New stoplights on E. Division, even more planned
SPRINGFIELD, MO – Drivers on the city’s northeast side will notice some new sets of stoplights installed on E. Division Street- some much sooner than later. This week, crews completed the installation of new traffic signals on E. Division (Route YY) at the intersection of Eastgate Ave. just east of U.S. 65. The...
Halltown Fire good stop on brake fire, Mount Vernon Fire assist
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. (KOAM) — Halltown Fire Protection District responded Friday evening to a semi truck fire near I44 on 96 highway.
1 dead after police pursuit ends in Greene County
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -A person has died after a police pursuit led to a crash in Greene County Saturday morning. According to the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the crash at around 8:45 a.m. at US 65 and Evans Road. Deputies said they were requested to...
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Arctic blast on the move
The next cold front will stay to the west through the majority of the day, but in the late afternoon and evening, it will push in from a northwest to southeasterly direction.
Huge temp drop Sunday
A strong cold front will bring a 25-30° drop from Saturday to Sunday, with an even colder wind chill.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: A guide to fall leaf clean-up
With a streak of beautiful weather coming to an end, Saturday will be the day for many residents to tackle their fall yard cleanup.
Brutal cold blast expected to hit the Ozarks
A major shake-up in the weather pattern is expected to bring an abrupt end to the week's warmth, with temperatures dropping to the freezing mark and gusty winds making it feel like the 20s, before rebounding to the 60s by mid-week.
Misguided Urban Development: A Tale of Neglect and Misplaced Priorities
The city's approach to urban development has come under scrutiny recently, with critics arguing that the focus on large-scale projects such as river installations and a $60M convention center is misguided. They suggest that these initiatives, while impressive on the surface, do not address the underlying issues...
Sale of carpet squares from the Springfield Airport to benefit local arts nonprofit
If you’re feeling a little sad about the carpet at the Springfield-Branson National Airport going away, you have the chance to have some of it in your home or office. The carpet, which has been in the terminal since it first opened in 2009, features water, rock and grass designs. It's being replaced with terrazzo, a...
Springfield’s most Instagram-worthy dining spots revealed
Visit Springfield has compiled a list of the most picturesque restaurants in the area, perfect for posting on social media, featuring a variety of cuisines and unique settings, including two rooftop bars with stunning views.

















