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Greene County holds dedication for judicial courts expansion project

Greene County celebrates completion of judicial courts expansion project

Updated: 19 minutes ago
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By KY3 Staff
Greene County officials hosted a formal cornerstone dedication ceremony for their judicial courts expansion project.

Weather

Mild Tuesday afternoon with highs in the lower 70s

FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Mild Tuesday before temperatures drop again

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Nick Kelly
Cold front arrives Wednesday...

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Korth Senior Closing Doors in Stockton

Senior center in Stockton, Mo., to close by end of month

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Ashley Berry
The Korth Senior Center in Stockton will close Nov. 25, with the last in-person meal service on Nov. 24, the center announced Saturday.

Local

Suspect in Lawrence County animal abuse investigation faces more charges

Woman charged in Lawrence County animal abuse case where over 170 animals were seized faces more charges

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The woman at the center of an animal abuse investigation in Lawrence County is facing more charges.

Local

Is Missouri’s abortion fight over?

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Hannah Falcon (KY3)
Missourians have now voted twice to secure abortion access in the state constitution and to stop lawmakers from undoing their votes. But is the decades-long fight over?

Local

27-year-old Austin Boggs of Sarcoxie, MO. is one of six people accused in the case.

Charges filed in Lawrence County for crimes targeting Amish property

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Adam Woodbrey
Multiple people in Lawrence County face charges in connection with property damage and a stolen Amish buggy.

On Your Side

On Your Side: IRS releases tax inflation adjustments for tax year 2027

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The IRS is raising some tax deductions and credits to account for inflation, and the changes could affect how you plan for next year.

On Your Side

Spire building

On Your Side: Spire seeks a rate increase of up to 11%; how you can weigh in

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Frances Watson
The company, which says it serves more than 1.2 million customers in Missouri, filed its request with the Missouri Public Service Commission on Nov. 2.

Local

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Leaders in Springfield highlight importance of Children’s Grief Awareness Month

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
November is Children’s Grief Awareness Month. It’s a time to shine a light on the pain many kids experience.

Local

Two people diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes start a foundation for families in the Ozarks

Ozarks Tee 1 D Diabetes Foundation offers events for families living with Type 1 diabetes

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Emma McDaris
Two people diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes started a foundation for families in the Ozarks.
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Man who died in West Plains, Mo., shooting identified

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The man who died in a West Plains shooting on Oct. 30 has been identified by police.

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4 people riding 3-wheeler crash in Polk County

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Four people were sent to the hospital after a crash involving a three-wheeler in Polk County Sunday night.

News

FILE - The OpenAI logo is displayed on a cell phone in front of an image generated by...

Nonprofit founder offers AI safety workshops for users in Springfield

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Jazlyn Summers
All About AI airs on KY3 Streaming every Friday at 7:30 p.m.

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Check out the sights from the 2025 Downtown Springfield Christmas parade.

2026 Christmas Parades List: See the list for this holiday season

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Communities across the Ozarks are preparing to host Christmas parades.

Local

The Izard County Sheriff’s Office said Monday that it has forwarded all reports about dogs at...

Sheriff: Reports on dogs at Melbourne home forwarded to prosecuting attorney

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By K8 Newsdesk
The Izard County Sheriff's Office says reports about dogs at a Melbourne home have been sent to the prosecuting attorney's office for review.

Leigh's Lost and Found

The female dog was hanging around Springfield's police headquarters

Leigh’s Lost and Found: Red Heeler found hanging around Springfield Police Department

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Leigh Moody
Animal control trapped the female Red Heeler around police headquarters in Springfield

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Kevin Chapman, owner of Willow Green Acres in Rogersville, said he has lost some plants to dry...

Rogersville, Mo., nursery owner expects usual Christmas tree supply despite dry weather

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Phil Rodriguez
Kevin Chapman, owner of Willow Green Acres in Rogersville, said he has lost some plants to dry weather but expects to sell about the same number of Christmas trees as usual this year.

Local

Lebanon, Mo., man dies from injuries in motorcycle crash

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 7:24 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
A man from Lebanon has died from his injuries after a crash in Miller County Saturday night.

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Christian County Cares sees record demand for Christmas assistance, seeks donors

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 6:59 PM CST
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By Ciara Folkerts
Christian County Cares is seeing record demand for its Christmas assistance program, and organizers are concerned they may not have enough donors to help every child who applies.

Local

Boiling Water, Photo Date: April 22, 2020

West Plains boil water advisory upgraded to order after treatment plant equipment failure

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 4:08 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff and Phil Rodriguez
Utilities crews in West Plains said Sunday that the citywide Boil Water Advisory has been upgraded to a Boil Water Order.

Local

Molly Lewis and Isabel “Izzy” Warren (Courtesy: Pulaski County Sheriff's Office)

FOUND SAFE: Pulaski County deputies safely locate girls

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 3:51 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office said they safely located two girls Sunday after they ran away from a residential treatment facility.

Sports

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) is tackled by New York Jets cornerback...

Kenneth Walker scores 3 TDs as the Chiefs roll past the woeful Jets to end their 2-game skid

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 3:45 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
The Chiefs have beaten New York in each of their last three meetings.

Local

A deer that appears sick may raise concerns in hunters about chronic wasting disease, but an...

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission offers free CWD testing

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 3:37 PM CST
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By Andrew Reneau
A deer that appears sick may raise concerns in hunters about chronic wasting disease, but an Arkansas Game and Fish Commission biologist said looks alone cannot confirm an infection.

Sports

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No. 9 Virginia shows off its balance with 5 in double figures in a win over No. 12 Arkansas

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 3:06 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Miikka Muurinen, a 7-footer from Finland, scored 12 points for Arkansas, including an emphatic one-handed dunk in the second half.

Local

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Teen flown to hospital after ATV crash in Camden County

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 3:02 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
A 16-year-old boy was airlifted after an ATV crash in Camden County Saturday evening.

News

The Siloam Springs Police Department announced Saturday evening a search warrant for Lucas...

Man wanted for deadly shooting in Arkansas arrested in St. Louis City

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM CST
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By First Alert 4 Staff
A man wanted in connection with a deadly shooting in Arkansas was arrested in St. Louis City Sunday, according to police.

Local

Logan-Rogersville Fire Protection District shares tips on decorating this holiday season safely

Logan-Rogersville FPD shares tips on safely decorating this holiday season

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 12:34 PM CST
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By Zoe Mowery
The holidays are right around the corner. And as we all pull out the totes of decorations, the Logan-Rogersville Fire Protection District has safety tips to help you avoid calling their department this season.

Weekend Events

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Weekend Events: What’s happening across the Ozarks

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 12:22 PM CST
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By Garrett Hamilton
Here’s a look at what’s happening in the Ozarks.

Sports

Kansas City Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes throws during the first half of an NFL football game...

The Chiefs welcome the Jets to Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday with both teams desperate for a win

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 9:28 AM CST
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By The Associated Press
The Chiefs would have a hard time finding a better get-right opponent than the Jets on Sunday.

Local

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‘Love Island USA’ casting team seeks Kansas City singles for Season 9

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 9:13 AM CST
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By Sarah Motter
The "Love Island USA" casting team is seeking Kansas City singles for Season 9.

News

Women veterans and their friends carried on a 20-year old tradition Saturday, laying rose...

Branson ceremony honors women veterans with rose petals

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 12:16 AM CST
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By Phil Rodriguez
Women veterans and their friends carried on a 20-year old tradition Saturday, laying rose petals in water to remember those they’ve lost, and honor those still serving.

Sports

Missouri State Head Coach Casey Woods

Lyons runs for career-high 216 yards and Czeremcha kicks late FG to lift FIU over Missouri State

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 11:10 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Henry Belin threw for 225 yards for Missouri State (3-6, 2-2).

Local

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Man accused of ramming Nixa, Mo., police car after fleeing stop sentenced to federal prison

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 10:03 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
A man has been sentenced after fleeing a traffic stop in 2025, during which he hit his car into a Nixa Police vehicle.

Local

Dedication ceremony held for new Veterans’ monument in Bolivar, Mo.

Dedication ceremony held for new Veterans’ monument in Bolivar, Mo.

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 9:32 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
The Bolivar community recognized a project that’s been five years in the making.

Local

Veterans Day: Check out the list of veteran events in the Ozarks

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 7:13 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Here’s a look at events in the Ozarks this Veterans Day.

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Springfield advocates raise awareness of veteran homelessness at Veterans Day parade

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 6:28 PM CST
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By Ciara Folkerts
As crowds gathered for Springfield’s Veterans Day parade, local advocates called attention to a challenge some veterans face after their service.

Local

Deer hit by car flies into another vehicle, killing Missouri man

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 6:12 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
A Missouri man is dead after a deer that was hit by a car flew into his vehicle Thursday night.

Sports

Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield walks onto the field to check on an injured player during an...

Byrum Brown’s 300 yards of total offense power Auburn in victory over Arkansas

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 4:56 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Arkansas quarterback KJ Jackson improved as the game progressed, going 14 for 30 with 188 yards.

Sports

Missouri running back Jamal Roberts (20) runs during the first half of an NCAA college...

No. 10 Texas scores three unanswered TDs in the second half to rally past No. 19 Missouri

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 3:27 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Simmons finished with 252 yards passing and two touchdowns for the Tigers, though a lot of it came on a 75-yard TD pass to Naeshaun Montgomery.

Local

Businesses weigh construction impacts as MoDOT begins East Sunshine Street project

Businesses weigh construction impacts as MoDOT begins East Sunshine Street project

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 10:29 PM CST
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By Travia Forte
Construction crews broke ground Monday on a $10.4-million project along East Sunshine Street, and businesses along the route said they understand the work needs to be done.

Sports

Saint Louis' Amari McCottry (4) heads to the basket as Missouri's Bryson Tiller defends during...

McCottry and Sharma score 17 apiece, Saint Louis makes 14 3s to topple Missouri

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 10:12 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
It was only the fourth meeting in the last 46 years in an in-state rivalry that dates to 1931 that Mizzou leads 21-20.

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Robert Kalbach, 21, of Dittmer, Mo, is charged with first-degree murder, first-degree assault,...

Suspect shot 2 men in High Ridge after eggs were thrown at his car, police say

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 8:30 PM CST
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By First Alert 4 Staff
A man is facing charges, accused in a shooting that left one person dead in High Ridge on Thursday night

Local

The law went into effect November 1st and will continue to be in effect until March 2027.

Missouri Cold Weather Rule in effect until March

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 7:22 PM CST
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By Connor Trett
The law went into effect on November 1st and will continue to be in effect until March 2027.

Local

2 dead in plane crash near Lake of the Ozarks, MSHP says (Courtesy: Missouri State Highway...

Victims in plane crash near Lake of the Ozarks identified

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 7:02 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
The two victims who died in a plane crash near the Lake of the Ozarks on Tuesday have been identified.

Local

Historic Springfield Wagon, mail hack on display at Library Station

Historic Springfield Wagon, mail hack on display at Library Station

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:25 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Two historic horse-drawn vehicles, including a Springfield-made wagon, are on display at the Library Station as part of a loan from the History Museum on the Square.

Sports

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Friday Night Football: Check out scores and highlights from district semifinal play in the Ozarks

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:21 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
District high school football moves to the semifinal round.

Local

Courtesy: Linden Stackley

DEK of Hearts hits streaming milestone with ‘Pieces of Us’, releases original holiday single

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:02 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Reflection is at the heart of two major new releases from Nashville-based country trio DEK of Hearts, featuring Marshfield native Kollin Bailey alongside bandmates Emily Clapp and Dylan John.

Local

The number in an Instagram post ranking Springfield 12th among America's "most dangerous...

Instagram post ranking Springfield as a “most dangerous college town” uses citywide crime data

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:18 PM CST
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By Phil Rodriguez
The number in an Instagram post ranking Springfield 12th among America’s “most dangerous college towns” is real. But it counts crime across the entire city, not just at Missouri State University, where the school’s logo appears beside the ranking.

Local

Edina Sentinel calls on hunters to watch for human remains amid Lindsey Watts case

Missouri newspaper calls on hunters to watch for human skeletal remains amid Lindsey Watts case

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:14 PM CST
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By Ashley Berry
Hunters are being asked to stay alert for what could be human skeletal remains while in the woods and remote areas this hunting season amid the disappearance of Lindsey Watts.

Local

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Why squirrels can cause brief power interruptions in the fall

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:08 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
A brief power interruption can be frustrating, but it may be a sign that electrical equipment is working as designed.
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