A severe storm with baseball-sized hail struck Missouri, particularly the Springfield region, damaging thousands of vehicles and leaving 10,000 people without power.

A hail storm in Missouri caused damage to vehicles and resulted in the death of a zoo animal.

Thousands of people in Missouri are without power as storms impact multiple counties.

Jake Adelstein, author of 'Tokyo Vice,' delves into a chilling cold case involving a Missouri nurse suspected of murdering dozens of patients in a veterans' hospital three decades ago, who remains at large.

A former Missouri state representative has successfully recovered thousands of dollars that were seized following allegations of sexual misconduct, marking a development in the legal proceedings related to the case.

KaShawn Nicola Roper, a woman on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list and accused of a 2020 murder in Missouri, has been captured in Florida just one day after a $1 million reward was offered.

The tornado warning for St. Louis, Missouri, was extended as other parts of the state braced for impact, with scary visuals emerging from Clinton after it was hit by heavy rainfall.

Educators in Missouri are opposing a proposed bill that would require struggling readers to repeat the third grade.

The president of the University of Missouri announced that he cut funding for student groups, stating the decision was made "to protect the institution."

The killing of Missouri teen Miles Young, who allegedly begged for his life during a deadly ambush, has sparked Republican outrage and intensified the debate over immigration policies.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has lodged a detainer for Yefry Archaga-Elvir, an illegal migrant accused of murdering 15-year-old Miles Young in Missouri.

A scenic nature preserve located between St. Louis and Kansas City in Missouri is highlighted as an ideal destination for camping and fishing enthusiasts.

The Missouri Senate has passed a bill aimed at directly confronting the authority of unelected global institutions like the WHO, UN, and WEF within domestic governance.

A new owner of the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri, has proposed a $1.5 billion rescue plan for the shopping center. This comes at a significant economic time for the city, which is also facing the potential loss of the Chiefs football team.

Justin Kralemann, known online as 'The Woke Ginger,' is suing his former employer, alleging he was fired over a liberal-backing video. He argues that the company violated a Missouri law prohibiting the termination of workers based on their political beliefs.

Alltrista Plastics is planning to expand its manufacturing facility located in Missouri.

A highway accident near Jerome, Missouri, resulted in 40,000lbs of extra-firm tofu spilling and being left to rot for weeks, causing a significant and memorable odor in the town.

PFL Pittsburgh 2026 will feature a five-round title bout between Iowa fighter Johnny Eblen (16-1-0) and Missouri fighter Bryan Battle (16-4-0) on the main card, broadcast live on ESPN Unlimited.

A Missouri court has ruled that new US House districts, supported by Donald Trump, are now in effect ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.

A truck carrying 20 tons of tofu crashed into a ravine in Jerome, Missouri, weeks ago, and the decomposing tofu is now emitting a severe odor described as "worse than a landfill on a hot July day."

A Missouri court has upheld mid-decade congressional redistricting plans that were supported by former President Donald Trump.

Josh Elander provided a recap of the Tennessee Vols' victory against Missouri in Game 2, which tied their baseball series.

A Missouri judge has struck down the ballot summary for a congressional redistricting plan that was backed by the Trump administration.

Belmont star Tyler Lundblade, who was named the Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year, has announced his decision to enter the transfer portal.

Missouri judge rejects a challenge to new US House districts backed by Trump  AP News

GOP Rep. Eric Burlison of Missouri endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a Lone Star State Republican U.S. Senate primary runoff.

The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks will face the Lindenwood Lions in the OVC Tournament.

Democratic Rep. Wesley Bell of Missouri, a member of the House Oversight Committee, discussed the deposition of the Clintons in the ongoing Epstein probe, with former President Clinton's deposition continuing.

A violent repeat offender with a long criminal history shot and killed two Missouri deputies before being killed in a 30-minute shootout with law enforcement, authorities said.

Two sheriff's deputies in Missouri were fatally shot; one during a traffic stop and the other hours later in a shootout with a suspect.

Two sheriff's deputies in Missouri were fatally shot hours apart, one during a traffic stop and the other during a shootout with the suspect, who was also killed.

Maya Hawke and Christian Lee Hutson. Bruce Glikas/WireImage/Getty Maya Hawke and Christian Lee Hutson got married on Saturday. The "Stranger Things" star and musician had been linked for years. Hutson is known for his folk music, which is produced by Grammy-winner Phoebe Bridgers. Love was certainly in the air this Valentine's Day as "Stranger Things" star Maya Hawke married musician Christian Lee Hutson on Saturday. The duo tied the knot at St. George's Episcopal Church in New York City. Guests included Hawke's celebrity parents, Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke, and Maya's fellow "Stranger Things" stars, including Sadie Sink, Finn Wolfhard, Caleb McLaughlin, Joe Keery, Gaten Matarazzo, and Natalie Dyer, according to People. Hawke, 27, and Hutson, 35, were first sighted together in 2023. The two have since collaborated on music projects, including Hawke's second studio album "Moss," and she sings on Hutson's latest album "Paradise Pop. 10." Here's everything we know about Christian Lee Hutson Hutson found his groove after teaming with a Grammy-winner. Christian Lee Hutson. Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Hutson was born in Kansas City, Missouri, but was raised in Los Angeles, where he's lived since he was 5. He began playing guitar at 12 and was influenced by Hank Williams and Elliott Smith. Hutson forged a country-folk sound in the early 2010s while part of The Driftwood Singers, a group composed of students from the California Institute of the Arts. He then went solo and released two albums that didn't get much attention. Then everything changed in 2018 when he met Phoebe Bridgers. The Grammy-winner has since been Hutson's producer and main collaborator, which led to his first major album, 2020's "Beginners," and follow-ups "Quitters" in 2022 and "Paradise Pop. 10," in 2024, which Hawke is featured on. How Hawke and Hutson met Maya Hawke and Christian Lee Hutson performing at the 37th Annual Tibet House US Benefit Concert at Carnegie Hall on February 26, 2024 in New York City. Noam Galai/Getty Images The couple was first seen together in December 2023, but they had already collaborated musically for years prior. Hutson wrote on Hawke's second album, "Moss" (2022). The "Inside Out 2" star talked about working with Hutson in a 2021 Interview Magazine chat with Margaret Qualley. "And I sent him some poems, and he sent me back some unbelievable songs," Hawke said. The two have since collaborated on Hawke's 2024 album "Chaos Angel," Hutson's latest album "Paradise Pop. 10," and performed live together. The couple became red carpet official in April 2025 when they smiled for cameras at the opening night of "John Proctor Is the Villain," which starred Hawke's "Stranger Things" castmate, Sadie Sink. A week later, Hawke was seen wearing what appeared to be an engagement ring on her ring finger, according to People. Read the original article on Business Insider

Which US States Are Seeing Incomes Rise The Fastest (And Slowest) Since 2019, U.S. household incomes have surged - rising from $68,700 to $83,730 nationally, a 21.9% increase in just five years. But where you live matters a lot. While some states tracked close to the national average, others saw incomes climb at nearly double the pace, driven by booming local industries and major investment. States like Colorado posted outsized gains, while Georgia’s expanding EV industry brought billions in investment and rising paychecks. The map, via Visual Capitalist's Dorothy Neufeld, shows which states saw the fastest growth in median household income from 2019 to 2024, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Trends in Median Income by State Below, we show the change in median household income for all 50 U.S. states and D.C. between 2019 and 2024 using nominal figures (not adjusted for inflation): Rank State Change in Median Household Income Median Household Income 2019 Median Household Income 2024 1 Colorado 46.9% $72,500 $106,500 2 Georgia 43.4% $56,630 $81,210 3 Maine 36.3% $66,550 $90,730 4 Montana 36.1% $60,190 $81,920 5 Tennessee 34.0% $56,630 $75,860 6 Rhode Island 31.6% $70,150 $92,290 7 Massachusetts 29.9% $87,710 $113,900 8 Florida 29.6% $58,370 $75,630 9 Iowa 29.4% $66,050 $85,480 10 Missouri 29.4% $60,600 $78,390 11 California 28.8% $78,100 $100,600 12 New Hampshire 28.7% $86,900 $111,800 13 North Dakota 25.8% $70,030 $88,080 14 Mississippi 25.0% $44,790 $55,980 15 Ohio 24.5% $64,660 $80,520 16 South Dakota 24.3% $64,260 $79,850 17 Michigan 23.9% $64,120 $79,460 18 South Carolina 23.8% $62,030 $76,780 19 Idaho 23.7% $65,990 $81,650 20 Utah 23.0% $84,520 $104,000 21 Wisconsin 22.6% $67,350 $82,560 22 New York 20.8% $71,850 $86,830 23 Texas 20.8% $67,440 $81,490 24 Wyoming 20.8% $65,130 $78,680 25 New Mexico 20.8% $53,110 $64,140 26 Oregon 20.5% $74,410 $89,700 27 Virginia 20.2% $81,310 $97,720 28 Kansas 19.9% $73,150 $87,690 29 Arizona 19.9% $70,670 $84,700 30 Arkansas 18.9% $54,540 $64,840 31 Washington 18.3% $82,450 $97,500 32 New Jersey 18.0% $87,730 $103,500 33 Nebraska 17.9% $73,070 $86,140 34 West Virginia 17.6% $53,710 $63,150 35 Louisiana 17.5% $51,710 $60,740 36 Alabama 16.7% $56,200 $65,560 37 Alaska 16.4% $78,390 $91,260 38 Kentucky 16.4% $55,660 $64,790 39 Delaware 15.7% $74,190 $85,860 40 Indiana 15.0% $66,690 $76,710 41 Maryland 14.8% $95,570 $109,700 42 Vermont 14.7% $74,310 $85,260 43 Connecticut 13.7% $87,290 $99,240 44 Nevada 13.7% $70,910 $80,590 45 Pennsylvania 13.4% $70,580 $80,060 46 Minnesota 13.4% $81,430 $92,350 47 Illinois 13.2% $74,400 $84,210 48 District of Columbia 12.6% $93,110 $104,800 49 Hawaii 11.6% $88,010 $98,240 50 Oklahoma 9.9% $59,400 $65,310 51 North Carolina 9.9% $61,160 $67,220 Colorado’s thriving tech industry helped push median income up 46.9%, the fastest rise across states. With $165,606 in average earnings across the sector in 2023, Colorado ranked sixth-highest nationally. From software to renewable energy, employment growth has expanded by double- or even triple-digit percentages across various roles since 2018. Georgia ranks in a close second, with median incomes climbing 43.4%. In particular, the EV and aerospace sectors are playing a key role in job creation. Since 2018, the state has seen $27.3 billion in investment across EV, aerospace, and battery manufacturers including Rivian and SK Battery America. Maine, meanwhile, saw wages rise 36.3%. In 2024, wages across the tech sector saw the steepest jump of 11.4% while those in the construction sector saw strong gains of 8.5%. Other factors, such as its older population and tight labor market, have further boosted wages. Falling near the middle of the pack were New York and Texas, each with wage gains of 20.8% between 2019 and 2024. By contrast, North Carolina and Oklahoma saw only 9.9% cumulative wage growth, the weakest performance nationwide. Median household income in both states remains well below the U.S. average and still trails pre-pandemic levels. To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on average hourly earnings by state in 2025. Tyler Durden Sat, 02/14/2026 - 22:45

On July 17, 1981, a catastrophic structural failure at the Hyatt Regency hotel in Kansas City, Missouri, led to the collapse of two suspended walkways, killing 114 people and injuring over 200 others. The incident remains one of the deadliest structural failures in U.S. history.

Aurimas Valujavičius is preparing for a new journey in June, kayaking from the source of the Missouri River in Montana down to the Gulf of Mexico, and has shared that his kayak is already en route to America.

A tornado warning was issued for Columbia, Missouri, on Sunday, sparking fears for the University of Missouri and the nearby town of Ashland.

A viral social media post falsely claiming that Joel Osteen's mansion in Missouri caught fire has been debunked, with reports indicating the post originated from a satirical page.

Former Missouri guard Anthony Robinson has committed to Florida State from the transfer portal, bringing one year of eligibility to the Seminoles after three seasons with the Tigers.

A Missouri judge has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the allocation of $50 million in private school voucher funding.

Residents of Festus, Missouri, a town of just 14,000 people, are strongly opposing the construction of a 136-hectare data center by an unknown investor on the town's outskirts, leading to local leadership being ousted.

Forbes has recognized several Missouri employers as among the best in the nation.

A US senator has revealed facts about alleged "visa abuse," specifically highlighting 4,430 Optional Practical Training (OPT) participants in Missouri and concerns related to janitorial services training.

An Arizona girl who went missing in 1994 has been found alive in Missouri, where she had built a secret life as a married mother of three.

The Missouri governor has signed a bill that prohibits judges from delaying divorce proceedings when one spouse is pregnant.

The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) esports team has completed its most successful season to date, achieving four winning records, three playoff qualifications, and a division and conference championship.

Wrigley Field is set to host two collegiate volleyball matches in September, featuring Nebraska against Missouri and Penn State against Kentucky.

Police are searching for Clifton L. Davis, 50, of St. Louis County, Missouri, who is accused of stealing 2,400 Snickers bars from a Sam's Club just days before Halloween.

A previously little-known site in southwest Missouri has been found to preserve 13,000 years of ancient history, offering significant insights into the past.

Republican Attorneys General are celebrating a 10-year consent decree in Missouri v. Biden, which bars federal agencies like the CDC and CISA from pressuring social media companies regarding content.

EnerSys has announced plans to shut down its plant in Mexico and shift production operations to Missouri.

A Missouri woman, debt-free and worth $3 million, is looking to establish boundaries with family members who frequently ask her for financial assistance.

Miami secured an 80-66 victory over Missouri, bringing Missouri's season to a close with a performance characterized by offensive struggles.

A Missouri pastor has been suspended by her church after it was revealed she previously managed Jeffrey Epstein's private island, Little St. James.

A man from Missouri, who held top secret clearance, has been accused of transmitting classified information.

Eminem lost a family member ... TMZ has learned his maternal grandmother is dead. Sources close to the family with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the rapper's grandma, Betty, died Tuesday at her home in Missouri. We're told she died from…

John Diehl admitted using federal pandemic loans for country club dues, cars and other personal expenses Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox A former Missouri state house speaker was sentenced Monday to 21 months in prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud for misusing federal Covid-19 relief funds for his personal benefit, including the payments of his country club dues and three cars. John Diehl, the former Republican house speaker, received abo...

Missouri linebacker Josiah Trotter has reportedly had a pre-draft visit with the Buffalo Bills, indicating potential interest from the NFL team ahead of the draft.

Two toddlers got stuck in the same machine in Missouri several weeks apart

Nebius has received approval to proceed with the construction of a massive 1.2 gigawatt 'AI factory' facility located in Missouri, marking a significant investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure.

A video shows a Somali truck driver driving for several kilometers against traffic on a Missouri highway, reportedly unable to read road signs.

Two sheriff's deputies were fatally shot and two others wounded in Missouri, authorities reported.

Two Missouri sheriff's deputies were fatally shot; one during a traffic stop and the other hours later during a shootout with a suspect.

A suspect was taken into custody on Tuesday following the fatal shooting of a Missouri deputy that triggered a manhunt, according to Missouri State Highway Patrol.

A Red Flag Warning has been issued across Missouri, indicating a high risk of wildfires due to prevailing weather conditions.

A proposed property tax overhaul bill in Missouri could inadvertently lead to municipal elections being moved to November, sparking discussions about its broader implications.

Authorities are seeking a Missouri man for his alleged involvement in a large-scale, $220 million cattle fraud operation spanning across the nation.

Peter Raven, a distinguished botanist who transformed the Missouri Botanical Garden into a global research center and was a vocal advocate warning about the dangers of deforestation and climate change, has died at 89.

Dangerous weather swept across the US, with a tornado causing damage and injuries in a Texas city, while hail in Missouri proved fatal for a bird at a local zoo.

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed a bill adopting the IHRA’s definition of antisemitism, aiming to strengthen protections against harassment for Jewish students in schools.

Multiple tornado warnings and sightings were reported across Wisconsin, including areas near Milwaukee and Wausau, and in Missouri, specifically around Belton. Authorities issued alerts for residents as severe weather brought potential twisters to the regions.

Missouri's athletic teams are preparing for a challenging split weekend, with competitions scheduled across California and Nebraska against stiff opposition.

Former Providence forward Jamier Jones has committed to transfer to Missouri, joining the team from the NCAA Transfer Portal.

An investigation in a Kansas City-area town in Missouri has uncovered "credible" conflicts following a series of arrests.

A young software professional from Andhra Pradesh, Singireddy Sai Sree Hari Krishna, tragically drowned in Missouri's Meramec River while celebrating his birthday. His body was recovered after he was pulled down by underwater weeds.

Sienna Parkway in Missouri City was closed due to an emergency, with initial reports and public claims suggesting an active shooter was at large in the area.

Nearly a decade into her career, Missouri native Slayyyter is achieving new chart heights and preparing to bring her introspective electropop to the Coachella stage.

Prosecutors allege that 18-year-old Yefry Archaga, held on a federal immigration detainer, lured 15-year-old Miles Young into a fatal ambush in Missouri, where the victim's final pleas were reportedly unheard.

Kasey Grelle, a high-powered CEO from St. Louis and mother of three, was killed in a horror crash during a family vacation in Nicaragua, with one of her children also seriously injured.

Isaiah Andrews, accused in a fatal Seattle shooting, was apprehended in St. Louis months after being erroneously released from a California jail in October.

A truck carrying 20 tons of tofu fell from an embankment in Jerome, Missouri, and after weeks of negotiation, the rotting tofu spilled into the river.

The Nebraska Cornhuskers volleyball team is scheduled to play a match against Missouri at Wrigley Field this season.

Authorities have located a missing college student from Missouri, who was tragically found dead in Madison County, concluding a search operation.

Circa CEO Derek Stevens expressed satisfaction with his sportsbook's performance in Missouri, noting its steady growth. The operator is pursuing a distinct business strategy compared to national brands in the state.

A casino in Missouri was robbed at gunpoint on Wednesday, with law enforcement actively searching for the suspects involved in the incident.

Malik Reneau scored 24 points to lead Miami to an 80-66 victory over Missouri in the NCAA Tournament, pulling away late in the game.

A Missouri officer claims he was terminated from his position after reporting alleged knife and rape threats made by the police chief.

Century Casinos has detailed its strategy to achieve higher EBITDAR and cash flow by 2026, driven by growth in its Missouri and Nugget properties.

Julian Alcala, a former Missouri police officer, has been sentenced to two years in prison for taking nude images from phones during traffic stops and now faces civil lawsuits from 20 identified victims.

Man was among at least six people who started shooting outside Union Station in state, which has adopted stand your ground law Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox A man who initially faced a murder charge for opening fire following the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2024 Super Bowl win was sentenced Monday to two years in prison in a case prosecutors said was complicated by the state’s self-defense laws. Dominic Miller, who pleaded guilty to a weapons charge a...

A new approach, dubbed the 'Missouri Model,' is being implemented to manage feral swine populations, with a focus on banning hunting to protect land.

The Arch Madness basketball tournament is set to begin Thursday in St. Louis, with Belmont leading a competitive Missouri Valley bracket.

A Somali truck driver, driving an 80-ton vehicle the wrong way on a Missouri highway, was taken out of service after failing an English proficiency test. Authorities confirmed the driver, licensed in Minnesota, could not read basic road signs. Investigations are underway into how he obtained his commercial driver's license.

A foreign truck driver was observed driving for miles in the wrong direction on a Missouri highway, reportedly unable to read basic road signs.

According to reports, the Jefferson City Police Department was dispatched at 1:09 AM on Monday to an address near the Missouri campus. When officers arrived, they found Goldson with a stab wound to his chest and back. He was airlifted to University…

The suspect was killed after fleeing into the woods, said the sheriff’s office in Christian County, which is south of Springfield.

A Blue Alert has been issued in Missouri for Richard Dean Bird, 45, who is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of a deputy in Christian County, prompting a manhunt.

Families in Missouri are expressing concerns over potential Medicaid disability cuts, putting pressure on officials to reconsider the proposed changes.

"You Ought To Be In Jail": Senator Unloads On Minnesota AG Ellison Over Fraud Scandal During a Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee hearing this week, Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) confronted Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison. The Missouri Republican exposed Ellison's ties to the Feeding Our Future scandal, where fraudsters stole $250 million in federal child nutrition funds.  Hawley didn't hold back, charging the Democrat with protecting fraudsters who funneled cash to terrorists and traffickers, as well as Ellison’s own campaign coffers, and telling him he “ought to be in jail.” THERE IT IS 🚨 Official Hearing where Senator Josh Hawley confronts Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison about meeting with and taking campaign donations from Somali fraudsters stealing billions He personally called and BLOCKED THE INVESTIGATIONS Josh Hawley “Are you… pic.twitter.com/i40Ow5V9Zz February 12, 2026 Hawley opened the confrontation by spotlighting $10,000 in campaign donations Ellison pocketed from players in the Feeding Our Future mess, which the New York Post broke last year, detailing how the money flowed in right after a December 11, 2021, meeting at Ellison's office. Ellison repeatedly denied it, calling it a false statement. But Hawley read directly from the meeting transcript, where money was discussed repeatedly.   An audio recording of that meeting revealed that Ellison met with members of the Somali community who were later convicted in the scandal. In the recording, the individuals ask Ellison for help securing funding before discussing campaign donations.  “The only way that we can protect what we have is by inserting ourselves into the political arena,” a man is heard saying on the audio. “Putting our votes where it needs to be. But most importantly, putting our dollars in the right place. And supporting candidates that will fight to protect our interests.” “That's right,” Ellison replied. Ellison accepted $10,000 in campaign contributions from the fraudsters mere days later, as did his son, Minneapolis councilman Jeremiah Ellison. Hawley proceeded to read from that recording, quoting Ellison's own words back to him. "Send me the names of all these folks who are investigating them," Ellison said. He promised to call the Education Department and ask what was going on. "I already have my team working on this," he told them, according to the transcript. "What day should we get together to discuss it again?" Ellison pledged repeatedly to help them fight the investigators. "You have my attention. I'm concerned about this," he said. "Let's go fight these people." "Why'd you do it? Was it worth it?" Hawley asked. "This is what accountability looks like, of which you've had none," Hawley countered. "You helped fraudsters defraud your state and this government of $9 billion, and you got a fat campaign contribution out of it. You ought to be indicted. That's the truth." Ellison shot back hard. He denied the donations flat-out: "a lie" and "No donations came." He insisted, "You're completely wrong. … I did not see anybody." Hawley countered with video proof of their nearly hour-long sit-down—easy to find online. Ellison dismissed Hawley's quotes as "cherry-picked." As the exchange got heated, Ellison repeatedly talked over Hawley, which the senator didn’t appreciate. “It's my hearing, pal,” he snapped. "Don't call me 'pal,’” Ellison shot back. "Well, I should call you a prisoner because you ought to be in jail."  He demanded resignation. Ellison flipped it: "I was thinking the same thing about you." Hawley didn't stop there. He brought up testimony from the previous day showing where the fraudulent money went: to terrorist groups, transnational criminal organizations, drug trafficking, and child trafficking. "You took $10,000 and helped them do it," he said. Ellison kept denying everything, but Hawley had receipts.  He cited a Minnesota Star Tribune report that Partners in Nutrition raised concerns with the attorney general’s office in 2018 and 2019, but Ellison did nothing. The New York Post reported that Ellison accepted campaign donations from individuals linked to the fraud after meeting with them. "You've been right at the center of this fraud thing from the beginning, and you've enabled it," Hawley said. "You should resign." Ellison shot back, "And, sir, you should resign. I was thinking the same thing about you."  Tyler Durden Sun, 02/15/2026 - 20:25