A woman gives identification of a suspect, who is possibly connected to an alleged shooting that occurred at her house.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Saturday, August 2nd at around 9:00 pm, a 21-year old woman reported the front window at her house had been 'shattered' in the 300 block of E. Wilson. She reported this to SPD when arriving back home, after she was gone for the day. 

Reportedly, there were several bullet holes outside and inside the home.

When officers arrived to the scene, they interviewed neighbors and indications were made about hearing sounds of 'fireworks or a car backfiring' at about 12:30 am that same day. The neighbors also reported about possibly hearing 4-8 shots being fired.

Nobody was inside the home when the incident occurred.&nbsp;

The woman gave identification of a possible suspect. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Woman ID's suspect who is possibly tied to an alleged shooting at her home 

Salina Police are actively searching for suspect(s), who are connected to an alleged burglary that occurred at a convenience store.&nbsp;

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Saturday, August 2nd at around 7:00 am, employees of the Rods 5 convenience store (680 S. Phillips Ave.) reported of an alleged burglary that occurred. Before the report to SPD, employees arrived to the store and noticed the front door was 'shattered.'&nbsp;

Employees stated between midnight - 7:00 am the burglary happened. They reported that an unknown suspect(s) stole an undetermined amount of vape products, which was estimated to be $500 - $1,000.

SPD are currently investigating the incident and are actively searching for surveillance video.

SPD searching for suspect(s) connected to an alleged convenience store burglary 

Over $1200 of work tools were reportedly stolen from a home that was under a remodel.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Friday, August 1st at around noon, a 53-year old man reported an alleged burglary occurred at his home on the 600 block of E. Iron. He reported to police that between the dates of July 30th at 2:30 pm and August 1st at 11:30 am, unknown suspect(s) entered into his home (which was under a remodel) and stole several DeWalt tools.

SPD stated the the tools that were stolen included, cordless drills, angle grinder, circular saw and tool batteries. The loss was estimated to be over $1,200.

No suspect(s) were identified at this time and the investigation is ongoing.&nbsp;

Unknown suspect(s) allegedly steal over $1,200 of work tools from a home, investigation ongoing

The City of Salina is cracking down closer on hiring a new city manager.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, July 30th, <a href="https://www.salina-ks.gov/salina-city-commission">Salina Commissioners</a> and staff met to discuss the final hiring process for a new city manager. During that meeting, Human Resources Director Natalie Fischer, Commissioners and a hiring consultant each discussed how the process will play in full from&nbsp;Monday, August 11 - Tuesday, August 12.

According to Fischer, on Monday the city manager finalists will go on community and city focused tours throughout the day. Then from 5:30 - 7:30 pm&nbsp;that same day, there will be a public meet &amp; greet, which is a great opportunity for the public to interact and spark conversations with each of the finalists.

*The location of the meet &amp; greet is to be determined and will be announced soon.*

The next day on Tuesday will be a closed, final interview conducted by the Commissioners with each of the finalists.

Jacob Wood is the current interim city manager who took over for Mike Schrage on February 7, 2025. Schrage resigned during the December 23, 2024 meeting to accept a similar position in Warrensburg, Missouri.&nbsp;

Salina Post will provide updates once received.

City of Salina getting closer to hiring a new city manager, meet & greet next week

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Monitor local weather updates frequently in multiple ways by listening to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/nwr/">NOAA Weather Radio</a>, checking local news and emergency notifications. You can also stay informed by following Saline County and the National Weather Service on social media.

Three day weather forecast Salina, August 4 - August 6

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Salina Post accepts all obituaries&nbsp;free of charge&nbsp;and you can email all obituaries:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@salinapost.com">admin@salinapost.com</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:nicolas.fierro@eaglemedia.com">nicolas.fierro@eaglemedia.com</a>&nbsp;and will be posted on the website within 24 business hours.

Recent obituaries and service times

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Criminal Damage to Property; Value Unknown

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Domestic Battery: rude physical contact

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit

Saline County Jail Bookings, August 4

Abilene Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau

ABILENE - The Abilene Kansas History GeoTour, launched by Visit Abilene Kansas at the end of March, is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about geocaching destinations in the Midwest. 

In just three months, nearly 300 geocachers from 24 states&nbsp;have completed the GeoTour, which leads visitors on a GPS-guided treasure hunt through Abilene’s most iconic historical sites and attractions.

Part of the official <a href="http://Geocaching.com">Geocaching.com</a> GeoTour&nbsp;network, the tour features 12 geocaches&nbsp;placed throughout the community at destinations such as the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, the World’s Largest Belt Buckle, and local gems like historic cemeteries, the Abilene &amp; Smoky Valley Railroad, and downtown Abilene.

Participants who complete the tour and passport receive a special Abilene geocoin—a coveted memento in the geocaching community.

“The GeoTour is a creative way to share our community’s history with travelers in a fun, interactive, and always-open format,”&nbsp;said Julie Roller Weeks, Director of the Abilene Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau. “It’s been especially exciting to hear how many visitors are choosing to stop in Abilene specifically because of it.”

Feedback from geocachers showcases Abilene’s growing reputation as a must-stop destination:

According to self-reported data submitted through completed GeoTour passports, the initiative has generated an estimated 450 room nights and nearly $50,000 in direct visitor spending. While some duplication may exist from group visits, the quantifiable responses highlight the GeoTour’s strong tourism impact. 

Participants frequently cited visits to Midwest Creamery, Seelye Mansion, and public art displays&nbsp;as unexpected highlights of their time in town. Several guests noted staying overnight and taking extra time to explore local shops, photograph quirky roadside attractions, and enjoy the charming character of Abilene’s neighborhoods and streetscapes—all sparked by the invitation of the GeoTour.

As Kansas’ only full-city GeoTour, the Abilene experience is “always open,” self-guided, and accessible year-round. The CVB hopes to continue the tour through 2026, supporting national travel initiatives including America 250&nbsp;and the FIFA World Cup.

To start your treasure-hunting adventure in Abilene, visit:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.abilenekansas.org/geotour">www.abilenekansas.org/geotour</a>

Abilene drawing visitors across the world with GeoTour

The Saline County Sheriff's Office has released Salina's Most Wanted list for August 2025. According to the Saline Co. Sheriff's Office, the current total of arrests is&nbsp;3,912.

All photos provided are courtesy of the Saline County Sheriff's Office.&nbsp;

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV / Poss. Opiate / Agg. False Impersonation

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony / Theft

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony BV / Poss. Opiate / Poss. Para.

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV / Poss. Opiate

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony / Theft of Firearm / Theft of Property/Services

NAME: Carson, Christopher Brian&nbsp;

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony FTA / Criminal Threat / Aggravated Assault

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV / Criminal Threat / Agg. Domestic Battery

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV Aggravated Battery / Battery on LEO / Interference w/LEO / Aggravated Intimidation of a witness / Reckless Driving

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony Bond Violation / Poss. Opiate / Poss. Para.

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony / Agg. Battery / Agg. Intimidation of Victim / Witness

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV / Agg. Domestic Battery

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV / Agg. Domestic Batt.

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony FTA / Poss. Opiate / Poss. MJ / Poss. Para.

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony Att Distribution of Methamphetamine / Paraphernalia / Possess Hydrocodone / Possess Marijuana / Use of cell phone in Felony / No drug tax stamp

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony Forgery / Att. Forgery / Theft / Att. Theft

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony FTA Att. Kidnapping / Agg. Assault

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV / Forgery / Att. Theft of Prop.

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony FTA / Criminal Threat / Battery

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV / Forgery / Theft of Prop. Or Services

NAME: Peterson, Gauge&nbsp;Michaels

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony BV / Flee or Attempt to Elude LEO

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Felony PV / Making False Info.

Saline County Sheriff's Office Most Wanted — August 2025

SALINE COUNTY — Small earthquakes shook central Kansas on over the weekend.

Just before 4:30p.m. Saturday, a quake measuring a magnitude 3.4 rattled portions of rural Saline County approximately 4.3 miles east of Assaria, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.&nbsp; A 2.7 magnitude quake shook the same area a short time later.

Just after 5:35p.m. Sunday the USGS reported a 3.3 magnitude quake approximately 4 miles southeast of Assaria.

There are no reports of damage and no calls about the quakes, according to the Saline County Sheriff's office.

USGS reports more earthquakes in Saline County

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs; Misdemeanor; Improper driving on laned roadway; License carried/exhibited; Possess. of firearm while under the influence

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs Unknown severity

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Failure to appear

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs; Misdemeanor; Possess. of firearm while under the influence

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Probation Violation

NAME:&nbsp;Rodriguez Monreal, Antonio De Jesus

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Operate a MV w/o a valid license

Saline County Jail Bookings, August 3

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Three day weather forecast Salina, August 1 - August 3

Three day weather forecast Salina

The US National Weather Service has announced the heat indices around the central Kansas region for Monday.

According to the US National Weather Service, heat index values during the afternoon and early evening for Monday and Tuesday, July 29th are expected to be in the 102 to 109 degree range. Salina is expected to reach a heat index of 106 for Monday, and 105 for Tuesday.

The US National Weather Service advises everyone to be sure to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity during the afternoon hours.

Heat indices expected to reach over 100 in Central Kansas

3-day weather forecast Salina

Salina will be under a 'Flood Watch' that takes into effect Thursday evening and into Friday, July 25.

According to the US National Weather Service, on Thursday Salina has been a issued a 'Flood Watch' for this evening. Reportedly, heavy rainfall is expected to develop into the afternoon and becoming more widespread overnight, with rainfall rates of 2 to 4 inches per hour possible.

Be aware on the roads as 'Flash Flooding' is likely, according to the US National Weather Service.&nbsp;The highest flooding risk period will occur from late this afternoon through Friday morning.&nbsp;If water begins rising near your location,&nbsp;immediately seek higher ground. 

Saline County Emergency Management states that the main concerns are low water crossings and low-lying areas, where it's difficult to see the shoulder of the road. Drivers should exercise extreme caution, especially in areas known to flood frequently.

Saline County Emergency Management has listed the flood stages for certain areas:

Mulberry Creek near Salina:&nbsp;Forecasted to crest above flood stage at 24.75 feet overnight. Exercise extreme caution around waterways and low-lying areas.

Smoky Hill River near Mentor:&nbsp;Expected crest at 17.87 feet, nearing moderate flood levels. Avoid areas prone to flooding.

Smoky Hill River near New Cambria:&nbsp;Projected crest at 23.59 feet tonight, causing minor flooding. Monitor conditions and be prepared to move to higher ground.

Everyone is encouraged to stay alert and monitor weather conditions closely.

'Flood Watch' issued in Salina for Thursday evening, heavy rainfall expected in the afternoon

Another round of storms are anticipated to occur on Wednesday evening, after the flooding from Monday evening.

According to the US National Weather Service (Wichita, KS), a round of storms are anticipated for Wednesday evening with the best chances occurring across central Kansas. Reportedly, the strongest storms may produce wind gusts near 60 mph and heavy rainfall.

Salina is depicted to have a 30-60% chance of storms for Wednesday night.

Another round of storms anticipated for Wednesday evening across Central Kansas

LINCOLN COUNTY &amp; SALINE COUNTY - The US National Weather Service (Wichita, KS) has issued a flash flood warning for northern Lincoln County until late Monday evening.

According to the US National Weather Service (Wichita, KS), north Lincoln County is under a flash flood warning until 11:45 pm. Reportedly, radar is estimating 4 to 6 inches of rainfall across northern Lincoln county between Barnard and Lincoln.&nbsp;The storms are nearly stationary with more heavy rainfall likely.

The US National Weather Service stated this flash flood warning is a "very dangerous flooding situation" and to not drive in flooded areas. They are advising people to report any&nbsp;flooding problems to local officials.

According to the US National Weather Service, northwest Saline County is under a "high risk" of flash flooding,&nbsp;especially near the town of Glendale with slow moving thunderstorms producing 4 to 5 inches of rainfall.

Saline County Emergency Management advises people in the Saline County area to stay home during this flash flood warning. Saline County Emergency Management has stated the following:

Avoid low-lying areas and roads near creeks or ditches.

Keep headlights on and drive slowly if travel is absolutely necessary.&nbsp;

Please do not risk your safety or the safety of emergency responders.

Flash flood warning issued for northern Lincoln County and high risk for northwest Saline County

SEDGWICK COUNTY —One person died in a two-vehicle accident that occurred just before 6p.m. Saturday in Sedgwick County.

&nbsp;Wichita Police reported a vehicle was southbound on Greenwich Road and turned eastbound onto Zebra Street where it collided with a motorcycle driven by 32-year-old Terrin D. Bradfield of Wichita. First responders found Bradfield in critical condition. He was transported to a local hospital,&nbsp;where he was later pronounced deceased.

The Wichita Police Department's Critical Accident Team was activated. The accident remains under investigation. Police released no additional details Monday morning.

Police: Kansas motorcyclist killed after struck by a car

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a theft from the Farmer's Market in Manhattan.

Just before 10a.m. on Friday, officers filed a report for theft in the 200 block of Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley Police Department activity report.. 

The Downtown Farmer’s Market of Manhattan reported a 46-year-old woman took money. The estimated total loss with this case is approximately $6,000.&nbsp; The RCPD released no additional details.

Police: Woman accused of theft of cash from Farmer's Market

SHERMAN COUNTY —The city of Goodland will honor first responders who worked the multi-vehicle crash that killed 8 people last winter.

On March 14, a devastating 71-vehicle accident along Interstate 70 unfolded during a sudden and blinding dust storm, a tragic day that tested the strength of our first responders like never before, the Goodland Police Department shared on their social media page.

"At significant personal risk, law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMTs, and dispatchers responded without hesitation, navigating chaos, debris, and limited visibility to save lives, render aid, and bring order to unimaginable devastation."

"On August 23, at 7:00 PM, we will gather at the High School Auditorium 1209 Cherry in Goodland, for the First Responder Awards Ceremony, a moment to honor the courage and professionalism shown that day, and to recognize the profound emotional burden experienced by those who answered the call."

"Their heroism reminds us of the deep humanity behind the badge and the profound courage it takes to serve when everything else is falling apart. The public is welcome and encouraged to join us."

First responders to deadly I-70 multi-vehicle crash will be honored

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas man involved in a&nbsp;deadly shooting&nbsp; rampage in Wichita last fall was sentenced on Friday.

Judge Tyler Roush sentenced&nbsp;Jose A. Acosta, 33,&nbsp;to over 50 years in prison,&nbsp;according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

In May Acosta pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, aggravated robbery, criminal discharge of a firearm, attempted aggravated robbery, two counts of aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, criminal possession of a firearm, and two counts of battery.

Sedgwick County Sheriff Jeff Easter&nbsp; listed the violent incidents involving Acosta on November 22, 2024.

At 8:52 PM, Wichita Police officers were dispatched to a reported robbery involving a firearm in the 1400 block of North Otis. The suspect, identified as 33-year-old Jose Antonio Acosta, pistol whipped one individual and pointed the gun at another, stealing their bicycle.

At 8:56 PM, as Acosta walked away from the robbery, he fired multiple shots into a residence in the 1400 block of North Otis. The homeowner narrowly avoided being shot, but the gunfire struck their dog.

At 9:16 PM, another victim reported an attempted carjacking that occurred near 16th&nbsp;and Broadway. Acosta allegedly struck the vehicle's window with a gun before firing several rounds at the car as the driver fled. Evidence of gunfire, including damage to the vehicle’s back window, was confirmed.

At 9:20 PM, officers investigating the area heard gunshots south of 13th and Broadway. It was determined that Acosta had engaged in a confrontation with an unidentified man at 11th and Broadway, firing multiple rounds. Detectives are actively seeking this individual.

Around the same time, Acosta confronted a woman across the street at a convenience store. Following a verbal altercation, he fired several shots at her. Fortunately, she was not injured.

At 9:26 PM, two WPD officers located Acosta near 11th and Broadway next to the stolen bicycle. After repeated commands to surrender, Acosta attempted to draw his firearm, hindered by an extended magazine. He eventually raised the weapon toward the officers, prompting them to fire. Acosta sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to a local hospital with critical but non-life-threatening injuries.

During interviews with victims of the Otis robbery, officers searched Prospect Park near 13th and Main. There, they discovered the body of 40-year-old Myron Tucker of Wichita, who had sustained gunshot wounds. Investigators believe Tucker was shot around 8:49 PM, shortly before the robbery.

Acosta was released from the hospital and booked into the Sedgwick County Jail.&nbsp;

Prison for Kansas man wounded by police in deadly rampage

By&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/author/dee-ann-durbin">DEE-ANN DURBIN</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/author/anne-dinnocenzio">ANNE D’INNOCENZIO</a> Associated Press

It’s been almost 100 years since the U.S. had tariffs at the level they could&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-effect-05bc12428163b9f28ef80f952cf9dafd">reach on Friday</a>.

Once President Donald&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-mexico-3b03b98296424e59c7dc19a865d21969">Trump’s planned tariffs</a>&nbsp;take effect, Americans will see an average tax of 18.3% for imported products, the highest rate since 1934, according to the Budget Lab at Yale, a non-partisan policy research center.

Late Thursday, Trump&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-effect-05bc12428163b9f28ef80f952cf9dafd">ordered new tariff rates for 66 countries</a>, the European Union, Taiwan and the Falkland Islands. Among them: a 40% tariff on imports from Laos, a 39% tariff on goods&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/switzerland-tariffs-trump-us-trade-war-3700eaf85a7eac02bb0fd52a0461176b">from Switzerland</a>&nbsp;and a 30% tariff on South African products.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/tariffs-trump-trade-deals-deadline-3977a3890ab7be85c0e07d5808dd2b55">Other trade partners</a>, such as Cambodia and Bangladesh, had the tax rates on their exports to the U.S. reduced from levels the president had threatened to impose. Trump postponed the start date for all of the changes from Friday until Aug. 7.

Tariffs are a tax, and U.S. consumers are likely to foot at least part of the bill. The Budget Lab estimated that prices will increase 1.8% in the short term as a result of the trade war the U.S. waged this year. That’s the equivalent of a $2,400 loss of income per U.S. household, the group said.

Companies are dealing with tariffs in various ways. Many automakers appear to be swallowing tariff costs for now. But the world’s largest eyewear maker, EssilorLuxottica, said it raised U.S. prices due to tariffs. The maker of Ray-Bans grinds lenses and sunglasses in Mexico, Thailand and China and exports premium frames from Italy.

“Retailers have been able to hold the line on pricing so far, but the new tariffs will impact merchandise in the coming weeks,” David French, chief lobbyist for the National Retail Federation, the nation’s largest retail trade group, said Friday. “We have heard directly from small retailers who are concerned about their ability to stay in business in the face of these unsustainable tariff rates.”

Here’s what we know about the tariffs and what their impact will be on U.S. consumers:

Trump unveiled&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ap.org/news-highlights/spotlights/2025/trump-announces-sweeping-new-tariffs-to-promote-us-manufacturing-risking-inflation-and-trade-wars/" target="_blank">sweeping import taxes</a>&nbsp;on goods coming into the U.S. from nearly every country in April. He said the “reciprocal” tariffs were meant to boost domestic manufacturing and restore fairness to global trade.

The president&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-reciprocal-tariffs-higher-rates-china-9645cf4608a8c153e90bdd10263ccb01">paused</a>&nbsp;the country-specific tariffs a week later but applied a 10% tax to most imports. In early July, he began notifying countries that the higher tariffs would go into effect Aug. 1 unless they reached trade deals.

In announcing the new rates for dozens of countries on Thursday, Trump delayed their implementation until Aug. 7.

In the meantime, he announced a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/canada-tariffs-drugs-trade-7d331082f313df53c9ad66271ae8a628">35% tariff on imports from Canada</a>&nbsp;would take effect Friday. But Trump delayed action on&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-mexico-3b03b98296424e59c7dc19a865d21969">Mexico</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/china-economy-trade-jinping-trump-bessent-5a2debf89f0f530f80b0a956800d2576">China</a>&nbsp;while negotiations continue.

Other duties not specific to countries also remained in place Friday, like a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-steel-aluminum-trade-240dbc3823ecd66d3dd05a66883f9277">50% tariff on imported aluminum and steel</a>&nbsp;announced in June.

The Trump administration&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-deadline-delay-d8ffef07d944dc1d460b472e4ffd2f57">reached deals</a>&nbsp;with the European Union, Japan and South Korea that put 15% tariffs in place. A deal with the Philippines puts 19% tariffs in place while a deal with Vietnam imposes a 20% levy. This week, Trump announced a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-russia-india-9e388a55583e7007149819c52f0fd71b">25% tariff on goods from India</a>&nbsp;and ordered a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-brazil-tariffs-bolsonaro-lula-trade-imbalance-de4cf0669b00a76149e8f39f200af502">50% tariff on goods from Brazil</a>.

The U.S. Court of International Trade, a federal court that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-court-4a2b662a908d1d6cec057d88c5059502">specializes in trade disputes</a>, ruled in May that Trump exceeded his authority when he invoked an emergency powers law to implement tariffs.

On Thursday, an 11-judge panel of the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-court-lawsuit-trade-4c289f51008f6a3a02939caa73ab5404">U.S. Court of Appeals considered the case</a>, and judges expressed skepticism that Trump could impose tariffs without congressional approval. The case is expected to wind up before the U.S. Supreme Court.

The U.S. Commerce Department said Thursday that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/inflation-federal-reserve-economy-8c9298ce80d2e40a71a17e0c3af3c292">prices rose 2.6% in June</a>, up from an annual pace of 2.4% in May and higher than the Federal Reserve’s goal of 2%. Furniture, computers and other items that often come from abroad were among the categories with higher average prices.

Wendong Zhang, an associate professor in the Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management at Cornell University, said U.S. consumers could see prices increases in the coming months for appliances and other products that contain a large amount of steel and aluminum.

But Zhang said a 15% tariff doesn’t mean prices will immediately rise by 15%. Companies were aware of the tariff deadlines, and tried to stockpile goods and take other measures to mitigate the impacts, he said.

Zhang noted that Trump’s trade deals often contain specific provisions designed to boost U.S. exports. The agreement with the European Union, for example, calls for European companies to purchase $750 billion worth of natural gas, oil and nuclear fuel from the U.S. over three years.

Some U.S. farmers could also see a potential upside, Zhang said. As part of its trade deal, Vietnam agreed to purchase $2 billion in U.S. agricultural products over three years, including corn, wheat and soybeans, according to the International Trade Council.

But Zhang cautioned that agricultural agreements tend to be short-lived. Over the longer term, the uncertainty over tariffs could cause countries like&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/president-donald-trump-tariffs-agriculture-china-d5674c21e240acdc72cde76e474f172a">China to back away</a>&nbsp;from U.S. agricultural markets, he said.

The tariffs will almost certainly result in higher food prices, according to an analysis by the nonpartisan Tax Foundation. The U.S. simply doesn’t make enough of some products, like bananas or coffee, to satisfy demand. Fish, beer and liquor are also likely to get more expensive, the foundation said.

Ben Aneff, managing partner at Tribeca Wine Merchants and president of the U.S. Wine Trade Alliance, said shoppers would see prices rise 20% to 25% at his store and others starting Friday because of tariffs and the declining value of the dollar.

“Nobody can afford to eat the tariff. It gets passed on,” Aneff said.

Aneff said shoppers haven’t felt the impact from higher duties until now because distributors and retailers accelerated shipments from France and other European Union countries earlier in the year. But with the EU’s tariff rate set to go up to 15% in a week, Aneff expects European wine prices to jump 30% in September.

Clothing and shoe prices are already creeping up

Ninety-seven percent of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/tariffs-clothing-shoes-china-vietnam-8eb3c697da9541ca849f6ed52d7279b2">clothing and shoes</a>&nbsp;sold in the U.S. are imported, primarily from Asia, according to the American Apparel &amp; Footwear Association said. China leads the pack, but companies have been shifting more of their sourcing to Vietnam, Indonesia and India.

Steve Lamar, the trade group’s president and CEO, declined to estimate how much apparel and footwear prices may increase due to tariffs. But companies may offer fewer discounts or drop products starting this fall because they’re too expensive to produce, he said.

Matt Priest, president and CEO of the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America, estimates prices for shoes are starting to go up for the back-to-school shopping season. He estimates price increases in the 5% to 10% range.

Some automakers have already raised prices to counteract tariffs. Luxury sports car maker Ferrari said Thursday it was waiting for more details of Trump’s trade deal with the European Union before scaling back a 10% surcharge it put in place in April on most vehicles in the U.S.

But for the most part, automakers haven’t raised prices as they waited for details. Kelley Blue Book, which monitors car pricing, said the average U.S. new car cost $48,907 in June, which was up just $108 from May.

But that could change.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/general-motors-gm-stellantis-tariff-trump-ev-6b82523319408e03ae2729ab2ebb33b8">General Motors said last week</a>&nbsp;that the impact of the tariffs could get more pronounced in the third quarter of the year. GM has estimated that the tariffs will cost it $4 billion to $5 billion this year.

What you can expect from import taxes as the US sets new tariff rates

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement investigating another homicide in Kansas City have identified the victim as 30-year-old&nbsp;Rahmalle Ceasar, according to KCPD Captain Jake Becchina.

Just before 7p.m. Saturday, patrol officers were dispatched to 53rd and Prospect in Kansas City, Missouri, on a reported shooting with a victim down in a parking lot, according to KCPD Sergeant Phil DiMartino.

As officers arrived they were directed to a convenience store on Prospect. There officers located Ceasar in the parking lot suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. 

Police officers began performing lifesaving measures and summoned medical personnel to the scene. KCFD medics pronounced him deceased at the scene. This is being investigated as a homicide. There is no one in custody.&nbsp;

Homicide: Police found shooting victim in KC store parking lot

WASHINGTON&nbsp;- U.S. Senator Jerry Moran — the chairman of the Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation, Space, and Innovation&nbsp; released the following statement after the conclusion of the National Transportation Safety Board’s three-day investigative hearing into the January 29 midair collision between American Airlines flight 5342 and an Army Blackhawk helicopter.

“Six months after the tragic crash near DCA, the NTSB laid out a series of failures it has uncovered so far in its investigation of the tragedy that claimed 67 lives, including Kansans. While there is no single factor that led to the crash on January 29, it is alarming that FAA failed to act on years of data and near misses indicating serious problems with the design of the mixed airspace around DCA. The FAA blamed their inaction on bureaucracy but did not take action to try and alleviate the bureaucratic roadblocks within the agency. That is no excuse.&nbsp;

“The NTSB uncovered long-term staffing issues at the control tower that were compounded by a culture of distrust among DCA air traffic controllers and a toleration for unacceptable risks; found inaccurate altitude readings on the helicopter; and discovered the ADS-B Out technology was not transmitting on the Blackhawk likely due to faulty equipment that the Army failed to identify and has now been found to be an issue on numerous other Army helicopters as well.

“I commend Chair Homendy on her thorough investigation into this crash and her dedication in bringing to light the failures in our airspace. Despite numerous warnings signs of serious problems over the last several years, little was done to try and correct them, and these failures by the FAA, the Army and air traffic control cost 67 lives. I know the last few days have been painful for the families of the victims, and I assure them that Congress will not let these failures go unanswered. We cannot undo the tragic loss of life, but we can work to make certain it never happens again.”

Congressional Action since January 29:

Kan. U.S. Senator's statement on NTSB hearing on fatal DCA midair collision 

Installation of the paid parking signage and equipment for phase 2 will begin on August 4, 2025. Phase 2 will focus on public parking lots throughout downtown and&nbsp;includes adding two payment kiosks at Century II.

Download the ParkMobile or PayByPhone apps to get ready! Learn more at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wichita.gov/1559/Park-Wichita">ParkWichita.com.</a>

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Buy one Hour, Get one Hour Free Parking when you purchase on an app

Download the Park Mobile or Pay by Phone app and get one-hour free parking each day with the purchase of one hour of parking on public streets and public parking lots. The free hour is part of the purchase of the first hour. That means you get a total of two consecutive hours when you pay for one hour. The free hour is not transferable to a different time. This promotion can be redeemed from July 1, 2025, through August 1, 2025. This promotion is only available on the Park Mobile and Pay by Phone apps within the downtown paid parking boundaries. Public garages are not eligible for the buy one hour get one-hour free parking promotion.

The city council paused the implementation of the paid parking program in downtown in August of 2024 to gather more community feedback. Extensive public engagement occurred over the next several months and the city council voted to move forward with a modified paid parking program on December 17, 2024.

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