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Connie Farrow, executive director of Patients Come First–Missouri, expressed concerns about pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in an opinion piece published in The Missouri Times.

Lawrence F. Barmann: A life dedicated to education and social justice

Lawrence Francis Barmann, born on June 9, 1932, to parents Francis and Weber Barmann, passed away in 2025.

Hawley gains pledge from nominee for mifepristone safety review

In a recent Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions hearing, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley secured a commitment from Jim O’Neill to review the safety of the chemical abortion drug mifepristone if confirmed as Deputy Secretary of...

Mizzou expert explores potential benefits of psychedelic-assisted therapy

The use of psychedelics in addressing mental health issues has gained attention recently.

Trailblazing medical school dean Patricia L. Monteleone passes away

Patricia L. Monteleone, M.D., a prominent figure in medical education and the first female dean of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, passed away on May 4, 2025, at the age of 89.

Analysis: Missouri one of 27 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Show-Me State Times shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Missouri is one of 27 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

** FOIA Request Sent to Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development Regarding Colleges Financial Aid Fraud on May 7, 2025

** FOIA Request to Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development Regarding Colleges Financial Aid Fraud on May 7, 2025.

Senator Hawley challenges DOJ stance on mifepristone safety

Today, Senator Josh Hawley from Missouri sent a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi, urging the Department of Justice to reconsider its defense of the Biden Administration's policy on mifepristone.

SLU hosts summit on healthcare workforce readiness

Saint Louis University (SLU) will host the fifth annual Regional Summit on May 21, sponsored by the Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions (ASAHP).

Missouri Lottery player wins big with unexpected $50K Scratchers prize

A Missouri Lottery player recently experienced an unexpected windfall when she won $50,000 on a "500X" Scratchers ticket.

Senator Hawley supports Trump’s nomination of four Missourians to federal court

Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley expressed his approval of President Trump's decision to appoint four Missourians to the Eastern District of Missouri's federal bench.

Hawley urges Labor Department probe into alleged child labor at Tyson Foods

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has urged the Department of Labor to investigate Tyson Foods following allegations of illegal child labor practices.

SLU professors honored at 2025 St. Louis Theater Circle Awards

Two faculty members from Saint Louis University's Theatre and Dance department received accolades at the 2025 St. Louis Theater Circle Awards.

Hawley introduces bill opposing USPS transportation optimization affecting rural areas

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced the No Regional Transportation Optimization (RTO) Act in response to a plan by the United States Postal Service (USPS).

Missouri AG introduces first-in-nation rule targeting Big Tech censorship

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has introduced a pioneering rule aimed at curbing corporate censorship by Big Tech and safeguarding online free speech.

Trump nominates two Missouri attorneys to U.S. District Court

President Donald J. Trump has nominated two attorneys from the Missouri Attorney General's Office to serve as federal judges on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri.

Hawley proposes bill for stricter rules on abortion drug mifepristone

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced a bill aimed at reinstating safety regulations on the chemical abortion drug mifepristone.

Study examines how Reddit is used for discussing pre-wedding doubts