Show-Me State Times

A Missouri Lottery player secured a $249,000 Show Me Cash jackpot in the June 16 drawing.

Missouri Lottery player claims $179K Show Me Cash prize before expiration

A Missouri Lottery player has claimed a $179,000 jackpot prize from the January 10 Show Me Cash drawing.

Missouri Attorney General appeals blocked abortion facility regulations

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that his office has filed an appeal following a Jackson County Court's preliminary injunction, which blocks the enforcement of Missouri's health and safety regulations for abortion facilities.

Missouri Lottery player wins $100K prize with 'Break the Bank' ticket

An ordinary day took an unexpected turn for a Missouri Lottery player in Clinton when she purchased a "Break the Bank" Scratchers ticket at Casey's, located at 701 E. Ohio St. The player was surprised to discover she had won one of the game's...

Number of VA loans issued in Missouri increased by 82% from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 5, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 3,306 home loans in Missouri, totaling $994.8 million, during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Study links independent nurse practices with better state health outcomes

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 3, 2025

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Missouri suggests that states allowing advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to work independently report better health outcomes compared to those requiring physician supervision.

VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Missouri in Q1 2025 vs. Q4 2024

The VA issued 1,245 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Missouri during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to 690 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Missouri Attorney General investigates Grain Belt Express over alleged false promises

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has issued a Civil Investigative Demand to Grain Belt Express, LLC.

St. Louis launches recovery programs after tornado damage

The City of St. Louis has initiated several recovery programs following the recent tornado, aiming to provide urgent repair services and protect homeowners from fraud.

Attorney General Bailey announces privacy protections in 23andMe sale

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that a multistate coalition, including Missouri, has secured privacy protections for consumers following the approved sale of 23andMe to a nonprofit medical research organization.

NFIB report: Small businesses struggle with job openings amid workforce shortages

NFIB's latest jobs report reveals ongoing challenges for small business owners in filling job vacancies.

St.Louis County man sentenced for five armed robberies

A St. Louis County man has been sentenced to 34 years in prison for a series of armed robberies committed across Missouri and Illinois in 2023. U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk delivered the sentence to Ronald O. Perkins, aged 30, from Black...

Missouri AG secures commitment of sexually violent predator Andrew Mitts

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that the Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) Unit has secured the civil commitment of Andrew Mitts after a trial in St. Louis.

Saint Louis Science Center launches adult-themed after-hours STEM events

The Saint Louis Science Center is launching a new series of after-hours events aimed at adults, starting with "Science Center Up Late: Experience Sound" on July 19.

Kennett man sentenced to over ten years for meth sales

U.S. District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh Jr. sentenced Clayton E. Barnes, a 53-year-old man from Kennett, to 128 months in prison for methamphetamine distribution offenses committed in 2023.

Jami Cox Antwi wins 8th Ward special election in St. Louis

Greater St. Louis, Inc.'s Interim CEO, Dustin Allison, has released a statement following the special election in the 8th aldermanic ward of St. Louis City.

Missouri AG shares firework safety tips ahead of July Fourth

As the Fourth of July nears, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey is emphasizing safety during fireworks celebrations.

Missouri AG investigates Columbia over DEI initiatives amid discrimination allegations