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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.

Lottery winner claims $50K scratch-off prize in Hazelwood

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 7, 2025

A Missouri Lottery player has won a $50,000 prize with a “$5,000,000 Fortune” Scratchers ticket.

Missouri Lottery player wins $249K Show Me Cash jackpot

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 7, 2025

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

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 7, 2025

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

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 7, 2025

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

By Show-Me State Times | Jul 7, 2025

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.