President Trump claimed Chicago crime dropped 35% in shootings, 41% in robberies during federal Operation Midway Blitz targeting illegal immigrants despite local resistance.

Texas man avoids jail in child sex assault case after plea deal drops 9 felony charges. Victim's father says he was blindsided by Travis County prosecutor's decision.

A Texas man is charged with terroristic threatening and attempted extortion for allegedly targeting Louisville coach Jeff Brohm and quarterback Miller Moss, court records showed.

President Donald Trump criticized Republicans for underselling what he calls the "greatest economy in history" in an exclusive interview with Fox News host Laura Ingraham.

Tensions erupted at a House Rules Committee hearing as lawmakers debated funding legislation amid disputes over enhanced Obamacare subsidies and government shutdown blame.

Massive bridge at China hydropower station collapses into river months after opening. Dramatic footage shows concrete and steel plunging down in Sichuan Province.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Democrats plan to introduce an amendment extending Obamacare subsidies for three years to legislation ending the government shutdown.

A USPS maintenance worker died in in mail handling machine at a facility in Michigan, and police are calling the man's death an "accident."

President Donald Trump issued a “Complete and Total" endorsement of Lone Star State Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday, saying he is "strong and highly respected."

The latest College Football Playoff rankings kept the top five unchanged with Ohio State leading, but newcomers USF and Cincinnati enter the fold.

FEATURED PET OF THE DAY- Meet Princess!, a sweet lady, cattle-dog mix is availible for Adoption through Ozarks Pet Rescue. She is approximatey 1-1/2 years old and is housebroken, crate trained, and good with kids and other pets. Upon intake, Princess came to the rescue with some injuries. She has been given time to heal […]

A one vehicle fatal accident occurred this morning one mile south of Houston on Highway 17 near Lilly road. The accident happened when a 27-year-old Summersville man traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck an embankment in a 2023 Jeep Wrangler. The driver who was not wearing a safety device was pronounced […]

The Howell County Health Department is holding a coat drive.  They are seeking donations of coats sized infant through size 8. If you would like to donate coats you can drop them off at the Health Department on 180 Kentucky Avenue in West Plains. For more information call 417-256-7078. The post Coat Drive at Howell […]

The Tyrone Fire Department is having their annual Deer Hunters Breakfast from 7:30 a.m. – Noon on November 15th-17th and November 21st & 22nd. They welcome all hunters, farmers, friends and neighbors. They will be serving eggs, bacon or sausage, potatoes, biscuits and gravy and pancakes for only $10 adults, $5 children. On the evening of […]

West Plains, MO. – A set of events will highlight this week in West Plains when it comes to the West Plains Arts Alliance. Terry Hampton has more. Tonight, there will be a presentation at the MSU-WP college on Cherokee Nation. This will take place from 6pm to 7pm at the Ozark Heritage Research Center. On […]

From the City of West Plains: City Hall and all City of West Plains offices are closed today, Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.   Sanitation Update • Today’s Tuesday trash routes will be collected tomorrow (Wednesday) alongside regular Wednesday routes • No other routes are impacted   Today we pause to honor […]

The National Weather Service in Springfield is calling for increased fire potential today. This is due to high-speed wind and dry conditions after cold weather creating strong conditions for fires to get out of hand. While these conditions are in effect, experts ask that residents of the Ozarks be careful when burning anything, and to […]

West Plains City Street and Sewer crews are currently on-site making repairs along East Olden Street. Please avoid the area if possible and use alternate routes.   They apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while crews complete this work. The post Crews On-Site Making Repairs on East Olden in West Plains appeared first […]

Fair Grove, MO. – A 70-year-old Fair Grove driver is facing a felony DWI charge and is recovering from serious injuries in Springfield after a Monday crash.  Troop D of the Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to this afternoon crash on Farm Road 235 near Fair Grove. At around 2:40pm, Enid Guagliardo, 70 of Fair Grove, […]

  The Mountain Home Bombers Boys and Girls cross country teams have won state championships for the first time in school history.   The MSU-WP Grizzlies played last night from the West Plains Civic Center here is Harlan Hutchison.     Missouri Cross Country state championship results individual runners. Class 1 boys Landon Street 5th […]