JOPLIN, Mo. – The City of Joplin announced a reduction of public transportation options for Joplin residents starting Nov. 28. At that time, the Sunshine Lamp Trolley service will be suspended until further notice and riders will be referred to the MAPS service that provides curb-to-curb service. Click here to get more information on this story.

JOPLIN, Mo. — About 9:50 a.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2022 reports of a multi-vehicle crash at E 32nd and Connecticut alerted Joplin E-911. Authorities say seven people were injured. Six with minor injuries. And a minor child suffered life-threatening-injuries. If you would like to read more about this story, click here.

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Fire swept through a Pittsburg area home on Langdon Lane on Wednesday evening. The home was occupied, but authorities tell us no-one was hurt. Authorities closed thevehicle crash road from 520th to Centennial as crews fought the fire. A fire-fighter at the scene tells us to appears the fire started in the attic. No word on the extent of the damage.

MISSOURI — Now that Missouri voters have approved recreational marijuana, some previous marijuana crimes could be expunged and the state could get some new tax revenue. The amendment allows the state of Missouri to tax cannabis sales at 6% of the retail price. Localities can tax it an additional three-percent. There will be a lottery process for a limited number of business licenses for those hoping to sell.

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