Missouri State University’s systemwide enrollment holds largely flat
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Edited News Release/KY3) - Missouri State University’s systemwide enrollment held largely flat this semester. Systemwide headcount is 26,917 students, down 1.1% compared to a record enrollment last fall. Springfield campus headcount tallied 25,039, while the West Plains campus enrolled 1,878 students.
Springfield seeks public comment on updated stormwater management plan
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A draft of the city of Springfield’s updated Stormwater Management Plan is available for public review and comment through 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13. The plan describes the city’s programs, practices, and goals for addressing the water quality impacts of stormwater runoff over the next five years
Tractors involved in crash after Steam-O-Rama in Halltown
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. (KOAM/KJFX) — Just before midnight Sunday, September 20, 2026, crash occurred on I-44 eastbound involving a semi and a pickup pulling two John Deere tractors.
Catch-a-Crook: Rogersville police looking for burglary suspect
ROGERSVILLE, Mo. (KY3) - The Rogersville Police Department is asking for help identifying a person accused of breaking into a local business, an incident that was caught on surveillance camera. Police say the case started as a burglary investigation. The surveillance footage is from inside the Cozumel Mexican Restauran
Inside Missouri’s ‘African Queen’: $1.2 Million Short-Term Rental Features a 15-Foot Zulu Warrior
Explore Springfield's iconic "African Queen" house, complete with a 15-foot Zulu warrior sculpture, petrified wood, and global decor.
The Missouri Brunch Spot That Has Locals Begging You Not To Share Their Secret
There’s a breakfast pub in Springfield, Missouri that locals have been quietly keeping to themselves, and after you read this, that arrangement is officially over. Early Bird Breakfast Pub is the kind of place that regulars mention in hushed tones, like they’re sharing something precious and slightly dangerous.
KY3 Weather Tour: Check out the fall 2026 schedule
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The KY3 Weather Tour is returning this fall. During the tour, our KY3 meteorologists and other KY3 on-air staff will be at various locations. During our trivia contests, attendees can win KY3 prizes. We will also have:. Free bike helmets, one per child. Live broadcasts during...
Water main break leaves mud behind in Springfield neighborhood
City Utilities crews repaired a broken water main over the weekend near the intersection of Monroe Street and Barnes Avenue, leaving mud and debris across a Springfield neighborhood.
SWMO farmers say drought will affect future crops, even after rain Sunday evening
SOUTHWEST MISSOURI — Even after the Ozarks saw the heaviest rain in about a month and a half Sunday evening, farmers in the area say the long period of heat will still affect crops going into the fall and winter. The storm on Sunday produced about a ¼ of an inch of rain for Curtis […]
Springfield, Missouri proposes update to building codes
The Springfield City Council heard the first reading of an ordinance to update building regulations to the 2024 International Building Codes (IBC), with local amendments and retention of the 2018 Energy Code. The updates are tentatively expected to take effect Jan. 1, 2027. The IBC 2024 update offers new modern...
