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FEMA opens disaster assistance centers in St. Louis after tornado

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 23, 2025

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has established disaster assistance centers in St. Louis to aid residents affected by recent tornadoes.

Missouri Lottery player wins $50,000 with scratch-off ticket

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 23, 2025

An ordinary trip to Custom Convenience in Gower became memorable for a Missouri Lottery player who decided to purchase a “$250 Million Extravaganza” Scratchers ticket while getting gas. “I was getting gas and just decided to get a ticket,” the...

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Missouri increases from Q3 to Q4

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 20, 2025

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Missouri during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $296,176, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Tornado recovery efforts continue with resource events and assistance programs

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 19, 2025

The Urban League, along with its partners, is organizing a large-scale distribution event for food, toiletries, and other resources.

Schmitt leads Senate hearing on claims of cover-up regarding Biden's mental fitness

By L. J. Crowley | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) led the Senate Judiciary Committee’s first full hearing focused on what he described as a cover-up of President Joe Biden’s mental decline and the potential risks to national governance.

Hawley presses for release of autopen consent records from Biden administration

By L. J. Crowley | Jun 18, 2025

During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) called on former President Joe Biden to make public records showing his consent for staff to use the autopen in official matters. “Today, I call on former President...

Senator Schmitt criticizes handling of Biden health questions; seeks records on autopen use

By L. J. Crowley | Jun 18, 2025

Senator Eric Schmitt appeared on Fox News to discuss concerns regarding President Joe Biden’s mental fitness and the response from Democratic lawmakers and the media.

Supreme Court backs Missouri's stance on child gender transition laws

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 18, 2025

On June 18, 2025, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced a significant legal victory for the state and others seeking to protect children from gender transition procedures.

University of Missouri study highlights importance of hope for enhancing life's meaning

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 18, 2025

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Missouri suggests that hope may play a more significant role in well-being than previously thought.

St. Louis man receives 25-year sentence for violent crimes

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 18, 2025

A St. Louis man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for a series of violent crimes, including an armed carjacking and multiple shootings. U.S. District Judge Henry E. Autrey handed down the sentence to Darnell L. Clemons, who has a lengthy...

SLU hosts tornado relief center in partnership with city and state agencies

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 18, 2025

Survivors of the May 16 tornado have been receiving support at the Disaster Assistance Center (DAC) located in Chaifetz Arena.

St. Louis woman admits role in million-dollar online romance scam

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 18, 2025

A St. Louis County woman has admitted to participating in an online fraud scheme, which defrauded victims of approximately $1 million.

VA provides 2,878 home loans in Missouri totaling $853.6 million in Q4 2024

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 17, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 2,878 home loans totaling $853.6 million in Missouri during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

CDC 2025 Measles Update: Missouri's case count rises as of week ending June 14

By P. T. Askew | Jun 17, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Missouri for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending June 7.

Downtown Summer Nights returns with movies and music at Kiener Plaza

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 17, 2025

The Downtown Summer Nights series is set to return to Kiener Plaza in St. Louis for its second year, beginning Thursday, June 26.

Lottery player wins big at Hamilton Bowling Alley

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 17, 2025

A Missouri Lottery player experienced an unexpected windfall at Hamilton Bowl in Hamilton.

Fulbright scholar Anuj Gandhi wins research award for study on Indian youth

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 17, 2025

Anuj Gandhi, a Fulbright Scholar, has been awarded the Fulbright-Nehru Student Research Award.

Missouri AG warns public about scams following natural disasters

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 17, 2025

In the wake of natural disasters, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has issued a warning to consumers about potential scams.

Former church volunteer sentenced for distributing child pornography

By Show-Me State Times | Jun 17, 2025

U.S. District Judge John A. Ross has sentenced Bradley Thomas Colvin, a former church youth ministry volunteer from Rolla, Missouri, to nine years in prison for possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).