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Mizzou announces schedule for Welcome Week events

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 12, 2024

The University of Missouri has announced its 2024 Welcome Week events, a series of activities for new students occurring the week before classes commence. The events are scheduled from August 14 to August 18 and include several traditions and activities open to media representatives and the public.

CDC Reports: Measles cases in Missouri this year escalate as of week ending Aug. 10

By P. T. Askew | Aug 11, 2024

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Missouri for 2024 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 3.

Eighth Circuit upholds block on Biden-Harris' student loan cancellation scheme

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 9, 2024

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a court order blocking President Joe Biden’s and Vice President Kamala Harris’ latest student loan cancellation initiative. The lawsuit, filed by Bailey, challenges the federal government’s “SAVE” Plan, which he argues would cost Americans $500 billion—$45 billion more than a previous student loan plan deemed unlawful.

Mayor Jones reflects on progress ten years after Michael Brown's death

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 9, 2024

Ten years ago today, Michael Brown, Jr., an unarmed black male, was killed by a white officer in Ferguson, MO. This act prompted difficult conversations about racial inequities in the St. Louis region that continue to this day.

Eighth Circuit rules against Biden administration's pistol brace regulation

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 9, 2024

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced a legal victory against the Biden-Harris Administration's attempt to regulate pistol braces. The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals deemed the rule "arbitrary and capricious" and remanded the case back to the district court for consideration of an injunction.

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Missouri declines from Q1 to Q2

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 9, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in Missouri during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $276,472, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: Missouri among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 8, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Show-Me State Times shows that Missouri is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

St. Louis announces $5 million grant fund availability under CDBG program

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 8, 2024

The City of St. Louis - Community Development Administration (CDA) announced on Friday, August 2, the availability of $5,119,304 in funds for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Request for Proposals (RFP). Proposals are due by September 6, 2024.

St. Louis announces $5M community development block grant funding

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 8, 2024

The City of St. Louis Community Development Administration (CDA) announced on Friday, August 2, the availability of $5,119,304 in funds for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Request for Proposals (RFP). The deadline for proposal submissions is September 6, 2024.

Charter amendments advance toward November ballot following President Green’s endorsement

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 8, 2024

The amendments discussed during today's meeting were informed by a year-long public process conducted by the nine-member Charter Commission. The commission was formed in 2023 after 60% of voters approved a measure to create a decennial review of the Charter. Originally intended to place proposals directly on the ballot, the process was adjusted to include the city's legislative process to ensure compliance with state law under advisement from the City Counselor's Office.

Charter amendments move closer with President Green’s endorsement

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 8, 2024

The amendments discussed during today's meeting were informed by a year-long public process conducted by the nine-member Charter Commission. The commission was formed in 2023 after 60% of voters approved a measure to create a decennial review of the Charter. Originally intended to place proposals directly on the ballot, the process was adjusted to include the city's legislative process to ensure compliance with state law under advisement from the City Counselor's Office.

First awardees announced for downtown retail incentive program

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 8, 2024

Greater St. Louis, Inc. and the St. Louis Development Corporation today announced the first group of businesses receiving grants through the Downtown Retail Incentive Program, a partnership aimed at attracting new businesses and increasing street-level vibrancy in Downtown St. Louis.

City announces $5M grant fund availability under revamped facade improvement program

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 8, 2024

The City of St. Louis - Community Development Administration (CDA) announced on Friday, August 2, the commencement of the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Request for Proposals (RFP), with $5,119,304 available in funds. Proposals are due to CDA by September 6, 2024.

St. Louis County man sentenced for aiding vehicle fraud scheme

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 8, 2024

ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk on Thursday sentenced a man who helped someone fraudulently purchase vehicles using stolen identities to one year in prison and ordered him to pay $89,263 in restitution.

City's personnel department honored at Urban League luncheon

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 7, 2024

The City of St. Louis Department of Personnel has been recognized by the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis for its efforts in hiring and recruitment, providing employment to thousands in the community.

St. Louis man pleads guilty to pandemic loan fraud

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 7, 2024

A St. Louis man on Wednesday admitted to fraudulently obtaining $41,484 in loans intended to help struggling businesses during the pandemic.

Missouri rolls back unlawful property tax assessments after lawsuit

By Show-Me State Times | Aug 7, 2024

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that the State Tax Commission has issued an order to roll back Jackson County’s 2023 property assessments. This decision follows the discovery of information through Attorney General Bailey’s lawsuit against Jackson County for unlawful taxation.