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Woman killed, juvenile injured after being hit by car in Phelps County
ST JAMES, Mo. — A pedestrian was killed and another was hospitalized after being struck while crossing the highway in St. James. According to a post from the St. James Police Department, a 31-year-old woman and a juvenile were crossing the roadway at about 9 p.m. Wednesday near the intersection of North Jefferson Street and State Highway B, located just off of Interstate 44. Police did not share the exact age of the juvenile.
Nixa’s Jackson Cantwell narrows recruiting frenzy to 14 schools
Nixa’s Jackson Cantwell has narrowed his recruiting down ahead of his junior season. Cantwell, the No. 2 recruit in the Class of 2026 according to Rivals, announced his top schools are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, LSU, Miami, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio State, Ole Miss, Oregon, Texas A&M and USC.
Heavy police presence on S. Nettleton Avenue
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Several police vehicles are in west central Springfield as officers try to search a residence following a shots fired call overnight. A spokesperson for the Springfield Police Department (SPD) said officers responded to the 600 block of S. Nettleton Ave. at around 1 a.m. for a shots fired call. Officers did not […]
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Missouri uses money, laws to push evidence-based reading instruction
If you drop into an elementary reading lesson, you might see kids learning about the long U sound, building their vocabulary or practicing how to read aloud without sounding like robots. And if you visit Kansas City Public Schools this fall, you should see all students in the same grade...
St. Louis prepares for major earthquake with drills in streets, skies and waterways
An earthquake along the New Madrid Fault has just hit the Midwest, devastating many communities. In St. Louis, bridges have collapsed, roads are twisted, and buildings are crumbling. More than 40,000 people are trapped in Busch Stadium. Moments after the rumbling stops, hundreds of first responders scour the city on search and rescue missions.
2 Springfield marijuana dispensaries rank among state's 10 best
Two Springfield marijuana dispensaries have been recognized as the best in the state. Greenlight Springfield, located at 218 N. National Ave., and Flora Farms - Springfield, located at 2027 N. Glenstone Ave., were ranked among the 10 best marijuana dispensaries in Missouri for 2024 by Leafly, an online marijuana resource. ...
Target in Midtown sets official opening date
The new Target store in Midtown St. Louis, which will serve as the anchor for The Edwin mixed-use development, is set to open on July 21, providing convenient and affordable shopping and job opportunities for the local community and St. Louis University students.
Stone new pastor at Bois D’Arc UMC
Will also serve as pastor of Springfield’s Asbury UMC. The Bois D’Arc United Methodist Church has a new pastor in the pulpit. Rev. Rachel Zahn Stone assumed leadership of the church on Monday, July 1. She succeeds Rev. Susan Schmalzbauer, who was the church’s pastor for three years.
Historically black church with deep ties to city and LU to celebrate 174th anniversary
A historically Black church in Jefferson City, with deep ties to Lincoln University, is celebrating a huge milestone this weekend. Quinn Chapel AME Church is celebrating its 174th anniversary on Sunday, July 21. Senior Pastor, the Reverend Stephanie Allen, says it’s rare for anything to last 174 years, and she plans to address that during the 11:00 a.m. service.
AFC Heavyweight Lands Disgruntled 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk In Blockbuster Trade Proposal That Would Make Them The Biggest Threat To A Chiefs Three-Peat
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has suddenly emerged as the biggest name to follow on the trade market with training camp approaching. On Tuesday, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported that the 26-year-old Brandon Aiyuk has requested a trade from the 49ers following lengthy contract discussions that have yet to culminate in an extension.
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