Redistricting Fight: A Missouri judge ruled congressional redistricting can’t be challenged through the state’s referendum process, keeping a GOP-friendly map in place for November and dealing Trump allies a major win. Local Arts & Community: Kirksville’s new monarch butterfly mural is nearing completion, funded by a $15,000 AARP grant. Public Safety Tech Debate: FLOCK automated license plate readers are under fresh scrutiny across the region, with questions about data retention and transparency as cities weigh how to use the cameras. Storm Aftermath: Wyandotte County storms knocked out power for thousands, with restoration expected to take several days. Food Safety: The FDA continues major recall activity tied to 2026 outbreaks, including cyclospora-linked products, as cases climb nationwide. Utilities & Cost Help: The Missouri Public Service Commission is asking for public comment on investor-owned utility assistance programs, focusing on eligibility, outreach, and customer experience. Courts & Consumer Impact: A federal appeals court upheld a $1B real estate antitrust settlement over alleged commission inflation. Missouri Agriculture: USDA pegged 2026 soybean production at a record 4.519 billion bushels, with Missouri acreage adding 350,000 acres.