We’ve all seen the headlines about Cyclospora, the parasite behind what’s being called “explosive diarrhea.” While that certainly grabs your attention, there’s a lot more to this story than an uncomfortable illness. Where does this parasite come from? Why does it seem to pop up every summer? And are there things we’re doing in our […]

If you’ve spent much time around Missouri’s rivers, you’ve probably heard someone say there’s nothing quite like being on the water after dark. For many families, frog gigging has been a summertime tradition for generations. It’s part hunting, part adventure, and part excuse to make memories with family and friends. Barbara Baird, better known as […]

Many Missouri employers depend on young workers, but a new report shows that pool is getting smaller. At the same time, more Missouri students are going straight to work after high school. Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger visits with University of Missouri assistant extension professor Alan Spell.

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New synthetic opioids are popping up faster than they can be regulated. For parents and partiers: Be careful. Ashley Byrd talks with Dr. Alex Krotulski, a leading national researcher tracking the rise of cychlorphine, about what we need to know.

Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, thinking about selling, or just wondering if now is the right time to make a move, the housing market is one of the biggest financial conversations for Missouri families. Joining Show Me Today is Brian Toohey, CEO of the Mid-Missouri Board of REALTORS®, to help us make […]

Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 steam engine is headed to Kansas and Colorado after spending several days in Missouri wowing thousands of railroad fans.  The historic engine wraps up its cross-country tour at the end of the month when it returns to its home in Cheyenne, Wyoming.  The stop in Kansas City Wednesday was […]

Missouri’s two U.S. senators are weighing in as Congress considers the possibility of additional funding for military operations against Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers this week the conflict has cost about $37.5 billion so far and argued additional funding will be needed to replenish military stockpiles and maintain readiness. U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley […]

Missouri is looking to expand apprenticeships as a pathway to good-paying careers, setting an ambitious goal of reaching 100,000 apprentices by September 2027. Ashley Byrd talks with Donna Sheets, apprenticeship manager for the Missouri Office of Workforce, about what that goal means and how apprenticeship programs are helping workers and employers across the state. 

For four days and three nights, the Missouri River becomes home to one of the most unique endurance events anywhere in the world. The MR340 challenges paddlers to travel 340 miles from Kansas City to St. Charles without the race ever stopping. More than 600 competitors, backed by family, friends, and volunteers, will test their […]

Few stories have captured the imaginations of generations of readers and television viewers quite like Little House on the Prairie. With Netflix developing a new adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved books, interest in Laura’s life is growing once again. Missouri has a unique connection to that story through the Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and […]

Missouri Democrat U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver is pushing the Trump administration to create an automatic refund system for tariff‑related costs, arguing that the financial fallout is hitting Missouri families, farmers and small businesses. Cleaver told Missourinet that rising expenses tied to tariffs are squeezing producers and consumers across the state. He said economists broadly agree […]

Missouri River Renaissance: A documentary showcasing the Missouri River’s transformation back into the “it” spot to be. Producer Jim Karpowicz tells Ashley Byrd it’s a story about how the Missouri River has again become a cool place to hang out – thanks to music and locals dedicated to keeping it clean.  

Electric vehicles are becoming more common on Missouri roads, but repairing them after a crash isn’t always as simple as fixing a traditional gas-powered car. At the same time, many drivers don’t realize their brakes are wearing out because the warning signs can develop so gradually. Auto expert David Finkelstein joins Show Me Today to […]

Looking for an affordable family adventure this summer? From feeding exotic animals in Wright City and discovering dinosaur fossils in Springfield to riding a historic-style carousel in Appleton City and exploring a family orchard in Brighton, Missouri offers plenty of memorable day trips for kids and parents alike. Rural Missouri magazine is highlighting some of the […]

Cyclosporiasis cases in Missouri reached 216 this week, with ongoing investigations into the intestinal infection. FDA issued a voluntary recall for iceberg lettuce linked to the outbreak. State Epidemiologist Nathan Koffarnus with the Department of Health and Senior Services reported the number has been increasing rapidly, yet the exact sources of transmission are uncertain. He […]

Missouri’s transportation future is starting to take shape. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission has approved a new five-year transportation plan that includes billions of dollars for roads, bridges, airports and other infrastructure projects across the state. Matt Pilger talks with MoDOT Assistant Chief Engineer Mark Croarkin about what’s in the plan and what it means for Missourians.

The Missouri State Fair is coming up from August 13 to 23rd. Mat Pilger gets a special preview from State Agriculture Director Chris Chinn and State Fair Director Jason Moore.

State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick has launched a performance audit of the Missouri Department of Revenue’s customer service operations, citing ongoing complaints from taxpayers and drivers. The audit will examine how the department serves Missourians who file taxes, register vehicles and renew driver’s licenses. It will also review the department’s oversight of contractors that operate most […]

Mizzou head coach Eli Drinkwitz said Monday at SEC Football Media Days that running back Ahmad Hardy has been medically cleared following the gunshot wound he suffered in May and has begun the next phase of his recovery. Drinkwitz said the bullet struck a bone in Hardy’s upper leg, but that injury has fully healed. […]