Drought Continues In Ozarks

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(KTTS News) — The National Weather Service says drought conditions have gotten worse in Central and Southwest Missouri, while improving in the Bootheel and east central parts of the state. The Weather Service’s latest drought statement shows

Airport Sets New Record For Passengers

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(KTTS News) — More than 126,000 passengers passed through the Springfield-Branson National Airport last month, setting a new record. Passenger numbers are up ten percent so far this year. Springfield is on pace to set a new

New Disney-Size Theme Park Coming To NE Oklahoma

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(KTTS News) — A new $2-billion theme park is coming to northeast Oklahoma. The American Heartland Theme Park and Resort will be built west of Grand Lake on Route 66 near Vinita, Oklahoma. It is expected to

EPA Releases Report On Verona Chemical Plant

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(KTTS News) — An air quality study of a chemical plant in Verona finds high levels of cancer causing chemicals in the air near the plant. The EPA says the highest concentrations of ethylene oxide are near

K.C. Area Man Charged For His Actions On January 6

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(KTTS News) — Federal officials have arrested and charged a Kansas City area man for his actions during the assault on the U.S. Capitol building on January 6, 2021. Five felony counts have been filed against Christopher

Hawley Pushes Coast Guard To Act On Duck Boat Safety

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(KTTS News) — Today marks five years since a Ride the Ducks boat sank on Table Rock Lake near Branson, killing 17 people. Missouri Senator Josh Hawley is urging the Coast Guard to implement new safety standards

Investigation Underway After Gas Explosion In Springfield

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(KTTS News) — Federal, state and local agencies are investigating after a natural gas explosion in southeast Springfield knocked out electricity and natural gas service. Three Springfield City Utilities workers ended up with minor injuries Monday after

Man, Baby Die In Lawrence County Crash

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(KTTS News) — A crash last night in Lawrence County leaves a man and a baby girl dead. The Highway Patrol says 32-year-old Wyatt Cady from Ash Grove lost control of his pickup on Highway 96 west