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Senator Eric Schmitt issues statement on the death of Charlie Kirk

By K. S. Dickens | Sep 10, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has issued a statement following the death of Charlie Kirk.

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Columbia Police arrest 21-year-old Colorado man for suspected ATM theft

By G. M. Warren | Sep 10, 2025

The Columbia Police Department has reported the arrest of a 21-year-old Colorado man suspected of theft after he allegedly withdrew tens of thousands of dollars from an ATM on Buttonwood Drive.

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Missouri's Q1 property tax revenue up 200% from previous quarter

By C. L. Hart | Sep 10, 2025

The first quarter brought in $33 million in property tax revenue for Missouri, a 200% increase from the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Independence teacher indicted on multiple counts related to child pornography

By L. L. Gomez | Sep 10, 2025

An elementary school teacher from Independence, Missouri, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on additional child pornography charges.

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Columbia man indicted for firearm possession after prior felony conviction

By M. A. Herring | Sep 10, 2025

A Columbia, Missouri man has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly possessing a firearm after a prior felony conviction.

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Independence residents indicted on federal drug trafficking and firearms charges

By L. L. Gomez | Sep 10, 2025

Two residents of Independence, Missouri, April Henderson and Donnell Timley, have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to drug trafficking and firearms violations.

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Senator Schmitt introduces resolution honoring Operation Midnight Hammer servicemembers

By C. M. Luna | Sep 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has introduced a Senate Resolution to honor airmen and sailors involved in Operation Midnight Hammer, a recent military action targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities.

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2025: Measles cases in Missouri up as of week ending Aug. 30

By P. T. Askew | Sep 9, 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 Aug. 23.

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Pagan’s Motorcycle Club member pleads guilty in North Kansas City assault

By F. S. Rutherford | Sep 9, 2025

A member of the Pagan’s Motorcycle Club has pleaded guilty to his role in a violent assault against a rival motorcycle club member.

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Senate confirms four federal district court judges from Missouri

By C. M. Luna | Sep 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has welcomed the Senate’s confirmation of four nominees to serve as federal district court judges in Missouri.

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SLU students join global youth for Jubilee Year events with Pope Leo XIV

By B. M. Long | Sep 9, 2025

A group of students from St. Louis University (SLU) traveled to Rome in late July 2025 to participate in the Catholic Church’s Jubilee Year, a tradition held every 25 years that emphasizes pilgrimage and spiritual renewal.

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Senator Schmitt welcomes Maria Lanahan’s confirmation as federal judge in Missouri

By K. S. Dickens | Sep 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has expressed support for the Senate's confirmation of Maria Lanahan as a judge for the Eastern District of Missouri.

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C2N Diagnostics expands headquarters at Cortex Innovation District amid regional support

By C. L. Hart | Sep 9, 2025

St. Louis-based C2N Diagnostics is expanding its operations, tripling its size and relocating its headquarters to Catalyst, Powered by WashU, in the Cortex Innovation District.

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Former Missouri manager pleads guilty to embezzling over $870,000

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 9, 2025

A former general manager of a Missouri company has admitted to embezzling $878,000 from her employer.

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Lufthansa expands flights between St. Louis and Frankfurt amid growing demand

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 9, 2025

Lufthansa has announced it will expand its flight service between St. Louis and Frankfurt, Germany, increasing the frequency to five flights per week.

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Mexican national charged with drug trafficking after large methamphetamine seizure in Kansas City

By Show-Me State Times | Sep 9, 2025

A Mexican national has been charged with drug trafficking offenses following the seizure of nearly 29 kilograms of methamphetamine in the Kansas City area.

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Senator Schmitt criticizes Democrats over delays in confirming presidential nominees

By K. S. Dickens | Sep 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) criticized Senate Democrats and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for what he described as unprecedented obstruction of President Donald Trump’s nominees.

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St. Louis County man pleads guilty to stealing over $100K in disability benefits

By F. S. Rutherford | Sep 9, 2025

A Wellston man has pleaded guilty to stealing over $100,000 in Social Security disability benefits.

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Hawley introduces bill requiring 'In God We Trust' on all federal buildings

By L. J. Crowley | Sep 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has introduced the In God We Trust Act, a bill that would require the General Services Administration (GSA) to display the national motto on all federal buildings across the country.

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Small business optimism rises again despite ongoing hiring challenges

By L. L. Gomez | Sep 9, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 0.5 points in August, reaching 100.8, which is nearly three points above its long-term average.