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It’s been an unseasonably warm October, but winter is eventually coming.

Cold and snowy weather might take a while, though, due to the slow development of La Nina, which State Climatologist Zach Leasor explained to Missourinet’s Marshall Griffin.

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Missouri’s last comprehensive energy plan rolled out ten years ago, so the state is working to develop a new one.

Alisa Nelson talks to State Department of Natural Resources Director Kurt Schaefer, who says there’s not much extra power to go around. He explains what is putting so much pressure on Missouri’s power grid.

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Halloween is coming up fast/has arrived! Kids in costumes will be hitting the streets in search of candy, while many adults will be hitting the parties.

Marshall Griffin spoke with Lieutenant Eric Brown of the Missouri State Highway Patrol on how to make sure your Halloween is a safe one.

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The Trump Administration has been revoking the visas of college students around the country for a variety of reasons.

Alisa Nelson talks to Dawn Medley, the Vice President of Enrollment Management at Missouri State University, who says international student enrollment is down by double digits – affecting the university’s bottom line.

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Missouri has seen its highest West Nile Virus activity in years, and health officials say it's not just the numbers that are concerning.

Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger sits down with Missouri State Epidemiologist Dr. George Turabelidze to talk about what’s driving the surge, why blood donor infections are raising red flags, and how prevention is still our best defense.

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Chinese mystery snail populations have been documented in nearly a dozen waterways in Missouri. The snails reproduce very quickly, raising concerns about the impact on other native species in waterways.

Show Me Today welcomes Missouri’s expert on the subject, Malacologist Stephen McMurray.

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After a dramatic double-overtime win at Auburn that pushed Missouri to 6-1 and bowl eligible, the Tigers now turn their focus to a rising Vanderbilt team.

Bill Pollock caught up with KMIZ-TV Sports Director Nathalie Jones to break down Beau Pribula’s performance, the offensive line’s recent struggles, and what’s at stake for Eli Drinkwitz as Mizzou hits the road looking to stay perfect against the Commodores in the Drinkwitz Era.

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Big games, big celebrations, and big opportunities: Missouri is gearing up for a tourism boom in 2026. From the global spotlight of the FIFA World Cup in Kansas City to historic milestones like the Route 66 anniversary and America 250, Lt. Governor David Wasinger says the state is preparing to welcome the world.

Show Me Today reporter Matt Pilger caught up with him after the recent Governor’s Conference on Tourism at the Lake of the Ozarks, where he shared how Missouri could host international teams and bring in hundreds of millions of dollars in tourism revenue.

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Blood clots often strike without warning, and when they do, the results can be deadly. They’re among the top causes of preventable death worldwide, but many Missourians don’t realize they may already be at risk.

Dr. Heidi Miller, Chief Medical Officer for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, joins us to explain what causes blood clots, how to recognize the warning signs, and what simple steps can save your life.

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There have been reports in local media outlets across Missouri that insurance companies are canceling or not renewing policies for homeowners with storm damage.

Marshall Griffin talked about it with Angela Nelson, Director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance.

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