Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the regime of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as the Trump administration continues striking down alleged drug boats in the Caribbean.

Texas Tech enacts new classroom restrictions on race and gender topics, with faculty potentially facing discipline for violating the policy.

White House "border czar" Tom Homan vows immigration enforcement in Minneapolis after the city's mayor called raids "not American" and "terrorizing" to certain groups.

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced federal lawsuits against six states that failed to comply with voter roll transparency requirements under federal election laws.

Former ESPN host and current podcaster Bomani Jones took issue with Ole Miss deciding to promote Pete Golding, saying his picture alone showed he “isn’t a head coach."

Krystal Ball appeared on the 'I've Had It' podcast to condemn Latino Americans serving as ICE officers, arguing they lack a moral compass and self-preservation.

Republican Matt Van Epps defeats Democrat Aftyn Behn in Tennessee's 7th district special election, keeping GOP seat in red district Trump won by 22 points.

Brooklyn influencer Pei Chung evicted from luxury apartment by landlord Eliot Spitzer after owing thousands in rent while reportedly facing dine-and-dash charges.

FBI Director Kash Patel ridiculed the Biden administration's "emblematic failure" after an Afghan national was charged with murdering a National Guard soldier.

A gang member who shot and killed police K-9 "Spike" was a Salvadoran national in the U.S. illegally, ICE confirmed. The suspect was killed in a shootout with officers.

From Mayor Donna Martin:   Citizens, we need your help for our voice to be heard! As your Mayor I am deeply concerned about the intersection at Highway 63 and 19 by the new Jordan’s Travel Center. I have emailed MoDot Leadership with concerns and have attached the email for you to read.   A […]

From the Howell County Sheriff’s Department: On November 25, 2025, the Howell County Sheriff’s Office received a theft report from Great Rivers Distributing in Pomona, MO. Surveillance footage provided investigators with a suspect and vehicle description. On November 28, Deputy First Class Colter Reid and Sergeant Seth Smith spotted a vehicle matching that description on […]

FEATURED PET OF THE DAY- Meet Bart, a friendly curious, and explorative Pit-Bull Terrier mix who is available for adoption. Did I say explorative? He loves to sniff, play with new toys, and he is also quite a good listener. He is also quite the easy goer for nice peaceful evenings. If you love being […]

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James Melvin Dihel James Melvin Dihel, 79, West Plains, Missouri, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Phelps Health Hospital, Rolla, Missouri. He was born January 14, 1946, at Vidette, Arkansas, to Jerry and Emma Anderson Dihel.  He was married September 14, 1987, at Caulfield, Missouri, to Sharon Cain.  Mr. Dihel was a farmer and […]

Update: According to the West Plains Police Facebook Page the person has been identified. The West Plains Police Department is investigating a Burglary that occurred on November 12th, at El Charro on Mitchell Road. We are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the pictured subject. If you have information about the burglary or know who […]

The Mountain View Angel Tree Program is reaching out to the community for help this holiday season. As of December 2, 2025, there are still 43 Angels in need of adoption in the Mountain View area. Organizers are asking residents to consider adopting an angel, purchasing a few gifts, or donating as little as $20 […]

On November 30, 2025, at approximately 9:27 p.m., an Ava Police officer conducted a traffic stop on a Lexus traveling westbound on Springfield Road that displayed no registration. The driver, later identified as Deborah Brady, initially refused to provide identification or comply with lawful orders to exit the vehicle. Brady told officers she did not […]

Christmas Season is in full swing, here is a list of parades in our area: December 3rd Norwood 5:00 December 5th Gainesville  5:00 p.m. Mountain Home, AR Festival 4-8 p.m. Tree Lighting 5:30, Parade 6:00 5th and 6th Toys for Tots Christmas Show at Bridge Church   December 6th Thayer  2:00 Mammoth Spring, AR 6:00 […]

A memorial service for Ricky Eugene Blevins, 66, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Central Church of Christ.  Mr. Blevins passed away at 4:39 a.m., Sunday, November 23, 2025, at his home. He was born February 26, 1959, at Kansas City, Missouri, to Robert Blevins and Virginia […]