Show-Me State Times

A Missouri Lottery player experienced a significant win with a "Ruby Red 7s" ticket purchased at Elm Street Wine and Spirits in St. Charles.

Hawley introduces bill to end taxes on overtime pay

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has introduced legislation aimed at ending taxes on overtime pay, titled the "No Tax On Overtime Act of 2025."

Lottery player wins big with Treasure Hunt Scratchers ticket

A Missouri Lottery player has won a $50,000 top prize from a "Treasure Hunt" Scratchers ticket.

Census data shows population increase in St. Louis Metro Area

The U.S. Census Bureau has released its Vintage 2024 Population Estimates, revealing that the St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area experienced an increase of 6,420 residents, marking the region's most significant growth since 2010.

Missouri woman gifts husband winning lottery ticket worth $50K

A Missouri Lottery player from Scott County unknowingly gifted her husband a $50,000 winning ticket.

Missouri ranks 20th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 19.8% in 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 19.8% of income in Missouri—ranking it the 20th most dependent among U.S. states.

Missouri ranks 28th highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $11,453 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Missouri received an average of $11,453 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 24th lowest in the nation.

Missouri Bankers Association one of 50 state banking associations to oppose Durbin-Marshall credit card bill

By Show-Me State Times News Service | Mar 12, 2025

The Missouri Bankers Association {MBA} is one of fifty state banking associations to oppose the "Credit Card Competition Act."

Missouri lottery player wins $50K with double play option

A Missouri Lottery player won a $50,000 prize with a Powerball ticket purchased at Pump N Pete’s in Carl Junction.

Missouri AG issues cease order against Planned Parenthood over abortion practices

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has issued a Cease and Desist Order against Planned Parenthood facilities in Missouri.

Sam Aitchison named finalist for prestigious Truman Scholarship

Saint Louis University's Sam Aitchison has been named a finalist for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship.

St. Louis business leader opposes Proposition B ahead of April vote

Greater St. Louis, Inc.'s Interim CEO Dustin Allison has voiced opposition to St. Louis County Proposition B, which will appear on the April 8, 2025 ballot.

SLU receives $10M gift honoring alumnus Gerald A. Maguire

Saint Louis University (SLU) School of Medicine has received a $10 million donation from an anonymous patient, honoring Gerald A. Maguire, M.D., a psychiatrist based in California and alumnus of the institution. Dr. Maguire has also pledged...

SLU hosts annual conference on women in leadership

Saint Louis University is set to host its 4th Annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership Conference.

Missouri woman claims $50k Powerball prize after social media tip

A Missouri Lottery player discovered she held a winning $50,000 Powerball ticket after seeing a social media post about the February 12 drawing.

Hawley urges quick passage of STOP CSAM Act to combat online child exploitation