NEWS UPDATE
Heavy Rain, Severe Storm Threat Prompts Flood Watches Across Missouri
Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected to move across Missouri Monday and into early Tuesday - prompting flood watches for parts of the state. The National Weather Service says a flood watch is in effect until 7 p.m. Monday for portions of central...
New nature guide features photography and travel insights for 80 “Scenic Natural Wonders of Missouri” (LISTEN)
Scenic Natural Wonders of Missouri: an outdoor nature guide featuring more than 80 sites. Ashley Byrd talks with writer Don Corrigan about his new book and what it shows us.
Missouri Legislature passes bill about businesses hiring illegal immigrants
One of the bills the Missouri Legislature passed this year would give the Attorney General the authority to prosecute and sue businesses that knowingly hire people in the country illegally. House Bill 2366 was sponsored by State Rep. Jeff Vernetti, R- Camdenton. “If a...
Missouri Congressman Mark Alford Talks About Iran War, New District
West‑central Missouri U.S. Rep. Mark Alford says the United States cannot afford to leave the conflict with Iran unresolved, arguing the primary concern remains Iran’s nuclear capabilities. Alford says Iran has enriched uranium to more than 60% and believes securing...
County Clerks Association offers perspective in Boone County clerk vs. Missouri Sec. of State standoff
The elections clerk in central Missouri's Boone County is not updating voter rolls, blaming “confusion” over the state’s new congressional redistricting. County Clerk Brianna Lennon, a Democrat, said Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins, a Republican, must first...
What you need to know about the Missouri Legislature’s bills passed, not passed this session
Another chapter of the Missouri Legislature has closed. State lawmakers have completed the second session of the 103rd General Assembly in Jefferson City. Besides a burnt hot pocket reportedly triggering a fire alarm the last week of session, there were seemingly...
Kansas City Union Station unveils major exhibits events and World Cup plans for 2026 (LISTEN)
Kansas City’s Union Station continues to be one of the region’s biggest draws, and the next few months are shaping up to be especially busy. From blockbuster traveling exhibits to family-friendly attractions and even a role in the 2026 World Cup buzz, a lot is...
UMKC economy professor breaks down if Kansas City Royals’ new stadium is “worth it” (LISTEN)
What will the economic impact be for the Kansas City Royals’ freshly announced downtown ballpark? Cameron Conner sits down with University of Kansas City assistant professor Kabeer Bora to unpack the logistics.
University Health opens hotline to field Alpha Gal tick allergy questions
It's tick season in Missouri, and health care providers are once again reminding people to be mindful of a growing tick-borne illness called Alpha Gal Syndrome. State health leaders say more than 34,000 cases have been reported since 2021. Alpha gal is transmitted...
Missouri Experts Warn Cannabis Use During Adolescence May Increase Mental Health And Psychosis Risks (LISTEN)
As cannabis becomes more accepted and more widely used, especially among young people, new research is raising serious questions about what it’s really doing to the developing brain. From increased risks of anxiety and depression to a potential link to psychosis,...
How to avoid the Missouri summer travel tax on your body with simple spine-saving tips from Dr. Sherry McAllister (LISTEN)
If summer travel leaves you stiff, sore, and exhausted, there may be a better way to handle it. Dr. Sherry McAllister, President of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress and author of Adjusted Reality, says the wear and tear we feel on road trips and flights isn’t...
One Year After the St. Louis Tornadoes Many Survivors Are Still Healing Emotionally (LISTEN)
As communities across the St. Louis area continue recovering from last year’s devastating tornadoes, this weekend also marks an emotional milestone for many families. Even a year later, survivors can still experience stress, anxiety, grief, and other lingering effects...
Kansas City Chiefs 2026 Schedule Features Six Primetime Games and Tough AFC Matchups
The Kansas City Chiefs full 2026 schedule includes another heavy dose of national exposure and difficult opponents. Kansas City is currently scheduled for six primetime games and at least 10 nationally televised contests. The Chiefs open the regular season at home on...
Heart Care Continues In Missouri As Boone Health Opens New Clinic And Lawsuit Advances (LISTEN)
Boone Health has opened a new cardiology clinic in Columbia, but the legal battle with the Missouri Heart Center isn’t over yet. Matt Pilger spoke with Boone Health communications director Christian Basi about the transition for patients and the status of the ongoing...
Missouri Water Rescue Teams Prep For Floods (LISTEN)
Heavy rains this spring have swollen many Missouri creeks and rivers, flooding dozens of roads. Gale Blomenkamp of Missouri Task Force One says teams know this can be a busy time of the year for water rescue calls. He spoke with Sue Danielson about the hidden dangers...
Missouri Legislature sends elections bill to Governor Kehoe
Legislation making changes to Missouri elections is on its way to Gov. Mike Kehoe. On Tuesday, the Missouri House passed House Bill 1871 by a 101-47 vote to give it final approval. The proposal is sponsored by State Rep. Peggy McGaugh, R-Carrollton, who spent decades...
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