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Saint Louis University seeks volunteers for yellow fever vaccine clinical trial

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

Researchers at Saint Louis University's Center for Vaccine Development are set to enroll up to 70 adult volunteers in a clinical trial aimed at evaluating a new investigational vaccine for yellow fever.

Governor signs HB 567 removing Proposition A's sick leave mandate

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed a new bill, HB 567, aimed at easing the burden on businesses imposed by Proposition A's paid sick leave mandate.

University of Missouri researchers engineer plants for enhanced biofuel production

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

Mizzou researchers are making strides in biofuel production by engineering plants to increase oil output.

New Madrid County man indicted for alleged meth distribution

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

A New Madrid County man has been accused of distributing methamphetamine to others.

Pair sentenced for armed carjackings in St. Louis

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

A man and a woman involved in two armed carjackings in St. Louis, Missouri, have been sentenced to over 11 years in prison. U.S. District Judge John A. Ross sentenced Jermanine Smith, 51, of St. Louis, to 141 months in prison on Thursday.

St. Louis man admits guilt in armed robberies of local businesses

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

A St. Louis man has admitted to robbing two businesses in St. Louis County, Missouri, at gunpoint last year.

Saint Louis Art Museum hosts over 100 art directors

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

Min Jung Kim, the Director of the Saint Louis Art Museum, recently hosted over 100 art museum directors from North America at the museum.

Gateway Arch Park Foundation closes deal on Millennium Hotel property

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

In a notable development for Downtown St. Louis, the Gateway Arch Park Foundation has finalized the acquisition of the 4.2-acre Millennium Hotel property.

Advantage Solutions finds success after moving headquarters to St. Louis

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 17, 2025

Dave Peacock, a seasoned executive known for his leadership roles at Anheuser-Busch and Schnuck Markets, Inc., made headlines in 2024 by relocating the headquarters of Advantage Solutions from California to St. Louis.

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.