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Local

Silver Dolalr City Train Derailment. Courtesy: Wolf Railroad Consulting

Officials detail what caused the train derailment at Silver Dollar City last October

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Chris Six and Lauren Schwentker
The Missouri State Fire Marshal’s Office has released what caused the train at Silver Dollar City to derail in October 2022.

Local

Tornado blows through Little Rock, Ark.

Mountain Home, Ark. woman experiences devastating Little Rock tornado

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Michael Hoffman
People are still reeling from the devastation and destruction left in the wake of Friday’s tornado that tore through Arkansas.

Local

According to the Wynne Police Chief, there is “total destruction through out the town”. He...

Coroner: 2 dead following Wynne tornado, curfew in place

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
According to Wynne Police Chief Richard Dennis, there is “total destruction throughout the town.” He added that dozens of people are trapped.

Weather

High winds may cause power outages, travel difficulties and a fire danger.

FIRST ALERT WEATHER: High Winds Tonight-Cooler Saturday

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Ron Hearst
Dry rest of the weekend before another go at storms early next week

Local

Expect lower natural gas bills this summer from Springfield’s City Utilities

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Joe Hickman
If you're a City Utilities customer you can expect to see lower natural gas bills this summer.

Local

Many in Springfield without power, City Utilities crews working to assess the cause/damage

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
High winds may be a factor, as many in Springfield are without power.

Weekend Events

Weekend Events: See what’s happening around the Ozarks

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Nicolette Zangara
Check out these weekend events around the Ozarks.

Local

Gov. Parson signs order, activates state’s Emergency Operations Plan

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Zoe Brown
Today, Missouri Governor Mike Parson signed an executive order activating the state’s Emergency Operations Plan and National Guard in response to severe weather.

Local

Springfield Police Department hosting Citizens Police Academy

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Savannah Harrison
If you want a chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at Springfield Police Department, now’s your chance.

Election Stories

APRIL ELECTION: Candidates for Springfield Council General Seat D discuss issues

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
KY3 News interviewed candidates for Springfield City Council General Seat D. The race features Derek Lee and Bruce Adib-Yazdi.
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Local

Veterinarians urge people to reconsider buying bunnies or chicks for Easter

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Savannah Harrison
Easter is just around the corner, but you should possibly consider not getting bunnies or chicks to celebrate the holiday.

Election Stories

Fair Grove fire Protection District asking for a $3 million bond in April’s election

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Liam Garrity
A bond that would give millions of dollars to the Fair Grove Fire Protection District is on next week's ballot.

Local

Lake Ozark Fire District implements satellite paramedic program

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Marina Silva
It’s the first of its kind here at Lake of the Ozarks and it is a way to get more people willing to drive this ambulance.

Local

Rolla, Mo., soldier 1 of 9 killed in crash involving Black Hawk helicopters

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The U.S. Army identified a Rolla soldier as one of the nine victims killed in a crash involving two Black Hawk helicopters in Kentucky.

News

SPONSORED The Place: Have some family fun this summer at Pomme de Terre Resort

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Alyssa Kelly
Newly-renovated Pomme de Terre Resort has everything you need for your family to have a blast this summer!

Local

First Alert Weather: Tornado Watch issued for much of the Ozarks

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The Storm Prediction Center issued a Tornado Watch for several counties in the Ozarks.

Sports

Chiefs agree to keep camp at Missouri Western through 2024

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
The Chiefs once held training camp in Wisconsin but have called Missouri Western home since 2010.

Local

Missouri Planned Parenthood sues over transgender inquiry

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Missouri’s state attorney general is investigating gender-affirming care provided by Planned Parenthood, according to a lawsuit filed by the St. Louis health provider.

Regional

Construction on Union Station draft stage to begin Sunday

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
Construction of the Draft Theater, which will be built in front of Union Station, will begin on Sunday, April 2.

On Your Side

Hoverboards recalled after two sisters killed in fire

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Debra Worley
More than 50,000 self-balancing scooters/hoverboards have been recalled due to a fire hazard after two girls were killed.

National

Many electric vehicles to lose big tax credit with new rules

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By The Associated Press and TOM KRISHER and FATIMA HUSSEIN
More EVs and parts will be manufactured in the U.S. over time, creating a domestic supply chain and more jobs, the Biden administration said.

Election Stories

APRIL ELECTION: Candidates for Springfield Council Zone 3 discuss issues

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
KY3 News interviewed candidates for Springfield City Council Zone 3. The race features Brandon Jenson and David Nokes.

News

Grilling safety: What you need to know before cooking outdoors

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Kaitlyn Schumacher
It’s that time of year when many of us will spend some time outside. What better way to do that than to fire up the grill?

News

CATCH-A-CROOK: Man suspected in more than a dozen thefts in western Greene County

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 10:28 PM CDT
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By Maria Neider
Investigators say the crimes span several neighborhoods and include stolen firearms.

Sports

Fans at Kauffman share thoughts on downtown baseball, pitch clock

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 10:21 PM CDT
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By Mark Poulose
The Royals hosted the Minnesota Twins for their home opener Thursday afternoon. The Royals lost the game 2-0, but fans are excited about the idea of downtown baseball.

News

Police investigate counterfeit money in Republic, Mo.

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:49 PM CDT
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By Lauren Schwentker
Police in Republic are investigating several bogus bills that turned up at local businesses over the past few months.

Local

Arkansas Gov. Sanders, lawmakers call for $124M tax cut plan

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:29 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
The push for further tax cuts comes after Arkansas ended last fiscal year with a $1.6 billion surplus.

Local

Family of pregnant MoDOT worker killed on the job to proceed with lawsuit

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:04 PM CDT
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By Susan El Khoury
The family of a pregnant MoDOT highway employee killed in a work zone crash will get to continue their wrongful death lawsuit against the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT).

Sports

Springer’s 5 hits help Jays outlast Cards in opener

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 7:59 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Nolan Arenado hit a two-run double in the bottom half off Yimi García (1-0) and had three RBIs.

Sports

Pablo Lopez, Twins’ bullpen blank Royals on opening day

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 7:55 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Salvador Perez and Kyle Isbel had the Royals only hits.

News

Camden County EMA Director reminds you to have a weather plan

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 7:51 PM CDT
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By Marina Silva
Camden County has no public shelters.

Local

New Springfield eateries are entering a workforce-depleted market; what do they do?

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 6:59 PM CDT
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By Joe Hickman
Read how new eateries are fairing as they enter a business world already lacking in workforce numbers.

Local

PICTURES: KY3′s First Alert Weather Tour stops in Weaubleau, Mo.

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
The KY3 First Alert Weather Tour stopped in Weaubleau on Thursday night.

Local

Missouri House bans diversity funding; Senate likely to undo

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:38 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
State lawmakers on Thursday voted along mostly party lines in favor of a proposed $45 billion state budget that blocks funding for staff, vendors, consultants and programs “associated with diversity, equity (and) inclusion” throughout state government and public colleges and universities.

Local

Delays increasing passport wait times ahead of summer vacation

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:32 PM CDT
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By Savannah Harrison
If you’re heading out on a summer vacation out of the country, now is the time to get your passports.

News

On Your Side: 8 ways to save on your summer vacation

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:32 PM CDT
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By Ashley Reynolds
Read the fine print on your travel insurance. You decide if it’s worth it.

Local

Missouri legislature looking to lift some regulations for advanced practice registered nurses

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:08 PM CDT
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By Shoshana Stahl
Health care in Missouri can be hard to access quickly, between wait times and doctor shortages.

News

School resource officers in the Ozarks reassure efforts to keep your kids safe

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 4:37 PM CDT
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By Liam Garrity
Nerves remain raw after a string of hoax calls of shootings in local schools.

Election Stories

Springfield’s Ballot Questions: What do they mean?

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 4:20 PM CDT
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By Savannah Harrison
Election day is April 4. Voters in Springfield have questions about the language on two ballot issues.

Local

Police identify motorcyclist killed in crash at busy Springfield intersection

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 4:17 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
Police say a motorcyclist died from injuries in a crash at a busy Springfield intersection.

Sports

Adam Wainwright performs the National Anthem on Opening Day at Busch Stadium

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 4:08 PM CDT
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By Brenden Schaeffer
Although he won’t deliver any pitches in Thursday’s game between the Cardinals and Blue Jays, Wainwright was on pitch in his delivery of the Star-Spangled Banner during the pre-game ceremonies at Busch Stadium.

Sports

Former Kickapoo High School star, Arkansas Razorbacks forward Trevon Brazile announces future

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 3:53 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
Trevon Brazile suffered a season-ending knee injury in December.

Sports

Royals make Salvador Perez 4th captain in franchise history

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 2:35 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
he Kansas City Royals made seven-time All-Star catcher Salvador Perez the fourth captain in franchise history before their opener against the Minnesota Twins on Thursday, rewarding one of the club’s most popular players with the rare title.

Election Stories

April Election: Candidates for Springfield School Board discuss the issues

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 1:53 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
KY3 News interviewed candidates for Springfield School Board. The race features Landon McCarter, Shurita Thomas-Tate, Judy Brunner, and Chad Rollins.

Taste Of The Ozarks

Taste of the Ozarks: Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 12:26 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
Add seafood to your salad.

Local

Southwest Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison pushes proposed energy package

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:45 AM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
Democrats and Republicans are debating a proposed energy package.

News

Sen. Josh Hawley: “I was the only senator to vote no on that and I would do it again.”

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:39 AM CDT
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By Jackie Garrity
In the wake of Monday’s deadly shooting at a Nashville private Christian school, Missouri Senator Josh Hawkey is calling on the director of the FBI and the head of the Department of Homeland Security to classify the incident as a federal hate crime.

Local

TikTok ban pushed by Missouri’s Hawley blocked in Senate

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:05 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley tried to force a Senate vote Wednesday on legislation that would ban TikTok from operating in the United States, but he was blocked by a fellow Republican as lawmakers in both chambers are still trying to figure out what action, if any, is appropriate against the social media app.

News

Preserving History: Monett Students Design 31 Historical Markers

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 4:44 AM CDT
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By Kaitlyn Schumacher
High school English students and community members came together to create signs marking places of historical significance.

Sports

In his footsteps: Cardinals’ Contreras honors Yadi with special cleats for opening day

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 11:08 PM CDT
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By Brenden Schaeffer
Thursday will be a culmination of a dream many months in the making for Contreras as the longtime Cub will have a sea of red ready to embrace him in full force for the first time. When the moment arrives, Contreras has planned a special way of showing his awareness and appreciation for the big shoes he’ll be stepping into as the franchise catcher in St. Louis.
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