Salvation Army Reports Two Thefts In One Week
The Salvation Army says two times in one week, someone has stolen from the non-profit. The organization says one of its vans had a window broken and a laptop plus two red kettles were stolen Wednesday night.
2nd COVID-19 Vaccine Set For OK In US With Panel Endorsement
WASHINGTON (AP) — A government advisory panel endorsed a second COVID-19 vaccine Thursday, paving the way for the shot to be added to the U.S. vaccination campaign. The Food and Drug Administration is expected to follow the
First Ticket Issued Over Face Mask Violation
Springfield’s Police Chief says officers have handed out the first ticket for violating the city’s facemask ordinance. The department says the public is informed on the rules of the mandate and should be following them. The chief
Branson Police Increasing Visibility For Holiday Campaign
Police in Branson say its officers will aggressively look for substance-impaired drivers starting tomorrow until the New Year. It’s part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign. The police chief says high visibility of officers
Missouri Lottery To Reinstate Limits On Ticket Purchases
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri Lottery is voted Thursday to ban retailers from selling more than $10,000 worth of tickets to one person in a 24-hour period. The lottery had a cap on tickets previously
Missouri Panel Turns Aside Utility Shutoff Moratorium
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri Public Service Commission turned down a request that sought a moratorium on utility shutoffs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, saying it has no authority to grant such an order. The
Ozark Police Looking For Help Following Road Rage Shooting
Police in Ozark are asking for your help locating a driver involved in a road rage shooting Wednesday night. Authorities say around 6pm at the intersection of South and 9th Street, a road rage incident lead to
Pre-Filed Bill Reduces Penalties for Knowingly Exposing Someone to HIV
A bill set to come before the Missouri Senate in 2021 would reduce the penalty for knowingly exposing someone to HIV. The felony class will be reduced from a B to a D, or an A to
Galloway Neighborhood Association Secures Galloway Village Development Vote in August
A citywide vote in August of 2021 will decide if a development planned for Galloway Village will move forward. The Galloway Neighborhood Association has gathered enough signatures to put the issue back in front of the city.
Eight People Escape Early Morning Fire in North Springfield
Eight people escaped an apartment fire in Springfield this morning. Firefighters arrived on scene around 3:30 on Clay Avenue, just east of Drury University. The fire started in upstairs apartments. Firefighters stopped the fire spread. The Red
