Good morning. It’s time to catch up on the latest news in Wichita, Kansas. Union Pacific Railroad has filed a motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit related to a chemical spill in Wichita, claiming that their negligence led to a loss of property value for residents affected by the spill. Meanwhile, the Wichita Police and Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office have established a new Advanced Law Enforcement Response Team (ALERT) to investigate critical incidents involving officers or deputies.

And nonprofits have until Feb. 2 to apply for grants aimed at improving education in Wichita’s 67214 ZIP code, with summer programs focusing on getting young students on track and engaging parents in the literacy process. Stay informed with these top stories as you begin your day.

Union Pacific Files Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit over 29th and Grove Spill

Union Pacific Railroad has filed a motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit related to […]

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New Team Will Investigate Officer-Involved Critical Incidents

Wichita Police and Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office team up to establish Advanced Law Enforcement Response […]

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New Grants to Focus on Closing 67214’s Educational Gap 

Nonprofits in Wichita’s 67214 ZIP code have until February 2 to apply for grants to […]

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PUT THESE EVENTS ON YOUR CALENADAR

Tue., Dec. 19, 6:30 – 7 pm: Family Pajama Storytime, Angelou Library, 3051 E. 21st St. Join us for stories and songs before bedtime. Don’t forget to dress in your jammies and bring along your favorite stuffed toy for snuggles and fun! For children ages 3-8 and their families. FREE

Wed. Dec 20, 6 -8 pm:  Christmas Fun Night.  The Center, 1914 E 11th. Join us for an evening of games, music, food, prizes and Santa.

Wed., Dec. 20, 7:30 pm: Uche Nikki – Live. The Artichoke Sandwich Bar, 811 N Broadway. Join us for a pint and a sandwich. A restaurant by day and a bar by night. Great live music.

Thu., Dec. 21, 6:30-10:45 pm: Candlelight: Holiday Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More, Kansas Aviation Museum, 3350 S. George Washington Blvd. Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Wichita. Get your tickets now to discover music inspired by the winter and holiday spirit at the Kansas Aviation Museum under the gentle glow of candlelight. COST $31.18 https://feverup.com/m/141390

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