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Royals continue to ‘explore all options’ in Kansas, Missouri

The Kansas City Royals remain committed to exploring “all options” in Kansas and Missouri, the club said in a statement Wednesday.

Missouri Supreme Court Defies Voters, Halts Abortions in the State

Despite passage of a constitutional amendment last fall, the ping-pong battle over "reproductive freedom" continues.

Missouri basketball adds December nonconference game to 2025-26 schedule

Here is who Missouri basketball has added to its 2025-26 schedule so far, according to game contracts obtained via an open records request.

Missouri will hand over personal data of food aid recipients to feds

Missouri has agreed to abide by a request from the federal government to turn over personal data about anyone receiving food assistance.

Missouri agrees to hand over personal data of food aid recipients to USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture requested personally identifiable information from SNAP recipients including names, dates of birth, addresses and Social Security numbers, along with total SNAP benefits received.

Missouri appeals court upholds $611 million judgment in Roundup liability case

Bayer is reportedly considering dropping signature product as litigation costs mount and company fails in effort to obtain legal shelter from lawmakers.

Here’s how Missouri’s national spelling bee participants did in Tuesday’s preliminaries

The preliminary round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee is over and five of Missouri’s seven participants have advanced to spell more complicated words. Moving on to Wednesday’s quarterfinals round are Ananya Aggarwal of Columbia,

Missouri’s hopes to retain Chiefs, Royals hinge on legislature’s special session

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe called a special session beginning June 2 to discuss a new tax-incentive program for professional sports stadium construction and renovations in the state among other things.

'It's very frustrating,' Missouri Supreme Court blocks abortion access, decision back to Jackson County judge

Missouri voters approved adding reproductive rights to the state constitution. The Missouri Supreme Court issued a ruling Tuesday that stops the ability to provide abortions.

Missouri AG slams $11B Grain Belt Express as a 'rip-off for all Missourians'

Missouri AG Andrew Bailey criticizes the Grain Belt Express project, calling it a "rip-off" for Missourians, while Invenergy defends its energy benefits.

Missouri National Guard, FEMA assist in tornado recovery

The Missouri National Guard and FEMA have arrived in the St. Louis region to help support the cleanup efforts after a deadly EF-3 tornado struck the city less than two weeks ago.

Missouri appeals court upholds nine-figure award against Monsanto over cancer claims

The story and headline have been updated to reflect a Cole County judge's changes to the amount of money awarded in the case.) COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Western District Court of Appeals upheld a Cole County jury's decision to punish agriculture giant Monsanto for diseases developed by those using its product.

Doctors urge tick prevention as cases return to pre-pandemic levels

Experts urge outdoor enthusiasts to gear up with gloves, hats and bug spray as warmer weather marks the start of tick season in Mid-Missouri. According to the CDC's Lyme disease tracker, about 27 cases of Lyme disease per 100,

Missouri Gov. Kehoe calls for June 2 special session to discuss disaster relief resources, stadium incentives

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe announced Tuesday a special session for the general assembly to discuss disaster relief resources, the stadium tax-incentive program and “critical” budget appropriations.

Missouri Governor Seeks Disaster Declaration from President Trump After EF3 Tornado Devastation

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe requests a major disaster declaration from President Trump following an EF3 tornado.

BetMGM Reaches Missouri Sports Betting Access Deal

BetMGM partners with Century Casinos for Missouri sports betting access ahead of the state's Dec. 1 launch, joining a competitive mobile-heavy market

Missouri to hold special session on aid tornado victims, owners of Chiefs and Royals

Gov. Mike Kehoe announced the special session Tuesday, less than two weeks after a deadly tornado hit St. Louis and the Legislature wrapped up its work.

Missouri Mom Arrested After Fleeing Car Crash...But Who She Left Behind Will Shock You

A St. Louis woman is facing serious criminal charges after a car crash. However, it’s not necessarily the crash that got her in trouble. Instead, the cops came at her for who she left in the car after fleeing the crash.

Missouri voters will again vote on abortion

Missouri’s referendum will be the first where voters will have the choice to repeal a post-Dobbs abortion-rights measure that has already passed.

Sheriff: ‘Object of high interest’ found after Monona County resident goes missing on Missouri River

Authorities say they have found what they believe is "highly likely" the body of a missing Monona County resident.

Defending champion Underwood ready for unknowns, emphasizing continued growth

Underwood baseball is coming off the program's most successful run ever. And while this year's squad may look different, the hope is that the defending Class 2A state champions can

Jackson County agrees to follow Missouri State Tax Commission order on 2023 reassessment

Jackson County has agreed to follow the Missouri State Tax Commission's superseding order, which was issued last week, regarding the 2023 property reassessment debacle.

Troubled waters start in Montana

Consider all the dewatered rivers flowing into the Missouri River: the Gallatin, Jefferson, Dearborn, Smith, Teton, Musselshell and Yellowstone Rivers. Consider too the dewatered rivers flowing into tributaries of the Missouri, like the Beaverhead, Big Hole, Boulder, Powder and Tongue Rivers.

May 26 recap: St. Louis news you may have missed today

Get a quick digest of today's top local news stories from St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Carlson scored twice and hit a three-run homer to lift Baltimore to a 5-2 victory and end the Cardinals' winning streak Monday at Camden Yards.

Republicans target a tax that keeps Medicaid programs like Missouri’s running

For years, states have been taxing health care providers to draw down additional federal funds for their Medicaid programs.

Breaking down LSU baseball's opponents in the Baton Rouge Regional, including Dallas Baptist

Here's an in-depth look at LSU baseball's opponents at the Baton Rouge Regional. Our LSU baseball coverage is brought to you in part by Our Lady of the Lake Health, Championship Health Partners of LSU.

Missouri mother sues day care after 3-year-old son allegedly suffocated during nap time

A Missouri mother has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a local day care, alleging her 3-year-old son was suffocated to death by a

Her wheelchair made travel tricky. Then one Missouri woman found the answer

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UNC basketball to host five-star recruit

One of UNC's top targets in the 2026 class is five-star power forward Toni Bryant, a Florida prospect who picked up an offer from the Tar Heels earlier in 2025. Since then, UNC has made him a priority, even watching him recently on the AAU circuit.

Jets Sign 15 Undrafted Free Agents

In addition to their seven-player draft class, the Jets have signed 14 undrafted free agents. Below is information on each of them.

5 Reasons Why You Should Hire Professional AC Repair Service

The easiest states to save money in 2025

A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.

Avtub: A New Era in the Digital World of Information

Federal government chooses Missouri for nuclear energy planning

The federal government has chosen Missouri and six other states to explore and expand nuclear energy programs – all to meet a fast-growing demand for power. Why? Artificial Intelligence and data centers are draining the nation’s power supply.

Amid Calls to Reform Bail, Judges in St. Louis Embrace Ankle Monitors

Proponents say the devices have helped address inequities in the criminal justice system. But many defendants have experienced unintended consequences.

Trump Administration's federal cuts impact Missouri History Museum

The Trump Administration’s federal cuts are taking a hit at a local attraction. The Missouri history museum, located in Forest Park, announced that it is experiencing financial difficulties. Jody Sowell,