World Cup Security: The AP reports the 2026 World Cup’s U.S. run is bringing an unprecedented security setup, with federal, state and local agencies plus private tech—drones, robot dogs, X-ray trucks and AI cameras—aimed at a complex threat mix. Healthcare Costs: The Trump administration warned 500+ hospitals nationwide, including 16 in Tennessee, to post clearer pricing or face penalties up to $2 million annually. Missouri Courts & Fraud: A Columbia woman pleaded guilty in federal court to wire fraud tied to a fake Paycheck Protection Program claim. Local History & Community: In Maryville, a cemetery survey class project is turning grave markers into new local biographies, while Kansas City’s JuneteenthKC plans more events at the Black Archives and museums. Missouri Politics & Taxes: State Rep. Louis Riggs says a potential income tax elimination ballot measure could “modernize” taxes by shifting toward sales tax changes and efficiency audits. Real Estate & Housing: Missouri Realtors are spending $2 million to fight Amendment 4 on citizen initiative petitions. Energy & Infrastructure: Ameren Missouri is seeking public input on an $881 million transmission project that it says adds reliability for about 25 cents per month. Business Growth: Western Smokehouse Partners is expanding in Mexico, Mo., backed by New Markets Tax Credits, aiming to create 377 jobs. Public Health Alert: A Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa supplements has expanded to 119 cases across 36 states, prompting additional FDA recalls. Education Funding: Joplin Public Schools faces a $3 million shortfall after Missouri underfunded the education formula.