Maysville
CRIME & SAFETY
30 years later, Missouri man convicted of murder granted new hearing
An evidentiary hearing is set to take place in Maysville, Missouri, this summer in the case of a Missouri man who has been in prison for 33 years over the death of his wife. Ken Middleton was charged with first-degree murder after his wife died from a gunshot wound in 1990. He has maintained his innocence ever since, including in a 2004 plea deal opportunity that would have allowed him to walk free had he formally admitted guilt.
Cameron solicitation potentially illegal
CAMERON, MO - Police in Cameron say drivers with Florida license plates are posing as Direct TV employees, soliciting door-to-door. According to a post Saturday, those confronted do not have a solicitor license from City Hall. Police say they are looking for the individuals in question. A door-to-door license must...
Lathrop man injured in Highway 36 crash near Stewartsville
A single-vehicle accident on Highway 36 resulted in moderate injuries for a Lathrop man on May 17. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Scott C. Wooten, 54, was driving a 2016 Toyota Tacoma westbound on Highway 36, three miles west of Stewartsville. The accident occurred at approximately 7:57 p.m. when the vehicle traveled off the south side of the roadway, struck a ditch, and overturned, coming to rest on its wheels facing north.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.