Missouri’s Attorney General announced Monday that 169 law enforcement agencies in the state have cleared their backlogs of untested sexual assault kits.
In total, 3,298 kits have been sent to the state’s lab to be tested.
Attorney General Eric Schmitt also said Monday there are now three cases being prosecuted because of the effort to clear the backlog, known as the SAFE Kit Initiative.
Heat Advisory Back in Place Today
After a one-day break, Heat Advisories will be back in place for the Lakes Region.
Highway 76 Work Along Lake Taneycomo in Hollister Set for 2027
The Missouri Department of Transportation has postponed the start of the Route 76 Slide Repair Project in Hollister from this month to January 2027.
Taney County Health Department Begins "Building Communities for Better Health" Initiative
The Taney County Health Department is beginning a process to help county residents suffering from chronic diseases.
Up and Down Weather Week Ahead
The weekend wraps-up with some rain leading to a slight cooldown.
Identity of Suspect Causing Damage to Forsyth Fire Station Released
The person who hit the building of Forsyth Fire Station #2 with a vehicle has now been identified.
