How To Stay Safe During A Thunderstorm

The National Weather Service is reminding you to be aware when thunderstorms are in the area. We have some tips to stay safe below. This is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Missouri. Severe Weather Preparedness Week: Take

Cold Air To Bring Snow To The Ozarks

Snow is expected across the Ozarks starting tonight. The National Weather Service says a mix of rain and snow will fall Thursday night, then transition to all snow Friday morning. Up to four inches is in the

Deadly Shooting In Webster County

The Webster County Sheriff says two people are in custody after a deadly shooting. Deputies found a man dead after a call off Peewee Crossing Road east of Seymour. KY3 says the incident happened Wednesday afternoon.

Springfield Police Headquarters To Reduce Operating Hours

The Springfield Police Department is cutting back on its operating hours for the lobby and telephone reporting at police headquarters. Police say the reduced hours are because of staffing issues. The lobby on East Chestnut will now

GoFundMe Set Up For Joplin Police Officers

A GoFundMe account has been set up for three Joplin Police officers involved in a shootout this week. Corporal Ben Cooper died in a shootout with a suspect on Tuesday. He leaves behind a wife and two

Convoy Of Hope Helping Ukrainian Refugees

Springfield-based Convoy of Hope has a team on the ground in Poland to help Ukrainian refugees displaced by the fighting in their country. Before the invasion began, Convoy’s International Disaster Services team was in contact with partners

How To Avoid Dangerous Lightning In Storms

The National Weather Service has some tips on how to stay safe when lightning is nearby. This is Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Wednesday is focused on lightning safety. Lightning in thunderstorms can be extremely dangerous. Make sure

Joplin Police Identify Officer Who Died In Shootout

Joplin Police have identified the officer who died in the line of duty Tuesday. Corporal Ben Cooper died after a shootout with a suspect near Rangeline Road and Fourth Street. He leaves behind a wife and two

Snow Chances Back In The Forecast

Snow is likely Friday, with at least an inch expected. The National Weather Service says there’s a chance for rain and snow Thursday night. Freezing rain will be possible early Friday morning. The heaviest snow will be

Child Care Operator Charged in Infant Death

A 47 year-old Springfield woman faces numerous charges related to the death of an infant. Earlier this month, Springfield Police responded to a home daycare for a report of an infant not breathing. The home was run