(Undated)  —  A man and woman from Missouri are among five people indicted in a $220 million nationwide fraud scheme, involving cattle purchase contracts.  US Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould says Joshua Link of Stafford and Tia Link of Smithton, Missouri are facing wire fraud and money laundering charges.  Both are […]

Will this be the year Missouri moves to an open‑enrollment school system? A proposal advancing out of the Missouri Senate Education Committee this week has renewed that debate. Sen. Maggie Nurrenbern, D-Kansas City, told Missourinet that a statewide open‑enrollment system would force school districts to compete against each other for students. “When resources are tighter […]

U.S. Rep. Wesley Bell, D-Mo. 1st District, is co-sponsoring bipartisan legislation that would create regional defense hubs across the country. He told Missourinet the bill would serve as job creators for the regions where they’re awarded. “These hubs would support talent development, technology transition, and collaboration among universities, defense partners, nonprofits, and local governments,” Bell […]

A clash broke out Thursday at a U.S. Senate committee hearing between U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Missouri, and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison over fraudulent activity within the nonprofit group Feeding our Future. Hawley accused Ellison, a Democrat, of trying to shut down an investigation into the Minnesota-based charity. “You said, ‘let’s go fight these […]

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The state legislature is again being asked to tackle an issue that touches every Missourian in some way – access to childcare services. Three-fourths of Missouri counties are considered childcare deserts, meaning families struggle to find quality, safe, and affordable childcare. Whether it’s a family who cannot afford the services to an employer losing workers […]

For the seventh year in a row, Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman, R-Arnold, is sponsoring a plan to end Missouri’s state sales tax on food and phase out local grocery taxes over time. She said the Missouri Constitution states that the state government should not be funded on the backs of necessities “I believe that groceries […]

Missouri pharmacists are sorting through Trump RX, which went live last week. Ron Fitzwater, CEO of the Missouri Pharmacy Association, compliments the Trump Administration on trying to address high prescription drug prices. But he said there is some frustration among pharmacists with Trump RX. “Well, essentially, it gives the appearance, at least in these early […]

Now and then, a story comes along that perfectly captures the intersection of unwavering faith, Ozark heritage, and a race against time. Show Me Today is joined by the ‘Accidental Ozarkian,’ Barbara Baird, to discuss her deeply moving encounter with Juanita Herrell, a 91-year-old ceramic artist from Douglas County who spent years painstakingly carving, firing, […]

(Columbia, MO) —  Looking for ways to boost the romance in your relationship, beyond Valentine’s Day flowers and candy?  University of Missouri, Human Development and Family Science Associate Professor Kale Monk has come up with a list of ten ideas.  Engage in regular relationship maintenance Build a solid foundation of friendship and admiration Respond appropriately […]

A group of Missouri House members wants to create a public registry of repeat domestic violence offenders. One of the bills, HB 3012, is sponsored by Rep. Ann Kelley, R-Lamar, who said the tool is desperately needed in communities to protect against the escalating dangers posed by habitual domestic abusers. “The harrowing case of Adriana […]

The Missouri History Museum in St. Louis isn’t just a place to look at artifacts. It’s a place to experience history in ways that connect directly to our communities, our families, and our everyday lives. From free family weekends to thought‑provoking exhibits and themed Thursday night events that explore topics like local Black heritage, the […]

Show Me Today takes a closer look at a new gun bill moving through the Missouri House. Speaker Pro Tem Chad Perkins is backing legislation that would expand gun rights in several ways — including lowering the concealed carry age and blocking the enforcement of red flag orders in Missouri. Matt Pilger sat down with […]

Show Me Today discusses one of the biggest advantages of working for the State of Missouri: the benefits. From pensions and medical coverage to wellness fairs and the employee referral program, the state offers a package designed to support employees and their families. Joining Show Me Today is Nicolle Singh from the State of Missouri Office […]

Ann Vastmans of the American Red Cross of Missouri joins Sue Danielson on Show Me Today to outline the current predicament.

Missouri State Sen. Jill Carter, R-Granby, wants to tighten how voter registration works in the state. Her bill would require election officials to make sure anyone signing up to vote can show proof they’re a U.S. citizen — a change Carter described as leading to cleaner voting lists. “It mandates that our data matching agreement […]

A Missouri Senate committee heard testimony Tuesday on legislation that would bar educators from encouraging students to pursue gender transition. SB 1085 would require school staff to notify the principal within 24 hours of a student expressing they belong to the opposite sex and require the principal to notify the student’s parents within 72 hours. […]

The Missouri Legislature has overturned a few recent decisions by voters – a minimum wage increase and paid sick leave. Lawmakers are also asking Missouri voters to overturn abortion rights that the people restored in 2024. Alisa Nelson talks to Benjamin Singer, the co-founder of a campaign gathering signatures to ask Missouri voters to ban the state legislature from […]

Small business owners in the Kansas City area got a chance to voice some of their concerns to members of Congress during a roundtable meeting last Friday. U.S. House Small Business Committee members who attended were from both political parties, and the meeting was hosted by U.S. Rep. Mark Alford, R-Mo. 4th District. Andy Rieger, […]

Current Missouri law requires K-12 public schools to provide a gifted program if at least 3% of their students are determined to be gifted. The Missouri House of Representatives has passed a bill that would bolster this regulation. State Rep. Brenda Shields, R-St. Joseph, wants to require schools to provide screenings for all students at […]