JOPLIN, Mo. — According to Mercy Hospital Joplin officials, distractibility is likely a major factor in the uptick of recent ...

According to the initial investigation, a juvenile called 911 to report a gunshot. Authorities said at that time, there were ...

It’s hosted by a group called the Vulnerable Youth Advisory Committee — aimed at developing potential grooming legislation.

A Joplin bookstore is hoping to encourage the next generation of readers by supporting teachers. Always Buying Books holds an annual Back to School Sale on three weekends in August, offering a 50% off ...

Demolition continues on the old Freeman hospital at W 20th and S Sergeant Ave. A substantial portion of the building is gone ...

A 38-year-old man who previously served time in prison for aggravated robbery has been charged with capital murder in Kansas in connection with the fatal shooting of a sheriff’s deputy in Kansas City, ...

CPT Austin Wolf of Joplin Police tell us this is considered an isolated incident, with no threat to the public. “Initial ...

Nine people were indicted by a federal grand jury for their role in an illegal gambling conspiracy occurring at six locations ...

JOPLIN, Mo. — Police are investigating a shooting in Joplin Tuesday morning. JPD responded around 5 a.m. to the area of 411 ...

It’s that time of week where we highlight the top sports action from the Four States area and beyond in our Top 5 Plays of ...

A toasty morning couldn't keep area athletes off the links today. For many participants, it's more than just competing for ...

The back-to-school sales tax holiday in Missouri starts at 12:01 a.m. Friday, allowing people shopping in Joplin to save the 8.725% they would normally pay in taxes on the purchase ...