AGP Executive Report

Skydiving tragedy in Butler: A private plane carrying 11 skydivers and a pilot crashed moments after takeoff near Butler Memorial Airport, killing all 12. Family members watched from the ground as the aircraft failed to gain altitude and burst into flames; the NTSB has begun an investigation. Missouri road work and closures: MoDOT posted a new 40-ton weight limit on Springfield’s U.S. 65 bridges over Chestnut Expressway, and drivers across the region should expect lane reductions for seal-coat work starting June 22. Several culvert/bridge projects are also set to close roads, including Gentry County Route Z (June 16) and Putnam County Route U (June 16), plus longer closures tied to bridge deck and replacement work. Abortion pill fight in Missouri: Republican attorneys general, including Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway, urged the EPA to classify mifepristone as a water contaminant, arguing it could end up in wastewater. Education leadership: The Missouri State Board of Education unanimously named Stacey Preis interim education commissioner.

Tragedy in Southwest Missouri: A skydiving plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport, killing all 12 aboard (pilot and 11 passengers). Witnesses said the aircraft struggled to gain altitude and made a sharp left turn before going down in a field and bursting into flames; investigators are still working, with the NTSB expected to take months or longer to determine a cause. Public Safety & Weather: Residents across 15 states reported a rare bright fireball streaking the night sky, with the American Meteor Society receiving nearly 400 reports; meteorologists say it likely came from a small asteroid fragment burning up. Severe Weather Outlook: The Tri-States gets a calmer Tuesday, but another round of storms is possible Wednesday evening, with damaging winds the main concern. Missouri Politics: Voters will decide Aug. 4 on Amendment 5, which would gradually phase out and eliminate Missouri’s individual income tax, with supporters citing competitiveness and opponents warning of higher sales taxes and shifting burdens. State Government: Gov. Mike Kehoe ordered the Capitol dome to shine purple for Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and Missouri’s interim education commissioner has been named. Business & Jobs: AB InBev plans to invest $20M+ in St. Louis and Arnold to expand Michelob production and build a technical training center; Amazon also announced a $10B data center campus in Montgomery County.

Tragedy in Mid-Missouri: A skydiving plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport, killing all 12 aboard—11 skydivers and the pilot—while family members watched from the ground; investigators from the NTSB and FAA are still working to determine what went wrong, with early focus on whether the aircraft lost power and stalled during a low turn. Safety scrutiny: Federal investigators say past skydiving crashes often point to maintenance problems and weak oversight, and this weekend’s disaster is renewing calls for tighter industry standards. Weather watch: A flood warning remains in effect for parts of southeast Kansas and southwest Missouri, with numerous roads still closed and streams continuing to rise. Local education & budgets: Webster Groves School District leaders laid out a projected $5.6 million operating deficit for 2026-27, citing state funding cuts, higher health insurance costs, and impacts from Missouri’s senior property tax freeze. Community action: Webster Groves residents held a “Wear Orange” march and rally aimed at curbing gun violence in the St. Louis metro. Infrastructure update: Kirkwood unveiled plans for the Grant’s Trail extension, a nearly mile-long mixed-use path expected to connect Downtown Kirkwood to the existing trail near I-44.

Aviation Tragedy: Twelve people—11 skydivers and the pilot—were killed in a fiery crash shortly after takeoff near Butler Memorial Airport in Bates County, authorities said. The Missouri State Highway Patrol described the scene as “brutal,” with the plane operated by Skydive Kansas City. Investigators from the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are expected to lead the probe. Severe Weather: A flood warning stayed in effect for parts of southeast Kansas and southwest Missouri, with 1 to 6 inches of rain reported and roads closed, including K-31 in Bourbon County. Local Infrastructure: Missouri DNR sent staff to help St. Louis officials after a sinkhole opened near I-70 and The Dome, prompting major downtown interstate closures and ongoing safety restrictions. Public Safety Planning: With the 2026 World Cup bringing more visitors to Kansas City, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office said it’s expanding sex-offender registration hours on select Saturdays to handle temporary residents.

World Cup Security: Jackson County prosecutors charged two Texas men with receiving stolen property after England’s World Cup equipment was taken during the move from Florida to Kansas City; the items were valued at about $18,000, and authorities say most gear was recovered ahead of training. Severe Weather & Power: Storms across the 4-state area left more than 30,000 without power, with flooding and damage reported in southeast Kansas and southwest Missouri. Local Crime: Kansas City police reported a shooting that killed a boy over 16 and injured two other victims; an adult male suspect was taken into custody. Sports—Missouri Ties: Former Missouri standout and NFL All-Pro Aldon Smith died at 36. Weather Outlook: Conditions are expected to improve Sunday with sunshine and lower humidity after the storm system moved east. Public Safety—Sex Offender Registration: Kansas City’s sheriff’s office is adding Saturday hours for sex offender registration to handle temporary residents tied to World Cup travel.

World Cup Security: Kansas City police say two people are in custody after England’s World Cup training gear—boots and balls—was stolen from a team vehicle during transit from Florida to the Swope Soccer Village base; England arrived Saturday and is set for its first full training day Sunday. Local Law Enforcement: The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is opening its sex offender registration office on extra Saturdays to handle expected World Cup-related demand. Health & Safety: Jefferson County Health Department released food inspection results from the week of May 31, with 54 inspections and scores ranging from 71 to 100, stressing that readers should focus on the type of violations. Roads & Travel: MoDOT scheduled North Missouri maintenance and construction for June 15-21, including lane reductions and closures that could affect drivers. Public Safety Incidents: Kansas City police reported a shooting that left one juvenile dead and two others injured, with an adult male suspect taken into custody. Community Events: Columbia’s Jefferson Farm and Garden held its 9th annual Butterfly Festival despite morning showers, with organizers citing a steady turnout.

World Cup Security: Kansas City police are investigating a theft of England’s World Cup training gear in transit to Swope Soccer Village, including match boots and official balls; two people were taken into custody as the FA works to figure out what’s missing ahead of the Croatia opener. Local Crime: Kansas City police say one juvenile was killed and two others injured in a shooting Thursday night on Old Santa Fe Road; an adult male suspect was arrested on scene and detectives say no other suspects are being sought. Public Safety/Health: Missouri AG Liz Murrill joined a 14-state push urging the EPA to test the abortion pill mifepristone for water safety, seeking added scrutiny under the Safe Drinking Water Act. Traffic/Crash: A head-on crash on Highway 5 at the Niangua Bridge killed a 63-year-old man and sent a 27-year-old driver to University Hospital with serious injuries. Sports/Community: Jefferson City High School named Morgan Eye Scott as its new head girls basketball coach, bringing experience from William Woods and a turnaround at Hickman.

Kansas City Violence: Police are investigating a new homicide in the 9200 block of Old Santa Fe where a boy over 16 was found dead and two other victims were shot, with an adult male suspect taken into custody. Boone County Crash Update: The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal motorcycle-and-van crash on the MO-52 overpass at I-49 in Butler, with the area closed. Road Safety in Mid-Missouri: A semitruck caused a chain-reaction crash in an I-70 work zone in Boone County, sending multiple drivers to hospitals with moderate injuries reported. Courts & College Sports: A South Carolina judge granted Clemson WR Tristan Smith a temporary injunction to keep his 2026 eligibility after he challenged the NCAA’s five-year rule. World Cup Watch in Missouri: Missouri libraries are seeing higher demand for budget help as inflation strains households, while local World Cup watch parties and related planning continue across the region. Health & Consumer Alerts: The FDA pulled frozen pizza snacks from shelves in 21 states over possible metal contamination.

World Cup in Kansas City: KC2026 says the metro could see about 650,000 visitors and more than $650 million in economic activity, with Argentina-Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium June 16 kicking off KC’s tournament run. Severe weather across Missouri and the Midwest: Tornadoes and damaging storms knocked out power and disrupted travel, with NWS reports of confirmed tornadoes near Chicago and earlier reports of tornadoes across northern Missouri and the region. Chiefs update: Patrick Mahomes is on track for training camp after knee rehab, with Andy Reid saying he could have made the minicamp conditioning test. Local housing debate in Columbia: The Planning and Zoning Commission split on two student-focused multifamily proposals totaling 500+ units, sending them to City Council without a recommendation. Public safety and crime: Kansas City police are investigating another homicide after a shooting on Paseo left a man dead; two people were taken into custody. Health policy: The Trump administration warned 500+ hospitals over missing price transparency, with penalties up to $2 million annually for noncompliance.

FIFA World Cup in KC: Kansas City is the smallest U.S. host city for the 2026 tournament, but officials expect about 650,000 visitors and more than $650 million in economic activity, with roughly $111 million in local public investments at stake. Severe Weather: A tornado watch and severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect across northern Missouri, with flooding also threatening the north central and northeastern region. Kansas City Crime: Police are investigating a Northland homicide after a woman’s death was ruled a homicide following a house fire; no arrests were announced. Another KC Shooting: Investigators are also probing a separate homicide after a man was found shot in a Paseo-area convenience store. Road Safety: A fatal pedestrian crash on I-435 in Kansas City is under investigation. Local Outdoor Fun: The Missouri Department of Conservation is offering a free modern cane-pole fishing class June 21 at Forest Park’s Fish Hatchery Lake. Business/Health Tech: Sagility announced it’s acquiring Kansas City-based CareSeed to expand AI-led quality and Medicare Advantage performance work. Sports: Chiefs coach Andy Reid says Patrick Mahomes is on track for training camp after knee rehab.

Severe Weather & Power Outages: Storms rolled through the Midwest and northern Missouri, knocking out power for hundreds of thousands and disrupting travel, with tornado warnings and flash-flood concerns reported. Missouri Courts & Politics: A Missouri court let GOP leaders “run out the clock” on a redistricting fight, keeping the dispute alive as deadlines near. Public Safety: Fulton park restrooms were repeatedly vandalized, leading officials to lock them nightly. State Utility Watch: The Missouri Public Service Commission set local public hearing dates for Evergy Missouri Metro’s rate case and approved Ameren Missouri’s CCN for a 250-megawatt solar project in Callaway County. Energy & Industry: Ford’s aluminum supplier Novelis restarted a hot mill in Oswego after last fall’s fires, easing supply pressure for Ford truck production. Local Notes: A Ray County mowing accident killed a 75-year-old Richmond man after the lawnmower overturned. Sports & Community: Reeds Spring’s eSports team earned the program’s highest state finish, and the Lady Wolves closed their season with record-setting home runs and honors.

State Budget Watch: Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick says the state is on track for deficit spending of more than $1.7 billion in FY 2027, warning lawmakers and Gov. Mike Kehoe that the General Revenue Fund surplus could be nearly gone by FY’s end and exhausted early in FY 2028—meaning emergency cuts may follow. School District Accountability: Fitzpatrick’s office found Francis Howell R-III School District paid a former superintendent about $229,167 after officials allegedly failed to properly vet Dr. Mike Dominguez before signing his contract. Consumer/Health Care: Missouri’s Healthy SNAP fruit-and-vegetable restriction has been delayed until 2027, while aid for healthy foods was cut. COVID Testing Settlement: Attorney General Brenna Bird announced a $4.87 million multistate settlement with GS Labs over overpriced and delayed COVID-19 tests. Local Safety: A Richmond man died after a lawnmower overturned on an embankment in Ray County; in southeast Missouri, a two-vehicle crash near Vanduser left one dead and another injured. Community & Education: Missouri 4-H Foundation awarded 95 scholarships totaling $127,000 to 4-H members. Sports & Travel: Kansas City’s Northland shuttle, River Cities Express, will run on Fan Fest days to help World Cup visitors reach the festival.

Healthcare Costs & Transparency: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals nationwide—including Philadelphia-area facilities—that they must post basic pricing or face penalties up to $2 million a year, with enforcement expected to tighten. Local Public Safety: The Northwest Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety is taking grant applications for highway and traffic safety programs until Wednesday, with requests capped at $5,000. Severe Weather Watch: Meteorologists say the Kansas City metro could see strong storms, large hail, and damaging winds Wednesday evening into Thursday. Community & Youth: Columbia families still turned out for a Nick Bolton youth football camp at Rock Bridge High School despite Sunday storms. Public Health & Families: Childcare centers across Missouri are struggling with staff retention, with advocates pointing to low wages and limited benefits as major drivers of turnover. Politics & Courts: A federal judge dismissed a Missouri Republican activist’s lawsuit challenging ballot access and GOP candidate vetting rules. Local Government: Maryville is considering new ways to address e-bike and e-scooter safety concerns, especially involving minors. Sports: Mizzou softball added Matt Guemmer as an assistant coach, bringing Big Ten and Missouri recruiting experience back to the program.

World Cup prep in KC: The Netherlands landed in Kansas City and will use the Current’s Riverside facility as its World Cup base camp, with more teams already in the metro for the tournament. Public safety and weather: Severe storms and flooding risk have been hitting the region, with reports of power outages and crashes tied to high winds and heavy rain. Local infrastructure: Missouri DNR awarded Maryville $52.5 million for drinking water treatment upgrades, including a new surface water plant, with work expected to finish by July 2028. Crime and investigations: Kansas City police are investigating a weekend mass shooting that left nine injured, and Cass County authorities charged a Kansas man in alleged sex crimes involving minors. Road and rescue updates: A fatal I-70 crash in Lafayette County shut westbound lanes, while an officer was swept into water during a suspect pursuit in Pettis County and a man was rescued from Lake of the Ozarks after falling about 80 feet. Business/jobs: Western Smokehouse Partners won New Markets Tax Credits for an expansion in Mexico that’s expected to create 377 jobs.

Kansas City Violence: Police are investigating a mass shooting early Saturday near 79th and Troost that left nine people shot, with three victims found at the scene and six more taken to hospitals; all are expected to survive, and no arrest details were released. Severe Weather: A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect overnight for the Kansas City metro, including parts of both Missouri and Kansas, after storms caused widespread power outages. Mid-Missouri Flooding/Rescues: Heavy rain continues to trigger road closures and rescues across central Missouri, including incidents in Cole County and around Columbia/Jefferson City. Local Sports: Missouri and Saint Louis agreed to a three-game men’s basketball series at St. Louis’ Enterprise Center starting Nov. 6, ending a long gap since their last meeting. State Courts/Policy: Missouri Supreme Court rejected calls to change an August ballot question on income taxes, keeping the measure on track. Business/Infrastructure: Jefferson County accepted a $50,000 MoDOT grant to help select a site for an airport study, with a required local match.

World Cup security in Missouri: Kansas City police are investigating a mass shooting near 79th and Troost that left 9 people injured early Saturday; no arrests were reported and victims are expected to survive, underscoring heightened concerns as the tournament approaches. Local crime and courts: A Kansas City grand jury upgraded felony charges against nonprofit CEO Na’im Al-Amin in a 2023 south-city killing, including 1st-degree murder and kidnapping allegations tied to surveillance footage and claims he forced a witness at gunpoint. Public safety on Missouri roads: In Macon, an 84-year-old’s foot reportedly stuck between the brake and accelerator sent his car through the front of a Casey’s, breaking glass but causing no injuries; in Kansas City, a fatal I-435 crash killed one and seriously injured three, including two juveniles. Statewide legal/consumer impact: Missouri’s SNAP restrictions on candy and sugary drinks were delayed until 2027, affecting how benefits can be used. Agriculture and prices: USDA data shows farm milk prices continue a slow rebound, with May Class III at $16.92 per hundredweight and Class IV at $22.32.