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Greene County Commission adjusts, expands senior tax credit process
A previously passed state law enacting a property tax freeze for seniors created enough confusion that Missouri lawmakers passed additional legislation this year adjusting the process. The Greene County Commission on Thursday morning officially adopted its own revisions making the tax freeze available to more local residents. This was the first year that Greene County seniors had the opportunity to apply for the tax relief, which comes in the form of an annual tax credit. After the...
Mizzou’s Matthias Young develops a technique to detect nutrients in soil faster and more affordably
Every year, Missouri farmers lose millions of dollars in valuable nutrients that wash away into rivers and lakes. These nutrients — nitrates and phosphates found in fertilizers — are crucial for plant growth, but they wreak havoc on aquatic life when they end up in waterways. University of...
Judge hears arguments over whether Missouri AG Andrew Bailey should be questioned under oath
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s office urged a judge on Thursday not to require him to sit for a deposition in his lawsuit against Jackson County, arguing county attorneys want information that “has nothing to do with the case.” Jason Lewis, general counsel for the Attorney General’s Office, urged Clay County Circuit Judge Karen Krauser […]
St. Louis All Local AM: Alton cop indicted for theft, SNAP details lawsuit against Archdiocese
SNAP details allegations in priest abuse lawsuit against Archdiocese, shooting overnight in North County, former Alton police officer indicted for theft, GOP gubernatorial candidates debate, COVID spike, Wentzville strike over, baby formula lawsuit
Dance of Life sculture to honor late Cape Girardeau community leader
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A new sculpture is being built to be on display to honor the late Rex Rust. He was a community leader and businessman in Cape Girardeau. The sculpture will be named the Dance of Life. Those who have made contributions to help fund the...
Parma man facing enticement of child charge
PARMA, Mo. (KBSI) – A Parma man was arrested after the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by Biker Against Predators. Kenneth W. Rye, 30, of Parma, faces charges of enticement of a child. The New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by Bikers Against Predators on...
Missouri FFA officers advocate for agriculture in nation’s capital
WASHINGTON — Earlier this month Andi Belt was on her family farm in Leonard, Missouri, caring for sheep and gathering supplies for her freshman dorm room at MU. On the other side of the state, Gavin Rhode was feeding cattle and walking pigs.
KSHB 41 Weather Blog | Your phone apps forecast may be misleading you
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Hope you’re having a great Friday weather blog reader! We’re offically in the historical hottest part of the year which lasts until Aug. 2. Up to this point, July, which is the hottest month of the year, has been much cooler than average. July 2024 currently sits as the 15th coolest on record. We are slightly cooler than last July.
Friday, July 26: 90s will have to wait until a storm clears the area
We did it again, we didn’t hit 90°. It’s been 12 days since we hit 90°, quite a feat in late July. A pocket of unsettled weather moving north across the region this weekend will keep that streak going. Saturday will be rather cloudy and there will be pockets of slow-moving showers and thunderstorms, especially […]
Huge Changes Coming For Southwest Flyers Out Of Missouri
I recently wrote an article detailing potential changes impacting Southwest Airlines flyers. Today, the news hit that flying Southwest Airlines will be a little different in the future. Here's what you need to know if you like flying Southwest. For the first time in the airline's history, Southwest will change...
Kehoe visits St Joseph ahead of August primary
(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) Missouri Lieutenant Governor and now Governor hopeful Mike Kehoe stopped at Room 108 in St. Joseph on Thursday, July 25. Kehoe is one of many running for the republican spot in the November Missouri Governor Election. He reminded those in attendance of his campaign points. The Lt. Governor shared his thoughts on the evolving picture of the race for the President of the United States with President Joe Biden dropping out on Sunday and Vice President Kamala Harris taking his spot as the presumptive Democratic nominee.
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