AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWorld Cup Security: The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off next week with an “unprecedented” security setup across 16 cities, as federal, state, and local agencies lean on drones, robot dogs, X-ray trucks, and AI cameras amid broader geopolitical and AI-related disruption fears. Missouri Opioid Crackdown: Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway says a Kansas City distributor has agreed to suspend in-state sales of 7-OH and other kratom alkaloids, ending related litigation and aiming to curb unregulated opioid-like products. Budget Warning: State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick warns Missouri’s FY 2027 budget is trending toward deficit spending and could force harsher emergency cuts if leaders don’t rebalance sooner. School District Accountability: Fitzpatrick also found Francis Howell R-III paid a former superintendent $229,167 after insufficient vetting, including issues tied to the search process. Power Restoration: Evergy reports major progress restoring power after severe storms, with most customers expected back by evening and hardest-hit areas still being repaired. Community & Local Life: Springfield’s weekend events include the D.A.S. Baton Honors Award and Freedom Ball fundraiser, while MU Extension released a new soybean growth monitoring report and 4-H held its state livestock judging contest.
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