Hardcastle, Lea G. (nee Griffin), Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Beloved wife of Richard H. Hardcastle III for 46 years; loving mother of Lauren (Justin) Trusty and Haley Hardcastle; cherished grandmother of Oliver and Lillian Trusty; dear daughter of Martha and…
Authorities say Karen A. Schwarze, 58, concealed a pistol with the intent to prevent prosecution of the victim's father, David A. Schultheis, 34, who was charged with reckless use of a firearm.
“He was shooting in an unsafe direction and made some poor choices in my opinion and unfortunately it resulted in his daughter’s death,” said the sheriff.
Lucas Cierpiot, a disability-rights activist from Blue Springs, said he felt intimidated by the governor’s actions and too unsafe to attend any “No Kings” protests on June 14.
Charges against Jaylen Billups, 28, came Tuesday after officers were able to interview the victim, who underwent surgery and remained intubated for several days.
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri House launched a controversial special session Wednesday that could drastically alter the state’s congressional boundaries and make it harder for citizens to change the state Constitution.
Governor also withdraws dozens of appointments to other state panels so the Legislature can focus on Congressional redistricting and overhauling the initiative petition process for changing the state Constitution.
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Hashiem Thomas, 25, was arrested Tuesday. He and his brother, Aakiem Thomas, 22, are charged with murder in the death of 31-year-old Marilyn Emilien on Aug. 9.