Greene County deputies can show tattoos as part of uniform change
People may begin to notice some law enforcement in Greene County sporting a slightly new look to keep cool in the summer and have better access to their equipment. The Sheriff’s Office announced on June 26, 2025, Greene County deputies are now able to display their visible tattoos, instead of having to cover them up....
Police identify pedestrian killed in crash in Springfield on June 23
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Police identified a pedestrian killed in a crash involving a vehicle. Scott Chance, 59, died in the crash on June 23 at 11:55 p.m. near the intersection of Kearney Street and U.S. 65. Investigators say Chance was hit while crossing Kearney. Police say the pedestrian was...
City revisits plan to spur redevelopment, attract businesses to Kearney Street corridor
After eight years, the City of Springfield is taking another shot at promoting redevelopment of Kearney Street. City staff held a public input meeting at Doling Park’s Northview Center on Tuesday, June 24 to discuss a redevelopment plan that is expected to go to City Council for approval this fall. Like the...
U.S. Small Business Administration offering disaster assistance for Missouri businesses, residents
GREENE COUNTY, Mo. — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be offering relief for Missouri small businesses, residents and private non-profits that were affected by severe storms from April 29, 2025. The SBA approved a federal declaration request from Governor Mike Kehoe on June 21 for disaster...
Lightning strike damages Skywarn repeater tower in Walnut Grove
WALNUT GROVE, Mo. — A Skywarn repeater tower has been damaged following a direct lightning strike in Walnut Grove. According to a Southwest Missouri Regional Skywarn (SMRS) press release, the Stockton Lake region’s Skywarn repeater tower was damaged due to a lightning strike. The weather-related damage destroyed the...
How to keep your loved ones with dementia safe in the heat
Heat can be particularly dangerous for people with dementia.
Counselors see a rise in sextortion around the Ozarks
OZARK, Mo. (KY3) - Even if your kids say they are sure they know all of their online friends, you never truly know the intentions of the person on the other side of the screen. Therapists and counselors in the Ozarks are seeing not only an increase in cases of...
KY3 Digital Extra: Weight loss drugs or weight loss surgery? Springfield doctor offers advice
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Should you try a GLP-1 weight loss drug or surgery? Dr. Tim Woods of CoxHealth shares advice for both options. To report a correction or typo, please email [email protected]. Please include the article info in the subject line of the email.
Summer heat continues
Upper high pressure will keep us toasty and mainly dry, with only a small chance for a storm or two. High pressure will remain in control much of the week, with only a small chance for a pop-up storm.
Gun shop equips Fordland school officer with foldable rifle
Mountainside Outfitters in Fordland, in partnership with FoldAR, donated a customized folding conceal carry rifle to Fordland School District's Resource Officer to provide him with quick access to firepower in case of an emergency.
