The Highway Patrol in Daviess County took a Kansas City man into custody following an arrest Wednesday at 6:37 p.m. Twenty-six-year-old Jacob Perrine has been accused of felony possession of a controlled substance and speeding. There are also two traffic warrants issued in Clay County. Perrine was taken on a 24-hour hold to the Daviess-DeKalb […]
States across the country, including Missouri, rush to combat AI threat to elections
(Missouri Independent) – This year’s presidential election will be the first since generative AI — a form of artificial intelligence that can create new content, including images, audio, and video — became widely available. That’s raising fears that millions of voters could be deceived by a barrage of political deepfakes. But, while Congress has done […]
“Taylor Swift Act” seeks to shield Missourians from deepfakes
(Missouri News Service – Farah Siddiq) – Missouri lawmakers are concerned with protecting people from the potential risks associated with the increasing accessibility of AI-generated images and videos. The Innovation and Technology Committee is planning to vote on the Taylor Swift Act, a bill aiming to make it illegal to publish or threaten to publish […]
580 candidates file for federal and state offices as candidate filing closes
Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s office announced that 580 candidates filed for federal and state offices during the official filing period, which closed yesterday, March 26, at 5 p.m. If certified, these candidates will appear on the August 6 primary ballot. “Thank you and congratulations to all who filed,” said Ashcroft. “It’s inspiring to see […]
Missouri State Fair announces scholarships for 62 students
Missouri State Fair Director Jason Moore announced today that 62 youth, selected from Missouri 4-H and FFA State Fair exhibitors, will be awarded scholarships by the Missouri State Fair and the Youth in Agriculture (YIA) committee. These students are seeking higher education at a university/college of their choice and will be recognized on April 17, […]
Missouri Attorney General successfully defends Missouri meat labeling law
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that his office successfully defended a state law protecting the integrity of advertising surrounding meat products. “Ensuring that food sold within the State of Missouri is marketed correctly is of vital importance to both consumers and the farmers and ranchers that produce that food,” said Attorney General Bailey. “I […]
Nine Missouri microbusiness cannabis facility licenses revoked due to ineligibility
To ensure the integrity of Missouri’s voter-approved regulatory program for microbusiness licenses, the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) has revoked nine microbusiness dispensary licenses. Article XIV outlines the intent of a microbusiness license as a cannabis business that will operate on a smaller scale than medical or comprehensive licenses and that the majority owner(s) […]
KC tax preparer pleads guilty to wire fraud, false tax returns
A Kansas City, Mo., tax preparer pleaded guilty in federal court today to a wire fraud scheme in which he filed federal income tax returns for his clients that contained false information. Ebens Louis-Loradin, 44, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Brian C. Wimes to one count of wire fraud and 10 counts of aiding […]
Highway 139 sees multi-car crash near Meadville
A multi-vehicle accident occurred on Highway 139 near Meadville, Missouri, on the morning of March 27, 2024, resulting in a Meadville woman being injured. According to reports from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the collision involved a 2002 Buick LeSabre, a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze, and a 1999 Toyota 4Runner. The incident happened at approximately 8:55 […]
Harley Davidson rider hospitalized after Highway 59 crash
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a serious accident that took place on Highway 59 within the city limits of Winthrop, Missouri, on March 27, 2024, at around 6:50 p.m. This collision involved a 2019 Ford F350, driven by Bodie L Vandelo, aged 22, from Lancaster, Kansas, and a 1982 Harley Davidson motorcycle, operated by […]
Audio: Grundy County proposes 1.5% use tax for April ballot
Grundy County voters will see a ballot measure on April 2 involving a use tax for the county. If approved, the use tax would be 1.5%, which is the same as the total of the three half-percent local county sales taxes. Presiding Commissioner Phillip Ray explains that a use tax is a tax on the […]
Top high school scholars recognized in GRC West Scholar Bowl selections
The Grand River Conference West has officially unveiled its All-Conference Scholar Bowl selections for the 2023-24 season. This year’s teams highlight the top high school scholars who have excelled in academic competitions throughout the season. The 1st Team accolades were awarded to five standout students. Jackson Cline, a junior from St. Joseph Christian, along with […]
Youth test skills at State 4-H Horse Judging Contest
Eighty-one 4-H members competed in the University of Missouri Extension State 4-H Horse Judging Contest on March 23. Maria Calvert, Missouri 4-H state agriculture educator, announced the event took place at William Woods University in Fulton. Following the contest, participants, including youths and coaches, had the opportunity to tour the facilities and gain insights into […]
Franklin D. “Frank” Cain
Franklin Delano Cain, 89, of Gilman City, MO, passed into the arms of his heavenly father on March 26, 2024, at his daughter’s home in Gilman City, MO. Frank was born on November 21, 1934, in Cainsville, MO, to Claude Wiley and Bernice May (Hart) Cain. On July 28, 1957, he married Thelma Coleen Bowen. […]
Nearly 20,000 Missourians vote in Democratic presidential primary
The Missouri Democratic Party has announced the final results of the party-run presidential preference primary, held on Saturday, March 23. With nearly 20,000 total votes cast, President Biden won with 85.3 percent of the vote, securing 61 of 64 pledged delegates to the Democratic National Convention. Missouri Democratic Party Chair Russ Carnahan stated, “The Missouri […]
Chillicothe council approves major city budget and street fund ordinance
The Chillicothe City Council approved ordinances regarding multiple matters on March 25. One ordinance accepted the 2024-2025 budget. City Clerk Amy Hess reported the estimated revenues and expenditures are both around $20 million. Another ordinance amended the 2023-2024 budget. The council also approved an ordinance regarding the use tax. The new ordinance states that revenue […]
Lake Arrowhead area on alert after trooper injured by fleeing suspect
In the Lake Arrowhead region today, a significant number of law enforcement officers have been deployed following an incident involving a local trooper. This morning, an attempt to pull over a vehicle ended in violence when the driver, now identified as Brad Courtney, not only resisted arrest but also rammed into the patrol car, resulting […]
Goo Goo Dolls join The Fray for Missouri State Fair concert
The Missouri State Fair announced the sixth concert of the 2024 State Fair concert series. Goo Goo Dolls with The Fray will perform on Saturday, Aug. 10 as part of the State Fair Grandstand, presented by CFM Insurance, concert series at the 2024 Missouri State Fair. Formed by Rzeznik and Takac in Buffalo, NY in […]
Grundy County Clerk announces last-minute election filings
The Grundy County Clerk’s Office announced that Jimmy Shaw of Trenton has entered the race for Second District Commissioner, filing as a Republican on March 26 for the August 6 Primary Election. This latest filing adds to the competitive field, with Bryan Johnson and Brad Chumbley previously declaring their candidacy for the same position as […]
Daviess County announces candidates for August 6 primary
Candidate filings have been announced for Daviess County for the August 6 Primary Election. There are races for Collector-Treasurer and Sheriff. Lacey Corwin and Emily Cornett Smith filed for Collector-Treasurer. Larry Adams Junior and Jason Melton filed for Sheriff. Other filings include Aaron Piburn for Assessor, David Cox for Commissioner District One, Wayne Uthe for […]