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With $287,603 in home loans issued, Missouri ranked 44th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

District Election Officers appointed for Eastern Missouri ahead of November elections

United States Attorney Sayler A. Fleming has announced the appointment of Assistant United States Attorneys Hal Goldsmith and Jennifer Roy as District Election Officers for the Eastern District of Missouri. They will oversee election day complaints related to voting rights, threats to election officials, and election fraud during the November 5, 2024 general election.

Economic leaders gather for 2024 outlook breakfast hosted by Greater St. Louis Inc

Greater St. Louis, Inc., in collaboration with regional chambers of commerce from the St. Louis area, organized the 2024 Economic Outlook Breakfast. The event aimed to foster unity across the 15-county bi-state St. Louis metro and promote inclusive economic growth.

Felon admits guilt over stolen gun and illegal machine gun possession

A Cape Girardeau man has admitted to stealing a firearm and possessing machine guns, despite being prohibited from owning firearms due to his felon status. Dayvion Jyraud Parker, 21, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau to five felony charges, including the theft of a firearm from a licensed dealer and multiple counts of illegal possession of firearms.

Missouri business groups oppose Proposition A over increased wage and sick leave mandates

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 21, 2024

Representatives from Missouri's business community have expressed opposition to Proposition A, a ballot initiative that they argue will raise the cost of dining out, grocery shopping, and other retail activities. This measure proposes increasing the state's minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2026, surpassing the current federal minimum wage of $7.25. Post-2026, further increases would be tied to inflation rates.

Missouri faces slow population growth impacting economic competitiveness

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 21, 2024

Workforce challenges are a pressing issue for Missouri's business community, as highlighted in a new report titled "Workforce2030: A Continued Call to Action" by the Missouri Chamber Foundation. This report follows the initial Workforce2030 study from 2018 and is part of the broader Missouri 2030 strategic plan aimed at enhancing the state's economic competitiveness.

VA provides 2,382 home loans in Missouri totaling $685.1 million in Q3

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 19, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 2,382 home loans totaling $685.1 million in Missouri during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Poplar Bluff man pleads guilty to recording rape of minor

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 18, 2024

A man from Poplar Bluff, Missouri, has admitted to recording his sexual abuse of a minor with an intellectual disability. Jason R. Hicks-Simpson, 46, pleaded guilty in the U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau to one count of sexual exploitation of a minor.

Saint Louis University enhances athlete wellness through interprofessional collaboration

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 18, 2024

At Saint Louis University, an interprofessional wellness team is making strides in enhancing the health and well-being of student-athletes.

SLU professor awarded Global Ambassador Award by World Trade Center St. Louis

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 18, 2024

Hadi Alhorr, Ph.D., a professor at Saint Louis University, was honored with the Global Ambassador Award from the World Trade Center St. Louis.

Former telecom executive pleads guilty to defrauding investors

A Pennsylvania man has admitted to defrauding investors of $650,000 in a sports betting fund. Elijah A. Goshert, 48, pleaded guilty to three counts of wire fraud in the U.S. District Court in St. Louis on Thursday.

Hawley calls for resignation of Secret Service's acting director after DHS report

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has called for the resignation of U.S. Secret Service Acting Director Ronald Rowe following a report from an independent review panel commissioned by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The report highlights significant failures by the Secret Service during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where former President Donald Trump was shot.

Florida man charged with stealing checks from Missouri and Illinois churches

A Florida man, Lourdes Mario Anton, has been indicted in St. Louis on charges of stealing checks from churches in Missouri and Illinois. The U.S. District Court indictment accuses Anton of two counts of theft of or receipt of stolen mail, involving incidents at churches in O’Fallon and St. Peters, Missouri, both occurring on October 2.

St. Louis woman sentenced for pandemic loan fraud

U.S. District Judge Rodney W. Sippel has sentenced a woman from St. Louis County, Missouri, for fraudulently obtaining pandemic relief loans. Camille N. Foster, 32, was ordered to repay $113,223 to the U.S. Small Business Administration and placed on probation for five years.

Missouri experiences higher inflation rate than national average as of September 2024

As of September 2024, Missouri experienced a 20.9% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.5% increase.

Missouri receives $74.7 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q3

The VA issued 255 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Missouri during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Saint Louis University receives national award for diversity efforts

Saint Louis University has been honored with the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award by Insight Into Diversity magazine.

Expert discusses impact of artificial intelligence on journalism and education

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a significant part of everyday life, influencing various aspects from household chores to online shopping. Jared Schroeder, a professor at the University of Missouri's School of Journalism, views AI as an integral part of the future but acknowledges its complexities.

St. Louis summit explores inclusive economic strategies

Greater St. Louis, Inc. recently held its second Inclusive Economic Growth Summit, gathering leaders from the 15-county bi-state St. Louis metro area to discuss collaborative efforts for inclusive economic growth. The event was hosted by journalist Michelle Li and included panel discussions and a fireside chat with Dr. Xavier de Souza Briggs, a senior fellow at Brookings Metro.

Rolla man sentenced to over 15 years for child pornography offenses