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Wichita News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Wichita News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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  • Wichita: Wichita ties annual tornado record with historic storm activity | June 16

    Wichita: Wichita ties annual tornado record with historic storm activity | June 16
    Jun 16 2026
    Wichita tied a record with over 50 tornado touchdowns in 2026, linked to warm spring temperatures, while the city council moved to classify certain car thefts as felonies. A local business raised $625,000 to help a Wichita woman in need, and Wichita’s aviation industry received a $100 million tax break for Boeing and manufacturers.
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    2 mins
  • Wichita: Shooting Victim Dies in Downtown Wichita, Police Investigate | June 15

    Wichita: Shooting Victim Dies in Downtown Wichita, Police Investigate | June 15
    Jun 15 2026
    Wichita police confirm a downtown shooting victim has died, while a northwest crash leaves two injured, one critically. A deepfake video is fueling controversy in the Oklahoma governor race, prompting Kansas lawmakers to address legal gaps.
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    1 min
  • Wichita: Severe storms cause damage and power outages in the KC metro area. | June 14

    Wichita: Severe storms cause damage and power outages in the KC metro area. | June 14
    Jun 14 2026
    Wichita officials are investigating multiple car break-ins involving stolen firearms as part of a growing trend, while a third suburb proposes new duplex zoning rules to address housing demand. A tornado and severe storms caused widespread damage and power outages in the KC metro, with emergency crews still assessing the impact.
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    1 min
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