Two seriously injured in late-night motorcycle crash in Springfield
Experts say more than 7 million people older than 65 have an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Rain chances will linger around for the next 5 days. Some areas could pick close to an inch of rainfall. 4th annual USMC Sgt. Mecot Camara Memorial Ruck honors fallen heroes. Updated: 6 hours ago.
Authorities kill black bear believed to have fatally mauled Missouri man in Ark.
Arkansas officials shot and killed a male black bear that they believe fatally mauled a 60-year-old Missouri man last week at his campsite in the Ozark National Forest, authorities said Monday.
Judge sentences St. Joe, Ark., man for killing his wife in 2024
Hunters kill bear believed to have attacked and killed Springfield man camping in Newton Co., Ark. Hunters killed a bear that attacked and killed a Springfield man while camping in Newton County. Updated: 3 hours ago. Federal prosecutors charged a man arrested for a bank robbery in Springfield on Friday.
Douglas County Sheriff searching for fugitive from Ozark
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance in locating Clayton Landrigan, 32, of Ozark, who is wanted on multiple warrants out of Christian County and should be considered dangerous, after he fled into a wooded area on October 5.
Upside Down Mercantile opens new store in Springfield
Upside Down Mercantile, a retail store featuring products selected and created by those with Down syndrome, opened a new, larger location in Springfield on October 1st in celebration of National Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
Last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations, Sept. 29 – Oct. 3
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — These are the Springfield restaurant health code violations for last week, Sept. 29 – October 3. APPLE MARKET – MEAT DEPARTMENT – COUNTY View History500 S MILLER RD WILLARD Map it10/1/2025 2:40:00 PM – Routine Inspection; Result: Active Priority Violations Found: 0Nonpriority Violations Found: 2...
The Sub Shop reopens following a break-in
The Sub Shop in Springfield, Mo. has reopened after being closed for almost a week due to a car crashing into the building, thanks to the support of the community and the hard work of the owner.
MSU’s Natalie Allen receives Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching
Natalie Allen’s years of investment in the Missouri State University community have paid off in spades. Allen, child of two MSU alumni and a Bear herself, earned what she praises as “a great foundational education here in dietetics,” setting her up for a wide-ranging, successful career. After meeting her husband in...
Outdoor event in Springfield highlights inclusion
Police investigating after man found shot in car in SE Portland. Police are investigating a shooting after a man was found suffering from a gunshot wound in his car early Sunday morning. Portland police share video from shootout with suspect at Shell gas station. Updated: 19 minutes ago. |. Portland...
Republic government office driveway to close due to city hall expansion
REPUBLIC, Mo. — A full-access driveway at a government office in Republic will be closed starting on Monday, October 6. According to a City of Republic social media post, the BUILDS Department’s full-access driveway is expected to be closed until Thursday, Nov. 6, for a city hall expansion starting Monday. The BUILDS...

















