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University of Missouri researcher Kiruba Krishnaswamy has taken on the global challenge of hidden hunger, a form of malnutrition affecting more than 2 billion people. Krishnaswamy, an assistant professor with joint appointments in the MU College of Engineering and MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, recently received a five-year, $532,000 Early Career Development (CAREER) award from the National Science Foundation for her project aimed at addressing hidden hunger.“Whenever we talk about hunger, we usually talk about chronic hunger, but hidden hunger is...

Man Who Committed Three St. Louis Area Robberies Sentenced to 129 Months in Prison

U.S. District Judge Henry E. Autrey handed down a verdict on Tuesday, sentencing a man from Florissant, Missouri to serve time behind bars for his criminal actions. Autrey announced that the individual was to serve 105 months in prison for committing robberies at two area banks and a fast-food restaurant, where he brandished what appeared to be a handgun. Additionally, Autrey imposed an extra 24 months in prison on the man for violating his supervised release in a previous bank robbery case.The culprit, identified as 58-year-old Ricardo L. Rusan, was found guilty of...

Major strides forward: MizzouForward makes new $5 million investment in student success initiatives

The University of Missouri's groundbreaking initiative, MizzouForward, continues to make significant progress with a recent $5 million investment in student success initiatives. President Mun Choi expressed pride in the momentum built by MizzouForward, stating, "We are proud of the momentum built with MizzouForward, and we’re excited to see it continue."The latest investment will support 75 new student success projects, including a diagnostic medical ultrasound laboratory, flight simulator training equipment for cadets in the Air Force ROTC program, and a Research...

Greater St. Louis, Inc. Responds to Wall Street Journal Story on Downtown St. Louis

Greater St. Louis, Inc. has responded to a recent story published by the Wall Street Journal that highlighted the challenges faced by Downtown St. Louis. In a statement, the organization emphasized the importance of addressing these challenges and the ongoing efforts to revitalize the city's core.According to Greater St. Louis, Inc., the business community is actively working on restoring the core of the city, which is identified as a top priority in the STL 2030 Jobs Plan. The organization acknowledged the complex challenges facing Downtown St. Louis but expressed...

Missouri Woman Admits Attempting $1.6 Million Pandemic Loan Fraud

A woman from O’Fallon, Missouri, admitted submitting a series of fraudulent applications seeking pandemic loans totaling more than $1.6 million. Dearika L. Binion, now 36, successfully obtained two loans totaling $75,600. Binion pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in St. Louis on Wednesday to three counts of bank fraud.Binion admitted to the fraudulent activities, saying, "I submitted a false and fraudulent Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) application to the Small Business Administration on behalf of Domi More, a company I registered in 2014."She continued her...

St. Louis County Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for Shooting, Carjackings

U.S. District Judge Henry E. Autrey has sentenced James Furlow, a man from St. Ann, Missouri, to 18 years in prison for his involvement in two carjackings and a store clerk shooting incident. According to the court proceedings, Furlow carjacked a 2017 Kia Sorrento SUV at gunpoint on Dec. 26, 2021, before attempting to break into an ATM by shooting at it.During the same day, Furlow, along with Monya Jones, robbed a Quick Mart in St. Louis County, where Furlow shot the store clerk in the mouth, causing serious injuries. Furlow's criminal activities continued four days later...

Youth Sports Coach Admits Seeking Sex with Teen

A former youth sports coach in St. Louis, Trevor White, has pleaded guilty to attempting to entice a minor for sex. White, 41, admitted to initiating a text message conversation with someone he believed to be a 13-year-old girl, who was actually an undercover St. Louis County police detective.White, who was friends with the girl's parents, requested a photo of the girl and engaged in sexually explicit conversations, seeking a "positive response" from the victim. He even went as far as sending a shirtless photo of himself to the undercover officer.The suspicious...

South Transfer Station Closed April 15-April 26, 2024

The City of St. Louis Refuse Division has announced the temporary closure of the south drop off site located at 4100 South 1st Street from April 15 to April 26, 2024. During this period, all residents are advised to utilize the north drop off site at 4124 North 1st Street. According to the Refuse Division, citizens can drop off trash, recycling, and yard waste at the north site from Monday to Friday between 8 am and 4 pm. The south drop off site is scheduled to reopen on Monday, April 29, 2024.In addition to this closure, residents are encouraged to visit the Refuse...

Men Admit St. Louis Area Mail Theft, Bank Fraud Conspiracy

Two men in the St. Louis area have pleaded guilty to charges related to a mail theft and bank fraud conspiracy. Dareon Graham, 23, of Ferguson, Missouri, admitted to conspiracy to commit mail theft, bank fraud, and possession of stolen mail matter. Meanwhile, Tyrell Hardin, 21, of Hanley Hills, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail theft and two counts of mail theft.According to their guilty pleas, the men were involved in a scheme where they stole mail from U.S. Postal Service collection boxes to obtain personal and business checks. Graham organized the conspiracy,...

Lunchtime Live Returns to Old Post Office Plaza April 10

Downtown’s premier outdoor lunchtime party, Lunchtime Live, is set to return to Old Post Office Plaza starting April 10, as announced by Sarah Arnosky Ko, Vice President for Greater St. Louis, Inc. The event, sponsored by Greater St. Louis, Inc., and the Downtown St. Louis Community Improvement District, aims to provide a vibrant experience for residents and visitors.Sarah Arnosky Ko expressed the importance of maintaining the positive momentum in Downtown St. Louis by encouraging people to enjoy the outdoor event, stating, "With the weather getting warmer, we want to...

SLU meteorology students explore solar eclipse effects through hands-on research

The 2024 solar eclipse provided a unique opportunity for Saint Louis University meteorology students to enhance their understanding of solar events.

Attorney General Bailey Files Suit Against Biden’s Latest Illegal Student Loan Plan

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has taken a stand against the Biden Administration’s latest student loan plan by leading a seven-state coalition in filing a lawsuit. Attorney General Bailey criticized the plan, known as the “SAVE” Plan, stating, "With the stroke of his pen, Joe Biden is attempting to saddle working Missourians with a half trillion dollars in college debt." He emphasized the constitutional limitations on the President's power to cancel student loan debt without Congress's approval.Bailey expressed his determination to...

MU Center Projects a Dip in Farm Income for Springtime

By Show-Me State Times | Apr 8, 2024

A recent report released by the University of Missouri’s Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center (RaFF) has projected a decline in net farm income for the Show-Me State in the upcoming springtime season.According to Scott Brown, the RaFF interim director, the projected decrease in net farm income for 2024 in Missouri is estimated to be around $0.8 billion. Brown highlighted that factors such as reduced livestock inventories and lower crop prices are contributing to the projected decline in farm receipts for the state.The report indicates that Missouri's net farm...

Which Missouri political committees received the most contributions during week ending April 6?

By Show-Me State Times | Apr 7, 2024

Here are the 25 political committees that received financial contributions during the week ending April 6, according to the Missouri Ethics Commission.

Missouri: Drugs companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Missouri in March

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Drugs company from Missouri in March.

Missouri's Q3 2023 individual income tax revenue down 28.1% from previous quarter

The third quarter of 2023 brought in $1.9 billion in individual income tax revenue for Missouri, a 28.1% decrease from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Regulatory Sandbox Act Gains Momentum in Missouri Legislature

The Regulatory Sandbox Act, also known as HB 1960, is making progress in the Missouri legislature after being passed by the House earlier this year. Sponsored by Representative Alex Riley, the bill aims to foster new business ideas by creating a regulatory sandbox where entrepreneurs and small businesses can thrive.Representative Alex Riley, the sponsor of the bill, emphasized the importance of the Regulatory Sandbox Act in removing barriers for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Riley stated, "The Regulatory Sandbox Act would remove barriers of entry for entrepreneurs...

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Roy Blunt Soil Testing and Research Laboratory

A groundbreaking ceremony took place at the Fisher Delta Research, Extension and Education Center (FD-REEC) in Portageville, Missouri, marking the beginning of a new chapter for agriculture research in the region. The event celebrated the construction of the Roy Blunt Soil Testing and Research Laboratory, a $4.6 million facility aimed at enhancing research programs related to soil, water, and plant-tissue testing.Former Senator Roy Blunt, a prominent figure in Missouri agriculture, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to have a facility named after him, stating,...

Canadian Man Sentenced for Cross-Country Crime Spree

U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk sentenced Mohsen Akbari, a Canadian man who conducted a cross-country crime spree, to 15 months in prison for stealing $109,000 from retailers in at least 11 states. Judge Pitlyk also ordered Akbari to repay the money, with $75,000 already seized from his accounts.During his crime spree, Akbari employed various tactics to steal money from retailers. He would make a small purchase and then deceive store employees into giving him cash by using sleight-of-hand techniques. Akbari's modus operandi included claiming to collect $100 bills with...

House budget prioritizes infrastructure investment