Skydiver killed in plane crash was son of Dothan doctor
The aircraft crashed on Sunday at Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri shortly after taking off.
Jun 19, 2026Open source
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Bates County Coroner Identifies 12 Butler Plane Crash Victims
Bates County Coroner identifies 12 victims in Butler, Missouri plane crash; investigation continues at Butler Memorial Airport.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Pennsylvania man identified as one of 12 killed in Missouri skydiving plane crash
A Somerset County man was one of 12 people killed in a skydiving plane crash in Butler, Missouri, early Sunday morning.
Jun 17, 2026Open source
Missouri skydiving plane crash kills 12, including teacher, father and cancer survivor
BUTLER, Mo. (KMBC) -- Family members and officials have started to identify the 12 people killed in a skydiving plane crash in Butler, Missouri, on Sunday.
Jun 16, 2026Open source
‘I was on that plane last weekend’: Topeka skydiver reacts to fatal Missouri plane crash
Topeka man Chris Phelps knew the passengers killed in Sunday’s Butler, MO plane crash well.
Jun 16, 2026Open source
Missouri skydiving plane crash kills 12. Here's what we know about those who were on board
A skydiving plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Butler, Missouri, killing 12 people, including a teacher, father and cancer survivor.
Jun 16, 2026Open source
'It's tough': Father says son with two baby boys died in Missouri plane crashketv
A father whose son was among the 12 people killed in a skydiving plane crash near Butler Memorial Airport says his family is searching for answers as investi...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
11 skydivers, pilot die in Missouri plane crash, troopers say
Troopers in Missouri say 11 skydivers and a pilot died in a fiery plane crash in Butler on Sunday.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
'It's tough': Father says son with two baby boys died in Missouri plane crashkoat
A father whose son was among the 12 people killed in a skydiving plane crash near Butler Memorial Airport says his family is searching for answers as investi...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
This Day in History - June 15: Gov. David Butler signed bill to establish state seal
The bill included specifications that the seal was to be circular, with a steamboat on the Missouri River to represent the eastern part.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
'It's tough': Father says son with two baby boys died in Missouri plane crashwapt
A father whose son was among the 12 people killed in a skydiving plane crash near Butler Memorial Airport says his family is searching for answers as investi...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
'It's tough': Father says son with two baby boys died in Missouri plane crash
A father whose son was among the 12 people killed in a skydiving plane crash near Butler Memorial Airport says his family is searching for answers as investi...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
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Supreme Court sides with Monsanto, overturning Missouri man's Roundup lawsuit win
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Monsanto, overturning a $1.25 million Missouri jury verdict awarded to John Durnell, who said years of using the...
Jun 28, 2026Open source
Missouri Voter Guide: August 2026 primary election in the St. Louis area and beyond
We assembled a guide to help you navigate key St. Louis-area races in the August 2026 election in Missouri. Here is information on how to vote and frequently...
Jun 28, 2026Open source
MoDOT to reopen portion of I-44, several other closures related to downtown sinkhole remain
The Missouri Department of Transportation announced Friday it will be reopening a portion of I-44 in St. Louis City in the afternoon.
Jun 28, 2026Open source
Venezuelan Association of Missouri organizing donation drive for earthquake relief
The Venezuelan community in St. Louis has launched a donation drive to help with relief efforts back home.
Jun 28, 2026Open source
METRO ROUNDUP: Post 346 emerges victorious in Missouri; Rex rained out
Areas of fog early, then partly cloudy this afternoon. High 87F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph..
Jun 28, 2026Open source
Press Box: MSHSAA to implement latest system regarding non-public schools
Remember the 1.35 multiplier placed on non-public schools by the Missouri State High School Activities Association? Those were simpler times, seemingly a lif...
Jun 28, 2026Open source
Destiny Thomas embraces leadership role as Murray State women's basketball offseason continues
MURRAY, KY -- Destiny Thomas enters another season at Murray State as part of a program that has quickly become the standard in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
MSHSAA to experiment with implementation of shot clock
The Missouri State High School Activities Association has approved a limited allowance for a 35-second shot clock in boys’ and girls’ basketball, creatin...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
MU Extension spots first corn leafhoppers of the year in Missouri
A species of invasive plant eaters has been confirmed in Mid-Missouri as the season turns to summer.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Board of Curators approve $5.5 billion FY2027 budget
The University of Missouri System's budget is $5.5 billion for fiscal year 2027, which officials designed to be a cautious approach to cost commitments given...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
State Historical Society’s collection of military uniforms reflects country’s history
As a curator for the State Historical Society of Missouri, Nicole Johnston knew she had to commemorate America's 250th birthday in a meaningful way.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Google plans $1.3 million investment in Missouri River basin stabilization projects
Google will fund 47 grade stabilization structures located in southwest Iowa, aiming to improve water quality, better capture runoff and boost flood resilien...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
MacLeod pulls away from West Plains, 12-3
WEST PLAINS — The MacLeod Junior American Legion Baseball team plated nine runs over the fourth and fifth innings to pull away for a 12-3 whipping of West...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Missouri casino robbery suspect identified as Bloomington man with McLean County warrant
Bloomington police conducted a traffic stop Wednesday that resulted in the arrest of a Bloomington man accused in a $1.3 million armed robbery at a Missouri...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Paint work continues on Missouri Supreme Court building
Renovations to the Missouri Supreme Court building progressed Thursday with more work on its facade.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Missouri parent groups organize against Amendment 5 over school funding concerns
Sarah Laub tried everything to get her son with learning disabilities a better education. She drove him to a private school an hour and a half away from th...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Southern softball reloads for 2026-27
After a historic season that saw the Missouri Southern State University Lions softball team (54-10) earn a trip to the NCAA Division II Women
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Millions already pouring into Missouri ballot fights over taxes and majority rule
Missouri voters are being flooded with ads over two constitutional amendments that would reshape how the state taxes income and how citizens amend the consti...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
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Butler is in Bates County, Missouri.
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Supreme Court sides with Monsanto, overturning Missouri man's Roundup lawsuit win
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Monsanto, overturning a $1.25 million Missouri jury verdict awarded to John Durnell, who said years of using the...
Jun 28, 2026Open source
Missouri Voter Guide: August 2026 primary election in the St. Louis area and beyond
We assembled a guide to help you navigate key St. Louis-area races in the August 2026 election in Missouri. Here is information on how to vote and frequently...
Jun 28, 2026Open source
MoDOT to reopen portion of I-44, several other closures related to downtown sinkhole remain
The Missouri Department of Transportation announced Friday it will be reopening a portion of I-44 in St. Louis City in the afternoon.
Jun 28, 2026Open source
Venezuelan Association of Missouri organizing donation drive for earthquake relief
The Venezuelan community in St. Louis has launched a donation drive to help with relief efforts back home.
Jun 28, 2026Open source
METRO ROUNDUP: Post 346 emerges victorious in Missouri; Rex rained out
Areas of fog early, then partly cloudy this afternoon. High 87F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph..
Jun 28, 2026Open source
Press Box: MSHSAA to implement latest system regarding non-public schools
Remember the 1.35 multiplier placed on non-public schools by the Missouri State High School Activities Association? Those were simpler times, seemingly a lif...
Jun 28, 2026Open source
Destiny Thomas embraces leadership role as Murray State women's basketball offseason continues
MURRAY, KY -- Destiny Thomas enters another season at Murray State as part of a program that has quickly become the standard in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
MSHSAA to experiment with implementation of shot clock
The Missouri State High School Activities Association has approved a limited allowance for a 35-second shot clock in boys’ and girls’ basketball, creatin...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
MU Extension spots first corn leafhoppers of the year in Missouri
A species of invasive plant eaters has been confirmed in Mid-Missouri as the season turns to summer.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
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