Early morning fire disrupts northwest Springfield neighborhood
Firefighters responded to a backyard fire involving a car in west Springfield early Thursday morning, with crews arriving to find a larger fire than initially reported, and no injuries were reported.
10 Worst Cities to Live in Missouri in 2026, According to Crime Statistics
Missouri is home to vibrant cities, historic communities, and popular travel destinations. From the entertainment hub of Branson to the urban centers of Kansas City and St. Louis, millions of residents and visitors travel throughout the state every year. However, like many states across the country, Missouri also faces
Greene County Commission approves rezoning request northwest of Springfield
The Greene County Commission has approved a controversial rezoning request for land near Highway AB and W. State Highway EE, the Springfield News-Leader reported. On Monday, commissioners heard from the developer, Derek Lee, and many neighbors who oppose the development. Lee requested 14.31 acres of his just over 93 ac
Trash truck hits four vehicles on James River Freeway in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Several people were injured in a crash involving a trash truck and four other vehicles on James River Freeway Tuesday afternoon. According to Springfield police, officers responded to the crash around 3:30 p.m. on westbound James River Freeway near Glenstone Avenue. Police said a trash truck was appr
Pedigree to Open $7.9M Flagship Dealership in Missouri
Pedigree Truck and Trailer Sales announced it will open a $7.9 million, 11,887-square-foot flagship dealership in Springfield, Mo., in October. The Prime Inc. used-truck dealer said it has sold nearly 35,000 units for more than $1.7 billion. The purpose-built site will replace Pedigree’s Packer Road operation and featu
Man arrested after being accused of assault outside Seymour gas station
SEYMOUR, Mo. — Seymour police have arrested a Howell County man after being accused of injuring a man while he was sleeping inside a vehicle. According to online court dockets, Andrew Perry, born in 2007, of West Plains, has been charged with first-degree assault with serious physical injury in Webster County Circuit C
City of Clever keeping its police force after talks of contract with Christian County...
CLEVER, Mo. — The City of Clever, Missouri, is keeping its police department. Weeks after talks began between city leaders and the Christian County Sheriff’s Office regarding law enforcement coverage for the small town, those same leaders have announced that the deal will not go through. In a Facebook post from the Boa
ATF raids Wicked Superstore in Springfield with federal search warrants
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives raided a business in Springfield on Tuesday. Agents, with the help of the Springfield Police Department and Greene County Sheriff’s Office, converged on the Wicked Superstore on 425 East Kearney. An ATF spokesperson said they served three
Ozarks women gather to sew clothes for children around the world
Every month, groups of women in three southwest Missouri cities gather for a work day. Some cut men's shirts, others sew fabric into dresses and shorts, while others oversee and check garments for quality control. Together, these Ozarks women, regardless of sewing ability, have contributed thousands of garments for chi
Pools in the Ozarks see lifeguard shortage
As pools begin to open across the Ozarks, there is a need for trained lifeguards to keep swimmers safe.

















