Druff’s offers free meals to residents impacted by SNAP cuts
When local residents began losing their SNAP benefits, Druff’s — a downtown Springfield restaurant known for its grilled cheeses and breakfast dishes — quietly opened its doors to anyone who needed a free meal. Owner Kenny McMahon, who has worked at the restaurant since 2021 and purchased it in July 2024, said the...
Fatal vehicle-pedestrian crash under investigation in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Springfield Police Department (SPD) is investigating a fatal vehicle-pedestrian crash that occurred around 7:22 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, on North Kansas Expressway near West Talmage Street. Police said a northbound vehicle on Kansas Expressway struck a person who was crossing the roadway heading...
Motorcycle gang member sent to federal prison for Blue Springs assault on rival
A Springfield man, who was a prospect for the Pagan’s Motorcycle Club, was sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison Tuesday after pleading guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon in aid of racketeering, stemming from a 2022 incident in Blue Springs . Brandon S. Hodge, 26, also known as “Youngblood,”...
Springfield man sentenced for firearm theft connected to shootings
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A Springfield man was sentenced in federal court on Tuesday, Nov. 18, after possessing a stolen firearm involved in two shootings. According to a United States Department of Justice press release, Jayden Isaac Simmonds, 19, was sentenced by Judge M. Douglas Harpool to 63 months in federal prison...
Springfield woman starts front yard food pantry to help those in need
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - During the government shutdown, millions of families had to question where their next meal would come from. While the shutdown is over, one woman’s solution is still going strong with no sign of stopping. What started as a single tote in LeAnne Spencer’s front yard...
Maximizing Profit: Selling Unwanted Clothes for Cash
A couple is preparing to move and has a surplus of clothes they do not wish to take with them. They are seeking advice on the best places to sell these items for cash. Their query sparked a discussion on social media, with various suggestions and experiences shared by the community.
Neo-Nazi celebrates possible role in influencing Antioch High School killer
A notorious neo-Nazi is celebrating his possible role in influencing a deadly school shooting, responds to Phil Williams' reports
Greene County neighborhood faces uncertain water supply due to aging well system
GREENE COUNTY, Mo. (KY3) - For the third time in the last 18 years, a small community in northern Greene County is struggling with its water supply. “I wish we lived closer to a river because I could just go get water. Instead, I have to drive 8 miles to go to the gas station,” said Tracy Archer.
Endangered Silver Advisory issued for missing man in Webster County
Update 5:37 p.m. – The missing person has been found safe. We are taking his name and picture down for privacy reasons. WEBSTER COUNTY, Mo. — The Webster County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) has put out an endangered person advisory for a man who went missing on Monday, Nov. 17. The man was visiting family from […]
Wrecker overturns in serious crash, Webb City driver flown from crash site
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. — About 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, Billings Fire crews were dispatched to overturned wrecker truck crash on Hwy T, 5 miles north of Marionville, Mo.

















