Topeka

Kansas House Approves Bill Empowering Topeka to Inspect Subsidized Housing Units

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Kansas House Approves Bill Empowering Topeka to Inspect Subsidized Housing Units

In response to alarming conditions at Timberlee Apartments in Topeka, the Kansas House has passed House Bill 2099, granting the city authority to inspect federally subsidized housing units. This legislative move aims to safeguard tenant welfare and ensure compliance with housing standards. Background: Timberlee Apartments Controversy Timberlee Apartments became a focal point after reports of … Read more

Topeka Man Accused in Jan. 6 Capitol Attack Seeks Approval to Attend Trump’s Inauguration

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Topeka Man Accused in Jan. 6 Capitol Attack Seeks Approval to Attend Trump’s Inauguration

A Topeka resident facing charges for obstructing officers during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot has petitioned a federal court for permission to attend President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration. William Pope, acting as his own legal counsel in the U.S. District Court for Washington, D.C., submitted his plea on Dec. 28, citing hopes of receiving … Read more

New Police Chief Deliberates on Future Policy Directions

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In November 2024, the City of Topeka announced the appointment of Chris Vallejo as the new Chief of Police, following a comprehensive national search. Vallejo, a seasoned law enforcement professional with 30 years of experience from the Austin Police Department in Texas, is set to assume his role in January 2025. His selection reflects Topeka’s … Read more