Early morning fire prompts multi-agency response in Christian County
SPARTA, Mo. — Fire crews from multiple agencies responded early Tuesday to a house fire in Sparta in Christian County. Authorities said the fire broke out near the intersection of Hilltop Avenue and Millbrooke Drive. The call for the fire reportedly came in shortly after 3 a.m. Responders working to contain and...
Record-breaking cold gives way, details when you can expect snow to melt
Springfield and surrounding areas have reached record lows, with a feels-like temperature of -23, but relief is on the way as winds shift and temperatures are expected to rise to near 40 degrees by Wednesday.
Shooting in south Springfield, one injured
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Police are investigating a reported shooting late Monday in south Springfield that left at least one person injured, authorities said. Emergency services were called around 10:45 p.m. to the 3600 block of South Parklane Avenue after reports that someone had been shot, according to officials. Police...
City & County crews working to clear priority roads
City and county crews are working to clear roads and highways of snow in Springfield and Greene County, prioritizing heavily used areas and advising drivers to keep their distance from snow removal trucks.
American Adds New Seasonal Route
Service will operate on Saturdays during the summer.
Ozarks Unsolved Digital Extra: Brenda Dunham’s disappearance remains unsolved after nearly 41 years
Ozarks Unsolved Digital Extra: Brenda Dunham’s disappearance remains unsolved after nearly 41 years.
65-year-old man dies after escaping west Springfield house fire
A 65-year-old died after escaping a house fire in the early hours of Friday, Jan. 23. Springfield Fire Department responded about 3 a.m. Jan. 23 to the 600 block of North Kansas Expressway in west Springfield, according to a SFD news release. Upon arrival, firefighters found the home on fire and Paul Smart, 65,...
Dangerous cold this week after heavy snow
Snow totals ranged from 4″ to 7″ in Central Missouri, 6″ to 10″ in Southern Missouri, and over 10″ for parts of Northwest Arkansas. The snow is a mess to deal with, and it will be on the ground for several days. How long until it’s all gone? See more here. Additionally, Springfield broke the […]
Woman, 3-day-old baby escape home after man keeps them captive
A woman and her three-day-old child had to escape from a Greene County home after a man was preventing them from leaving, according to the Greene County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded about 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, to the 9700 block of E. Farm Road 156 in Rogersville to a report of domestic assault, according to...
John Goodman to host concert for the Route 66 centennial celebration in Springfield
The National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration will be held in Springfield from April 30 to May 3, 2026, featuring talent such as John Goodman, Little Big Town, and more.
