Campus safety is top of mind for many after a recent shooting at Brown University. So, what’s being done here in Missouri? Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger sat down with University of Missouri communications consultant Nicholas Tietsort, who explains why staying alert and planning can make all the difference.

As solar energy projects continue to gain momentum in Missouri, including in Macon County, a state lawmaker wants to impose restrictions on where they can be located. Alisa Nelson talks to Moberly Representative Ed Lewis, who says he wants to ensure that landowners and neighbors get a fair shake. Otherwise, he says he has a bill that would put a stop to solar energy farms altogether in Missouri.

A program that tests water quality for numerous lakes in Missouri, including the Lake of the Ozarks and Table Rock Lake, will shut down operations in 2027 due to federal budget cuts. John Hoke, Deputy Director of the State Division of Environmental Quality, talks about the program with Missourinet’s Marshall Griffin. 

The second session of the 103rd General Assembly begins Wednesday at the Missouri Capitol. Lawmakers are set to be in Jefferson City through mid-May. What can Missouri taxpayers expect from the people elected by a majority of their voters? Word on the street is not much. A major election year happens in 2026, which can […]

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On the first day of Missouri’s 2026 legislative session, Show Me Today looks at new Missouri laws already moving through the legislature that could affect your wallet and your family. Alisa Nelson from the Missourinet newsroom explains what Missourians need to know.

U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, says the U.S. is not at war with Venezuela. He told Missourinet that there is no legitimate reason for President Trump’s opponents in Congress to try and invoke the War Powers Act. “We executed essentially a warrant with the FBI, with the protection of the U.S. military,” Schmitt said. “That’s […]

When the Missouri Legislature is in session, Missourinet is usually there to report what’s happening. If you are visiting the Missouri Capitol once or on a regular basis, these tips are meant to help you navigate the building, know what to expect, and to learn about the people inside. The Capitol is open from 8:00 […]

Over 230,000 hospitality workers in Missouri will see a big change when they file taxes this year. Stacy Engle with the IRS told Missourinet that the “No Tax on Tips” provision was part of the One Big Beautiful Bill signed into law in July — and it’s retroactive for all of 2025. “Anyone that is […]

Montgomery County, located in east-central Missouri, could soon become home to two massive data centers and add about 150 new jobs to the area. They include Amazon’s “Project Green” and another called “Project Spade.” County Commissioner Doug Lensing told Missourinet that the Missouri Department of Economic Development first approached the county a couple of years […]

If you have ever waited in line at the DMV, you know how valuable a faster visit can be.  The Missouri Department of Revenue says a new system called FUSION is already making that happen. FUSION stands for Fifty Unique Systems in One Nexus, and it’s designed to streamline services and improve communication across offices statewide.  Show Me Today […]

The use of artificial intelligence is on the rise in the workplace, in education, and for leisure.  Alisa Nelson talks to St. Charles state Rep. Scott Miller, who wants to regulate kids’ use of chatbots for friendship. He says they can influence children…and not always in a good way. 

U.S. Rep. Sam Graves, R-Mo. 6th District, is defending President Trump’s use of the military to remove Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro without seeking permission from Congress. He told Missourinet that it was a law enforcement action, not war. “The same reason why they didn’t have to (notify Congress) when they went after Bin Laden, the […]

Five people were killed and 87 others injured in 187 traffic crashes during Missouri’s 2026 New Year’s holiday counting period, according to preliminary data from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Troopers also made 112 arrests for driving while intoxicated. No boating crashes or drownings were reported. The counting period began at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, December […]

Accidents happen. Whether it’s in P.E., shop class, or while learning to cook, a new state law better equips Missouri’s K-12 public schools to respond in cases of severe bleeding. Rep. Brenda Shields, R-St. Joseph, led a legislative effort to pass the law requiring “Stop the Bleed” kits in schools. “We used to believe that […]

Could Missourians see bigger tax refunds this year? Stacy Engle with the IRS told Missourinet that projections point to higher refunds, because of increased standard deductions under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed in July. “When that change happened, most people did not make any changes to their withholding, and most employers did not […]

A 2023 study ranks Missouri with the fourth highest rate of human trafficking in the nation. State Rep. Ed Lewis, R-Moberly, wants to reverse this trend, in part by restarting Missouri’s task force to fight human trafficking. “At least 1,000 people in the state of Missouri being trafficked at any given time. And most of […]

After a report released this week from Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick showed the state has gone through $1.5 billion in reserves over two years, House Budget Chairman Dirk Deaton told Missourinet that unlike the federal government, Missouri cannot rely on deficit spending. “So that’s the task before us is to make some adjustments over […]

Mothers Against Drunk Driving is renewing its push for tougher DWI laws in Missouri. The group wants ignition interlock devices required for all offenders convicted of drunk driving. Tabitha Perkins, MADD’s Missouri executive director, told Missourinet that they see the devices as a strong deterrent. “And it’s a life saving measure to make sure that […]

Time is running out for travelers who don’t have a REAL ID. Starting February 1st, TSA will charge a 45-dollar ConfirmID fee to anyone flying without one. Missouri Department of Revenue Director Trish Vincent told Missourinet that getting a REAL ID now is much cheaper than paying that fee—and it ensures you’re ready for future […]