Shootout In Joplin Leaves Officer, Suspect Dead

A police officer and a suspect are dead after a shootout in Joplin Tuesday. Joplin Police say the incident started around 1:30 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. Police were responding to a disturbance near Rangeline and 4th Street. Two

Crime Down 6.9 Percent In Springfield In 2021

Springfield’s overall crime rate dropped 6.9 percent last year. Police say the 2021 crime report shows crimes against persons rose by 3.6 percent, but property crimes dropped more than 11 percent. Crimes against society fell 2.2 percent.

Tuesday Is Tornado Safety Day In Missouri

Tuesday is tornado safety day in Missouri. This is Severe Weather Preparedness Week. The National Weather Service is reminding you to take some time to think about where you would go if there’s a tornado. The annual

Duck Boats Back In Water In Branson

Duck boat rides are back in Branson, almost four years after 17 people drowned during the Ride The Ducks tragedy on Table Rock Lake. Branson Duck Tours is newly owned and operated. It’s amphibious vehicles are U.S.

Woman Sentenced for Keeping Son in Cage

A woman has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for keeping her son in a cage. Dessa Barton, 26, pleaded guilty Monday to felony abuse or neglect of a child. She was arrested by Stone County

It’s Severe Weather Preparedness Week

Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Missouri is March 7-11. Each day has a different theme. Monday is receiving weather information/having a plan day Tuesday is tornado safety day Wednesday is lightning safety day Thursday is severe thunderstorm

Winter Weather Expected Later This Week

Several tornado warnings were issued for Douglas, Ozark and Taney counties on Sunday as storms rolled through the Ozarks. We’re expecting colder temperatures today, with a chance for some winter weather Thursday night into Friday.

Routh Declines To Hear Charges Against Him

A man charged with ramming his car into Springfield Police Officer Mark Priebe decided not to appear in court Friday to hear the charges at his arraignment. Jon Routh is charged with assault and armed criminal action.