Missouri Redistricting: The Missouri Supreme Court unanimously blocked the GOP-drawn congressional map from being used in November and ordered a statewide vote, sending election workers scrambling as voters may see different districts than in the Aug. primary; Secretary of State Denny Hoskins and AG Catherine Hanaway say they’ll appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. Public Safety Laws: New Missouri rules took effect Aug. 28, including tougher penalties for DUI and school bus violations, added boating safety requirements, and updates to cyberstalking/harassment and drone rules around critical infrastructure. Local Crime: A Republican House candidate, Thomas Christopher Ross, was arrested federally after prosecutors allege he tried to have cocaine and Adderall planted on his primary opponent. Weather & Travel: A dangerous heat warning continues across southwest Missouri, while the Highway Patrol urged game-day planning for Columbia amid major I-70 work zones. Community & Health: A person was found dead in the Missouri River near north Jefferson City; and Troy declared a state of emergency after an ammonia leak forced shelter-in-place and evacuations. Sports & Economy: Missouri football opened with a 54-14 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff; diesel prices hit a record national average of $5.85, raising costs for everyday goods.