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Guilty Plea for a Multi-Million Dollar Gambling Operation in SGF | Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

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16 minutes | Tuesday, May 5, 2026
A guilty plea for a multi-million dollar gambling operation in Springfield. Plus, Springfield police roll out new way to report loud vehicles. Thousands of dollars going to help local charities.  And a show at the Gillioz you won't want to miss!  That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!   It will be a dreary day in the Ozarks!  Temperatures will fall into the middle 50s with rain and strong storms possible. Grab the rain gear as you head out the door! Thanks to our spon...
18 minutes | Monday, May 4, 2026
A local development group sells BIG investment to out-of-state folks. Springfield raised horse competes at the Kentucky Derby, see how he fared. And where a new Bass Pro is likely going in. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! High temperatures near 80 degrees today with windy conditions!  Severe storm chances with more hail return tonight. Abby has the latest update this morning on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​...
11 minutes | Friday, May 1, 2026
A new restaurant to open in an old landmark shop.  And another old restaurant up for sale!  More education spending transparency could be coming our way, pending a vote.  And Missourians could be deciding whether to keep the state's income tax... or not.  That vote likely now coming earlier than expected.  That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!            Cooler than normal today with highs in the middle 60s!  Abby is here to let you know if you can expect frost throug...
15 minutes | Thursday, April 30, 2026
The Route 66 Festival starts today! SPS announces big renovations for one school building.  Police looking for who made threat at Lebanon High School. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  Cool conditions today with some cloud cover and light winds!  Abby is here to detail when warmer weather returns. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, Hewitt Messenger, and Godfather's Pizza...
20 minutes | Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Springfield horse favored to win BIG! MSU and John Goodman team up for Route 66 festivities!  City Council considers issues for August ballot.  And what the hail!  Watch out!  That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!            Chilly weather is in the forecast today with morning lows in the 40s!  Highs will warm into the middle 60s this afternoon with a north breeze. Abby is here to let you know when warmer weather returns. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicin...
12 minutes | Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Get the latest on the proposed apartments near Medical Mile, the new signage going up at Route 66 Stadium, and Missouri's ongoing struggle with problematic dog breeders. We’ve got the details on how you can become the next Ozarks Lunker, plus plenty of sports news, local events, and contest info right now on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!    We could still see some isolated strong storms in the forecast today!  Abby is here with a look at who has the best chance and what this ...
20 minutes | Monday, April 27, 2026
Convoy of Hope in Oklahoma after major tornado. Joplin escapes another big one. MSU dismantles Bias Response Team. New law bans intoxicating hemp. And Route 66 Festival about to get underway! NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  Strong storms are in the weather headlines as we begin the new workweek!  Abby is here with a detailed breakdown on timing and threats. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trail...
14 minutes | Friday, April 24, 2026
Chiefs coaching staff member in trouble with the law.  Hammons Field renamed.  Man in custody for kidnapping out of Texas County.  Deputy fired for ambulance "incident."  That, and plenty of weekend events-- NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!            Showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast this weekend.  Abby is here to let you know when you may find some dry time. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrol...
14 minutes | Thursday, April 23, 2026
A bonfire turns dangerous, two hospitalized. Royals make big MO announcement! Willard questions placement of new subdivision.  Broadway musical now in Springfield. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  Mild temperatures across the area today with rain and storms returning tonight into Friday morning. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, Hewitt Messenger, and Godfather's Pizza!...
17 minutes | Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Two BIG baseball stories you won't want to miss!  Four tornadoes now confirmed.  Changes to a proposed new apartment complex in Springfield. And drones to carry medical samples start flying!  That and more NOW on ATO!  Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!           Shower and thunderstorms return to the forecast tomorrow night and last through the weekend. Abby is here to break down the severe threats.  Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor G...
16 minutes | Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Warsaw is back to school after tornadoes. National work zone awareness week is underway. Another section of I-44 getting upgrades. And the "blue envelope" program rolls out for Springfield police-- what some drivers will need to go do. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!   Fantastic weather conditions are in store for your Tuesday! Abby is here with details on when rain and storms return. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedi...
20 minutes | Monday, April 20, 2026
Two tornadoes confirmed in the Ozarks. High profile court case dismissed. Cassville teen in big trouble with the law. And get ready for Route 66 festivities!  Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  It is a great day in the Ozarks! Abby is here to let you know how long the 70s and sunshine stick around. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, Hewitt Messenger, and Godfather's Pizza!See omnystudio.com/listene...
15 minutes | Friday, April 17, 2026
A man who police say is here illegally now charged with even more violent crimes.  Tornado touchdown! Clinton cleaning up. Deck collapses at Lake of the Ozarks with people standing on it. And lots of fun weekend events you won't want to miss! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!       Widespread severe weather is possible in the Ozarks this afternoon and evening. Abby is here to break down the timing and the threat on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather. Thanks to our ...
16 minutes | Thursday, April 16, 2026
The latest on the footbridge along Commercial. Another neighborhood suing for a proposed development. Purdy schools banning a popular drink among teens. And the Route 66 Festival announces fun chance to win big prizes. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  Isolated storms possible for some today with a bigger round of severe weather moving through tomorrow. Abby is here to break down the threats. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air ...
13 minutes | Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Tornado in Kansas, Convoy of Hope is responding. Major fentanyl bust in Springfield hotel. MSU students could soon be paying more.  And, a special 9-11 memorial concert coming to the Ozarks. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!     Strong storms are possible in the forecast again this afternoon and evening. Abby is here with an update look at the timing and lets you know when cooler air arrives. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Pa...
14 minutes | Tuesday, April 14, 2026
MSU may increase funding for performing arts center. A once popular Nixa attraction coming back to life again! A 17-year-old may be tried as an adult in criminal court. And man caught setting fire to detached living space with animals inside. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible this evening. Abby is here to break down the storm threats.  Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Tay...
18 minutes | Monday, April 13, 2026
Two women are dead following a hydroplaning crash in Barry County, and Governor Mike Kehoe hails Operation Relentless Pursuit as a success after its first year. A new soap refill vending machine makes its debut in downtown Springfield. What is next for the Kauffman Stadium? Plus, MANY different events happening Around the Ozarks this month. All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  Partly sunny today with a high temperature in the low 80s. Strong to sever...
15 minutes | Friday, April 10, 2026
Some video lottery machines are being shut down -- Willard is rallying around its police chief -- new rules for some boaters on Table Rock Lake -- Care to Learn is expanding -- a car dealership is shutting some locations down -- and why the Missouri capitol will be lighted in blue this weekend. Join us for those stories and more on Around the Ozarks News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!   Showers and thunderstorms return to our forecast today with unsettled weather expected through Wedn...
17 minutes | Thursday, April 9, 2026
Chaos in Licking-- what went wrong. Emphatic "nos" mark second time ballot question for new convention center funding. Governor signs three new bills to become new laws later this year. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!   Warm and windy today with high temperatures approaching 80 degrees! Abby is here to detail when severe storms could move in. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer...
14 minutes | Wednesday, April 8, 2026
How voters decided on the funding for a possible new convention center in Springfield. Plus, a young man in trouble for friendly fire. Driveway concessions being made in Springfield. And push back for a planned apartment complex development. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!         Dry and breezy today with a high in the middle 70s! Abby is here to talk about an unsettled weather pattern that is heading our way. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​...
15 minutes | Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Battery plant rejection. Voters go to the polls. High-profile legal dispute settled. And baseball boys are back in action tonight! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  It is going to be another nice day with highs either side of 70 degrees and mostly sunny skies. Abby is here to talk about when rain chances return. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, Hewitt Messenger, and God...
13 minutes | Monday, April 6, 2026
Some hemp products likely coming off shelves. US Justice Department to weigh in on MSHSAA in a case of possible discrimination. A new roundabout coming in Nixa. And a possible lithium battery plant in Greene County. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! Sunshine is in the forecast to start the new week! Abby is here to let you know when rain returns and what this means for our temperature forecast. Tune into Wake Up Weather now! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family ...
21 minutes | Friday, April 3, 2026
Another home destroyed at Lake of the Ozarks. BIG changes for arrest warrants in the state. New threat in illicit drug supply in MO.  And where will the Royals end up!? That and more NOW on ATO!  Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!   Severe storms are possible in the Ozarks late tonight. Abby is here with the updated timing and threats.  Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, Hewitt Messenger, and Godfat...
15 minutes | Thursday, April 2, 2026
A Lawrence Co. woman has "shots fired" inside patrol car. Bomb threat no more. Where local police found an online threat linked to.  New trail open to peds! And Easter Sunrise Service details released for Sunday. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!  Scattered showers and storms are in the forecast with a few chances for severe weather! Abby is here with the forecast and a preview of Easter weekend. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + A...
14 minutes | Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Driveway problems for some business owners. How the city is allowing a temporary work-around. Firefighter injured while battling big brush fire.  Five puppies shot and buried? What police have to say. That and more now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!        Wet weather is in the forecast! Abby is here with the update on when to expect showers and storms and if we will clear up for Easter Sunday. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Tay...
16 minutes | Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Camdenton students arrested for threats on school. Springfield Metro area hits impressive population numbers! Arkansas county has run-off for local sheriff position. And Springfield Little Theater prepares for youth camps. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! Warm and WINDY in the Ozarks today! Abby is here to let you know about the pattern change heading our way. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevro...
14 minutes | Monday, March 30, 2026
2-year-old hit by car in Buffalo. Crews rescue stranded hiker in Branson. SPD looking for info on bicycle fatality crash. And CU says bills are going up. That and more now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! Warm and windy in the Ozarks today with highs that could break records! Abby is here to detail when to expect a pattern change coming up. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, Hewitt Messeng...
15 minutes | Friday, March 27, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - MO AG joins list of states to ask high court to weigh-in on mail-in ballot case. SPS to upgrade Harrison stadium. Branson has new city flag. Drury hockey has something to brag about. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!           Cooler and breezy today with highs in the 50s! Abby is here with a detailed look at the weekend forecast.  Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Ch...
17 minutes | Thursday, March 26, 2026
Willard firefighter in big trouble with the law. OSHA rules on deadly workplace incident. City council says more development coming along Sunshine. And baseball is back! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!   A record setting day is in store with highs expected to make it to near 90 degrees! Abby is here with the detail on cooler weather and storm chances. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, Th...
12 minutes | Wednesday, March 25, 2026
An overnight shooting left bullets in the side of a house. Voters might still yet weigh in on eminent domain for Hotel of Terror. It wasn't fentanyl, it was cocaine. Correction from DEA. And who applied to take over the Greene County Sheriff's Office. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing!       Warming up even more today! Abby is here to detail who could see the 90s today and when strong storms return.  Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, Heating +...
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Guilty Plea for a Multi-Million Dollar Gambling Operation in SGF | Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
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