Three Joplin Police Officers Shot After Altercation with Suspect
Three Joplin Police Officers have been shot after an altercation broke out with a suspect. The shooting occurred on Tuesday around 1 p.m. near 4th and Rangeline. Officers responded to the scene where a suspect began shooting,
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
Biden Bans Russian Oil Imports Over Ukraine War
WASHINGTON — President Biden announced Tuesday that the U.S. is “targeting the main artery of Russia’s economy” by banning imports of Russian oil, the latest sanction intended to punish Moscow for its invasion of Ukraine. “We will
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.
Springfield To Apply For Grant For Jefferson Avenue Footbridge
The City of Springfield will apply for a federal grant to rehabilitate the historic Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Springfield City council gave the go ahead Monday night to apply for the $8-million dollar grant. The bridge has been
WHO Says COVID Boosters Needed, Reversing Previous Call
GENEVA (AP) — An expert group convened by the World Health Organization said it “strongly supports urgent and broad access” to coronavirus vaccines, including booster doses. The call is a reversal of the U.N. health agency’s previous
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
Marshfield Schools Go To 4-Day Week Next Fall
MARSHFIELD, Mo. (AP) — A southwestern Missouri school district that struggles to fill teacher vacancies plans to go to a four-day week starting next fall. The Springfield News-Leader reports that the Marshfield district is among at least
