2-year-old dies in Joplin child abuse case, investigation ongoing
2-year-old Jameson Long, who was being treated for injuries, passes away at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. Police have opened a child abuse case and arrested one man.
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Oklahoma releases school reopening framework
The Oklahoma State Department of Education publishes a framework for school districts in the state as they plan for the 2020-21 school year.
Joplin enters Phase 2-Step 2 to reopen and recover
The Joplin City Council passes the next steps for the city to reopen and recover.
Pittsburg American Legion baseball team embraces change, prepares for 2020 season
Post 64 is holding tryouts this week with plans to begin player later this month.
67-year-old McDonald County man dies after an ATV crash
MCDONALD COUNTY, Mo – The Missouri Highway Patrol says a 67-year-old man is dead after he crashed his ATV in Rocky Comfort, Missouri. Kenneth Creese was riding in his pasture and hit a ditch, rolling the ATV. Creese died at…
Joplin moves to phase 2 of their reopening plan
JOPLIN, Mo – Joplin moves to phase 2 of its reopening plan, allowing salons, gyms, and churches to go up to 50 percent capacity rather than 25 percent. Gyms can also now host classes and open locker rooms and pools.…
Kansas Governor appoints team to help with the state's economic recovery
TOPEKA, Kan – Kansas Governor Laura Kelly says a team appointed to help her plan for the state’s economic recovery from the pandemic will begin discussing this week. They will discuss how to spend the $1.25 billion in federal relief…
Jasper County Health Department confirms a COVID-19 patient who attended Alpha Omega church in Carthage
JASPER COUNTY, Mo – Jasper County Health Department issues an alert about a newly confirmed COVID-19 case. The person in question developed symptoms back on May 17th. On…
Nevada voters pass a $15-million bond issue for the water and sewer system
NEVADA, Mo – Nevada voters pass a $15-million bond issue for the water and sewer system. The final tally was 362 in favor and 233 against.
Newton County passes half-cent tax increase that focuses on dispatch services
NEWTON COUNTY, Mo – A half-cent tax proposal for public safety in Newton County passes. The proposal primarily focuses on 911 dispatch service. The tax passed with 65 percent of the vote
Carthage passes a bond to fund the expansion of the South Technical Center and improve the north campus
CARTHAGE, Mo - Carthage passes a $10-million school bond proposal that will fund the expansion of the South Technical Center campus and make improvements to the north campus. The bond required at least 57 percent of citizens to agree to…
Joplin residents approve a tax extension on a school bond
JOPLIN, MO - Joplin voters approve a $25-million bond to replace Columbia Elementary and Central Elementary and to expand Kelsey Norman Elementary. 79 percent voted in favor. It will not increase taxes, but it will extend an existing tax.
A Neosho, Missouri woman dies following a two-vehicle wreck in Newton County.
NEWTON COUNTY, Mo - Police say around 4:30 P.M. on June 2nd, 75-year-old Wanda Bills was heading north on State Highway HH when a van failed to yield to a truck on East…
Jasper County sees "disappointing," but about average, voter turnout
Jasper County saw a 10.7 percent voter turnout, a number that County Clerk Charlie Davis says is disappointing, but about average.
Nephew of Newton County murder victim charged in case
The Newton County Prosecutor charges a man for the murder of Robert Bryant.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Ottawa County opens up as Oklahoma enters phase 3 of reopening
Oklahoma has entered phase 3 of their reopening plan, which means summer camps are now able to reopen. 7 year old Chloe Shelton was excited to get back to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Ottawa County.
Woman sentenced to prison for embezzling more than $1.2M from employer
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla -- An Oklahoma woman has been sentenced to federal prison for embezzling more than $1.2 million from her employer through wire fraud. According to federal charges, Christa Dawn Jackson, 46, of Tuttle, worked as an office manager…
KOAM News to Know (6/2/2020)
MISSOURI – Missouri holds municipal elections today. Polls will be open from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. JOPLIN, Mo – Protestors gather again in Joplin to speak out against the death of…
4 St. Louis officers hit by gunfire during protests
O'FALLON, Mo. (AP) — St. Louis police say four officers were hit by gunfire after protests that started peacefully Monday became violent overnight, with protesters smashing windows and stealing items from businesses and fires burning in the downtown area. Police…
Joplin City Council votes on handful of ordinances pertaining to local construction and funding
Joplin City Council had a handful of public hearings and emergency ordinances to address in tonight’s City Council Meeting. Council heard an emergency ordinance to authorize the accepting of a Federal Transit Administration Grant.
Protests continue in Joplin for third day, residents push for racial equality
Protests continue around the country, including in Joplin, after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Silver Dollar City to hold Season Pass weekend, then opens to all public June 15
Silver Dollar City is opening for an exclusive weekend for Season Pass Holders on June 13 and 14, and opening to all guests on June 15.
The Latest: Floyd's brother appeals for peace in Minneapolis
The brother of George Floyd appealed for peace Monday in the aftermath of riots and arson fires following the death of his brother in Minneapolis.
2-year-old dies in Joplin child abuse case
Police arrest a man for child abuse after a 2-year-old is hospitalized in critical condition.
