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The next James Bond film will have Dune's Denis Villeneuve as its director

4 days ago | ksmu.org | Bill Chappell

Dune director Denis Villeneuve views the world of James Bond as "sacred territory." Now he'll have a chance to shape that world: the Quebecois filmmaker is directing the next installment of the venerable spy's adventures. "I grew up watching James Bond films with my father, ever since Dr. No with Sean Connery," Villeneuve said as Amazon MGM announced that he will helm the next 007 movie.
Missouri AG sues to oust St. Louis sheriff alleging nepotism, unlawful detainment

4 days ago | ksmu.org | Chad Davis

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey sued to remove Sheriff Alfred Montgomery from office at noon Wednesday, starting a process that could oust the sheriff from his position after holding office about a half-year. Bailey filed an 87-page quo warranto, which lists six alleged failures that he says justify Montgomery's removal from office:Violating Missouri's constitutional prohibition of nepotism for hiring his half brother. Unlawful detainment of acting jail commissioner Tammy Ross.
Measles case confirmed in Cedar County

4 days ago | ksmu.org | Michele Skalicky

The Cedar County Health Department has reported a laboratory-confirmed measles case. According to the health department on social media, the case was in an unvaccinated Cedar County child. Cedar County is located northwest of Greene County. Its county seat is Stockton. The health department said exposure to the infection is believed to be limited, but routine public health follow-up continues.
Zohran Mamdani set to defeat Cuomo in NYC mayoral primary upset

5 days ago | ksmu.org | Michel Martin |Sarah Ventre

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist who ran a grassroots campaign, is set to win the Democratic primary for New York City mayor, toppling former Governor Andrew Cuomo.
A new archeological discovery finds painted Roman frescoes in the heart of London

5 days ago | ksmu.org | Willem Marx

AILSA CHANG, HOST:In recent years, excavations in London have revealed incredible archaeological treasures from the Roman Empire, from remnants of roads to handwritten documents nearly 2,000 years old. Now, a dig in the heart of the British capital has unearthed one of the most extensive collections of painted Roman walls, or frescoes, that's ever been found in the city, as Willem Marx reports.
Trackchairs at MO State Parks allow those with disabilities to get out on the trails

6 days ago | ksmu.org | Michele Skalicky

Some of Missouri’s state parks offer a way for those with mobility challenges to be able to enjoy the trails like everybody else. And a recent donation has expanded accessibility even further. Every state parks region in Missouri now has two Action Trackchairs. They’re wheelchairs, but instead of wheels, they have a track – like tank or a bulldozer.
Low-interest loans are available for those impacted by April 29 storms

6 days ago | ksmu.org | Michele Skalicky

Low-interest federal disaster loans are available from the U.S. Small Business Administration to help Missouri small businesses, private nonprofits and residents impacted by severe weather on April 29. The loans are available through a federal disaster declaration requested by Governor Mike Kehoe and approved by the Trump administration. The declaration covers these Missouri counties: Barry, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Greene, Jasper, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton Polk, Stone and Webster.
Over protest petition, Springfield City Council approves mixed-use development off Vernon Road

6 days ago | ksmu.org | Gregory Holman

Councilmembers considered a 104-acre mixed-use project located on Vernon Road at the city’s northern edge. Anita Cotter, Springfield City Clerk, informed them that a protest petition was found to be sufficient with 30.8 percent of residents living within 185 feet of the property signing on with their opposition to the rezoning. Thus, the ordinance could only pass with a supermajority of six Council votes.
Deadline is June 30 to apply or re-apply for Greene County senior tax credit

1 week ago | ksmu.org | Michele Skalicky

Anyone 62 and over in Greene County who wishes to apply or re-apply for the senior tax credit needs to do so by June 30. Greene County Collector Allen Icet held a press conference Monday morning to help spread the word. The Greene County Commission passed an ordinance last year allowing those 62 and over to apply to have their real estate taxes frozen going forward, he said, and many did. “In 2024, we had over 15,000 applications for the initial program,” he said.
Nixa student group coming to downtown Springfield bookstore for ‘Day of Action’

1 week ago | ksmu.org | Gregory Holman

A few years ago, challenges to the presence of some books in the student library put Nixa Public Schools in the national spotlight. Titles like A Handmaid’s Tale and Blankets were reviewed and removed by the school board, and at least a dozen other books were challenged by parents. In response, some Nixa students decided it was time for them to get organized and openly support the freedom to read. Thomi Brown is one of the co-founders of Nixa SABR.