Pope Leo XIV says he will not be deterred by criticism from President Trump, vowing to continue his calls for peace as tensions escalate between the Vatican and Washington over the Iran conflict.

Missouri lawmakers are considering whether to double the Missouri Land Survey Fund for the first time in 57 years.

The U.S. Central Command said the blockade would be "enforced impartially against vessels of all nations" from 10 a.m. EDT, following the breakdown of talks after 21 hours of negotiations.

The economic uncertainty brought on from war in Iran will likely drive up U.S. food prices, especially for fresh produce.

Additionally, the Thompson Center will host its grand opening and MU will expand its Springfield clinical campus.

The year began with many people becoming U.S. citizens, but by December, fewer people were doing so, driven by ramped-up scrutiny of applications and eroding trust in the system.