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Heat dome builds in central US, forcing some schools to close
Over 56 million Americans are being urged to be cautious on Monday as high temperatures and extreme heat builds in the Central U.S. Millions of residents along the Mississippi River, from the Twin Cities to northeast Missouri, are under an excessive heat warning. The high temperature in Minneapolis is expected to reach the low 90s on Monday, but due to high humidity, the head index could top 105.
Missouri Highway Patrol Warns About School’s Most Dangerous Hour
It's hard to believe that we're so far through the summer months that Missouri is within a couple of weeks of back-to-school activities. That's one reason why the Missouri Highway Patrol has issued some stern reminders about the best ways to keep your kids safe and the "most dangerous hour" during that time.
A Rare and Odd Earthquake Just Shook Bull Shoals Lake in Missouri
Southern Missouri is one of the most seismically-active areas in America, so it's not strange for earthquakes to happen in that region. They happen all the time, but I cannot remember one centered in Bull Shoals Lake in Missouri like the one that just hit late Saturday night. The USGS...
Missouri State Highway Patrol urges safety for Labor Day holiday
MISSOURI (KOAM) -- "In Missouri, 15 people died and 477 were injured in 1,058 traffic crashes over the 2023 Labor Day holiday. This means one person was killed or injured every 9.5 minutes," according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Enhance your landscape with native seedlings from MDC’s state forest nursery
(KOAM) - The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering native tree and shrub seedlings through its George O. White State Forest Nursery. These low-cost seedlings are ideal for reforestation, windbreaks, erosion control, and improving wildlife habitat and private property.
Chiefs UDFA Standout Carson Steele Messages Fans Ahead of Roster Cutdown
Kansas City Chiefs UDFA running back/fullback Carson Steele has become the star of the 2024 preseason period in KC. After his latest highlight-reel play on August 22, Steele appears to be a “lock” to make the active roster, but nothing is guaranteed until the Chiefs submit their initial 53 on August 27. The rookie messaged his followers on X ahead of Tuesday’s moment of truth.
Oregon woman dead after fatal two car wreck
(HOLT COUNTY, Mo.) According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop H, a two-vehicle wreck half a mile southeast of Oregon took the life of one local woman. MSHP says a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu driven by 21-year-old Chelsey Guyer from Fillmore, Missouri, was traveling northbound on US Highway 59 when it crossed the center line. The vehicle then struck the front driver's side of a 2018 Ford Ecosport driven by 57-year-old Angela Woods from Oregon, causing both vehicles to travel off the roadway.
Cardinals Catcher Called Up From Triple-A
Cardinals catcher Ivan Herrera has been called up to the majors to serve as backup catcher after the injury to Willson Contreras. After beginning the season as the Cardinals backup catcher, Herrera was sent to Triple-A in June following a return from injury and was not recalled until August 25. In the meantime, Pedro Pages has cemented himself as a plus defensive and a solid offensive option for the club. This leaves Herrera’s position within the organization in limbo, barring injuries.
Police: Man shoots, kills intruder in self-defense
SCOTT CITY, Mo. (KFVS) - Police investigated a deadly shooting at a home in Scott City on Saturday, August 24. According to Scott City Police, officers were called just before 2:45 p.m. to a home to a report of a burglary in progress. Police said the homeowner called 911 to...
Person killed while walking across Prospect; Driver fully cooperative with police
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - One person was killed Saturday night after they were hit by a car while crossing the street. The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department responded to the fatal crash shortly before 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 24. Officers learned that a pedestrian was walking across Prospect Avenue...
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