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Local News

Missouri water park cancels a birthday party amid safety concerns, some say it’s racism
by Ted Bojorquez at 10:33 am
A Black family is claiming their teens’ birthday park was canceled at a Missouri water park due to racial discrimination, but the park and city officials maintain that more than 500 teens showed up in the parking lot, raising safety concerns about capacity after the event was advertised on social media. Chris Evans, the father of two …
Downtown Black History & Performing Arts Mural has a new unveiling date
by Ted Bojorquez at 10:01 am
Joplin, Missouri – The Langston Hughes Cultural Society worked in tandem with Joplin city government commission the Downtown Black History & Performing Arts Mural located at the intersection of 1st and Main St. Joplin citizens and lovers of art was supposed to witness the unveiling of the mural last month but due to poor weather …
Used car salesman pleads guilty to hiding $300K from the IRS
by Steve Scott at 10:01 am
A used car salesman from Imperial pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges on Monday. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for Missouri’s Eastern District says Donald Benck admitted to hiding more than $300,000 in sales commissions from the IRS. Most of Benck’s pay came through commissions, and between 2014 and 2016, prosecutors say Benck recruited acquaintances to …
Man from Oklahoma skates death sentence twice and tries to do it a third time.
by Ted Bojorquez at 5:44 am
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — More than 60 Oklahoma lawmakers, including many Republicans who support the death penalty, urged the state attorney general to join their request for a new evidentiary hearing in the case of death row inmate Richard Glossip. The group of 61 state legislators sent a letter last week to Attorney General John …
City of Joplin announces new airport manager
by Ty Albright at 6:45 pm
The City of Joplin has a new airport manager. Read the full press release below: The city is pleased to announce Bart Starkey as the new Airport Manager for Joplin Regional Airport. The position became open upon long-time manager Steve Stockam’s retirement in April of this year. Starkey has broad management experience from 21 years …
Oklahoma prisons director who oversaw executions retiring
by Steve Smith at 5:25 pm
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) – The head of Oklahoma’s prison system who oversaw the agency’s return to carrying out executions after a seven-year hiatus is stepping down. Oklahoma Department of Corrections Director Scott Crow announced his resignation in a statement on Monday. He did not cite a reason for stepping down. His last day as director …

National News

Utah construction worker rescued after being fully buried at site, fire officials say
on August 9, 2022 at 3:15 pm
First responders helped dig out a construction worker who was "completely buried" in an apparent accident Monday evening in Summit Park, Utah, authorities said.
Double shooting in DC injures 3-year-old girl, 13-year-old boy
on August 9, 2022 at 3:11 pm
Two children were shot in Washington, D.C., Monday night, police said.
Nebraska mother, daughter facing charges over allegedly performing illegal abortion, burying fetus
on August 9, 2022 at 2:28 pm
A mother and daughter in Nebraska are both facing felony charges for an alleged illegal abortion and burial of a fetus, after telling a detective it was a stillbirth
Albuquerque murders: Muslim community to see increased police presence amid manhunt for suspect
on August 9, 2022 at 2:23 pm
Law enforcement in Albuquerque, New Mexico, are investigating the possibility that the ambush killings of four Muslim men since November are connected, police said.
Prolonged US heat winds down as storms move through eastern Kentucky, Appalachia
on August 9, 2022 at 1:39 pm
With temperatures forecast to fall on Wednesday, extreme heat in the Northeast and Pacific Northwest is expected to continue on Tuesday for millions of Americans.
Pennsylvania defense attorney who pressured vulnerable clients for sex charged with 4 counts of prostitution
on August 9, 2022 at 1:37 pm
A PA defense attorney targeted clients for sex and exploited four women in an exchange for sexual favors for legal services. He is being charged with four counts of prostitution.

Sports

Serena Williams to retire after U.S. Open
on August 9, 2022 at 4:27 pm
Williams, 40, wrote that she is ready to step away from the sport to focus on her family and career.
NFL odds: How to bet Week 1 of exhibition season
on August 9, 2022 at 4:25 pm
The NFL exhibition season is in full swing, with all teams playing this week. Read the point spread, moneyline and total over/under for every game.
NFL: Aaron Rodgers' ayahuasca trip didn’t violate drug policy
on August 9, 2022 at 4:25 pm
Aaron Rodgers' use of a hallucinogenic drug would not have violated the NFL's anti-doping policy according to a spokesperson.
Big 12 Preview: Can Oklahoma regain top spot in balanced league?
on August 9, 2022 at 3:57 pm
RJ Young breaks down the top Big 12 storylines, including best QBs and the potential resurgence of Oklahoma, Texas ... and Kansas.
Field of Dreams Game 2022: Everything you need to know
on August 9, 2022 at 3:47 pm
The Cubs and Reds head to Iowa for this year's Field of Dreams Game on Thursday night on FOX. Here's what to know about the showcase event.
Red Sox ace Chris Sale out for season with broken right wrist
on August 9, 2022 at 3:24 pm
Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale broke his right wrist in a bike accident over the weekend and will miss the rest of the season.