Show-Me State Times

Fontbonne University's Center for Bosnian Studies is set to relocate to Saint Louis University (SLU).

Missouri secures $24 billion judgment against China over COVID-19

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced a significant legal victory, securing a $24 billion judgment against the Chinese Communist Party.

Lottery player wins big with scratch-off ticket purchase

A Missouri Lottery player in Joplin has won a $100,000 prize from the "300X" Scratchers game.

Senator Josh Hawley backs Trump's labor secretary nominee

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has expressed strong support for Lori Chavez-DeRemer, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Labor.

Missouri considers reforms to enhance legal climate for businesses

Missouri lawmakers are currently deliberating on several bills designed to enhance the state's legal framework, aiming to eliminate barriers that might hinder economic progress.

Missouri woman wins $50K lottery jackpot with quick pick ticket

A Missouri Lottery player recently experienced a significant windfall after purchasing a Show Me Cash ticket at QuikTrip on S.E. Highway 291 in Lee’s Summit.

Saint Louis University partners with Girl Scouts on new scholarship program

Saint Louis University has announced a new scholarship opportunity in partnership with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri (GSEM) for participants in the Advance HER Leadership program.

Analysis: Missouri among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Show-Me State Times shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Missouri is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

Saint Louis Science Center named best free museum by Newsweek

The Saint Louis Science Center has been named the best free museum in America by Newsweek's Readers’ Choice Awards.

St. Louis showcases agri-food tech prowess at World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit

A delegation from St. Louis is set to participate in the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in San Francisco on March 11 and 12, showcasing the region's growing prominence in agri-food technology.

Missouri AG calls for probe into Grain Belt Express funding

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has formally requested an investigation into the Grain Belt Express project, a venture he claims represents a misuse of nearly $5 billion in federal loan guarantees.

University of Missouri researchers discover potential treatment for sarcopenia

Researchers at the University of Missouri have identified a potential treatment for sarcopenia, a condition marked by a significant decrease in muscle size and strength that affects nearly half of adults over the age of 80.

Attorney General Bailey moves against Planned Parenthood over Missouri abortion law compliance

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced the issuance of a notice of intent to serve a cease and desist order against Planned Parenthood facilities in the state.

Senator Hawley questions witness over antisemitism and DEI programs

In a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri confronted Kevin Rachlin, the Washington director of The Nexus Project.

Hawley announces reopening of Baring Post Office after tornado damage

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley announced the reopening of the Baring Post Office in Missouri, which had been closed since August 2023 due to tornado damage.

Greater St. Louis, Inc.'s interim CEO comments on mayoral primary election

Greater St. Louis, Inc. Interim CEO Dustin Allison has released a statement concerning the primary election for the mayor of St. Louis.

Amy Simons honored with 2025 Kemper Fellowship at the University of Missouri

University of Missouri School of Journalism Professor Amy Simons has been awarded the 2025 William T. Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence.

Hawley introduces bipartisan bill to speed up labor contracts with Teamsters backing

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced new legislation aimed at expediting the process of securing first contracts for newly formed unions.

Pamela Brown honored with 2025 Kemper Fellowship for teaching excellence

University of Missouri President Mun Choi, Matthew Martens, provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs, and Steve Sowers, chief executive officer of Commerce Bank’s Missouri community markets, awarded the 2025 William T. Kemper...

Study explores 'volunteer journalism' as a solution to local news decline