Missouri

Stranded campers and hundreds of others were rescued from historic flooding in Missouri caused by a 1-in-1,000-year rainfall event that dumped 6-12 inches of rain overnight into Friday. The severe thunderstorms impacted southeast Missouri, leading to widespread rescue operations.

Missouri's governor declared a state of emergency due to flash flooding in central, south-central, and southeastern parts of the state. Campers were rescued after a building collapsed into floodwaters.

Missouri has declared a state of emergency following once-in-a-millennium rainfall that caused catastrophic flooding with waters reaching 29 feet. Officials warn that the worst is still to come.

Missouri has declared a state of emergency following once-in-a-millennium rainfall that triggered catastrophic flooding with waters reaching 29 feet. Officials warn the worst impacts are still expected to unfold.

Missouri is under a state of emergency due to dangerous flooding caused by over a foot of rain in southeastern Missouri, leading to dozens of rescues. Over 20 million people across 14 states from Colorado to Pennsylvania are under flood watches through Saturday, according to Rob Marciano's forecast.

Water rescues are ongoing in southeast Missouri, particularly in Steelville, due to heavy rainfall causing flooding. The situation is being addressed as of Friday.

Emergency crews rescued about 20 people after a building collapsed at the Bearcat Getaway campground in Missouri due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall. Over 90 water rescues were conducted in central and eastern Missouri, prompting a state of emergency declaration by Gov. Mike Kehoe and activation of search-and-rescue teams.

Emergency crews in Missouri rescued about 20 people after a building collapsed at a campground. The incident occurred during flooding on Friday.

Missouri has declared a state of emergency due to severe storms and flash flooding affecting central, south-central, and south-eastern regions. Governor Mike Kehoe activated the Missouri state emergency operations plan to coordinate emergency assistance with local jurisdictions.

Missouri has declared a state of emergency due to severe storms and flash flooding affecting central, south-central, and south-eastern regions. Governor Mike Kehoe urged residents to follow safety guidelines as heavy rain continues through the weekend.

Frontier Schools plans to open Columbia’s first charter school, Frontier STEM Academy, in 2027, targeting low-income students and starting with preschool through second grade. The Missouri Board of Education approved the school in April, and Frontier is currently exploring locations and planning operations.

Missouri homebuilders report declining business amid a national housing slump, with construction starts and permits dropping significantly in May 2025. Builders attribute the downturn to rising mortgage rates and high costs, leading to reduced sales and construction activity in Missouri metro areas.

Missouri Republicans, led by U.S. Rep. Bob Onder, are pushing a federal law change that would prevent state and local governments from using aircraft-location data for tax enforcement. This could make it harder to collect taxes on private planes registered in states like Montana with no sales or property taxes. Missouri tax officials say this complicates their ability to assess and collect taxes on aircraft based in the state.

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed bills creating a program for armed school 'rangers' to address violent threats and establishing a commission to review high school sports eligibility decisions. The legislation allows schools to hire trained personnel, including armed guards, and introduces a state-run appeals process for athletic rulings.

Missouri is considering expanding the Callaway nuclear power plant to address rising electricity demand driven by manufacturing, electric vehicles, and AI data centers. The state's governor established the Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force to guide nuclear development, while challenges like high costs and a lack of construction expertise complicate new projects.

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe will sign a bill requiring pornography websites to verify users are adults before accessing explicit content. The law, effective August 28, mandates third-party age verification and imposes penalties for non-compliance, prompting Pornhub to block access in Missouri rather than implement checks.

Shakeela Martin, a 35-year-old mother of five from Missouri, was fatally shot outside a BP gas station in Ferguson while buying slushies with two of her children. The gunfire erupted during an altercation that began inside the convenience store, with Martin identified as an innocent bystander. A second adult male was also critically injured, and police are investigating without any arrests announced.

A skydiving plane crashed in Missouri, killing 12 people, despite completing two successful flights earlier that day. The National Transportation Safety Board reported no pre-impact mechanical issues, and the pilot had over 4,100 flight hours. The cause of the crash remains undetermined.

A skydiving plane crash in Missouri killed 12 people, including 11 passengers and a pilot. The plane had completed two successful flights earlier that day. Preliminary NTSB findings indicate no pre-impact mechanical failures, and the pilot had over 4,100 flight hours with no prior safety concerns.

A skydiving plane crash in Missouri killed 12 people, including 11 passengers and a pilot. The plane had completed two successful flights earlier that day before the third flight crashed. The National Transportation Safety Board found no mechanical failures or fuel issues, and the pilot had extensive flight experience.

FOX21 News Storm Team Meteorologist Robert Hahn is retiring after 20 years, ending his career on July 3. He previously worked as a meteorologist and reporter in Wyoming, Georgia, Florida, North Dakota, and Missouri.

Realtor.com identified 11 states, primarily in the Midwest, where households earning the median income can afford a median-priced home without spending over 30% of their income. The analysis highlights factors like strong labor markets and lower home prices in these regions, contrasting with challenges like high mortgage rates and inflation affecting affordability elsewhere.

A fiery plane crash in Missouri killed 11 skydivers and a pilot. Investigators have revealed confusing findings that add a shocking twist to the probe.

Federal aviation investigators found no major safety failures in the June 14 Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed 12 people, including 11 skydivers and their pilot.

Federal safety investigators found no evidence of engine failure in the crash of a skydiving plane in Missouri that killed 12 people. The preliminary report indicates the crash was not caused by engine issues.

A preliminary report found no engine failure or mechanical issues in a Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed 12 people. The National Transportation Safety Board confirmed the plane met weight and balance requirements, and fuel samples showed no contamination, though the aircraft lacked a data recorder. The crash occurred during takeoff near Butler Memorial Airport, with the plane losing control and crashing into a field.

A preliminary NTSB report found no engine failure or mechanical malfunctions in a June 14 skydiving plane crash in Missouri that killed 12 people. The crash occurred during a skydiving flight, with the plane losing control and crashing into a field, and the investigation highlighted ongoing concerns about weak oversight of skydiving operations.

A preliminary report from federal safety investigators found no serious safety failures or engine issues that could have caused a skydiving plane crash in Missouri, which killed all 12 people aboard.

A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board found no engine failure or mechanical malfunctions in a Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed 12 people. The crash occurred during a skydiving flight operated by Skydive Kansas City, with investigators recovering damaged GoPro cameras but no flight data recorder. The NTSB noted ongoing concerns about weak oversight of skydiving operators, and the Federal Aviation Administration has established a committee to address safety recommendations.

A preliminary report found no engine failure or mechanical issues in a Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed 12 people. The National Transportation Safety Board noted the aircraft met weight and balance requirements, but the crash investigation remains ongoing. The plane, operated by Skydive Kansas City, lacked a crash data recorder and crashed during an initial climb.

A skydiving plane crash at Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri killed 12 people. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed there were no engine problems in the crash.

More states are expanding PTSD treatment options for first responders beyond traditional methods. Maryland protects first responders using medical marijuana, Ohio established a commission for treatment assistance, Connecticut expanded psilocybin therapy research, and Missouri advanced a bill for psychedelic treatments under research.

Far-left and socialist-aligned candidates have won Democratic primaries in New York City and Colorado, prompting a national push to target upcoming contests in Missouri, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Florida. Key figures like Melat Kiros, Cori Bush, and Abdul El-Sayed are leading efforts backed by the Democratic Socialists of America and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to challenge establishment-backed candidates.

House Ways & Means Chair Jason Smith discussed the first anniversary of the Working Families Tax Cut, highlighting its benefits to working families and small businesses. He outlined plans for a new reconciliation bill and addressed fraud investigations, including fake hospice providers and fraudulent home health aide claims.

More states are expanding PTSD treatment options for first responders beyond traditional counseling and medication. Maryland and Ohio have enacted new laws to support mental health, while Connecticut and Missouri are exploring psychedelic therapies like psilocybin and ibogaine.

Planned Parenthood expanded medication abortion access in Missouri starting June 22, following a court ruling that struck down state laws restricting abortion care. The Gladstone clinic in Kansas City's Northland became the fourth Missouri location offering medication abortion, with appointments filling quickly due to the new availability.

An Eighth Circuit panel denied Novartis Pharmaceuticals' request to block Missouri's Senate Bill 751, which requires drugmakers to provide discounted 340B program drugs to eligible providers. The court ruled the law does not violate the dormant commerce clause as it regulates only in-state delivery of drugs to contract pharmacies.

More states are expanding PTSD treatment options for first responders by adopting laws that include medical marijuana protections and psychedelic therapy research. Maryland and Ohio have enacted measures to support mental health, while Connecticut and Missouri are exploring psilocybin and ibogaine therapies for eligible first responders and veterans.

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe vetoed $53 million and restricted $441 million in the state's $50.7 billion budget due to declining revenues and a shrinking pandemic-era surplus. The restrictions blocked spending on 42 new budget items and 28 unfinished construction projects, including a Missouri Capitol renovation and a Springfield apartment complex, while allowing some infrastructure projects like a parking garage and road relocation.

More states are expanding PTSD treatment options for first responders beyond traditional methods. Maryland, Ohio, Connecticut, and Missouri have enacted or proposed laws supporting mental health care, including medical marijuana protections, a PTSD treatment commission, psilocybin-assisted therapy, and psychedelic research for veterans and first responders.