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Some states are taking drastic measures to make sure minor's access to social media first has the approval of parents. Should Illinois and Missouri do the same?

I've done my share of traveling and will admit I've considered this possibility. Is it OK to sleep overnight in a Walmart parking lot in Missouri? That depends. Let's explore the possibility.

There is a terrible bacterial outbreak that has been associated with blindness and death in several cases. There is a possible connection to eye drops that have been available in Illinois and are now under a national recall alert.

Every now and then I will watch myself watch an episode of Jeopardy!, and not get a single answer correct. But every now and then I get lucky. There have been a few times through Jeopardy's history when questions about Hannibal have made the show.

"Anybody know of any good mechanics?"

If there is anything that Missouri does exceptionally well, it's lakes. Two of the Show Me State's best waterways have just been included in the top 25 coolest Midwest lake vacation spots in America.

If you are planning on doing some cave exploring in Missouri this Spring you should check out the deepest cave in Missouri, you may be shocked by just how deep it is...

Are you a fan of automobiles that also happen to be hot dogs? If so, rejoice. The Weinermobile is coming to at least one location in April.

It's one of the most mysterious UFO sightings over Missouri, but it might finally be solved. There are two new theories that might explain why a spinning metallic cube was spotted over Springfield, Missouri.

There is a report about an Illinois lawmaker who may be trying to LOWER the legal drinking age here in the Land of Lincoln...How low do they want it to go, and is this a good idea?

It's no secret that law enforcement is not an easy job, but it's also not a dull one. Take for example a Ralls County deputy who suddenly had to become a cattle rustler Thursday morning when a cow went rogue.

Dogs are funny creatures. If you don't believe me, there's an Illinois dog named Norman I'd like to introduce you to. Norman is a creature of habit. For example, he refuses to go potty without a kiss first just like the rest of us. Oh, wait...

Two couple sure do enjoy the simple life.

The Brown family has a beautiful home on wheels, designed by Katelyn!

It's like something out of one of his Westerns.

One of the most underrated things in life is comfort food. I think I can prove that with science. If that's a philosophy you also embrace, I found a place voted the best comfort food you'll find in Missouri.

There are few phrases in life that are better than "your money is no good here" meaning there's no cost involved. Missouri has an amazing number of places you can visit that provide once-in-a-lifetime experiences without costing you a penny. Let's explore some of the best in the Show Me State.

I am about to stake my claim in a likely very unpopular opinion. I have no doubt you've heard St. Louis included in many articles about "murder capitals" and "most dangerous places", but are they really true? I think I can prove that many of these are wildly unfair and try to paint the Gateway City with far too broad a brush.

Wanna get away, but can't decide if you want to go to a petting zoo or an Airbnb? You can have both in one Missouri place that does give you a place to sleep and also lots of animal petting possibilities.

Tickets go on sale this week to see Travis and Jason Kelce recording their podcast LIVE in Kansas City! Here are the details you need to know about this unique experience...

Luke Combs opens up about 'Gettin' Old' and more during his interview with Evan Paul.

I'm really glad that utility companies understand there are people like me in the world. I need things to be simple and this is a perfect example. Have you ever seen yellow paint on the ground or in a yard? That's code for don't dig and whatever you do, don't light a match.

A travel website compiled a list of great cities you should actually visit that are in "flyover" states, and one of the cities on this list is here in the Land of Lincoln and it deserves to be on this list!

Their last social media update came in 2022.

Time is going by so fast for the country superstar family.

"8 years married and forever to go."

There's a new option for you to feed your face with when you go to St. Louis Cardinals games this season. Can you say tacos?

When I have to fly on a plane, I go through TSA with trepidation. Perhaps I should lighten up as I've found at least 58 things you can totally take on a Missouri plane without being busted and cuffed by an agent.

The Babies Osborne are here!

Knowing that my kids will be driving in a few years scares me to death, and this new report that named the most dangerous road in every state makes me want to never have them drive ever.

The bear who escaped his enclosure at the St. Louis Zoo twice in the past few weeks will be escaping again soon, but this time it's planned. Ben the "escapee" bear at the St. Louis Zoo is being sent to Texas.

One of the busiest people in country music as of right now has to be Carly Pearce.

There are great diners all over Missouri, but if you are truly looking for the perfect "hole in the wall" place then you need to head to the small town of Nevada, Missouri...