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KU Athletics announces passing of Jayhawk great, local teacher Nolen Ellison

Ellison was a 1959 graduate of Wyandotte High School and played for KU from 1961-63. In that time, Ellison was a two-time All-Big Eight First Team selection in 1962 and 1963. He was the seventh Jayhawk in program history to score 1,000 career points, and did so during an era when freshmen weren’t allowed to play varsity competition.

Woman, 24, found fatally shot Tuesday afternoon in Henry County, Missouri

A suspect is in custody after a 24-year-old woman was killed in a shooting Tuesday afternoon in Henry County, Missouri.

Missouri City’s ETJ could see the addition of an assistance district

Residents located in parts of Missouri City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction could see funds from sales taxes for local infrastructure and services.

Missouri Governor Commends Recovery Efforts in St. Louis Following Devastating EF-3 Tornado

Governor Kehoe praises recovery efforts a month after an EF-3 tornado hit St. Louis, highlighting the unified response and community resilience.

Millard South QB Jett Thomalla reportedly flips commitment from Iowa State to Alabama

Millard South's standout quarterback has reportedly flipped his commitment from Iowa State to an SEC powerhouse.

Missouri failed to extend child sex abuse statute of limitations again. What's getting in the way?

One lawmaker said Missouri runs the risk of becoming a ‘sanctuary state for pedophiles’ if the General Assembly doesn't pass a bill that would give victims of child sex abuse more time to press civil charges against their abusers.

Is Juneteenth a federal holiday? State holiday? What to know about day's history in Missouri

Yes, Juneteenth is a state holiday in Missouri and is observed every 19th day of June. As such, all state offices are closed on that day, unless it falls on the weekend, in which case offices will be closed either the preceding Friday or following Monday.

WEATHER ALERT DAY: Severe storms possible overnight and again on Wednesday

The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team is issuing a Weather Alert Day effective for a storm threat that begins late overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, and persists through late Wednesday night. There will be two rounds;

What to know about bunker-buster bombs and Iran’s Fordo nuclear facility

If the U.S. decides to support Israel more directly in its attack on Iran, one option for Washington would be to provide the “bunker-buster” bombs believed necessary to significantly damage the Fordo nuclear fuel enrichment plant,

Hemp leaders seek to deregulate Missouri cannabis industry through initiative petition

The effort may face fierce resistance from the marijuana industry, which accused hemp leaders of trying to roll back cannabis legalization amendments ‘all in hopes that politicians will eventually rep

Missouri State football schedule 2025: Get to know Bears' FBS, Conference USA opponents

Missouri State football will take the field against USC in less than two-and-a-half months. We're starting to get to know the Bears' 2025 opponents.

Cape Girardeau filmmakers debut comedy horror short 'Unsettled In' set in local mansion

Cape Girardeau filmmakers Scott Schnurbusch and Gabriella Knupp debut “Unsettled In”, a 16-minute comedy horror movie set in a local mansion, now streaming on YouTube via Rosebush Productions.

Missouri's only Title X family planning organization still waiting on federal funding

COLUMBIA — The Missouri Family Health Council is still waiting on an update from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding Title X funding it was supposed to receive on April 1. Without restored funding, clinics across the state will soon be forced to make some hard decisions when it comes to services and care they can provide.

Missouri legislators schedule hearing over MU Health Care, Anthem contract dispute

Amid ongoing negotiations between University of Missouri Health Care and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Sen. Cindy O'Laughlin (R-MO) asked for a hearing with Sen. Sandy Crawford (R-MO).

Missouri Highway Patrol will roll out cars with 'ghost graphics,' making them stealthier in the day

The reflective, color-matched markings are difficult to see during the day, giving them an almost invisible presence. The Missouri Highway Patrol says it will help them monitor dangerous driving in Kansas City and other urban areas.

Show Me Space 2025, Your Ultimate Sci‑Fi Celebration Hits Bonne Terre, Missouri (LISTEN)

Join The Space Museum and Grissom Center on June 28 for Show Me Space 2025, a full-day celebration of sci‑fi fandom featuring panels, cosplay contests, and iconic robot replicas from universes like Lost in Space and Star Wars.

Missouri Sen. Schmitt defends Trump immigration crackdown amid widespread protests

The Missouri Republican also said he's confident the U.S. Senate will pass President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," although he agrees with Sen. Josh Hawley that the measure should not cut Medicaid benefits.

Missouri lawmakers create pathway for free career-tech education

The bill establishing a reimbursement process for career and technical education passed with broad support in the House and Senate.

Elevator issues in Missouri City sparks federal and local intervention

Residents of a Missouri City apartment complex are demanding urgent repairs after both elevators have remained out of service for months. State regulators confirm enforcement investigation as Congressman Al Green looks into tax subsidies.

Missouri Scholarship & Loan Foundation Celebrates Milestones for My Missouri (MyMO) Scholarship Promise

MSLF also welcomes a new group of incoming freshmen to the MyMO program. These students will begin a four-year journey guided by structured academic and college-readiness benchmarks. Each year, they have the opportunity to earn $2,500-up to a total of $10,000-toward tuition at any eligible Missouri institution.

Tech N9ne filmed a music video at this Missouri home’s pool. It’s on sale for $3M

The lavish pool is one of the most recent additions to the home, which is located 30 minutes east of Kansas City.

Missouri Football: 2025 Tigers Season Preview and Prediction

Missouri Football: 2025 Tigers Season Preview and Prediction originally appeared on Athlon Sports.