South & Central Missouri Under Severe Thunderstorm Watch Until 6 PM
Springfield, MO – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect for much of southern and central Missouri through 6 p.m. CDT Saturday, as forecasters warn of storms capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and frequent lightning across the region. According to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction...
Seymour woman dies after train collision in Webster County
A Seymour woman was killed late Thursday morning, October 16, 2025, when her vehicle collided with a train west of Seymour in Webster County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 10:54 a.m. on Box School Loop, about 20 feet west of Seymour. The Patrol said a southbound 2001...
On Your Side: Medicare scams
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Medicare enrollment is underway. “You will be getting calls. You will be getting emails. It can be difficult to know what’s legit,” said Steve Weisman with Scamicide. Insurance brokers are not supposed to cold-call you. You might get a call from a legitimate broker...
Crosslines opens applications for holiday food and toy assistance program
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Crosslines has begun accepting applications for its annual Holiday Food and Toy Assistance Program as the organization prepares for another year of increased demand from families in need. The community organization serves nearly 70,000 people annually through its food pantry, food...
Dickerson Park Zoo mourns loss of beloved bald eagle Phoenix
Phoenix, the iconic bald eagle at Dickerson Park Zoo, was humanely euthanized on October 14, 2025, after years of receiving care for age-related joint issues, and had been an ambassador for bald eagle conservation for decades.
Open Your Homes and Hearts: The Dogs Of Springfield, MO Need You!
Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to springfield..
MoDOT prepares for winter weather with statewide drill
MoDOT crews are preparing for winter weather by conducting an annual drill to train employees on how to operate snow plows and salt spreaders, as well as testing emergency communications systems.
Friday marks 50 years since disappearance of Shirley Jane Rose
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Friday marks 50 years since the disappearance of Shirley Jane Rose in Springfield. On Oct. 17, 1975, 9-year-old Rose was abducted while walking to her home at 1309 S. Scenic Avenue from her grandmother’s house at 865 S. West Avenue, according to investigators. Almost two months...
Four People Hurt in Merriam Woods Crash
A head-on collision in Merriam Woods between two SUV’s results in four injuries. According to the report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around on State Highway 176 near Quarry Road when a vehicle driven by a 29-year-old Branson man crossed the center line and hit a vehicle driven by a...
Share the Harvest program continues 33-year mission to feed Missouri families
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Share the Harvest program enters its 33rd year of connecting Missouri hunters with families in need, creating a partnership that transforms hunting success into community support. Just outside of Sparta, Oldfield Processing, LLC, is fast at work. “I’ve got some good help, I really do....
