Record Breaking Temperatures Across Ozarks
It was warm enough across the Ozarks to break some records. Joplin hit 87 degrees. West Plains hit 88. And Vichy-Rolla hit 90. Another day of near record warmth is on the way, but it won’t last
Tornado Watch Until Midnight
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for counties east and southeast of Springfield until midnight tonight. It includes Douglas, Ozark, and Wright counties in the KTTS listening area.
SPD Investigates Suspected 2019 Homicide
Police say the case of a missing Springfield man is now classified as a homicide. SPD became aware of the death of 34-year-old Elijah McReynolds in August but are unaware of where his body’s located. McReynolds was
St. Louis Area Hotel Could Serve As Care Site During Pandemic
Governor Parson has announced the state plans to open a hotel in the St. Louis area as soon as next week to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. The hotel in Florissant is being converted into a care
Lawmakers Return To Capitol To Vote On Coronavirus Spending Bill
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri senators have voted to give Republican Gov. Mike Parson sweeping authority to spend billions of dollars in federal stimulus money as the state fights the coronavirus pandemic. Senators on Wednesday approved
Some Doctors Decide Not To Use Ventilators For Coronavirus Patients
NEW YORK (AP) — As health officials around the world push to get more ventilators to treat coronavirus patients, some doctors are moving away from using the breathing machines when they can. The reason: Some hospitals have
Latest Statewide Coronavirus Numbers
There are now 58 deaths in Missouri because of the coronavirus. There were 53 deaths on Tuesday. The state is reporting more than 3,327 cases of the virus, up from more than 3,300 cases on Tuesday.
Latest Coronavirus Numbers In Greene County
Just a couple of more cases of the coronavirus being reported in Greene County today. 74 cases have been reported, up from 72 on Tuesday. Another person has been released from isolation. 17 people have recovered.
State, Springfield Leaders Talk About Economic Impact Of COVID-19
There’s a Facebook Live event today on the economic impact of the coronavirus on the local community. Experts from the Department of Workforce Development and the city of Springfield will answer questions. The event starts at 2
Sanders Drops White House Bid
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bernie Sanders, who saw his once strong lead in the Democratic primary evaporate as the party’s establishment lined swiftly up behind rival Joe Biden, has ended his presidential bid. His announcement Wednesday leaves former
