Missouri

Andres “Manny” Lopez, 36, an Arizona auto mechanic, pleaded guilty today to defrauding at least nine victims in Missouri and other states out of more than $1.4 million, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri.

SMITHFIELD — In supply and demand, it’s largely supply — a shrunken one — that’s driving up egg costs. In December alone, bird flu forced commercial poultry growers to destroy 13.2 million egg layers, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The first three weeks of...

AURORA, Mo. — An Aurora teacher accused of having sexual contact with a student makes his first appearance in court. Kyle Doss, 32, waived a reading of the charges Monday in Lawrence County Court and pleaded not guilty. He’s charged with having sexual contact with a student....

Editor’s Note: A version of this post was first published on Feb. 21, 2023. Venomous copperhead snakes are said to be some of the more commonly seen snakes in North America, a somewhat scary thought considering how many might be overlooked, what with their excellent camouflage....

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A Missouri firefighter will be remembered for his selflessness and dedication to public service. Gov. Mike Kehoe ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff at government buildings in Pettis and Saline counties on Feb. 4, in honor of Capt. Christopher...

Bird song is a well-known harbinger of spring, but in Missouri, a small frog known as the spring peeper begins spreading a message of seasonal change before many birds start their spring calls. People who want to learn more about spring peepers and other Missouri frogs should...

Well, our January to February thaw is almost done. One more day from KC of nice and mild temperatures before the step down to colder wintry weather commences. Yesterday was phenomenal with highs in the lower 60s, and today will follow suit — maybe even cracking 70° farther...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo - The Missouri Soybean Association has named Casey Wasser as its new deputy executive director. In this new leadership role Wasser will continue championing Missouri's soybean farmers, and strengthening the Association's industry engagement efforts. Wasser...

One of the most popular and widely-available baby snacks is now under an urgent recall in both Missouri and Illinois due to a dangerous choking hazard. The Food and Drug Administration just dropped this bulletin about why Gerber is recalling several popular baby snacks. The...

A string of potentially dangerous situations have occurred at various mid-Missouri schools this year. Most recently, a loaded handgun was brought to West Middle School in Columbia on Monday, Jan. 27. A middle school student is in custody in connection to the incident. Prior to...