Kansas City-area locations reported heat-index values of at least 105 degrees during a late-June and early-July heat wave, while forecasts warned of continued hazardous conditions through the July 4 weekend.
A June 28 National Weather Service warning said a dangerous heat wave was expected to bring heat indexes around 105 degrees to Jefferson City and central Missouri through at least Thursday.
Federal authorities said a two-year investigation into methamphetamine trafficking in Little Rock and North Little Rock led to 13 arrests across three states and the seizure of more than 300 pounds of methamphetamine.
Gov. Kelly Armstrong’s office said Parks and Recreation Director Cody Schulz is expected to move to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation in August 2026 as its chief financial officer.
A federal judge on July 20 dismissed the federal administration’s lawsuit challenging Minnesota and local policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Minneapolis was among the defendants.
West Valley City is inviting residents to organize neighborhood block parties and potluck gatherings for National Night Out on Aug. 4, 2026.
Springfield’s city work schedule for the week of July 20 lists Lindsay Bridge work from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a Capitol Avenue closure that began April 20 and is listed through August 2026.
Missouri’s Aug. 4 primary ballot includes four certified constitutional amendments, including proposals on conservation funding, initiative petitions, county assessors and state taxes.
Minnesota will review certain Medical Assistance cases in late August and early September before federal eligibility changes take effect Oct. 1, 2026.
Jackson posted notices for a July 27 Finance Committee meeting and a July 28 regular City Council meeting, following finance and zoning-related agenda postings earlier in the month.