MO State News

The Missouri Department of Public Safety and the Missouri State Highway Patrol today announced the launch of a new site for the public to report suspicious activity in Missouri: “Show-Me Shield” has replaced the Missouri SafeNation app. Show-Me Shield, which can be accessed here, or by visiting www.showmeshield.mo.gov, is now available for the public to […]

Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the promotion of Captain Jason N. Crites effective September 1, 2026. Capt. Crites will be promoted to the rank of major and will transfer to General Headquarters, Jefferson City, where he will serve as the bureau commander of the Executive Services Bureau. Crites

Average gasoline prices in Missouri have risen 14.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.82/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,940 stations in Missouri. Prices in Missouri are 14.4 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 97.6 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, AUG. 14, 2026 – According to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Leadwood’s wastewater facility is beginning to make progress toward repairing its failing treatment system. Recent sampling in the Big River upstream, at the facility’s outfall and downstream, show E. coli levels are slightly improving. However, those levels are still high,

Missouri landowners can improve forest and woodlands for birds New publication details practices that can offset declining bird populations. COLUMBIA, Mo. – Even small steps by forest and woodland owners can make a big difference in improving habitat for bird species. “Birds need our help, and private landowners can make important contributions to their conservation,”

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Rep. Jim Murphy is calling on Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway and State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick to investigate St. Louis County’s use of revenue generated by Proposition P amid the possibility that more than 200 county police officers could be laid off because of a funding shortfall.   In a

Due to a recent traffic accident, the Sea Lion Splash shows have been cancelled for the 2026 Missouri State Fair. While several individuals sustained injuries, we are grateful to report that there were no fatalities. The sea lions were immediately evaluated by licensed veterinarians and have been confirmed to be in excellent health.

Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, invites the public to take part in a public opinion survey regarding safety and security, officers’ attitudes and competency, overall agency performance, and concerns regarding crime and social issues. The 2026 Public Opinion Survey is now open and runs to the end of the