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Trump cites potential hack of US elections in speech slammed for stoking voter fears
The nation’s election infrastructure is vulnerable to cyberattacks by foreign actors, President Donald Trump said during a…
Demolition begins on former Perryville High School building
PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) — Heavy exterior demolition has begun on the former Perryville High School building, marking another step…
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Watch for a few storms this weekend
Dangerous heat early next week.
Man sues Silver Dollar City owner over train derailment injuries
A lawsuit filed in Stone County claims Silver Dollar City's train had defective springs, worn parts and misaligned track before…
Family ties create tag-team rematch in Missouri’s 32nd District state Senate primary
Missouri state Sen. Jill Carter considers herself a “poster child” for school choice, having homeschooled her children and spent…
How did Trump do in the most recent U.S. Supreme Court term?
In her analysis of the most recent U.S. Supreme Court term, Amy Howe of SCOTUSblog pondered whether it was “the Trump term?”…
Free online class helps recent graduates learn how to nail job interviews
One of the most intimidating questions you can be asked in a job interview is “Tell me about yourself.” How long should your…
Man shot by roommate in Springfield
Springfield Police arrested a man accused of shooting his roommate early Friday morning.
Mother accused of leaving 3 children alone in apartment for years takes plea deal
A woman accused of abandoning three children in an apartment without running water has pleaded no contest.
Man accused of leaving baby in car seat in middle of street
Prosecutors charged 36-year-old Christopher Pearson with endangering the welfare of a child and resisting arrest by fleeing.
Friday, July 17, 2026 – Missouri political news headlines
KSDK (St. Louis): Emails show Cori Bush’s PAC raised tornado relief money for a nonprofit the public cannot trace. Now the AG is…
Suspect who held woman hostage with zip ties ambushes, shoots deputies during arrest
Two Florida were shot by a man who ambushed them after a hostage situation.
Trump prime-time address targets election security, calls for Save America Act
President Donald Trump claims China accessed voter records, urges Congress to pass federal voter ID legislation.
St. Louis Blues sign Connor McMichael to a 6-year, $40.5 million contract
Connor McMichael has signed a six-year, $40.5 million contract with the St. Louis Blues.
Missouri Highway Patrol investigates deadly crash on I-44 in Springfield
The Missouri Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Springfield.
Construction worker hit by truck after driver ignored flagger, official says
A construction worker was struck by a truck Wednesday, according to Outagamie County Executive Tom Nelson.
WH teleprompter op accused of betting on Trump speeches
A White House teleprompter operator is at the center of a federal investigation, accused of making thousands betting on the…
Corn growers urge DOJ investigation into ‘collusive’ fertilizer industry practices
Farmers from across the country are urging the federal government to expedite an investigation of the fertilizer industry as…
Soldier, partner accused of starving baby and dog to death
A Fort Benning soldier and his girlfriend face life in prison after a federal indictment detailed a case of neglect that…
On Your Side: Missouri AG investigates Texas company for failing to deliver goods as promised
Opus Immersive, now out of business, is accused of taking thousands of dollars from customers without delivering the soundbeds…
Not all major networks carrying President Trump’s address tonight. Here’s who will and who won’t
Two of the three major news networks have declined to carry the President's speech live.
Missouri ballot measure campaigns dominate fundraising, ad spending for primary
Ballot measure fights are consuming the big money in Missouri elections this summer, with more than $27 million raised for…
Sources: John Combest (Missouri politics) · KBSI Fox 23 (Cape Girardeau) · KY3 (Ozarks · Arc) · Missouri Independent · Southeast Missourian (via Google News) · The Prospect-News — Doniphan (via Google News)
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