commissioner Jim Morrison's opposition.

• Alcohol allowed at...

Scott Charles Marchand, 48, remains jailed on a $1 million bond following his Wednesday arrest for a probation violation linked to prior drug crimes....

Crime and Public Safety

• 🔥 Riley County Police June 2 Report: Riley County Police released its daily report detailing arrests including Kevin...

Riley County Police released their daily report detailing three arrests across Manhattan and nearby areas.

• Kevin Michael Harbaugh, 44, was arrested...

Multiple local outlets report the same high-profile arrest, underscoring serious community safety concerns.

• Luke Maurice Johnson Sr., 63, of Ogden,...

Assistant coach Kerron Johnson highlights fierce guard battles ahead for the 2026-27 K-State squad under new head coach Casey Alexander.

• Mix of...