Missouri saw a decline of 5,900 jobs in August 2025 but gained 33,900 positions year-over-year, with a constant unemployment rate of 4.1%. Despite government job losses, sectors like mining, logging, and construction added jobs.

President Trump is considering deploying the National Guard to combat crime in St. Louis, following a similar action in Memphis, though no details or confirmation of plans have been provided by officials.

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe appointed Christopher Kendall as Platte County Treasurer and Michael Wulff as Putnam County Prosecuting Attorney, as the 103rd General Assembly adjourned.

Missouri's Education Department seeks public input for their new strategic plan through an online survey available until 5 p.m. on September 26, 2025.

St. Louis reported an $18.7 million budget surplus for the fiscal year 2025, largely due to higher-than-expected general revenues and lower expenditures across departments.

Missouri Attorney General introduces an age-verification rule for websites with significant adult content to protect minors, effective November 30, 2025, under the Merchandising Practices Act.

Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway convicted Joel Smith for crimes against a child, with a minimum sentence of 10 years to a potential life sentence pending.

Governor Kehoe of Missouri released a report on refining the state’s child care licensing rules, aiming to reduce outdated regulations while ensuring child safety.

St. Louis area counties have approved a joint police training facility, with plans for advanced training resources and an operational governing commission.

St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann supports a wider application of a proposed property tax freeze in Missouri, stressing fairness and potential legal issues.

Catherine L. Hanaway is sworn in as Missouri's 45th Attorney General, emphasizing law enforcement and constitutional freedoms.

Missouri's outgoing Attorney General Andrew Bailey is appointed Deputy Director of the FBI, highlighting his conservative tenure with numerous high-profile legal actions and opposition to federal policies.

Three MoDOT projects won top regional honors at the 2025 America's Transportation Awards, highlighting Missouri's infrastructure improvements and potential for national recognition.