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WATCH: PSU faculty and Evergy acted quickly in Pittsburg to rescue a cat that was stranded atop a utility pole: https://trib.al/tLlKNd8

31/12/2024

Although blackouts are rare in Puerto Rico, the island struggles with chronic power outages blamed on a crumbling power grid that was razed by Hurricane Maria, a Category 4 storm in September 2017.

Nearly 90 percent of 1.47 million clients across Puerto Rico were left in the dark, according to Luma Energy, a private company that oversees electricity transmission and distribution.

31/12/2024

RECALL: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that Ford Motor Company has recalled thousands of 2023-2024 electric trucks due to increased crash risk.

Ford says the problem may cause the loss of vehicle steering and control.

31/12/2024

The year is coming to a quick close, and awards season is already upon us.

Remember you are one.

31/12/2024

25 Years Later: Family and friends gather at a memorial anniversary service for the missing "Welch Girls."

WELCH, Okla. — Choking back emotion, Jay Bible told how his only daughter was truly a “present” to the family during the 25th Memorial Ceremony for Lauria Bible and Ashley Freeman. Abou…

31/12/2024

SENECA, MO — On sunday, December 29th, Seneca junior Abby Jamros made her verbal commitment to continue her softball career at the University of Missouri Kansas City. The right handed pitcher and f…

31/12/2024

JOPLIN, MO — After a week of sports, we showed off our Top 5 Plays of the Week around the Four State area. Play #5: St. Mary’s Colgan’s Jakayla Davis (21 points and 4 steals in 48-32 wi…

31/12/2024

With deer hunting season in Arkansas well underway, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is asking for help as it searches for information in what it's calling a "senseless slaughter".

With deer hunting season in Arkansas well underway, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is asking for help as it searches for information in what it’s calling a “senseless slaughter& #…

31/12/2024

According to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP), First Day Hikes are guided hikes inviting individuals and families to start the new year connecting with nature and exploring the outdoors.

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansans can get out and about this New Year’s Day with hikes at state parks. State parks across the Sunflower State are gearing up for First Day Hikes. According to the …

31/12/2024

There's a new and alarming trend in illegal drugs that's starting to show up in Jasper County.

CARTHAGE, Mo. — There’s a new and alarming trend in illegal drugs that’s starting to show up in Jasper County. “Xylazine is the formal name of it. It’s a medication used by …

31/12/2024

Area experts say there’s been a marked increase in homelessness in Joplin.

JOPLIN, Mo. — Local experts say there’s been a marked increase in homelessness in Joplin. They say one thing plays a big role in that. If you think there are more homeless people on the stree…

31/12/2024

The death of an Oregon house cat and a pet food recall are raising questions about the ongoing outbreak of bird flu and how people can protect their pets.

The death of an Oregon house cat and a pet food recall are raising questions about the ongoing outbreak of bird flu and how people can protect their pets.

31/12/2024

Since the nation’s founding, America has bid farewell to former presidents with an intricate series of events weaving together longstanding traditions and personal touches.

Funerals often are planned by the presidents themselves, who usually have years after leaving the White House to ponder how they want to be memorialized.

31/12/2024

If you've resolved to drive a new car in the new year, experts say you've picked a good time to buy.

JOPLIN, Mo. — If you’ve resolved to drive a new car in the new year, experts say you’ve picked a good time to buy. The reason: much like they do every year, many dealers are doing every…

30/12/2024

During his life, Carter visited Arkansas a handful of times for campaign visits, the dedication of the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park in 2004, and to duck hunt in Arkansas County.

Former President Jimmy Carter passed away on Sunday at 100, the longest-lived president in U.S. history.

30/12/2024

An Aurora man is behind bars after authorities say they found bomb-making materials at his home.

AURORA, Mo. — An Aurora man is behind bars after authorities say they found bomb-making materials at his home. Lance Bishop, 56, is being held in the Lawrence County Jail on allegations of assault,…

30/12/2024

Next year, Joplin residents will pay more for sewer rates.

JOPLIN, Mo. — Next year Joplin residents will pay more for sewer rates. How much that increase will be will depend on their usage. Residential users with small usage will see their rates jump from …

30/12/2024

The U.S. Census Bureau says there have been over 2 million births since Jan 1, 2024, representing a growth of 0.78%.

Based on current estimates, there will also be one birth every 9 seconds and one death every 9.4 seconds in January 2025.