Weekday Morning Newscast: Monday, October 20

By Chris Drew

Published October 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM CDT

Hear voices from Saturday’s no kings protest in Springfield, information on absentee voting, an update on road closures in downtown Springfield and potential changes to Joplin’s city charter.

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Weekday Morning Newscast

Chris Drew