Show-Me State Times News

University of Missouri appoints Christopher Ave as media relations director

By Show-Me State Times | Nov 1, 2024

The University of Missouri has appointed Christopher Ave as the director of media relations and public affairs.

Missouri AG challenges California proposal affecting state's biofuel industry

By Show-Me State Times | Nov 1, 2024

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has formally addressed concerns regarding a proposed amendment by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) that could significantly impact Missouri's agriculture and biofuels sectors.

Missouri business leaders oppose Proposition A citing increased costs

By Show-Me State Times | Nov 1, 2024

Representatives from Missouri's business community are expressing opposition to Proposition A, a ballot initiative set to increase the cost of dining out, grocery shopping, and retail purchases.

St. Louis woman charged with $3 million Medicaid fraud

By Show-Me State Times | Nov 1, 2024

A St. Louis County business owner has been indicted by a federal grand jury, accused of defrauding Missouri Medicaid of over $3 million across more than ten years.

Missouri man pleads guilty to multiple child pornography charges

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 31, 2024

A Missouri man has admitted to charges related to child pornography in a U.S. District Court in St. Louis.

Former deputy pleads guilty to charges involving minors and pornography

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 31, 2024

A former deputy from the Phelps County Sheriff's Office has confessed to multiple charges involving sexual acts with minors and child pornography.

St. Louis County woman faces multiple fraud charges

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 31, 2024

A St. Louis County woman has been indicted on multiple charges, including wire fraud and mortgage fraud.

Saint Louis Science Center hosts Sci-FEAST exploring science behind food

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 30, 2024

The Saint Louis Science Center is set to host Sci-FEAST, an event exploring the science behind food production and consumption.

St. Louis man sentenced for illegal gun sales arranged from jail

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 30, 2024

U.S. District Judge Henry E. Autrey has sentenced James C. Street, a St. Louis County resident, to 63 months in prison for arranging the sale of illegally-possessed firearms while incarcerated.

University researchers address infection challenges in Missouri's farmed white-tailed deer

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 30, 2024

Researchers at the University of Missouri are working to improve the health of white-tailed deer on farms in Missouri, a state with over 250 deer farms.

Missouri Chamber appoints Kara Corches as first female president

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 29, 2024

Kara Corches has been appointed as the President and CEO of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Mizzou secures $4 million grant for teacher classroom management training

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 29, 2024

Researchers at the University of Missouri's College of Education and Human Development have secured a substantial grant to assist middle school teachers in managing classroom disruptions.

VA provides 1,707 home purchase loans in Missouri in Q3

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 28, 2024

There were 1,707 VA home purchase loans issued in Missouri in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $506 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Dan Engemann appointed director of policy by Missouri Attorney General

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 28, 2024

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced the appointment of Dan Engemann as the new Director of Policy and Outreach for his office.

St. Louis woman pleads guilty to stealing late father’s social security funds

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 28, 2024

A woman from St. Louis, Missouri, has admitted to misusing $55,000 of her deceased father's Social Security benefits.

Mizzou research highlights advancements in feline health and human-animal interactions

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 28, 2024

At the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine, cats are treated with great care and attention.

Missouri scientists trace origins of ancient ochre mines using advanced technology

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 28, 2024

University of Missouri scientist Brandi L. MacDonald is utilizing advanced technology at Mizzou to enhance the understanding of human cognitive development over time.

St. Louis woman pleads guilty to producing child pornography

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 24, 2024

A woman from St. Louis County, Missouri, has admitted to producing child pornography involving a two-year-old. Raven Ainesis Pointer, 26, pleaded guilty in the U.S. District Court in St. Louis to one count of production of child pornography. She acknowledged using her phone to create videos containing child sexual abuse material.

University of Missouri keeps Conley Avenue Parking Structure closed for repairs

By Show-Me State Times | Oct 24, 2024

The University of Missouri has announced that the Conley Avenue Parking Structure (CAPS) will remain closed as part of an ongoing repair and maintenance project.