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What Topeka ordinances say about noisy neighbors, barking dogs and loud music
When barking dogs or blaring music disturb their peace, Topekans can remedy that by reporting it. The city can then address the problem and cite the noisemaker in connection with violating any of various ordinances listed in Article II of Section 9.45 of city code. To submit a noise complaint, call the Topeka Police Department at 785-368-9551, according to the city's website. Residents being kept awake by barking dogs might be glad to know that city code 9.45.330 bans "the keeping or harboring of any animal which by causing frequent or long continued noise shall disturb the comfort or repose of any persons in the vicinity." City animal control officers don't respond to barking dog calls, the city's website says. "Topeka Police Officers respond to these complaints under the noise violation ordinance," it says. City code 9.45.190 bans the use or operation of any device that produces or amplifies sound in a manner that disturbs the peace, quiet and comfort of others between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. For a violation to occur, the sound must be "audible at a distance of 50 feet from the premises, building structure or vehicle in which the device is located,' the ordinance says. Construction-wise, the city bans between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. 'the erection (including excavation), demolition, exterior alteration or exterior repair of any building or exterior construction project.' It prohibits the operation between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. 'of any pile driver, steam shovel, pneumatic hammer, derrick, steam or electric hoist or other appliance, the use of which is attended by loud or unusual noise.' The city's rules call for its officials, in determining whether a noise ordinance has been violated, to take into account: The volume of the noise. The intensity of the noise. Whether the nature of the noise is usual or unusual. Whether the origin of the noise is natural or unnatural. The volume and intensity of the background noise, if any. The proximity of the noise to residences. The nature and zoning of the area within which the noise emanates. The density of the inhabitation of the area within which the noise emanates. The time of day or night the noise occurs. The duration of the noise. Whether the noise is recurrent, intermittent or constant. And whether the noise is produced by a commercial or noncommercial activity. Shawnee County has considerably less-restrictive rules governing its unincorporated areas than the city does regarding noise. The county's rules ban noise from the discharge, explosion or use of any fireworks is except from 8 a.m. to midnight on June 27 to July 4. They also prohibit "the keeping or harboring of any canine which by causing frequent or long continued noise shall disturb the comfort or repose of any persons in the vicinity." Commissioners put the county's rules in place about 20 years ago, removing numerous requirements from the initial version of the proposal involved after residents said one reason they moved to rural areas was so they could have the freedom to make noise. Contact Tim Hrenchir at threnchir@ or 785-213-5934. This article originally appeared on Topeka Capital-Journal: Topeka ordinances spell out remedies for barking dogs and loud music
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13-06-2025
- Automotive
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Topeka police working car vs. bike crash
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Police Department is working the scene of a bike vs. car crash Friday morning. 27 News reached out to Washburn University Police, who confirmed that a vehicle vs. bike crash happened at the 17th and Washburn intersection. Washburn Police said the Topeka Police Department was working the crash. Police were at the scene as of 8:50 a.m. AG Kobach rejects Gov. Kelly's requests to join funding lawsuits The map shows minor traffic disruptions at the Southwest Washburn Avenue and Southwest 17th Street intersection. More information will be provided as it becomes available. For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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09-06-2025
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Woman charged in connection to deadly car vs. home crash in Topeka
Context: Video aired Aug. 2, 2024. TOPEKA (KSNT) – Prosecutors have charged 22-year-old woman in connection with a deadly crash that killed a Topeka man last year. Shawnee County Department of Corrections booking reports show the Topeka Police Department arrested Hailey Christine Pelton on Thursday, June 5. According to court documents, police issued a warrant for Pelton nearly a year after the Aug. 2 2024 crash that killed Troy L. Fields, 36, of Topeka. Fields died after he was ejected from the vehicle when it crashed into a home at Southwest Huntoon and Southwest Plass Avenue. According to court documents from a separate wrongful death settlement, Pelton was driving when the crash happened. The plaintiff in the case alleged Pelton caused the crash through negligence and carelessness. The plaintiffs and State Farm, on behalf of Pelton, reached an undisclosed settlement in the case. According to court records, the insurance policy had a $100,000 per person bodily injury limit. Big Red One sending troops to D.C. Birthday Parade Pelton is charged with: Involuntary manslaughter, DUI Driving under the influence, first offense Racing on the highway Failure to maintain a single lane Pelton remains in jail on a $250,000 bond. Her next court appearance is set for June 12. For more crime news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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06-06-2025
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29-year-old Topeka man identified as homicide victim
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Law enforcement has released the identity of the city's latest homicide victim after a deadly shooting in downtown Topeka Tuesday night. The Topeka Police Department (TPD) issued an update on June 6 reporting the homicide victim was Ian A. Mwaniki, 29, of Topeka. An investigation into his death is ongoing. Police were called around 7:50 p.m. on June 3 to the 700 block of Southwest Western after reports of gunshots in the nearby area. Officers responding to the call found one person at the scene, later identified as Mwaniki, with life-threatening injuries who was later declared dead by medical personnel. Driver caught speeding 114 miles per hour in Topeka The Topeka Police Department is investigating this as the city's eighth homicide case for 2025. Police have yet to say if an arrest has been made in this case. People who have information to share with police regarding this situation are encouraged to send an email to telltpd@ or call 785-368-9400. You can send anonymous tips to Shawnee County Crime Stoppers at 785-234-0007 or by clicking here. 'In the end, justice was served': Dana Chandler sentenced to life in prison for 2002 killings For more crime news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Follow Matthew Self on X (Twitter): Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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04-06-2025
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Murder charge filed after death of 35-year-old Topeka man
Context: The above video initially aired on June 1, 2025. TOPEKA (KSNT) – Prosecutors have filed a charge against a local man accused of killing a Topekan in 2022. Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay announced on this week that his office is charging Kayden M. Smith, 22, of Topeka with murder in the second degree. This comes after police arrested him for the second time in connection to the death of 35-year-old Dustin Clayton in 2022. Topeka Police Department (TPD) officers were called around 11:15 p.m. on Friday, April 22, 2022 to the 500 block of Southwest Lane regarding reports of a shooting. Officers arriving at the scene found Clayton dead from a gunshot wound. 'A part of my soul was stolen from me': Emotions run high as Dana Chandler is sentenced in 2002 double-murder case The TPD later arrested Smith in connection to Clayton's death on a charge of first-degree murder in 2022. Officers would arrest him for the second time on a charge of second-degree murder on June 2, 2025 For more crime news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Follow Matthew Self on X (Twitter): Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.