The 2023 “point-in-time” count recorded 702 unhoused Wichitans. Most are unaccompanied white males over the age of 25, but all demographic groups are affected.
A Surge in Fake Pain Pills Is Fueling a Deadly Epidemic Among Wichita’s Teens
The DEA says 60% of fake Percocet pills contain enough fentanyl to cause accidental death. Teens are leading a community response to the crisis.
The DEA says 60% of fake Percocet pills contain enough fentanyl to cause accidental death. Teens are leading a community response to the crisis.
Half of Retirees Downsize Their Homes. What Should They Consider?
The task of getting rid of a lifetime of accumulations “is like having another job,” one retiree said. Experts suggest allowing one to five years for the process.
The task of getting rid of a lifetime of accumulations “is like having another job,” one retiree said. Experts suggest allowing one to five years for the process.
‘Storm of Addiction’ Part 2: Sober and Ready To Fight
In the second installment of a story looking at the human impact of fentanyl overdose, Ashley Alexander wants to see more done to prevent and prosecute fentanyl-related deaths after her fiance dies.
In the second installment of a story looking at the human impact of fentanyl overdose, Ashley Alexander wants to see more done to prevent and prosecute fentanyl-related deaths after her fiance dies.
How a Kansas Woman Emerged From the Storm of Addiction to Fight Fentanyl
Ashley Alexander spent life engulfed by addiction. She and her fiance struggled to get clean before fentanyl took his life. Now she’s fighting to save others.
Ashley Alexander spent life engulfed by addiction. She and her fiance struggled to get clean before fentanyl took his life. Now she’s fighting to save others.
Wichita’s Homeless Population Grows to Highest Number in 12 Years
The 2023 “point-in-time” count recorded 702 unhoused Wichitans. Most are unaccompanied white males over the age of 25, but all demographic groups are affected.
The 2023 “point-in-time” count recorded 702 unhoused Wichitans. Most are unaccompanied white males over the age of 25, but all demographic groups are affected.
Defying a “Gang List” Label to Find His Voice and Lend It to Others
A spoken word artist and book author, Desmond Bryant-White defied forces pulling him down.
A spoken word artist and book author, Desmond Bryant-White defied forces pulling him down.
‘I’m Just So Angry’: Wichitans Feel State Neglected to Warn Them of Danger
A Kansas agency in 2003 created a plan to inform a predominantly Black neighborhood in Wichita about toxic groundwater in their community. It failed to follow through on several key aspects.
A Kansas agency in 2003 created a plan to inform a predominantly Black neighborhood in Wichita about toxic groundwater in their community. It failed to follow through on several key aspects.
In Freezing Temperatures, Volunteers Help Count Wichita’s Homeless Population
Every year, volunteers and workers with United Way of the Plains’ Continuum of Care survey unhoused people in a single day. This is how they do it.
Every year, volunteers and workers with United Way of the Plains’ Continuum of Care survey unhoused people in a single day. This is how they do it.
Beyond Payday Loans: What Other Options Exist When You Need Financial Help?
Consumer advocates say there are better ways to deal with household emergencies. Wichita nonprofits and banks are teaming up to help.
Consumer advocates say there are better ways to deal with household emergencies. Wichita nonprofits and banks are teaming up to help.
Kansas Legislature Asked to Focus On Life-and-Death Issues
When the Kansas Legislature returns in January, some people want lawmakers to focus on preventing deaths from gun violence, overdose, DUIs and excessive force by police.
When the Kansas Legislature returns in January, some people want lawmakers to focus on preventing deaths from gun violence, overdose, DUIs and excessive force by police.
Surviving the Winter Without Shelter: What It’s Like for One Wichita Couple
Denise and Richard Dodd live next to the river in a tent made from tarps. They say difficult circumstances make this their best option.
Denise and Richard Dodd live next to the river in a tent made from tarps. They say difficult circumstances make this their best option.
Want to Read a Banned Book? Here Are Books That Have Been Recently Challenged in the Wichita Area
Why these books specifically?
Why these books specifically?
“I’ve Spent $5,000 on My Classroom in a Year”: Wichita Group Steps up To Fight Out-of-Pocket Costs for Teachers
The Wichita Teachers Wishlists group on Facebook lets teachers request classroom items not provided by their employer.
The Wichita Teachers Wishlists group on Facebook lets teachers request classroom items not provided by their employer.
Drug Overdose Deaths Caused by Fentanyl Are Skyrocketing in Wichita. Here’s What You Need To Know.
Fentanyl was detected in more than half of all overdose deaths in sedgwick county in 2021. Community leaders are working together to address the problem.
Fentanyl was detected in more than half of all overdose deaths in sedgwick county in 2021. Community leaders are working together to address the problem.
‘Don’t Treat Them Different’: One Formerly Homeless Wichitan on What the City Needs
J.W. Harris moved into the studios last october, a new apartment complex for people who formerly experienced homelessness.
J.W. Harris moved into the studios last october, a new apartment complex for people who formerly experienced homelessness.