Christians from all over the world will soon celebrate the start of Lent, a 40-day period leading up to Easter. Here's what ...

Patrick Netthongkome, also known as Patrick Nett professionally, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the Western District of Missouri on Feb. 6. Netthongkome is the owner of Thai Express, a fast-casual ...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield will name its 2026 Youth of the Year on Feb. 11, with scholarships and additional youth ...

A law passed last year requiring clearer test score reports could be scrapped after Gov. Mike Kehoe’s budget dropped funding ...

The new Republic Branch Library is open to the public, doubling its previous size and offering new amenities. The library, at 921 N. Lindsey Ave., opened Feb. 2, according to a community announcement.

While the resolution didn't name it explicitly, it was drafted in response to a proposed state bill that would change the city's referendum process.

It was the first conviction in the November 2023 shooting that killed Chaviz Nguyen, which the judge called a "very horrific, ...

The 81st Springfield Police Academy is underway with 24 new recruits who will complete extensive training before joining ...

Former Missouri State football player Jacardia Wright is headed to Super Bowl with Seattle Seahawks, could earn the program's ...

Hotel of Terror, a staple haunted attraction in downtown Springfield, was set on fire Saturday, Feb. 7, suffering minor damage in a reported arson.

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily. Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m.

In 1990, St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Joe Magrane visited Springfield, meeting fans and signing autographs as a spring ...