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Study links depression with increased costs in managing diabetes

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

A study by researchers at Saint Louis University has found a significant connection between depression and uncontrolled diabetes.

Missouri supports ban on student cell phone use during school hours

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

Missouri voters have shown strong support for a new law that bans cell phone use in schools, according to a poll conducted by Saint Louis University and YouGov.

Attorney general files petition against Benton County Treasurer over misconduct allegations

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 15, 2025

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has filed a petition to remove Benton County Treasurer Richard Renno from office.

VA provides 13.6% fewer home purchase loans in Missouri in Q1

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 14, 2025

There were 1,535 VA home purchases in Missouri in the first quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2025, totaling $467.1 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Missouri announces winners for 2025 agriculture photo contest

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 13, 2025

The Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced the winners of the 2025 Focus on Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest.

Missouri ranks 16th in total VA home loans during Q1

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 11, 2025

Missouri ranked 16th in the nation in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2025, with 3,306 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Attorney General Bailey challenges ESG practices in lawsuits against Glass Lewis and ISS

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 11, 2025

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has initiated legal actions against two proxy advisory firms, Glass Lewis and Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS).

Missouri governor signs new pro-business legislation

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 11, 2025

Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed several pro-business bills into law, as announced by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Former school custodian sentenced for possessing child pornography

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 10, 2025

U.S. District Judge John A. Ross sentenced Bernard Ray Mennemeier, a former high school custodian, to 63 months in prison and a lifetime of supervised release.

Saint Louis University's new president joins global Jesuit meeting

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 10, 2025

As Edward Feser, Ph.D., began his role as the 34th president of Saint Louis University (SLU), he participated in the 2025 Assembly of the International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU) as a delegate.

Father finds hope through groundbreaking osseointegration surgery

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 9, 2025

Zach, a father of three from Branson, Missouri, lost both legs in a workplace accident in 2019.

Attorney General Bailey demands big tech transparency on chatbot biases

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 9, 2025

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has issued a formal demand to tech giants Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, and Meta.

Missouri ranked 42nd in average VA home loan amount in Q1

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 8, 2025

With $300,918 in home loans issued, Missouri ranked 42nd in average loan amount for VA home loans in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Louis J. Capozzi III set to become Missouri's solicitor general

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 8, 2025

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that Louis J. Capozzi III will be appointed as the new Solicitor General of Missouri.

Small business optimism steady despite inventory concerns

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 8, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its Small Business Optimism Index for June, which saw a slight decrease of 0.2 points to 98.6.

Missouri AG urges DOE to rescind loan guarantee for Grain Belt Express

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 8, 2025

The Missouri Attorney General's Office has called on the U.S. Department of Energy to withdraw a $4.9 billion loan guarantee approved by the Biden Administration for the Grain Belt Express (GBE).

University of Missouri scientists discover potential solution for lung cancer drug resistance

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 8, 2025

A team of scientists at the University of Missouri has made a significant discovery that could address a major challenge in lung cancer treatment.

Missouri AG sues auto dealer over alleged fraudulent sales practices

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 8, 2025

The Missouri Attorney General's Office has initiated legal proceedings against Select Motor Company, LLC, accusing the company of defrauding consumers by selling vehicles without providing titles.

SLU partnership enhances outcomes at St. Louis Catholic Academy

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 7, 2025

A collaboration between Saint Louis University's School of Education and St. Louis Catholic Academy has led to enhanced test scores and student outcomes among middle school students after the first year.