Groundbreaking kicks off improvements to southwest I-44
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Big improvements to the southwest stretch of I-44 are officially kicking off on Monday. A ground-breaking ceremony featuring members of MoDOT, contractors and elected officials was the first step in a major makeover for the interstate. Among the improvements: a plan to expand it to six lanes...
A little more heat relief this week ahead of a late August summer surge
Springfield will experience temporary relief from extreme heat due to incoming clouds and rain before a new wave of intense temperatures arrives over the weekend.
Humane Society of Southwest Missouri warns about recent scam
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Humane Society is warning pet owners about a scam going around. The shelter says someone recently got a call from a person claiming to work for the Humane Society. The caller said they had the person’s dogs and asked them for money to get them back.
Nixa, Mo., Police, schools use ‘Handle with care’ notices to support children after traumatic...
NIXA, Mo. (KY3) - Nixa Police can send schools a ‘Handle With Care’ notice when a child is present during a traumatic event, giving staff limited context without revealing what happened. The school does not receive a police report or details about the call. Staff receive the child’s...
Five ducklings rescued from storm drain near Ozark
Five ducklings were rescued and released after being found trapped in a storm drain along U.S. Highway 65 near Ozark.
MoDOT launches $471 million I-44 project in southwest Missouri
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Missouri Department of Transportation is investing $471 million in a project at various locations on Interstate 44 in southwest Missouri to make safety and operational improvements that will accommodate freight traffic, according to Project Director Kristi Bachman. Multiple locations, one p
Springfield’s first 24/7 pet food pantry helps pet owners financially struggling
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Many families are struggling to pay their bills, so keeping their animals fed and cared for can be a challenge. The people behind Springfield’s first 24/7 pet food pantry are trying to help ease that burden. Located at 2228 W. College St., the repurposed newspaper box...
Finley River Park caboose has a new home at the OC
An iconic landmark that sat in Finley River Park for decades has a new home. The Ozark Parks Department Monday moved the red Frisco caboose to the trailhead of the Chadwick Flyer trail at the Ozark Community Center. Hayden Ponsar, director of Ozark Parks and Recreation, said the Chadwick Flyer...
Last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations, Aug. 17-21
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — These are the Springfield restaurant health code violations for last week, Aug. 17-21. CAPTAIN DS #3545 – CITY View History. 8/17/2026 4:30:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Permitted with Reinspection. Priority Violations Found: 1. Observed: Small line cooler not keeping potentially hazardous food
Bears Make History, Take Down Mizzou for First Time Since 1996
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A piece of Missouri State Women’s Soccer history was just made. The Bears took down in-state rival Missouri, one-nothing, for their first win over the Tigers since 1996. And this one came down to the final minutes. With the game still scoreless late in the second half, senior forward Lillie Rasmussen
