Good morning, Wichita.

Stryker Sports Complex reopened with temporary barriers after a deadly crash that killed Nicholas Schafer (35) and Cole Adrian (6); city staff is researching permanent safety measures while a vigil is set for 6:30 p.m. today.

Buckets Ca Phe won Wichita’s Most Liked Coffee Shop title after a month-long social media contest that pitted it against 31 competitors.

Voters chose it in a close 24-hour final against Coffee Daze at its 4100 E. Harry location.

Wichita celebrates Día de los Muertos this week with events at several venues.

Today at Fugate Gymnasium the event runs 6 to 9 p.m., while Nomar International Market (Oct. 24) and Botanica (Oct. 25) host live music, food and activities; an altar from Oct. 14 honors departed loved ones.

Wichita State University is breaking ground on its new tennis complex today on campus.

The facility will boost athletic programs and serve student athletes and local tennis fans.

A new guide lists Halloween events for adults starting Oct.

23, featuring costume contests, themed bar parties & specialty runs through Oct. 31. Check details for locations like 1st St. N and E. Douglas Ave to enjoy a spooky weekend.

Family-friendly pumpkin patches across Wichita offer seasonal fun with corn mazes, rides & animal encounters.

Many spots, from Applejack Pumpkin Patch to Woody's Family Farm, are open this fall for visitors seeking autumn activities.

Eureka Downs will host Kansas' first horse races in 16 years over three weekends through early November while new track upgrades, including PVC safety railing and an updated video board, aim to boost the local economy (with prize money up to $30,000 for first-time winners).

At Big 12 Media Days in Kansas City Tuesday, Kansas Jayhawks confirmed Bill Self will return as coach for the 2026-27 season with standout freshman Tyron Stokes leading the team.

The program announced local players and new transfer Trey Kaufman-Renn (per recent updates) as the season nears.