Show-Me State Times

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

Missouri's sales and gross receipts tax revenue up 48.4% in Q1 compared to same quarter of the previous year

Missouri collected $1.8 billion in sales and gross receipts taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Missouri Chamber PAC supports election of pro-business officials

The Missouri Chamber PAC played a significant role in the 2024 General Election by supporting over 50 candidates who advocate for job creation and business interests.

SLU researchers find link between obesity-induced T-cell dysfunction and cancer risk

Researchers at Saint Louis University's School of Medicine have identified a link between T-cell dysfunction and an increased risk of cancer in obese populations.

Saint Louis University hosts GIS Day focusing on geospatial analysis

Saint Louis University (SLU) is set to host GIS Day, an event aimed at bringing together academics, industry professionals, and community members interested in geographic information systems.

Missouri Chamber appoints new director of legislative affairs

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the addition of Jared Hankinson to its governmental affairs team.

SLU study examines impact of COVID-19 on U.S. breastfeeding practices

A recent study conducted by Saint Louis University examined the effects of COVID-19 stay-at-home orders on breastfeeding practices across the United States.

Saint Louis University hosts engineering bridge-building competition

Saint Louis University students recently participated in an engineering challenge where they constructed bridges using cardboard tubes and duct tape.

Missouri's property tax revenues up 3.2% in Q1 compared to same quarter of the previous year

Missouri collected $32 million in property tax revenues, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Hawley questions USPS board nominees on commitment to rural mail delivery

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley raised concerns during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee nominations hearing for the United States Postal Service (USPS) Board of Governors.

Former Florissant officer indicted for unlawful phone searches

A former police officer from Florissant, Missouri, Julian Alcala, 29, has been indicted by a grand jury in the U.S. District Court in St. Louis.

Three plead guilty in St. Louis auto loan fraud case

Three individuals have admitted to federal charges related to an auto loan fraud scheme amounting to nearly $350,000.

University of Missouri research reveals new plague transmission method

The plague, historically one of the deadliest bacterial infections, claimed an estimated 50 million lives in Europe during the mid-1300s.

Saint Louis University Museum unveils exhibitions on Nathan B. Young Jr. and Irish archaeology

Two new exhibitions are set to open at the Saint Louis University Museum of Art (SLUMA), showcasing diverse historical and artistic narratives.

Missouri's combined tax revenues up 9% in Q1 compared to same quarter of the previous year

Missouri collected $4.5 billion in combined tax revenues, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

HOK signs lease for larger space in Downtown St. Louis

Global design firm HOK has signed a lease for a new, larger space in Peabody Plaza, reinforcing its commitment to Downtown St. Louis.

St. Louis man receives prison sentence for false tax return preparation

U.S. District Judge Audrey G. Fleissig sentenced a tax preparer from St. Louis, Missouri, to 46 months in prison for filing false tax returns.

Man sentenced for role in fatal university city drug deal

A man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for his involvement in a fatal shooting during a drug deal in University City, St. Louis. U.S. District Judge Stephen R. Clark handed down the sentence to Nathaniel Anthony Brown-Shatto, aged 22, who...

Dunklin County woman pleads guilty in $565K bank fraud case

A woman from Dunklin County, Missouri, has admitted to her involvement in a $565,000 bank fraud scheme.

St. Louis man sentenced for arson and illegal firearm possession