The top five squishiest dog breeds, ranked
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Whether it’s a wrinkled face, floppy ears, or that irresistible “smoosh,” some dogs just beg to be squished (gently, of course). And while dozens of breeds are known for their unique looks and lovable personalities, only a few stand out as members of the ultimate “squish squad.” Here are the top...
Republic man accused of shooting woman with AK-47 in home invasion over inheritance
BATTLEFIELD, Mo. — A Republic man is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he broke into a home on New Year’s Day, assaulted a juvenile, and shot a woman with an AK-47-style rifle. According to the probable cause statement, Timothy Kirby is charged with first-degree assault — serious physical injury,...
High School Student Aids Law Enforcement in Locating Missing Teen
A teenager who is a member of a volunteer program with Kimberling City Police plays a key role in the locating of a missing person. The complete release from the department is below:. Following a broadcast issued by Stone County Emergency Services regarding a missing juvenile, a newly appointed member...
1 seriously injured in stabbing at gas station near downtown Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -A person was stabbed at a gas station near downtown Springfield on Friday evening. According to Springfield Police, the incident happened at the Fast ‘N Friendly gas station on North Main Avenue and West Chestnut Expressway. The victim was taken by ambulance with life-threatening injuries. A...
Brown Derby Wine Center begins major remodel
SPRINGFIELD, MO – Big changes are in store for a longtime local retailer. Brown Derby has announced a complete remodel and rebranding of its Wine Center and Marketplace at 2023 S. Glenstone Ave. According to a Facebook post by the company, the new concept store will be “bringing natural and fine foods, wine and...
“We got to get out of here”; Couple recounts New Year’s Day fire in...
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — For engaged couple Anthony Davidson and Kaela Edge, New Year’s Eve was almost like any other night. So similar that when Edge heard a car alarm, she wasn’t too worried…at first. “I was dead asleep, and we got home from hanging out for some friends, and I woke up to just a […]
Springfield Fire Department discovers faulty hydrant during apartment fire response
During a response to a massive apartment fire, Springfield firefighters discovered a fire hydrant just several hundred feet from the impacted building that did not work due to pre-existing damage.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Unsettled Friday will give way to a brighter & cool weekend
Meteorologist Nick Kelly breaks down when today's rain chances will clear out, when we'll warm up again next week and when another storm system could come our way.
2025 to rank among top three warmest years on record
2025 is expected to be one of the three warmest years on record, continuing the trend of record-breaking warmth driven by human activity and exceeding the Paris Agreement threshold.
60% of routine Springfield health inspections showed no serious issues
The week between Christmas and New Year was relatively quiet for Springfield-Greene County Health Department's food inspections. Out of the 15 routine inspections, more than half of the establishments had no priority violations. Issues found during inspections fall into either priority or non-priority violations....

















