Teen vaping rates remain high in Missouri despite health risks
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Teen smoking continues to concern health officials in Missouri, where nearly 22 percent of high school students smoke, according to the Alcohol and Tobacco Control office at the Missouri Department of Public Safety. Health professionals say a common misconception exists that e-cigarettes are...
SPD to roll out new feedback tool for responding officers
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Starting January 12, the Springfield Police Department (SPD) is rolling out a new way to share feedback with them using a new tool, PowerEngage. PowerEngage uses text messaging to send people a brief, optional survey that allows them to leave comments, feedback, or appreciation for responding...
Feel Old Yet? These songs are turning 20 in 2026
Songs, movies, and TV shows from 2006 are turning 20 years old this year, reminding us of how quickly time passes.
FOUND SAFE: Springfield Police locate missing girl
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Springfield Police have safely located Sophiea Rayann Stapp. To report a correction or typo, please email [email protected]. Please include the article info in the subject line of the email.
Containment Efforts Continue for Fire in Swan Creek Area of Mark Twain Forest
A fire that began over the weekend in the Mark Twain Forest near Garrison in southeast Christian County is on its way to being contained. The release below is from the U.S. Forest Service:. The 700-acre Math Branch Fire, located in the Swan Creek Non-motorized Area, is approximately 70% contained....
Springfield man charged in gas station stabbing
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A man has been charged after being accused of stabbing an individual at a Springfield gas station on Friday, Jan. 2. According to online court dockets, James Laredo Dunkins, born 1965, of Springfield, has been charged with first-degree assault – serious physical injury and armed criminal action....
Ozarks Weather Alert: Mild Week Ahead With Increasing Rain Chances by Thursday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Springfield, Missouri – Above-normal January temperatures will continue across southwest Missouri through much of the week, offering a springlike stretch before rain chances return mid to late week and...
Greene County grand jury indicts man for 2 deadly shootings in 2022
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A Greene County grand jury indicted a man wanted in the shooting deaths of two people in 2022. Walter Moore faces two counts of first-degree murder charges in the deaths of Deundrea Woods, 30, and Mackenzie Lashley-Childers, 25, both of Springfield. Read KY3’s reporting on the...
No love for winter fishing
My dad taught me just about everything I ever needed to know about fishing, from starting me early with a riverbank sapling and length of fishing line to teaching me the finesse of handling his classic bamboo fly rod. Under Dad’s diligent tutelage I grew up an avid fisherman.
KY3 Crime In Your Neighborhood Digital Extra: Staying safe while out on the town;...
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - KY3’s Jackie Garrity and the Springfield Police Department’s Cris Swaters discuss staying safe while out on the town. Also, the city’s ordinance regarding cold weather and running vehicles. To report a correction or typo, please email [email protected]. Please include the article info in...

















