A Missouri lawmaker is calling for more transparency and public input as large-scale data center projects expand across the state. Rep. Tricia Byrnes, R‑Wentzville, says communities should have a stronger voice before projects move forward, particularly when it comes to potential impacts like utility costs. She pointed to concerns in central Missouri, where multi‑billion‑dollar developments […]

Jac continues his home run tear in June as KC wins big

It’s time to hit the road and The State Department of Transportion wants travelers to feel more comfortable at rest areas and welcome centers across Missouri.  MoDOT Facilities Manager Scott Emmerich talks about these upgrades with Ashley Byrd. 

St. Louis has added another major sporting event to its growing resume. The city will host the 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, where America’s top distance runners will compete for a chance to represent Team USA at the Los Angeles Olympics. The race will showcase some of St. Louis’ most recognizable landmarks, including Forest Park, […]

In Columbia, a third-generation family restaurant is keeping Greek traditions alive and customers coming back for generations. Matt Pilger sat down with G&D Pizza and Steak House owner Matt Kertz.

A suspect in a million-dollar casino robbery in central Missouri remains on the run months after the crime, and the FBI is now offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to his arrest. Investigators accuse Hollis Vanleer Jr. in the March 25 armed robbery at the Isle of Capri Casino in Boonville, where more than […]

Missouri now has two men accused of being part of an alleged plot to attack a White House event this month. A U.S. Justice Department news release says Jordan Rincker, 28, of northwest Missouri’s St. Joseph is accused of planning to kill government leaders, business executives, and others at the June 14 Ultimate Fighting Championship […]

If you have noticed it takes longer to get your vehicle into the shop these days, you’re not imagining things. At the same time, many Americans are hanging on to their vehicles longer than ever because of high new and used car prices. When it comes to routine maintenance, are some services really necessary every […]

Before highways crisscrossed Missouri and before most rural routes were paved, getting from one town to another could mean mud in spring, dust in summer, and a journey that might take hours longer than it should. That frustration helped spark a nationwide push known as the Good Roads Movement, a campaign that eventually reshaped transportation, […]

The Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium offers events to satisfy travelers from around the world, along with new upgrades to keep the diehards coming back. Cameron Conner speaks with KC Zoo CEO and Executive Director Sean Putney to outline what’s new.

Missouri U.S. Senator Josh Hawley is demanding answers from Major League Baseball after three San Francisco Giants pitchers were warned for writing Bible verses on their caps during a Pride Night game. Hawley gave Commissioner Rob Manfred a Friday, June 19, 2026, deadline to respond to his letter. Major League Baseball says the messages violated […]

Legionella and Legionnaires’ disease are becoming more common in Missouri. This time of year, it is critical to maintain sanitary conditions on water wipes, still water, personal pools, water heaters, and more to limit bacteria growth. Legionella Program Manager Britni Hendren and program coordinator Jamie Salas with the Department of Health and Senior Services join […]

If Missouri is serious about data centers, there’s one place that’s already leading the way: Loudoun County, Virginia. Matt Pilger sat down with Mike Turner to talk about the challenges and lessons from what’s known as Data Center Alley.

State and federal officials are reviewing storm damage across Missouri after weeks of severe weather. Governor Mike Kehoe says teams from the State Emergency Management Agency and FEMA will join local officials to inspect damage to roads, bridges, and other public systems in 29 counties. The review follows days of flash flooding, tornadoes, and strong […]

75 years of the KC Starlight Theatre. An opportunity to see live performances under the stars in a setting only this region offers.  Cameron Conner sits down with President and CEO Lindsey Rood-Clifford to discuss what keeps generations of theatre lovers coming back and the art form of passing it to new generations. 

As Kansas City welcomes visitors for FIFA World Cup matches, public health officials are using an unusual but effective tool to monitor potential health threats: wastewater. By tracking what’s found in community wastewater systems, experts can detect emerging health trends early and provide valuable information to hospitals, emergency managers, and local leaders. We’ll explore how […]

Camping on Missouri conservation areas has long been free and open to the public, but that could change in 2027. The Missouri Department of Conservation is proposing a new permit system aimed at improving safety, reducing illegal activity, and better managing camping on more than 300 conservation areas across the state. Tyler Blake joins Show […]

MU Health Care has reduced its staff by 74 people. The positions impacted are mostly non-clinical and administrative jobs. According to a news release, the changes are part of a broader organizational redesign that reflects significant shifts in health care, including workforce dynamics, reimbursement pressures, patient expectations, and increasing operational challenges. Effective August 1, MU […]

The Missouri Department of Conservation says rising costs and a tight budget have led to the decision to eliminate 106 jobs by March 2027. Deputy Director Aaron Jeffries told Missourinet tough decisions had to be made. “The department has looked at our revenues, our ongoing, what I would call fixed costs related to retirement as […]

 LifeLaunch Missouri offers a resources tab on its website that assists youth in the challenge of becoming an adult. Grace Chapel, EPC Missouri youth and family liaison, joins Cameron Conner to outline the help that is just a click away. Adulting resources transcript with Grace Chapel and Cameron Conner