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GALLERY: Two in custody after chase near Highlandville
Authorities say two people are in custody following a chase down Highway 65 on Tuesday afternoon that ended near Stutesman Auto Salvage in Highlandville. Christian County Sheriff Brad Cole said his deputies spotted a wanted man driving down the highway and tried to pull that person over, but he sped off and led deputies on […]
New Missouri funding will allow co-responder program in Springfield to expand
Paul Williams is Springfield’s police chief. He describes the city’s mental health co-responder program this way: "Getting law enforcement as initial first responder out of the way, and getting people connected to services and keeping them from having to engage with law enforcement and either being taken to jail or the hospital.”
Woman arrested near Nevada, faces Homicide charge
STONE COUNTY, Mo. (KOAM) — About 7:10 a.m. Tuesday the Stone County Sheriffs Office was dispatched to an address on Elm Springs Road in the northern part of the county in reference to a suspicious situation.
Prosecutors charge Springfield doctor for inappropriate relationship with Springfield Public Schools student
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A Springfield doctor faces sex crime charges for incidents involving a Springfield Public Schools student. Dr. Louis Phillip Krenn, Jr., faces charges of sexual contact with a student and second-degree sexual abuse. A judge ordered his bond at $50,000. Investigators claim the victim was a Springfield...
These 6 older Ozarks homicide cases could go to trial soon. Here's what to know
Several Springfield-area homicide cases with criminal charges dating back to 2020 and older remain open. The COVID-19 pandemic, turnover of judges and attorneys, federal charges and a wide range of continuances have led to delays in court proceedings that may reach their conclusion in the coming days and months. Here are six homicide cases...
Weather Aware Day issued for the Ozarks Friday & Sunday
The Most Accurate Weather Team has issued Weather Aware Day for Friday and Sunday. Waves of active weather will begin across the Ozarks on Wednesday night and end Monday morning. Thursday: Expect a rainy commute Thursday morning. Rain chances will stick around throughout the day, and increase around drivetime Thursday afternoon. Thursday’s storms could produce […]
'I don't think I'm a hero': SPS bus driver who fended off intruder honored by school board
The minute Olinda Osborn's name was called Tuesday evening, the entire Springfield school board meeting erupted in applause. The audience and board members jumped to their feet. Three weeks earlier, Osborn was driving Bus 31 through a neighborhood near Field Elementary when a registered sex offender forced his way on board and went...
Friends of the Library Spring 2024 book sale in Springfield begins
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Grab some discounted books while supporting Springfield-Greene County libraries at the Friends of the Library Spring 2024 book sale. The sale begins on Wednesday. Steve Long is the president of Friends of the Library. He said the profits from this book sale go directly back into...
Meet Me on Main returns to Crane
This Saturday over 40 vendors, visitors and the community will gather on Main Street in Crane for the 2nd Annual Meet Me on Main festival. On April 27, Meet Me on Main will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 6 p.m. It will bring a variety of crafters, artists, school clubs and area businesses lining the street. Businesses on Main Street will also be open during the festival. According to the organizers the festival is about embracing the unique community and artistry found in rural Missouri.
Springfield's Missouri Mike's BBQ & More announces final day will be April 27
Fans of Missouri Mike's BBQ & More have until Saturday to get their barbecue and smoked meat fix. Saturday, April 27, will be Missouri Mike's last day in business, according to a Facebook post. The restaurant, which opened at 2833 W. Chestnut Expressway in 2021, announced the closure this morning...
Bass Pro Fishing Tips: Check out the latest lakes report; insight into a teaser tube
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) — The weekly fishing report is courtesy of Mike Webb, a Bass Pro Shops-sponsored angler and owner of Webb’s Guide Service. Both lakes are fishing great! The fish are shallow. The best baits are slow-moving baits like shakey heads, small jigs, and small tubes. The fish are in the creeks around the pockets. You can also use a jerk bait on windy days.
School Boss Search Remains Tense In Springfield
The search for a new superintendent to head Springfield's school system remains beset by internal arguments. While the issue at hand is the screening committee's not having a student member, the overarching rift between two school committee members has taken focus. Chris Collins chairs an Ad Hoc Superintendent Selection Advisory...
Another subdivision set for Republic — if council approves
Worse traffic congestion on North Main Street a concern if city council OK’s 122-lot development. The first property discussed is five acres and currently zoned medium density single-family with a request to change to high density single-family residential, while the second property is 25 acres of land zoned agricultural with a request to also change to high density single-family residential.
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