Daily editionWednesday, January 1st, 2025

Good morning, Wichita.

The Daily Wichita Team

Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

Community

The Wichita community rallies behind a barbecue restaurant owner, who is hospitalized with severe health issues, through a GoFundMe campaign to cover medical costs.
FOX KansasRead more
Sedgwick County introduces a non-emergency line for New Year's Eve to ensure 911 remains available for true emergencies.
KWCHRead more
The Wichita Police Department emphasizes the importance of safety by monitoring for impaired driving on New Year's Eve and recommends using designated drivers or ride-sharing options.
KNSSRead more

Wichita police increase patrols on New Year’s Eve to deter impaired driving, highlighting the night's high risk and economic impacts of DUIs.
KWCHRead more
Sedgwick County Commission Chair Ryan Baty highlighted a year of achievements focusing on community health and stability, with improved government services staffing, and a future focus on reducing property taxes.
KNSSRead more
Kansas legislators aim to further reduce property taxes in 2025 following a substantial cut in 2024, despite concerns from Governor Laura Kelly about state financial sustainability.
The BeaconRead more

The newly opened ramp from northbound Interstate 235 to Kansas Highway 96 was temporarily closed due to fallen scaffolding caused by high winds but has since reopened.
KSNRead more