The Latest Breaking News from Kansas

The tight-knit figure skating community was rocked when an American Airlines flight carrying athletes, parents and coaches from a development camp in Wichita, Kansas, collided with an Army helicopter and crashed into the Potomac River

Passenger jet collision near Washington, DC after departing from Wichita, Kansas. Airport director assures normal flight operation.

US president confirms no survivors as rescuers search Potomac River after American Airlines flight collides with Black Hawk helicopter

Kansas Senator Moran addresses the tragic plane crash, expressing empathy and pledging support for rescue efforts.

Governor Laura Kelly responds to a plane crash at Reagan National Airport, emphasizing support for those affected and commitment to updates.

Senators Moran and Marshall from Kansas are coordinating with authorities following a plane crash in the Potomac River. Urging prayers for those affected.

A US Army official said the helicopter involved was a Black Hawk carrying three soldiers -- their status currently unknown. They had been on a "training flight," a separate military spokesperson said in a statement. Washington police said "there is no confirmed information on casualties at this time."

A regional passenger plane from Kansas crashed into Washington's chilly Potomac River after colliding mid-air with a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport on Wednesday, officials said, prompting a major emergency response and grounding of all flights.

None of the 67 passengers and crew are believed to have survived