Show-Me State Times

Staff and faculty from Saint Louis University (SLU) recently participated in a Civil Rights immersion trip, exploring key historical sites across several states.

Cape Girardeau man pleads guilty to gun store theft

A Cape Girardeau man, Danaje Raymond Webster, 24, has pleaded guilty to stealing a firearm from a licensed dealer.

Former teacher sentenced for possessing child pornography

U.S. District Judge Matthew T. Schelp has sentenced a former middle school teacher from St. Louis County, Missouri, to seven years in prison for possessing child pornography.

Missouri lottery player wins big with Club Keno's Double Bulls-Eye

A Missouri Lottery player in St. Louis significantly increased her prize by using the Double Bulls-Eye feature on a Club Keno ticket during one of the June 16 drawings.

Missouri attorney general announces charges in alleged $275K healthcare fraud scheme

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced charges against 15 defendants in connection with more than $275,000 in alleged Medicaid fraud.

Man pleads guilty to coercion involving minor in St. Louis County

A man residing in St. Louis County has admitted to meeting a 14-year-old with the intention of engaging in sexual activity.

Average VA home loan amount in Missouri increases in Q1

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 29, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Missouri during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 was $300,918, a 1.5% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Missouri man wins $50K Powerball prize using sentimental numbers

A Missouri Lottery player recently secured a $50,000 prize by playing a combination of sentimental numbers in the June 14 Powerball drawing.

Saint Louis University supports religious vocations through academic programs

Saint Louis University is offering a supportive environment for individuals considering religious vocations.

Missouri AG investigates Google and Meta over alleged firearm content censorship

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has issued a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) to Google and Meta Platforms, Inc., including YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.

Missouri AG sues Jackson County over firearm ordinance

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has initiated legal action against Jackson County, challenging an ordinance that he claims infringes on the Second Amendment rights of adults aged 18 to 20.

VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Missouri average $305,306 for Q1

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Missouri for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 averaged $305,306, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Two St. Charles County residents indicted for harboring illegal aliens

By C. L. Hart | Jun 26, 2025

Two residents of St. Charles County, Gua Liang Ye and De Jin Ye, both 56, have been indicted by a grand jury on charges related to harboring individuals in the United States illegally.

Disaster assistance centers open in North St. Louis after tornado

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has expanded its efforts to assist residents affected by the recent tornado in North St. Louis by opening three disaster assistance centers.

University of Missouri plans new Energy Innovation Center for future research

The University of Missouri is embarking on the construction of an Energy Innovation Center, a facility designed to foster advancements in energy systems.

Missouri Chamber seeks administrative assistant for varied clerical tasks

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is seeking a dedicated individual for the role of administrative assistant/Chamber Benefit Plan assistant.

Pair pleads guilty in armed kidnapping attempt targeting property manager

Two individuals have confessed to the attempted kidnapping and robbery of a St. Louis apartment property manager at gunpoint in 2024, along with other firearm-related offenses.

Phone scammers falsely claiming affiliation with U.S. Attorney's Office

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri has issued a warning about scams involving individuals impersonating representatives from their office.

University of Missouri announces members of NextGen MURR Working Group