KFJX-TV (Pittsburg, KS)

KFJX-TV (Pittsburg, KS)

KOAM-TV proudly holds the title of the first television station to broadcast in the Joplin, Missouri, and Pittsburg, Kansas regions, with its inaugural transmission taking place on December 13, 1953. Known for its integrity, KOAM news is the leading source of local news in the area. With a commitment to delivering breaking news, thorough investigative journalism, reliable weather forecasts, and a strong focus on local sports, KOAM not only garners high ratings and numerous awards but also becomes a staple in the lives of families. As a reliable ally, KOAM actively promotes initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life in the Four State Area, where Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma converge. The dedicated sales and production teams at KOAM play a vital role in fostering the growth and success of local businesses. Since its inception in 1953, KOAM has consistently been a pioneer, a top performer, and a constant presence in the Four States.

Local
English, Spanish
Television

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority
57
Ranking

Global

#195563

United States

#39838

News and Media

#1776

Traffic sources
Monthly visitors

Articles

  • 1 day ago | koamnewsnow.com | John Fritze |Tierney Sneed

    Video Player is loading. Current Time 0:00Duration -:-:-Remaining Time --:-:-Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. End of dialog window. Live updates all day, breaking news as it happens and weather every 10 minutes

  • 2 days ago | koamnewsnow.com | Payton Williams

    JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) -- The Joplin Police Department is inviting the community to kick off summer with a pool party. The all-ages party will be at the Cunningham Aquatic Center on June 13. SwimmingActivitiesFood/DrinksEmergency VehiclesResidents will be able to join the party from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Previous CHANUTE, Kan.

  • 2 days ago | koamnewsnow.com | Payton Williams

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  • 2 days ago | koamnewsnow.com | Tennyson Williams

    Big story #3 –  A Flood Watch continues over most of the area. Don’t drive around barricades. You put yourself at risk of floodwaters.  Click here to read more. Big story #2 – About 6:50 p.m. Saturday, reports of a serious two-vehicle crash involving a semi at Newman Road and North Rangeline Road alerted E-911. We observed on the scene a tractor-trailer with the cab destroyed and an SUV smashed against the side of a traffic signal pole on the NE corner. To read other stories, click here.

  • 2 days ago | koamnewsnow.com | Tennyson Williams

    Video Player is loading. Current Time 0:00Duration -:-:-Remaining Time --:-:-Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. End of dialog window. Live updates all day, breaking news as it happens and weather every 10 minutes