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WSU basketball coach Paul Mills affirmed Kenyon Giles remains eligible to play and expects him to have an expanded role in upcoming home games.

Wichita city officials told residents at Chapin Park that the encampment must be cleared by Oct.

12 as police and fire departments have raised safety concerns + 16 residents have received housing vouchers while some express frustration over the short notice.

Guy Schroeder, Wichita State University police chief with 46 years of law enforcement experience, is retiring at the end of fall.

He improved campus safety with updated tech + built strong community ties and now plans to enjoy fishing, riding his Harley, and spending time with family.

The Lincoln Leopards are off to a 3-0 start in 8-man football and chase their first state title for their small hometown (pop.

1,100). The team set historic records last season and is aiming to make more history this year.

Stingray Cove at Sedgwick County Zoo ends on Nov.

1 as its five-year contract with Living Exhibits wraps up and the stingrays move to new locations; the zoo offers half-price admission from Oct. 30.

Truckers in the region face record-high diesel prices after one driver paid $660 for 100 gallons while an economist warned rates may remain high for at least a year + impacting trucking, farming and public transit.

Students at East High are collecting gently worn or new shoes to fund SkillsUSA competitions and to later help micro-entrepreneurs in developing countries.

Donations will be accepted until the end of November at the school.

Kenyon Giles is allowed to rejoin Wichita State's basketball team after a review, so he will play in upcoming games.

His return is set to boost the team in a fresh boost of spirit.