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
Russian Attack Hits Ukraine Children’s Hospital
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian attack has severely damaged a children’s hospital and maternity ward in the besieged port city of Mariupol, Ukrainian officials say. Citizens are also trying to escape shelling on the outskirts of
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
MLB, Players Union Bargain Over 16 Hours
NEW YORK (AP) — Negotiators for locked-out players and Major League Baseball spent 16 1/2 hours bargaining, then recessed talks until Wednesday morning as Commissioner Rob Manfred let his deadline to reach a deal preserving a 162-game
Average U.S. Gas Price Hits Record $4.17
(AP) — The average price for gasoline in the US is hitting a record $4.17 per gallon as the U.S. bans Russian oil imports after its invasion of Ukraine. According to the AAA, the average price rose
U.S. Turns Down Plan To Give Polish Jets To Ukraine
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris’ trip to Warsaw to thank Poland for taking in Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion is taking an unexpected turn. Harris will be parachuting into the middle of unexpected diplomatic turbulence over
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
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
