Family-friendly drag performers entertained hundreds at Ozarks Pridefest in downtown Springfield.

"RuPaul's Drag Race" finalist Crystal Methyd performed at Ozarks Pridefest, alongside Miss Gay Missouri America Akasha Royale and others.

If Sen. Maria Chappelle-Nadal is kicked out of the Missouri Senate, that would be a first for the state, Lt. Gov. Mike Parson said.

“Missouri's never seen a Governor like me before,” Quade said in the video launching her campaign.

Hundreds gathered on Park Central Square for Ozarks Pridefest on Saturday, June 10, 2023.

The Kansas City Star and News-Leader investigated the causes and solutions to gun violence in Springfield.

Company also donates $40,000 in supplies

The protest was the second locally in as many days.

Sen. Ted Cruz spoke at a Springfield restaurant on Saturday night alongside state Sen. Eric Burlison and Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt.

Columnist wonders what Elie Wiesel, who actually lived the holocaust, would have thought of Monday night's Springfield City Council meeting

Dylan Cole's NFL dream will continue to be a reality.

Republican Josh Hawley is unpopular enough that Democrat Lucas Kunce has a shot at turning the seat blue, this writer opines.

“A united, statewide approach would be the best approach,” Springfield Mayor Ken McClure wrote in his letter.

Thousands gathered on Park Central Square, then marched to the Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge.

To anyone familiar with how websites work, Parson's accusations are farcical — but the attempt to shift blame is dangerous, nonetheless.

If approved, the public health order to require masking is expected to run from Jan. 31 through Feb. 18.

Crystal Quade has big goals in mind for the 2024 legislature, including abolishing the tax on groceries and restoring abortion-rights in the state.

It was a play call worthy of Chiefs Coach Andy Reid

Anyone not contacted by the Health Department who were at Great Clips during these dates and times is believed to be at very low risk.

The winner of the game would travel to Montana State in the second round the following week

The endowed professorships donated by the Smart family, at $250,000 each, will be in English, political science, music and musical theater.

The simple act of carrying an assault rifle (even if loaded) into a Walmart is not necessarily a crime, said a Gladstone attorney.

Workers at the 631 S Glenstone Ave. Starbucks in Springfield won their union election by a tally of 11-5.

SPD Chief Paul Williams called the bill 'absolutely horrible' — saying he hopes it 'doesn't go anywhere at the state level.'

The Springfield City Council heard a historic amount of testimony before voting in favor of a requirement to wear masking in most public places.

Mom, a Mizzou grad, relented in the interest of peace in the family home.

Bill Powers, principal of Cherokee Middle School, received the honor during a surprise ceremony Friday.

Jonathan Bell, an entrepreneurial Parkview High School senior, is the founder and CEO of Bells Marketing Consultant.

The vaccination rate among officers mirrors that of the general population in Greene County.

Leaders of Springfield's four largest colleges urged others to get the vaccine at a Tuesday press conference.

“It’s in the state constitution, the voters approved it and we’re going to find a way to fund it,” Sen. Lincoln Hough said in an interview.

Missouri State's Alize Johnson has declared for the NBA Draft, but plans on returning to school in the fall.

The win solidifies MSU as a contender for a regular-season title the remainder of the season.

“I take this re-election as a sign of trust in my ability to promote our message, platform, and values across the state,” Quade said.

David Leong was also a veteran of World War II where he stormed the beaches at Normandy.

Actor Brad Pitt, a Springfield native, graduated from Kickapoo High School.

Springfield Public Schools to feed students, offer select childcare and continue t pay 3,500+ staff through the April 3 closure.

Quade will reach the term limit in the House of Representatives in 2024, but reports suggest she plans to seek statewide office that year.

Spieth's generous donation will allow 100 campers with special needs and chronic illnesses the ability to experience a life-changing week at camp.

Keith Guttin's family, coaches and former players talk about the longtime Missouri State baseball coach's impact on Springfield and the university.

"It afforded me the freedom to do the one thing that I needed to do more than anything else — pay attention to my family,"

The Onward, Upward campaign launched by Missouri State University is a record-setting fundraising effort, which will run through 2022.

In a letter to council, Cox's president and CEO wrote that "the time is now" to pass a masking mandate as cases surge in the region.

Sen. Josh Hawley introduced legislature to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Public school educators are currently caught in a game of political football, despite the fact that their tireless work is nonpartisan.

Parson said consultants from the Virginia-based McChrystal Group have "been very valuable."

Our schools serve approximately 40,000 students and employees, and face coverings are essential for the safety and protection of our campuses and the larger Springfield community.

Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation is funding the pilot program and selected eight sites, including Kickapoo High School, to participate.

Missouri State football all but wrapped up its second-straight FCS Playoff bid with its thrilling 34-27 win over Northern Iowa on Saturday afternoon.

Images showing Pentecostal congregants closely packed, many without face coverings, sparked viral outrage and official condemnation Sunday and Monday.

The two U.S. senators from Missouri signed a letter Wednesday to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

A portion of Missouri State University employees will receive reduced pay through the end of May.

WASHINGTON—Kayli Owen, a 19-year-old Missouri State University student, doesn’t typically get the jitters before she sings. But nothing about Friday was typical.

CoxHealth CEO Steve Edwards said urgent action is needed, and asked state lawmakers to do the same.

The nation's top health official said that federal law, which requires doctors to treat patients in emergency situations, trumps state abortion laws.

John Middlemas, 97, is no stranger to civil rights activism.

The plan to offer low-income Missourians access to government-run health care was passing with more than 80 percent of the vote reported.

Chaviz Nguyen was a father and former Parkview football standout who attended Lincoln University before working at BMW of Springfield.

On Monday, Greene County hospitals were caring for 200 coronavirus patients — the highest number recorded to date.

Long's 30-second released last week to promote his U.S. Senate run touted false claims of the 2020 election being rigged by Democrats.

For the first time in at least five years, more ACT test-takers listed Missouri State University as their No. 1 choice.

"I went into this with low expectations" that the true-crime show could help law enforcement, said Kelly Siegler with "Cold Justice."

A bipartisan group of officials hosted a COVID-19 vaccination clinic in order to increase the vaccination rate in Greene County.

In an email, the Willard district told school employees they will not be expected to report until classes resume.

Enforcing the new order will fall in part on the Springfield Police Department and officers will also be required to wear masks while in public.

Bass Pro founder Johnny Morris is working with a Texas-based nonprofit, Helping a Hero.

Edgy Kum & Go social media postings vanish as the new owners reportedly plan to ditch the Des Moines chain's unabashedly off-color name

Enrollment at Missouri State University grew by 1.2 percent over fall 2016.

NCAA Softball's social media accounts have recently been giving black athletes across the country a platform to share their experiences.

The fifth edition of our contest starts with 16 nominees. Vote now in the first round of Captain Springfield.

Jeremy Eierman's home run lifts the Bears to the Super Regional.

The Springfield school board voted 4-3 to add 'gender identity and sexual orientation' to the school lunch anti-discrimination policy.

As a player and coach, Miller has a record of 358-33.

The annual festival scheduled for August 13 and 14 was canceled Monday for fear of causing local hospitals to push past their capacity.

Officials say they were called out to an area north of Cave Spring just after 3:30 p.m.