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Missouri is under a severe heat advisory, with temperatures exceeding 100°F and heat indices reaching dangerous levels, prompting cooling centers to open in St. Louis and Kansas City. Meanwhile, the Missouri River’s water levels are dropping, raising concerns for agriculture and river traffic.
Political News
Governor Mike Parson signed a $50 billion state budget, including tax cuts and increased education funding, while vetoing a bill that would have restricted local health ordinances. The legislature is debating a controversial measure to ban gender-affirming care for minors, sparking protests at the Capitol.
Election News
Missouri’s U.S. Senate race is heating up, with Republican frontrunner Josh Hawley facing a challenge from Democrat Lucas Kunce in what could be a competitive November showdown. A ballot initiative to legalize recreational marijuana has gained enough signatures to appear on the fall ballot.
Legal News
The Missouri Supreme Court upheld the state’s voter-approved Medicaid expansion, ensuring continued healthcare access for thousands. In Kansas City, a federal judge blocked enforcement of a state law banning abortions after eight weeks, citing constitutional violations.
Entertainment News
St. Louis’s Forest Park hosts its annual Shakespeare in the Park series, featuring A Midsummer Night’s Dream with free performances. Kansas City’s Starlight Theatre announces a star-studded summer lineup, including John Legend and Kelly Clarkson.
Town
The Kansas City Chiefs begin training camp amid Super Bowl expectations, while the St. Louis Cardinals push for a playoff spot behind rookie standout Masyn Winn. Mizzou football lands a top-25 recruiting class ahead of its SEC season.
Forecast
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Today: 102°F, extreme heat warning
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Tuesday: 99°F, isolated thunderstorms
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Wednesday: 96°F, partly cloudy
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Thursday: 94°F, humid
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Friday: 92°F, chance of rain
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Saturday: 90°F, breezy
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Sunday: 88°F, scattered showers
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From political battles to scorching heatwaves, town excitement to cultural celebrations, Missouri continues to make news across the Show-Me State. Stay updated on the latest developments from the Ozarks to the Mississippi River.
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