The Topeka Capital-Journal is an American daily newspaper focused on local news, politics and community reporting across Topeka and the state of Kansas. First published in 1879, the newspaper is known for its reporting on state government, politics, business, education and public affairs, benefiting from its location in Kansas’s capital city. It also features breaking news, investigative journalism and in-depth coverage of a wide range of issues affecting communities across northeast Kansas, alongside arts, entertainment, food and community news. Sports reporting is a major focus, with extensive coverage of the University of Kansas, Kansas State University, Washburn University, local high school athletics and major national sporting events, supported by expert analysis and commentary. The publication combines a long tradition of public service journalism with authoritative regional reporting, making it one of Kansas's leading news sources. Available on PressReader, The Topeka Capital-Journal newspaper delivers trusted journalism, insightful political reporting and comprehensive daily news coverage from Kansas.