Murals celebrating America’s 250th birthday are starting to take shape across Missouri, thanks to one artist making a big impact. Matt Pilger sat down with Missouri Artist of the Year Ray Harvey.

The “Greatest thing since sliced bread” saying is near and dear to the town of Chillicothe, where the first commercially-sliced bread was carved out. It’s so near and dear to the northern Missouri town that residents have an annual celebration about all things sliced bread. Alisa Nelson talks to Amy Supple of the Chillicothe Convention and Visitors […]

From a viral play at the Congressional Baseball Game to a major immigration enforcement bill, it’s been a busy week for Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt. We’ll talk about his role in securing additional funding for ICE under the Secure America Act and get the story behind the baseball play that’s getting plenty of attention on […]

Senator Schmitt is our Missouri Beef Top Performer of the Week after his viral catch

A northeast Missouri school district is changing how younger students use technology in the classroom. The moves comes after state legislative efforts to limit screen time fell short this year. Ralls County schools will scale back one-to-one Chromebooks, which are laptop-style computers used for schoolwork. The dialing back will be for students in kindergarten through […]

If you are looking for screen-free and couch-free activities for your kids this summer, the Missouri Department of Conservation has a list of ways to keep them entertained and learning.  Alisa Nelson talks to Margie Vandeven, the education branch chief, who says the great outdoors provides a variety of summer boredom busters. 

Remember all those concerns about running out of pennies across Missouri? Well, things are starting to turn around.  Matt Pilger caught up with Missouri Bankers Association President and CEO Jackson Hataway to get an update.

What’s being called a “super” El Niño by people on social media is developing in the Pacific Ocean. State Climatologist Zach Leasor at the University of Missouri says it’s not that unusual. He tells Marshall Griffin that this summer’s weather outlook is a bit of a mystery on Show Me Today. 

LifeLaunch Missouri introduces “wellness” through eight different dimensions. Youth and family liaison for EPC Missouri, Grace Chapel, joins Cameron Conner to cover each topic and the significance behind them. Transcript for Grace Chapel and Cameron Conner

When you buy a vehicle, you expect reliability, and you probably assume your personal driving information stays private. Recent developments are raising serious questions about both consumer privacy and how long automakers actually expect their vehicles to last. Automotive expert David Finkelstein joins Show Me Today to talk about GM being fined millions for allegedly […]

Missourians filed more than a quarter of a million insurance claims related to severe weather last year. Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Director Angela Nelson says that while companies have paid out nearly $3 billion in reimbursements, it could take up to three years for all the insurance checks to arrive.  She says over four thousand Missourians are not happy […]

More rounds of rain and thunderstorms are expected across Missouri through Tuesday, increasing the risk of flooding across much of the state’s central and southern regions. A Flood Watch is in effect Monday afternoon for communities including Sedalia, Columbia, Jefferson City, the Lake of the Ozarks region, Rolla, Springfield, Branson, and Joplin. Meteorologist Ben Price […]

America’s national parks are more than just beautiful vacation destinations. They’re places that inspire awe, reflection, adventure, and a deeper connection to nature and history. On Show Me Today, we’re joined by author Brad Lyons, along with co-author Bruce Barkhauer, who has written “The National Parks Inspiration Guide.” The book takes readers on a journey […]

The Delmar Loop is hosting the “Juneteenth Celebration 2026” on Saturday, June 13. Cameron Conner speaks with event manager Celeste Grayer and the St. Louis Reconciliation Network Executive Director Brandon Wilkes to discuss the fuel behind the gathering: passion and movement.

Thousands of Missourians continue to wait for insurance checks related to 2025 severe weather.  Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Director Angela Nelson says over a quarter of million insurance claims were filed last year related to severe weather.  She says so far, insurance companies have paid out $2.9 billion dollars in claims, mostly for […]

Mail delivery delays affecting parts of Missouri were highlighted Thursday during a congressional hearing, as a St. Louis-area lawmaker pressed for answers and reforms. U.S. Rep. Wesley Bell, D-Mo. 1st District, told lawmakers the problem has impacted residents in his district since he took office, with delays affecting essential items. “Their mail isn’t showing up […]

As questions about data center development grow across Missouri communities, county leaders are working to get more answers. Matt Pilger spoke with the Missouri Association of Counties Executive Director Steve Hobbs about a planned summit aimed to help local leaders better understand the issue.

Kansas City’s past isn’t just history on a page; it still echoes through downtown streets, old hotels, and even the walls of Union Station. From bootleggers and jazz clubs to political power and gangland shootouts, the city’s Prohibition era reads more like a crime drama than a history lesson. On Show Me Today, we’re stepping […]

Kansas City Convention and Visitors Bureau officials say the World Cup “buzz” is getting louder. Mackenzie Wolters of Visit KC says hotel bookings have been lower than expected.  She notes, however, there’s a very positive indicator coming from short-term rentals near Arrowhead Stadium. World Cup matches begin June 16th and continue through July 11th. The event is expected to attract over 650-thousand fans and pump hundreds […]

The Missouri Conservation Commission has given initial approval to several proposed rule changes and finalized one new rule about deer hunting. Camping on public land First, free camping may soon no longer be allowed on lands managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation. During the panel’s May 29 meeting, commissioners gave first-round approval to begin […]