Greta Cross

The latest "Smurfs" animated movie follows the Smurfs on a mission to save Papa Smurf, who was stolen by evil wizards. Here's how to stream it.

Want to keep your AC at a comfortable setting without ultra-high energy bills? Here's the ideal temperature energy companies recommend.

"The Twister: Caught in the Storm" releases on Netflix on Wednesday, March 19. It focuses on the EF-5 tornado that killed 161 people in Joplin.

The American Red Cross provides several tips for preventing frozen pipes, along with how to thaw them if they do freeze.

An SMS scam claiming people owe money for FastTrak Lane tolls has resurfaced. Here's what to know in Missouri and how to report the scam texts.

The annual Turkey Trot kicks off at 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 28 — Thanksgiving morning.

There's just one more week until Halloween. Here are some Springfield-area events for families, from trunk-or-treats to the Rountree Halloween Parade.

When Missouri voters legalized adult-use marijuana in November 2022, a 6% sales tax was enacted on the sale of all recreational marijuana products.

The annual Queen City Springfield Halloween Pub Crawl is Saturday, Oct. 26. 13 downtown bars are participating. Wristbands are $15.

Jelly Roll made donations to Victory Mission + Ministry and The Kitchen, Inc. while in Springfield for his concert on Wednesday, Oct. 16.

Former President Jimmy Carter cast his vote for the election via mail Wednesday. Many are wondering: What would happen if he died before Nov. 5?

High Profile Cannabis at 2935 E. Chestnut Expressway is now closed.

Silver Dollar City will unveil a new spring festival, extended summer hours and Christmas show featuring Rhonda Vincent during the 2025 season.

Silver Dollar City broke ground on a new investment on a portion of its 1,200 undeveloped acres earlier this year.

In August, the Division of Cannabis Regulation announced a recall for marijuana products manufactured by C&C Manufacturing, LLC in Springfield.

Check out the News-Leader's interactive map to find the best Halloween decorations around Springfield this year.

David Wasinger, Richard Brown, Ken Iverson and Danielle Elliot are running for lieutenant governor in the Nov. 5 general election.

If Missouri voters approve Amendment 2 in November's election, the state would join neighboring states that have legalized sports betting.

By the mid-1980s, Hello Kitty was all the craze among pre-teen girls worldwide. The retro character still enjoys popularity among teens and adults.

Was it The Pony Club? Rumors Cabaret? Centerfold? The News-Leader confirmed which Springfield club inspired Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club."