MO State News

Attorney General Hanaway warns tax day scams and fraud pose serious risks to taxpayers

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – As the tax filing deadline approaches, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway warned Missouri consumers to remain vigilant against a surge in tax-related scams designed to steal personal and financial information. Cybercriminals and fraudsters often take advantage of the urgency and stress surrounding Tax Day to target unsuspecting taxpayers. “Scammers rely on fear and

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Tax-Exempt Status is a Privilege — Not a Right

By Jason Smith, member of Congress   WASHINGTON, D.C. – For years now, Americans have seen the devastating impacts from the creeping influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Individuals and companies connected to the CCP have stolen American business’ intellectual property, bought up American farmland, and flooded our streets with deadly fentanyl. The CCP

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Missouri man remains at large after being one of five persons indicted for alleged $220 million nationwide cattle fraud scheme

DALLAS, Texas – A Missouri man who remains at large, is one of five individuals who were federally indicted recently for their roles in an alleged $220 million nationwide fraud scheme involving purported cattle purchase contracts, announced United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould.   At large is: Joshua Link of Strafford,

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Mark Twain National Forest announces seasonal hiring for upcoming recreation season

ROLLA, Mo. — the Mark Twain National Forest is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging local residents to apply. “Our seasonal employees are very important for summer operations—keeping our campgrounds, trails and recreation sites open, safe and welcoming for visitors,” said Forest Supervisor Vince Keeler. “These positions offer meaningful work, hands-on

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Hawley exposes fraud in state and federal programs and dark money funding web

WASHINGTON — This week, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) chaired a hearing in his Homeland Security Subcommittee exposing the widespread fraud in state and federal programs, as well as the dark money groups sponsoring radical left-wing subversion in America’s streets. “You testified that about a trillion dollars you think is lost in fraud every year. Where’s this money

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Douglas opposes House bill that would risk school funding

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri State Rep. Melissa Douglas, D-Kansas City, voiced strong opposition to HCS HJR 148 & 111 Thursday, legislation that would amend the Missouri Constitution to subject the Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) and charter schools to devastating losses in revenue and resources for students.   “KCPS has had a stable operating

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MoDNR is accepting Drinking Water Week poster contest entries

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – In recognition and celebration of Drinking Water Week, May 3-9, 2026, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the Missouri Section American Water Works Association are holding a poster contest for students in the fifth grade. The department is now accepting entries, which must be postmarked by Feb. 28, 2026. This year’s

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