Motorcycle hits man on Sunshine Street in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A man is hospitalized with serious injuries after he was struck by a motorcycle Tuesday morning, police said. Officers and firefighters responded just before 3:30 to Sunshine Street between West Bypass and Zimmer Road. The man was taken to the hospital with serious injuries that are...
Pet heat safety: Springfield vet warns of paw burns, heat stroke risks during extreme...
Pavement temperatures reached nearly 120 degrees in open sunlight Monday, climbing to around 150 degrees during the late afternoon — conditions a local veterinarian says can pose serious risks to pets.
‘I heard a lot of screaming’; Witness detail large fight at Fassnight Park
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — What started as a humid summer Sunday ended in chaos and arrests in a Springfield park. Springfield Police were called to Fassnight Park Sunday afternoon when they found a man on the ground whom they believe had just been assaulted. Witnesses say a large fight broke out around the Fassnight Park Pavi
From the Darkroom shows Ozark Antique Auto Club members at 1987 show
The Ozark Antique Auto Club held its 18th annual car show in July 1987. The club was incorporated in 1958 and remains a part of the Springfield community today, holding fundraising events, car shows, and swap meets. Pictured in this image, published in the News-Leader on July 27, 1987, are Debbie Kelley, Dave Kelley,
Donors invited to Bleed Red Blood Drive in Joplin, Springfield
JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) -- Four-State blood donors have a chance to win tickets to a Springfield Cardinals game at the Bleed Red Blood Drive on July 31.
Beat the clinic rush: Health experts urge parents to start back-to-school prep now
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — With the start of the school year roughly a month away, local health experts and pediatricians are urging parents to schedule physicals and vaccinations early to avoid late-summer clinic rushes. Health professionals emphasize that the weeks leading up to the first bell are critical for establishing h
Last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations, July 20-24
Springfield and Republic restaurant health inspections conducted between July 20 and July 25 identified various priority and nonpriority violations ranging from improper food temperatures to sanitation issues.
Springfield Police arrest 4, including 3 juveniles, after assault at Fassnight Park
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Edited News Release/KY3) -Police arrested four people after an assault took place at Fassnight Park. According to Springfield Police, officers responded to a large disturbance at the park Sunday evening. Once on scene, they found a man on the ground with injuries from an assault. Officers said they...
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Very hot & humid weather continues Monday
Meteorologist Nick Kelly breaks down the hot & humid numbers to kick off this workweek, when we'll get a break from the worst of the heat & when rain chances should return to the Ozarks.
2026 Ozark Empire Fair: What you need to know
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Summer’s Biggest Party returns to the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. The 2026 Ozark Empire Fair begins Thursday, July 30. It runs through August 8. This is the 90th fair. Here’s what you need to know about this year’s fun. Parking and Admission:. The Midway:
