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Gov. Parson picks his primary candidates, criticizes attack ads in State of State address
In his final State of the State address hosted by the Springfield Chamber of Commerce and just a week before a tight primary election, Gov. Mike Parson shared choice words for candidates running for state offices and advised future leaders on the path ahead. The 57th governor took the stage at the Great Southern Bank Arena on Tuesday donning a tie with "57" to deliver his State of the State address to the largest Springfield audience of...
Some St. Louis clergy switching sides to Wesley Bell in primary; Bush supporters argue she’s a champion for the region
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The constant campaign and brutal attack ads are almost over, with Primary Election Day set for next Tuesday in Missouri. Next week, voters will go to the polls, and Democrats will pick a person who will be heavily favored to win the Congressional seat for Missouri’s First District in November. And while Pastor B.T. Rice of New Horizons Christian Church supported Cori Bush last election, he’s switching sides due to Bush’s vote on the infrastructure bill.
Ozark storm shelter gets remote locks after it didn’t open during tornado warning
OZARK, Mo. – A storm in late April caught Ozark city leaders off guard and no one unlocked the storm shelter at the Ozark Community Center (OC) as neighbors stood outside waiting. “There was a lot of praying going on that night because we stood there waiting for somebody and nobody ever showed up,” said […]
MSU based archaeologists survey Jordan Creek area downtown
Almost 100 years ago the City of Springfield built a box culvert to channel Jordan Creek through downtown. For decades the city has been making plans to undo that work, mostly due to issues with flooding. But before they can finally break ground on what is known as the Renew Jordan Creek project this Fall, they need to know what’s buried underneath the creek’s former banks.
'It Touches Your Heart': CPL Jones Honored At Memorial Wall Ceremony
In the heart of Missouri, the Warsaw community recently bid farewell to one of it's most distinguished and beloved figures, Corporal David P. Jones. Passing away on April 28, 2022, Cpl. Jones left behind a legacy characterized by unwavering dedication to public service, a profound love for his family and a life filled with acts of kindness and mentorship.
Police locate a baby goat stolen from the Ozark Empire Fair
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Police have located a baby goat stolen from the Ozark Empire Fair’s petting zoo. Police suspected a teenager took the goat around 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Officers say a teen stuck the baby goat in her shirt and ran out the gate with it. The...
Bill Maher Thinks Travis Kelce Will ‘Dump’ Taylor Swift at Random: Claims Singer’s a ‘Little Old’ to Be Cheering on NFL Star at Games
Bill Maher wasn't asked but still offered his two cents on Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's relationship. The comedian, 68, predicted the Kansas City Chiefs star would "dump" the singer at random, RadarOnline.com can reveal. While Swift, 34, and Kelce, 34, are still going strong — with the NFL player following the pop star around the world while Swift's on her European leg of the Eras Tour — Maher felt strongly about Kelce being the one to end the romance. Maher shared his controversial opinion while interviewing internet star "Hawk Tuah Girl" Haley Welch, 21, on his Club Random podcast.In...
‘This feels surreal’ MLB fans claim after ‘voice of the World Series’ ESPN commentator Joe Buck makes broadcast cameo
MLB fans were stunned to watch ESPN star Joe Buck make a broadcast cameo during an MLB broadcast. The 55-year-old joined the St. Louis Cardinals broadcast booth at Busch Stadium on Monday – an MLB venue he’s well familiar with. Buck and longtime broadcaster Chip Caray teamed up to call the Cardinals’ opening series matchup […]
St. Louis pastor battles rising fentanyl crisis amid overdose death decline
ST. LOUIS — Overdose deaths in the United States have slightly declined for the first time in five years. But does this national data reflect what's happening in our local communities?. The I-Team spoke with a community advocate who sees the crisis firsthand. In the dead of night, the...
Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy Mocked by NFL Fans After Getting Bullied by Defenders
The narrative this entire offseason has been that 31 NFL teams severely screwed up when they allowed the Kansas City Chiefs to draft wide receiver Xavier Worthy with their first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. In hindsight, putting the fastest player in NFL history — Xavier ran a ...
This Incredible Video Simulation Of Taylor Swift Running The Football For The Kansas City Chiefs Is Proof That A.I. Is The Greatest Thing Ever
Artificial Intelligence can be quite scary at times, but other times, it can get quite hilarious, as it was recently used to incorporate Taylor Swift into an NFL game. This week, Taylor Swift found herself going incredibly viral after an AI-created video surfaced online showing her as part of the Kansas City Chiefs.
Dunklin Co. Sewer District Customers deal with sewage flooding into yards
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - With the July heat, this is about the worst time of year to be having problems with your sewer system. But that’s the reality right now in Dunklin County, where residents have sewage flooding into their yards. “I have six sewers from across the...
Pharmacist Robert Courtney expected to be released on Wednesday to home confinement
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - After 22 years in federal prison, Kansas City pharmacist Robert Courtney is expected to be released on Wednesday from a Colorado prison to home confinement. It marks a stunning turn of events for thousands of families who trusted him to help their loved ones in...
Michael McGreevy Snaps Wild St. Louis Cardinals Streak By Tossing Gem in MLB Debut
The St. Louis Cardinals hadn't had a starting pitcher earn a win in their major league debut since 2013, until Michael Greevy tossed 7.0 innings of one-run ball against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.
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