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FIRST ALERT WEATHER: A brief cool-down, but still dry

80s return by Friday
Varied amounts of sunshine will lead to a large spread in afternoon temperatures.

Local

A missing person report led to law enforcement finding a body and then a standoff that led to...
3 dead; missing person report led to hours-long standoff in southeast Mo.

National

The air traffic control tower at the Hollywood Burbank Airport had to shut down Monday because...
Flights delayed across US as government shutdown leads to air traffic staffing shortages

Local

Stone County, Mo., deputies respond to suspected homicide in downtown Reeds Spring
Deputies respond to suspected homicide in downtown Reeds Spring

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Ozark County community baby shower connects rural families to important medical information

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Billie Brightman
Families will be provided with information about the care available at local doctors’ offices and the nearest large hospitals.

On Your Side

A Hello Fresh delivery box is shown in San Francisco, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024.

USDA warns that Hello Fresh meals may contain listeria-tainted spinach

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Officials warned people not to eat certain Hello Fresh subscription meal kits containing spinach that may be contaminated with listeria.

Sports

FILE

Ousted Royals fan files lawsuit over 3,000th home run ball

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
A Royals fan has filed a suit against the team over a milestone baseball that was taken from him.

National

FILE - Trucks come and go from the "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center in the...

DOJ contradicts DeSantis: Some detainees at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ likely never in removal proceedings

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
U.S. government lawyers say detainees at the Florida Everglades immigration detention center, known as "Alligator Alcatraz," likely include people who have never been in removal proceedings.

National

FILE - Alex Lifeson, left, and Geddy Lee from the band Rush appear at the 2017 Rock and Roll...

Rush announce reunion tour five years after the death of drummer Neil Peart

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By The Associated Press and MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer
Five years after their influential drummer Neil Peart died of glioblastoma, the band Rush announced a reunion tour.

National

Zach Bryan performs during The Quittin Time Tour at Mercedes Benz Stadium on Saturday, Aug....

Country singer Zach Bryan stirs up controversy slamming ICE in new song

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By CNN Newsource Staff
Zach Bryan shared a snippet of a new song where he slams ICE raids.

Local

Corner of Sunshine and National

New twist in proposed rezoning at National and Sunshine

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
City council vote on the latest rezoning request later this month.

National

A medical helicopter crashed on a highway in California, critically injuring three people...

Motorists lift medical helicopter to rescue woman after crash injuring 3 on Sacramento highway

Updated: 36 minutes ago
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By The Associated Press and HALLIE GOLDEN Associated Press
One of the people injured was trapped underneath the helicopter, but first responders and bystanders were able to push the aircraft off her.

National

Nikki Bettis and her seven youngest children, ages 6 to 14, are paddling the entire length of...

Single mom, 7 kids paddling entire Mississippi River: ‘Your world begins to open up’

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Wafaa Ezzat and Gray News staff
After surviving domestic violence, the mother of 15 says adventure became a way to heal and reconnect with her children.
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Temperatures will range from the upper 60s to lower 80s today, with a few cooler nights ahead.
A brief cool-down

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A person is dead after an hours-long standoff in Mississippi County, Mo.
Sheriff: Person dead after hours-long standoff in southeast Mo.

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KY3's Billie Brightman reports.
Ozark community baby shower connects rural families to important medical information

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A new twist Monday night in a year-long battle over vacant Springfield property.
New twist in proposed rezoning at National and Sunshine

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Strokes becoming increasingly dangerous for people under the age of 45

Strokes becoming increasingly dangerous for people under the age of 45

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Kym Clark and InvestigateTV Staff
People under the age of 45 are experiencing an increase in the likelihood of strokes across the country.

Sports

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the...

Trevor Lawrence’s wild run lifts the Jaguars to a 31-28 win over Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
The crazy ending halted the Jags’ eight-game losing streak to the Chiefs (2-3).

Local

On Your Side: AI scam targets Chiefs fans, cat lovers

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Ashley Reynolds
The viral social media post is a hoax aimed at pulling heartstrings.

National

In this courtroom sketch, Sean Diddy Combs reacts as he makes a statement during his...

Trump says Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs asked him for a presidential pardon

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By The Associated Press and MICHAEL R. SISAK and LARRY NEUMEISTER Associated Press
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyers want the hip-hop mogul sent to a low-security federal prison in New Jersey.

National

Damien Browne, vice president of research and development for PepsiCo's beverages, is...

Gatorade, Cheetos among the Pepsi products getting a natural dye makeover

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By The Associated Press and DEE-ANN DURBIN and TED SHAFFREY Associated Press
PepsiCo announced in April that it would accelerate a planned shift to natural colors in its foods and beverages.

News

SNAP program is funded for now, but WIC could take a hit, if the shutdown continues long-term

Government shutdown causing concerns over SNAP benefits for some in the Ozarks

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Adam Woodbrey
Ozarks Food Harvest talks about the impact of the government shutdown on SNAP benefits.

Local

Firefighters in the Ozarks teach fire safety at schools

Firefighters in the Ozarks teach fire safety at schools

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Nick Kelly
Meteorologist Nick Kelly reports on how one Fire Protection District is helping out.

Local

Breast cancer survivor encourages Missourians to support medical research

Breast cancer survivor encourages Missourians to support medical research

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Hannah Falcon (KY3)
Cancer research funding is on the chopping block as the federal government makes budget cuts.

Local

Community Partnership of the Ozarks needs volunteers for cold-weather shelter sites

Community Partnership of the Ozarks needs volunteers for cold-weather shelters

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The Community Partnership of the Ozarks is preparing for winter. It says volunteers are critically needed for its crisis cold-weather shelter sites.

Local

Springfield PD offering free motorcycle safety course

Springfield Police to host motorcycle safety course for experienced riders

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Time is running out to sign up for the Springfield Police Department’s final motorcycle safety course of the year.

Local

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board announced former parks director Dan Kinney has passed...

Former Springfield-Greene County Parks director dies at age 83

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The Springfield-Greene County Park Board announced former parks director Dan Kinney has passed away. 

On Your Side

Ozarks homeowners face insurance challenges after spring storm season

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Chris Bryant
Many homeowners are still cleaning up from the storms of the spring and summer, and they are surprised by the fine print and coverage of their property when it comes to insurance claims.

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Local

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Springfield Police Department & Crosslines invite you to a day of service

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The Springfield Police Department and Crosslines invite you to participate in a day of service.

Local

Police investigate a crash that injured a pedestrian in Springfield.

Pedestrian hit by truck at busy Springfield intersection

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Police are investigating a crash involving a pedestrian in Springfield that left the victim in critical condition.

Local

Hunters kill bear believed to have attacked and killed Springfield man camping in Newton County, Ark.

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Hunters killed a bear that attacked and killed a Springfield man while camping in Newton County.

Local

FILE - The Supreme Court is seen in the distance, framed through columns of the U.S. Senate at...

Supreme Court rebuffs push to revive Missouri law barring police from enforcing some U.S. gun laws

Updated: Oct. 6, 2025 at 9:16 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
The Supreme Court refused Monday to revive a controversial Missouri gun law that bans police from enforcing some federal firearm laws.

Local

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Federal authorities charge man wanted in Springfield bank robbery

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Federal prosecutors charged a man arrested for a bank robbery in Springfield on Friday.

Sports

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws under pressure from New York Giants...

WHAT TO KNOW: Chiefs looking for 3rd consecutive win this season and 9th in a row against the Jaguars

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
The series has been lopsided lately, with the Chiefs winning eight in a row.

Sports

From left, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise "Hollywood" Brown, wide receiver Xavier...

Report: Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy questionable for matchup against Jaguars

Updated: Oct. 5, 2025 at 9:25 PM CDT
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By Katie Byrd
It’s unsure if Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy will be in for Monday night’s matchup against the Jaguars.

National

Co-owner Marc Ost at Eric's Rx Shoppe holds a box of COVID-19 vaccines as he unpacks a...

CDC stops recommending COVID-19 shots for all, leaves decision to patients

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By The Associated Press and MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer
The government health agency has announced the change Monday.

National

This photo shows the EF5 tornado in North Dakota.

National Weather Service upgrades tornado to EF5, the first in 12 years

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
A deadly tornado that tore across southeastern North Dakota this summer has been upgraded to an EF5 with winds topping 200 mph (322 kph), the strongest classification of tornado and the first on American soil in 12 years, meteorologists said Monday.

National

Taylor Moyer slices strawberries as her youngest son, Bradley, helps put the sliced fruit into...

Government shutdown threatens food aid program relied on by millions of families

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Experts say a food aid program that helps 6 million low-income mothers and young children will run out of federal money unless the government shutdown ends within two weeks.
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