MO State News

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources invites the public to attend the Missouri Nuclear Summit, to be held on Thursday, July 17.     Missouri was one of seven states selected by the National Governors Association and the U.S. Department of Energy to host a state-level nuclear summit. “The purpose of the summit […]

JEFFERSON CITY, MO —The Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) announced today it will grant tax extensions to assist Missouri individuals and businesses impacted by recent weather-related catastrophes.    Specifically, DOR will follow parameters as outlined by the IRS in connection with the disaster declaration issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The declaration permits the

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – This week, Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger will participate in state and federal events to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States Army. His involvement will include direct engagement with veterans, ceremonial observances, and national-level events – all designed to recognize the legacy and sacrifice of American soldiers. Today, Lt. Governor

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Yesterday, in response to immigration enforcement protests planned across Missouri, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 25-25, activating the Missouri National Guard as a precautionary measure in reaction to recent instances of civil unrest across the country.  “We respect, and will defend, the right to peacefully protest, but we will not tolerate violence

KANSAS CITY – The Mountain-Plains Information Office of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics HAS released County Employment and Wages in Missouri – Fourth Quarter 2024. The report shows national rankings of wage levels, wage growth, and employment changes for the seven large counties in Missouri compared to the 369 largest counties in the United States.

JEFFERSON CITY – Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces that the 123rd Recruit Class will graduate from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.   The ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. at the Missouri State Capitol South Lawn in Jefferson City, MO.   The

JEFFERSON CITY – Thank you to everyone inspired by the Jenifer McShane-directed Netflix documentary The Quilters to reach out to the Missouri Department of Corrections and offer donations and words of support. We, too, are moved by the film and are, every day, awestruck by the generous and beautiful work done by Missourians in our Restorative Justice

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – As Missourians continue to recover from multiple severe weather events this spring, the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) reminds consumers to take steps to protect their finances and avoid post-disaster scams and fraud. After a disaster, maintaining communication with your mortgage and auto lenders is crucial to the claims process and preventing

JEFFERSON CITY Mo. — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey and 25 other Republican Attorneys General have issued the following joint statement: “Over the weekend, violent agitators rioted in the streets of California under the false banner of protest. President Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard was the right response — and one we fully support. “We will always defend the

KANSAS CITY – Prices in the Midwest Region, as measured by the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U), advanced 0.2% in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.   The all items less food and energy index increased 0.2%, while the food index was up 0.3% and the energy index advanced 0.4%.