As lawmakers propose permanent raises for teachers, educators fear it’s not enough
After two years of temporary grants, lawmakers are now pushing a permanent raise to Missouri teachers’ base salary.
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Camden County woman dies after getting hit by truck
RICHLAND, Mo. (KMIZ) A Richland, Missouri, woman was killed Wednesday after she was hit by a 2005 Ford F250, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. The crash report states that Margaret Lytell was lying in the roadway on Highway 7 — about 433 feet west of Thomas Street — when she was
Continue ReadingFormer NFL punter Matt Araiza will be dropped from a civil lawsuit alleging rape, attorneys say
By Taylor Romine and Cheri Mossburg, CNN (CNN) — Former NFL punter Matt Araiza will be dropped from a civil lawsuit accusing him and others of gang rape, and he is dropping his counter-lawsuit alleging defamation against his accuser as part of an agreement between the parties, attorneys for both sides told CNN Tuesday. The
Continue ReadingMissouri launches a prescription drug database to help doctors spot opioid addictions
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri now has a statewide database to help doctors track opioid prescriptions. The program launched Wednesday. It’s aimed at helping health care providers identify possible prescription drug addiction. Doctors and pharmacists can check the database to see if patients have been receiving painkillers and other opioids from multiple providers. Prescription
Continue ReadingA man was charged in the fatal stabbing of beloved Detroit synagogue president. The two didn’t know each other, police say
By Rob Frehse and Christina Maxouris, CNN (CNN) — A Detroit man has been charged with murder in the October killing of Detroit synagogue president Samantha Woll during a home invasion, prosecutors announced on Wednesday. Michael Jackson-Bolanos, 28, has been charged with committing a felony murder during the perpetration or attempted perpetration of a larceny and/or
Continue ReadingAbortion access is before supreme courts in Arizona, New Mexico and Wyoming this week. What we know
By Cindy Von Quednow and Virginia Langmaid, CNN (CNN) — Before the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year, Arizona lawmakers outlawed nearly all abortions after 15 weeks. By taking away the federal right to an abortion, however, the nation’s highest court enabled Arizona’s attorney general to also enforce a 1901 abortion ban that
Continue ReadingBerube was the third NHL coach fired this season. For players, the carousel takes a toll.
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Craig Berube led the St. Louis Blues to a Stanley Cup in 2019. On Tuesday, he became the third NHL coach fired this season. For players, that coaching carousel can complicate relationships on and off the ice. Edmonton’s Connor McDavid knows a bit about it. He has played for five coaches
Continue ReadingWisconsin Supreme Court refuses to hear lawsuit challenging voucher school program
By SCOTT BAUER Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court has declined to hear a lawsuit brought by Democrats seeking to end the state’s taxpayer-funded private school voucher program. The lawsuit could be refiled in county circuit court, as both Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ administration and Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos had
Continue ReadingGolden Globe Awards Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the Golden Globe Awards. January 11, 2026 – The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards are presented live on CBS, with Nikki Glaser hosting. January 5, 2025 – The 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards are presented live on CBS. Facts The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA)
Continue ReadingTerrorism and War-Related Airplane Crashes Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a selected list of commercial airplane crashes caused by military acts or by terrorism. June 14, 1940 – Soviet bombers shoot down the Kaleva, a Finnish commercial plane traveling from Estonia to Finland, killing all nine on board. One passenger was Henry W. Antheil Jr., an American diplomat who
Continue ReadingHeisman Trophy Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at college football’s Heisman Trophy. December 13, 2025 – Indiana University quarterback Fernando Mendoza is named the Heisman Trophy winner. December 14, 2024 – University of Colorado’s Travis Hunter, a wide receiver and cornerback for the Buffaloes, is named the Heisman Trophy winner. Facts The Heisman Memorial
Continue ReadingJonBenet Ramsey Murder Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is some background information about the JonBenét Ramsey murder investigation. The 6-year-old beauty pageant queen was found murdered in her Boulder, Colorado, home on December 26, 1996. No one has ever been charged in the case and the investigation is still open. Early suspicion fell on her parents, but
Continue ReadingDow Jones Industrial Average Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Facts The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a stock index comprised of 30 “blue-chip” US stocks. It is meant to be a way to measure the strength or weakness of the entire US stock market. The Dow began in 1896 with
Continue ReadingSecret Service Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the Secret Service, a federal agency tasked with protecting the president of the United States, among many other responsibilities. Facts The Secret Service is one of the country’s oldest federal investigative agencies, founded in 1865 to stop counterfeiters. There are approximately 3,200 special agents and
Continue ReadingMahathir Mohamad Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at Mahathir Mohamad, former prime minister of Malaysia. Personal Birth date: July 10, 1925 (officially recorded as December 20, 1925) Birth place: Alor Setar, Kedah Father: Mohamad Iskandar, an Indian Muslim and a teacher in Northern Malaysia Marriage: Siti Hasmah Ali (1956) Children: Marina, Mirzan, Melinda,
Continue ReadingChristmas Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Christmas, a popular Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Facts Celebrated December 25th in the United States and other countries. In 2025, December 25th falls on a Thursday. Christmas is celebrated on January 7 in some Eastern Orthodox countries, such as Russia. The real
Continue ReadingHanukkah Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the Jewish holiday Hanukkah. In 2026, Hanukkah will start on December 4 at sunset and will end December 12, at sunset. Facts Hanukkah begins on the eve of the 25th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev and lasts eight days. The starting date on
Continue ReadingWhy Israel won’t stop fighting despite the mounting losses
By Ivana Kottasová, CNN (CNN) — Nine Israeli soldiers were killed in a single attack in northern Gaza on Tuesday, an incident that was among the deadliest for Israeli forces since the beginning of their ground operation on October 27. The news sent shockwaves through Israel, where many are still grieving from the October 7
Continue ReadingChiefs’ Andy Reid ready to move on from controversial Buffalo loss with Patriots up next
By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Andy Reid was ready to move on from Kansas City’s controversial loss to Buffalo last weekend. The Chiefs coach curtly batted away continued questions about the 20-17 defeat, where a rare offside penalty on wide receiver Kadarius Toney negated what would have been the
Continue ReadingBlues GM Doug Armstrong blames himself for having to fire Craig Berube
By WARREN MAYES Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) — St. Louis Blues general manager Doug Armstrong says he got tired of seeing the Blues being a punching bag, leading to his decision to fire coach Craig Berube. Armstrong says “your mind starts to work when you’re everybody’s homecoming game. Armstrong dismissed Berube late Tuesday night,
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