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Hawley responds to reports of FBI surveillance on Republican lawmakers

By C. M. Luna | Oct 6, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) issued a statement responding to recent reports that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), under President Joe Biden's administration, monitored the private communications and phone calls of several Republican...

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Senator Eric Schmitt discusses FBI investigations and government shutdown on Fox News

By C. M. Luna | Oct 5, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) appeared on Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures to discuss several current political issues, including left-wing political violence, Operation Arctic Frost, and the government shutdown debate.

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Missouri legislature approves changes to initiative petition process

By F. S. Rutherford | Oct 3, 2025

In September 2025, the Missouri Legislature convened for a special session to address several issues, including changes to the state's initiative petition process.

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Senator Schmitt urges passage of pro-police legislation blocked by Senate Democrats

By C. M. Luna | Oct 3, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has urged the Senate to pass a series of bills intended to support law enforcement officers and enhance public safety.

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Hawley seeks answers from FDA over early approval of generic abortion pill

By L. J. Crowley | Oct 3, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has requested an explanation from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its recent approval of a new generic version of the abortion drug mifepristone.

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NFIB report shows persistent hiring challenges for Missouri small businesses

By F. S. Rutherford | Oct 2, 2025

In September, 32% of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill, according to the latest jobs report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).

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Senator Schmitt discusses cartel threat and border policy changes under recent administrations

By L. J. Crowley | Oct 2, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) appeared on Fox News’ Ingraham Angle to discuss the Trump administration’s approach to combatting narco-terrorist cartels and violent crime in the United States.

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Seven plead guilty in connection with south St. Louis "55 Boyz" drug gang

By F. S. Rutherford | Oct 2, 2025

Seven people connected to a south St. Louis drug gang have pleaded guilty to various drug and firearm offenses, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Tom Albus.

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Kansas City man pleads guilty to drug conspiracy involving methamphetamine and fentanyl

By L. L. Gomez | Oct 2, 2025

A Kansas City, Missouri man has pleaded guilty in federal court to participating in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl.

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Kansas City man sentenced to over five years for illegal firearm possession

By F. S. Rutherford | Oct 2, 2025

A Kansas City, Missouri man has been sentenced to federal prison for illegal firearm possession.

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Kansas City woman sentenced to prison for PPP loan fraud and stolen treasury checks

By F. S. Rutherford | Oct 2, 2025

A Kansas City woman has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for her involvement in schemes that resulted in over $500,000 in fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and more than $3 million in stolen Treasury checks.

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Felony charges filed against former St. Peters insurance agent for alleged fraud

By F. S. Rutherford | Oct 2, 2025

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has announced felony charges against Pamela Walsh, a former insurance agent in St. Peters, following an investigation into alleged deceptive practices at J. Walsh Insurance, which is now closed.

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Missouri secures civil commitment for repeat sex offender Goy Hamilton

By L. L. Gomez | Oct 2, 2025

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that the Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) Unit has secured the civil commitment of Goy Hamilton after a bench trial in Benton County.

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Center for Bosnian Studies to honor Nermana Huskić with Civic Courage Award

By B. M. Long | Oct 1, 2025

The Center for Bosnian Studies at Saint Louis University will honor Nermana Huskić with the 2025 Civic Courage Award.

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Hawley questions airline CEOs over passenger fees and company practices

By L. J. Crowley | Oct 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) questioned airline executives about their use of additional fees and policies that he says negatively affect passengers while increasing profits.

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NGA opens new $1.7 billion headquarters in St. Louis

By L. L. Gomez | Oct 1, 2025

NGA St. Louis has officially opened its new headquarters, marking a significant development for the region’s geospatial technology sector.

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Mexican national sentenced to one year for illegal reentry in Missouri

By L. L. Gomez | Oct 1, 2025

A Mexican national has been sentenced to federal prison for unlawfully reentering the United States.

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Greater St. Louis, Inc. hosts annual bi-state softball showdown at Busch Stadium

By M. A. Herring | Oct 1, 2025

This week, Greater St. Louis, Inc. hosted its annual Bi-State Softball Showdown, bringing together investors and legislators from Missouri and Illinois.