Missouri now has 13 baby boxes statewide. The newest one was dedicated on Thursday at the Cole County EMS building in Jefferson City. Baby boxes allow parents in crisis to safely and anonymously surrender a newborn, knowing help is just seconds away. Gov. Mike Kehoe spoke during Thursday’s dedication and said the focus of baby […]

The Missouri Senate’s leader says she does not think children are a priority. State Senate President Pro-Tem Cindy O’Laughlin says if they were a priority, Missouri would not be where it is.  Alisa Nelson talks to O’Laughlin, who thinks the state should drill down and also think big picture to achieve better outcomes for kids. 

Engines roaring, tight turns, speed wobbles, jagged obstacles, and high-flying jumps… motor cross has a bit of it all. Your chance to see it comes to the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis on April 4. Professional dirtbike rider and Missouri native Austin Forkner joins Cameron Conner to unpack how electrifying this sport is. 

As Missouri works on its next state energy plan, the state is taking a hard look at how our power supply has changed and where future electricity will come from. Matt Pilger sat down with Missouri Department of Natural Resources Director Kurt Schaefer, who says Missouri was once a net exporter of electricity and is […]

Early psychosis can be frightening and confusing for families, especially when the warning signs look similar to normal teenage behavior. Experts say recognizing early signals and seeking help promptly can significantly improve long-term outcomes. EPC Missouri is working across the state to connect young people and their families with Coordinated Specialty Care. This team-based approach […]

March Madness is here. Updates from MSU and SLU

Missouri State punched its ticket to the NCAA Tournament First Round with an 85-75 win over Stephen F. Austin in the First Four, marking the program’s 20th all-time tournament victory and extending its streak to at least one win in each of its last four appearances. The Lady Bears leaned on a balanced attack and […]

The U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure has voted in favor of legislation that would require Commercial Driver’s License holders to be able to pass English language proficiency tests. House Resolution 5688 is named for Dalilah Coleman, a now 7-year-old girl who was critically injured two years ago in a traffic crash caused by […]

Missouri lawmakers are thinking about putting new limits and tighter rules on solar energy projects — from how close they can be built to homes and schools, to how they’re taxed and regulated. State Rep. Kent Haden, R-Mexico, is sponsoring the bill. Haden told Missourinet he believes it is critical that all taxation should remain […]

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is not playing games when it comes to unregulated video lottery machines. She filed criminal charges and a lawsuit today against Briarwood One Stop in Brookline and its managing officer, accusing them of having 12 of the slot machines. In a news release, Hanaway said she has filed two felony […]

A study finds rising insurance premiums are costing the state of Missouri hundreds of millions of dollars in lost revenue.  The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance study also finds the cost of large insurance settlement and courtroom awards cost Missouri residents over $1,200 between the years 2017 and 2022. DCI Director Angela Nelson says […]

The Missouri State Lady Bears are dancing. After grinding out a defensive battle to win the Conference USA Tournament, they’re headed to the NCAA Tournament, and for standout guard Kaemyn Bekemeier, it’s the kind of moment you dream about as a kid. Now, with a play-in game against Stephen F. Austin tonight at 8 p.m. […]

Early psychosis can dramatically impact the course of a young person’s life. Experts say the earlier this is treated, the better the outcome. EPC Missouri is assisting communities in responding more quickly through coordinated specialty care. Dr. Denise Walker joins Show Me Today to outline early intervention, explain how it works, and emphasize why understanding […]

The Missouri Department of Transportation says there are no immediate plans to extend I-72 across northern Missouri from Hannibal to St. Joseph. I-72 stretches a whopping two miles – making it the state’s shortest interstate. Eric Schroeter, Chief Engineer and Deputy Director for MoDOT, told Missourinet that doing so would be complicated. “One of the […]

Missourians taking domestic flights this month can expect some delays, according to Nick Chabarria of AAA auto club in St. Louis.  He said the ongoing partial government shutdown continues to cause security slowdowns at some of the nation’s airports.  Airport leaders in St. Louis and Kansas City note slow downs have been minimal compared other […]

Missouri honky–tonks aren’t just places to hear live country music. They’re time machines, dance halls, and community hubs all rolled into one. From century-old wooden floors to brand-new Lake of the Ozarks hotspots, these venues keep the two-step alive and bring together generations of dancers. Jason Oglesby, who wrote and photographed a recent Missouri Life Magazine […]

Show Me Today highlights EPC Missouri, a statewide initiative focused on identifying and treating early psychosis as quickly as possible. When young people begin experiencing symptoms, the speed and quality of care can shape the rest of their lives. Through Coordinated Specialty Care, communities across Missouri are working to make sure individuals and families are […]

A group of Washington University researchers in St. Louis says rural Missourians are far more likely to be uninsured than those in cities. A new report using post-pandemic U.S. Census data shows nearly 10% of rural Missourians lack health coverage, compared to about 7% in urban areas. The 3% gap is a far wider rural […]

A southern Missouri man is accused of poaching an adult bulk elk in southeast Missouri’s Carter County.  The Missouri Department of Conservation says a report came in last November after a Poplar Bluff couple spotted the animal.  The MDC says tips from the public, surveillance video, and forensic work to help identify the suspect from […]

Sunday’s round of severe storms and high winds have left thousands of Missourians without power this morning. Missouri Electric Cooperative’s outage map shows central and southeastern Missouri with the most power outages, with more than 1,200 customers without electricity as of 7:00 a.m. Ameren Missouri’s outage map shows nearly 3,000 customers without power as of […]