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Local

Republic car vandalism. Courtesy: Calie Nordby

Neighbors in Republic react to weekend string of car vandalism; police investigating

Updated: moments ago
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By KY3 Staff and Charmelle O'Dell
Republic Police are investigating several reports of vandalism to cars in the area.

Weather

Yesterday's highs will be reached around lunchtime, with afternoon readings 7-10 warmer.

FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Keep the Umbrella Handy This Week

Updated: 14 minutes ago
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By Ron Hearst
First Alert Weather Day Friday

Local

A gavel and handcuffs

Republic, Mo. man pleads guilty to illegally possessing fentanyl and several guns

Updated: 17 minutes ago
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By KY3 Staff
A man from Republic pled guilty in federal court Monday for illegally possessing fentanyl and several guns.

News

Child experts say there are several things you should skip at yard sales.

On Your Side: Child experts say don’t buy these five things at garage sales

Updated: 23 minutes ago
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By Ashley Reynolds
We won’t state the obvious, but there are a few items you might not know that no matter the deal, you should walk away.

Local

Family still asking for thorough investigation after 19-year-old dies in rural Missouri

Family still asking for thorough investigation after 19-year-old dies in rural Missouri

Updated: 28 minutes ago
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By Deion Broxton
Family, friends and activists rallied Sunday afternoon in Downtown St. Louis for a 19-year-old who died in rural Missouri in 2021.

Local

Battle among Republicans in Missouri State Senate heightens with party punishments.

Missouri state senators stalling budget discussions

Updated: 30 minutes ago
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By Joe McLean (KY3)
Missouri Lawmakers have just two weeks left before they’re expected to deliver a budget to the governor, but progress is seemingly stalled in the Senate.

Local

The Jewish holiday of Passover starts begins at sundown on Monday.

Passover begins for the Jewish community

Updated: 49 minutes ago
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By KY3 Staff
The Jewish holiday of Passover starts begins at sundown on Monday.

Local

The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program will provide families $120 for each...

State accepting applications for grocery benefits program

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By K8 Newsdesk
The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program will provide families $120 for each eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out.

Local

Mecole Hardman in Nixa going over his life story for charity

Kansas City Chiefs’ Mecole Hardman appears in Nixa for Care to Learn event

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Michael Hoffman
A Kansas City Chiefs star headlined a charity event this evening in Nixa.

Local

(AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)

Missouri lawmakers again try to kick Planned Parenthood off Medicaid

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Lawmakers in Missouri are trying to defund Planned Parenthood by taking it off Medicaid rolls, even for the most basic of health care services. It’s a move they’ve tried for years in a state where almost all abortions are banned.
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Local

Fort Leonard Wood changes its gate policy after 60-day reevaluation

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff and Marina Silva
Fort Leonard Wood staff is changing the hours of one of its gates, again.

Local

Here’s a natural, easy-to-make mold stain remover. It contains no bleach that can ruin fine...

Queen of Clean: Mold and mildew remover

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Here’s a natural, easy-to-make mold stain remover. It contains no bleach that can ruin fine finishes.

News

Thousands of people poured into Poplar Bluff ahead of the total solar eclipse.

145K visitors in Poplar Bluff for eclipse weekend, chamber of commerce says

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Amber Ruch
The Poplar Bluff Chamber of Commerce released the number of visitors they say during the total solar eclipse weekend.

Local

KY3 Digital Extra: Springfield Police Department discusses responsible gun ownership

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Jackie Garrity
KY3's Jackie Garrity discusses gun safety with the Springfield Police Department's Cris Swaters.

Leigh's Lost and Found

Animal control thinks the Lhasa Apso is four to five years old

Leigh's Lost and Found: Looking for the owner of an older Lhasa Apso

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Leigh Moody
Animal control says the Lhasa Apso found on Nichols street is at least five to six years old

Local

Courtesy: Bass Pro Shops

Imagine Dragons announces tour stop in the Ozarks

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Imagine Dragons will unveil their anxiously awaited sixth full-length album in June.

News

Kevin Johnson was charged after a 9-year-old was pinned between two vehicles.

Man charged after 9-year-old critically injured after being pinned between vehicles in St. Louis

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By First Alert 4 Staff
Police are investigating after a 9-year-old child was pinned between two vehicles during a crash Sunday where the driver fled the scene.

Local

Ozark Foods Group will run the plant, which is owned by Searcy County.  Renovations to the...

Former shirt factory in Marshall, Ark., to see new life

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Chris Bryant
Ozark Foods Group will run the plant, which Searcy County owns.

Local

Baxter County resident donates money for body armor for deputies

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Baxter County sheriff’s deputies will receive new body armor vests thanks to a resident’s donation.

Local

An Arkansas teen is in custody on a first-degree murder charge in connection with the fatal...

Arkansas teen held on murder charge after fatal shooting outside party after high school prom

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
An Arkansas teen is in custody on a first-degree murder charge in connection with the fatal shooting of a high school senior outside a party early Sunday following a high school prom.

Health and Wellness

Sharlin health offers MRI’s for only $499 and has a team of experts that will guide you...

Sponsored: Sharlin Health Advanced Imaging

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Sharlin health offers MRI’s for only $499 and has a team of experts that will guide you through the process.

The Place

Easterseals Midwest works with individuals in our area with disabilities to make a difference...

Sponsored: Easterseals Midwest

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Easterseals Midwest works with individuals in our area with disabilities to make a difference in their lives.

Rides & Drives

Harley Davidson is an American classic, and they have some big changes for 2024, We visit with...

Sponsored: Lake of the Ozarks Harley Davidson

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Harley Davidson is an American classic, and they have some big changes for 2024, We visit with Lake of the Ozarks Harley Davidson to go over their new models.

Out & About

Buckle Up Western Store has some fun new fashion for spring.

Sponsored: Buckle Up Western Store

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Buckle Up Western Store has some fun new fashion for spring.

Local

Man hit by a pickup truck at the intersection of High Street and Franklin Avenue.

Man hit by a pickup truck in Springfield, Mo.

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The man is in a Springfield hospital with serious injuries

News

Judge Wendy Garrison talks about the lives she has seen changed through the jail diversion...

Springfield City Council discussing implementation of a jail diversion program to prevent unnecessary sentencing

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Reagan Di Trolio
Springfield City Council is discussing multiple agenda items on Monday night, including possibly re-establishing a jail diversion program.

Local

Springfield Police investigating shots fired near N. Yates Street in north Springfield.

Police investigating multiple shots fired in north Springfield

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff and Charmelle O'Dell
Two people are in custody and one suspect is on the run after multiple shots fired this morning in north Springfield.

News

Arkansas State Police say a man suspected of killing a teenager outside a party following the ...

ASP: Suspect in custody following deadly prom after-party shooting

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 5:22 PM CDT
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By K8 Newsdesk
Arkansas State Police say a man suspected of killing a teenager outside a party following the Helena-West Helena Central High School prom has been arrested.

News

FILE

Kansas City leaders speak out after Mayor Q’s call for ‘lawfully present’ migrants

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 2:46 PM CDT
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By Sarah Motter
More officials have spoken out since Mayor Quinton Lucas called on immigrants to head toward Kansas City to help with an ongoing labor shortage.

Local

A 30-second clip showed Crawford County deputies Zack King and Levi White and Mulberry Police...

2nd former Arkansas officer pleads guilty to civil rights charge from violent arrest caught on video

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 11:45 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
A second former Arkansas law enforcement officer has pleaded guilty to violating the civil rights of a man he repeatedly punched during a violent arrest in 2022 that was caught on video and shared widely.

Local

Record Store Day 2024 at Stick It In Your Ear

Springfield music store sees record turnout on yearly Record Store Day

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 11:17 AM CDT
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By Chris Six
Saturday marks one of the biggest days of the year for audiophiles and music lovers, Record Store Day.

Local

Law enforcement and marijuana dispensaries in the Ozarks warn of potential danger of Delta 8 THC products

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 11:01 PM CDT
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By Michael Hoffman
Missourians have been able to buy marijuana legally for over a year, but there is one THC product that is unregulated but legal: Delta 8.

Sports

Kansas City Royals' Salvador Perez (13) celebrates with Vinnie Pasquantino (9) after hitting a...

Kimbrel gets 422nd save, Santander hits 3 doubles and Orioles beat Royals

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 10:37 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Salvador Perez tied his career high with five RBIs for the Royals, who tried to overcome a 7-0 deficit and hit a game-ending flyout to Colton Cowser in front of the left-field warning track.

Local

People who think they are being scammed asked to call police.

Bolivar Police Department searching for two involved in counterfeit money scheme

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 10:30 PM CDT
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By Charmelle O'Dell
Police in Bolivar are warning residents about counterfeit money circulating the city.

Local

 Former Arkansas Sen. David Pryor (University of Arkansas)

Former Arkansas governor, U.S. Sen. David Pryor dies at 89

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 3:53 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Former Arkansas governor and U.S. Sen. David Pryor, has died. He was 89.

Local

(l to r) Judges Stretch Rumaner, Josh Capon and Marissa Gencarelli talk with Joe Sasto, Aarti...

Several Joplin, Mo. restaurants featured in new Food Network series

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 3:36 PM CDT
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By Chris Six
A small town in southwest Missouri made national news Friday night on a new Food Network show, “Best Bite in Town.”

Local

Springfield hosting drop-off depot for residents to recycle hard to dispose of items

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 2:45 PM CDT
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By Savannah Harrison
The city of Springfield is hosting two Drop-Off Depots as part of Clean Green Springfield, all for locals to dispose of items that are hard to get rid of.

Local

Mid-Missouri teenager dies after head-on crash involving a wrong-way driver

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 11:15 AM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
A teenager has died, and two other people have been injured after a head-on crash involving a wrong-way driver on Friday evening.

Local

Fatal crash

Nevada, Mo. man dies after single-car crash; passenger taken to a Springfield hospital by helicopter

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 10:34 AM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
One man has died, and a woman is in serious condition after a single-car crash near Nevada overnight.

Weekend Events

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Weekend Events: What’s happening across the Ozarks

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 10:08 AM CDT
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By Nicolette Zangara
Here’s a look at what’s happening in the Ozarks.

Sports

St. Louis Cardinals' Willson Contreras is tagged out by Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher...

William Contreras drives in 2 runs for Brewers in a win over Cardinals in 10 innings

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 10:40 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
St. Louis lost for the fourth time in six games and has failed to score more than three runs in a game during that span.

Sports

Kansas City Royals' Nelson Velazquez, left, and Michael Massey celebrate after scoring on a...

Pasquantino, Melendez homer as Royals win and stop Orioles' 4-game winning streak

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 10:29 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
MJ Melendez sparked a five-run sixth with an RBI single that ended an 0-for-23 slide.

Local

Fisherman disobeyed fishing limits on Roaring River

Missouri Department of Conservation reminds fishermen of fish limits after trout hoarding investigation

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 10:01 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
The Missouri Department of Conservation is reminding people to check fishing rules and limits before their next catch.

Local

Benjamin Sugg

Teenager sentenced in deadly drunken-driving crash killing a Rogersville High School student

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 9:44 PM CDT
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By Chris Six and Michael Hoffman
A teenager charged in the death of 17-year-old Gavaan Vehr was sentenced in court Friday afternoon.

Ozarks Unsolved

Ozarks Unsolved: Dr. John Forsyth

OZARKS UNSOLVED UPDATE: Medical examiner rules death of Dr. John Forsyth as a suicide

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 9:22 PM CDT
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By Chris Six
The Arkansas State Crime Lab medical examiner has ruled the death of Doctor John Forsyth as a suicide.

Local

Bicycle crash in Springfield

Child taken to hospital after crash involving a car and a bicycle in north Springfield

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 8:34 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
Springfield police are investigating a crash involving a child on a bicycle and a car Friday evening.

Local

FILE - The Missouri Capitol is seen, Sept. 16, 2022, in Jefferson City, Mo. Missouri lawmakers...

Missouri lawmakers expand private school scholarships backed by tax credits

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 7:30 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Missouri lawmakers on Thursday passed a bill to expand private school scholarships statewide.

Local

FILE - People cast their ballots at the National World War I museum on Election Day, Nov. 3,...

Missouri voters likely to see these three questions on November ballot

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 6:21 PM CDT
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By Joe McLean (KY3)
Three big questions are likely to go before Missouri voters this year.

Local

Bass Pro eliminates jobs at trio of boat manufacturing plants in the Ozarks

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 6:07 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff and Joe Hickman
Bass Pro eliminate jobs this week at its Tracker boat plants across the Ozarks.

Local

The Environmental Protection Agency reports 6-10 percent of the nation's public drinking water...

Springfield City Utilities working to make sure drinking water is safe

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 5:29 PM CDT
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By Lauren Schwentker
It’s all to meet federal standards on chemicals often found in lakes, rivers, and other sources of drinking water.
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