Outdoors

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) gave notice that they want public input on a proposed limited and highly regulated hunting season for black bears, which would be open only to Missouri residents.

Cooler spring weather will continue through Wednesday with a warm up and increasing chances for thunderstorms Thursday into the weekend.

With the majority of people stuck at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, thoughts of putting out a garden most likely have crossed minds at least one or two times. But of course a big stumbling block for many is how do I go about it?

Taking a look at the week head... Mild with temperatures in the 60s and 70s gradually warming into the 80s by the end of the week. An area of low pressure just off to the east of the area will allow for partly to mostly cloudy skies each day over the next several days. Storm chances increase by late week.

If you're looking to get the family out of the house the Kansas City Zoo is reopening tomorrow, May 16

Rain and thunderstorms will continue to move out of the area this morning with cloudy skies and cooler temperatures through this afternoon. Storms are expected to return later tonight as they move up from southeast Kansas and southwest Missouri.

We thought it would be interesting to visit one of the big stories from last year. We had an over abundance of rain across the midwest. It not only affected residents in Missouri but also those living and traveling along the Missouri and Mississippi rivers, along with local creeks and rivers.

Strong to severe storms in the forecast as we get closer to the weekend. Hail and damaging winds will be the primary threat, but a tornado or two are also possible.

We all know that things will not be the same over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25. Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, our usual celebrations will be a little different this year.

Strong to severe storms are possible throughout the day, but the best chance is tonight. Hail will be the primary threat, but damaging winds are also a possibility.