KODE-TV (Joplin, MO)

KODE-TV is a television station that operates on virtual channel 12 and UHF digital channel 23. It is affiliated with ABC and is licensed for Joplin, Missouri, while also serving the Pittsburg, Kansas area. The station is owned by Mission Broadcasting, which is based in Wichita Falls, Texas. KODE-TV is managed by Nexstar Media Group, the owner of NBC affiliate KSNF (channel 16, also licensed to Joplin), through joint sales and shared services agreements. Both KODE-TV and KSNF share their studio facilities located on South Cleveland Avenue in Joplin, where KODE-TV's transmitter is positioned as well.

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Democratic leaders poised to oppose Trump impeachment: ‘A distraction’

20 hours ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Mike Lillis

House Democratic leaders will oppose an effort by a fellow Democrat to impeach President Trump when the resolution hits the floor Wednesday afternoon. Rep. Pete Aguilar (Calif.), the chair of the Democratic Caucus, said the impeachment push by Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.) is not only futile, but it poses “a distraction” from the Democrats’ efforts to sink Trump’s domestic agenda, which is moving through the House this month.
Hawley grills insurance executives about cutting disaster payouts

1 day ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Alexander Bolton

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), the chair of the Senate Homeland Security subcommittee that oversees disaster management, vented his frustration Tuesday at a hearing where he grilled the executives of two major insurance companies about cutting hurricane- and other disaster-related payments.
Walgreens closing dozens of stores in coming weeks: Here's where

1 day ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Addy Bink

(NEXSTAR) – Dozens of Walgreens locations are preparing to close in the coming weeks and months after the pharmacy giant announced plans to shutter about 1,200 stores to turn around its struggling U.S. business. In October, Walgreens said about 500 store closures would happen during the fiscal year, but didn’t explain when the remainder would take place. As of Tuesday, however, some of its more than 8,000 stores have been marked for impending closure online.
Black Bear spotted near Kansas City area Taco Bell

1 day ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Alyssa Mueller |Regan Porter

GRANDVIEW, Mo. — A black bear was seen wandering around Grandview’s city limits on Tuesday morning, prompting the attention of the Missouri Department of Conservation and Grandview Animal Control. The first reports came in Tuesday morning. Brandon Grantham with Grandview police said he saw the black bear run across main street at about 5:45 Tuesday morning. He followed it to the dumpster at Taco Bell and called police. Then, the bear disappeared. Video Player is loading.
Parsons police honor officers’ success in Leadership Labette program

2 days ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Dave Thomas

PARSONS, Kan. — An area police department congratulates two graduates of a leadership development program. On Thursday, May 8, Lieutenant Kyle Wiford and Lieutenant Jason Ludwig completed the Leadership Labette program. Leadership Labette is a nine-month community leadership development program, according to a press release. The program allows participants to strengthen their skills across business, civic, and personal environments.
Police raid suspected “drug house” in Pittsburg; five arrested

2 days ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Dave Thomas

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Area law enforcement teams up with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation to execute a search warrant, resulting in multiple arrests. According to the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office, members of the Pittsburg Police Department, and the Kansas Bureau of Investigations High Risk Warrant Team executed a search warrant at 1414 S. Pine Street in Pittsburg.
Development begins on new location for popular fast food chain

2 days ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Dave Thomas

Posted: May 12, 2025 / 07:41 PM CDT Updated: May 12, 2025 / 07:41 PM CDT SHARE AIRPORT DRIVE, Mo. — Excitement is gaining momentum in southwest Missouri as a new location for a popular fast food chain begins to take shape. According to sources with the village of Airport Drive, a new McDonald’s is being built near Harps and Gambino’s Pizza.
Joplin man enters plea in armed bank robbery case

2 days ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Bobbie Pottorff

JOPLIN, Mo. — The Joplin man charged with an armed bank robbery makes his first appearance in court. David Cox, 28, pleaded not guilty today in Jasper County Court to first degree robbery and armed criminal action. He’s charged in the May 3 robbery of Commerce Bank at 20th and Connecticut in Joplin. David Cox, 28Police say Cox walked into the bank carrying a cross-body bag with part of a gun sticking out. They say Cox gave the bank teller a note demanding money, saying it was for his sick daughter.
Bail set for man charged in Amazon driver’s death

2 days ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Bobbie Pottorff

Posted: May 12, 2025 / 05:51 PM CDT Updated: May 12, 2025 / 06:40 PM CDT SHARE LAWRENCE Co., Mo. — A Lawrence County judge sets a high bail for the man charged with killing an Amazon driver. Thomas Coy has been held without bond since his arrest in early February. Today, Judge Alan Blankenship set Coy’s bond at one million dollars, cash or surety.
Integris Health showcases ReWalk exoskeleton for spinal support

2 days ago | fourstateshomepage.com | Dave Thomas

Posted: May 12, 2025 / 05:09 PM CDT Updated: May 12, 2025 / 05:09 PM CDT SHARE In this segment, sponsored by Integris Health, we’re joined by Greg, Jason, and Chelsea. They discussed the ReWalk Exoskeleton and how it can help those with a spinal cord injury. You can find more information on the ReWalk by visiting the link, here.