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Governor Kehoe Praises Response to Historic Flash Flooding in South Central Missouri
State urges public to heed warnings tonight as additional heavy rains could lead to more dangerous flash flooding
July 11, 2026

SEMA to host applicant briefings July 14-16 for local governments, nonprofits included in federal disaster declaration
Eligible local governments and nonprofit agencies in declared counties encouraged to attend to learn about application process and FEMA program rules
July 09, 2026

President Trump Approves Governor Kehoe’s Request for Major Disaster Declaration in Response to Severe Storms
10 counties impacted by April 23-28 severe storms approved for FEMA Public Assistance
July 02, 2026

Governor Kehoe Celebrates Growth of Missouri Blue Shield Program
Second year of program expands support for effective law enforcement and safer communities
July 01, 2026

Governor Kehoe Announces SEMA and FEMA to Participate in Joint Damage Assessments for Severe Weather System that Began June 4
Third round of Joint PDAs this year for storm damage in Missouri
June 18, 2026

Governor Kehoe Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for 12 Missouri Counties in Response to Tornadoes, Hail, and Severe Storms from April 23-28
An additional round of destructive severe weather and flooding May 16-19 has led to a request today for joint Preliminary Damage Assessments for a potential second disaster declaration request
May 22, 2026

As Department of Public Safety completes transition to updated MOVANS, users who want notifications about offenders in local jails/detention centers must re-register
Update of Missouri Automated Victim Notification System (MOVANS) requires re-registration for some users
May 06, 2026

Missouri honors fallen law enforcement officers at statewide memorial service on grounds of Capitol
May 02, 2026

Department of Public Safety’s move of automated crime victim notification system in-house will reduce operational costs, allowing more funding for victim services
Update of Missouri Automated Victim Notification System (MOVANS) will require some users to update their registrations by May 4 to continue receiving notifications
April 28, 2026

Governor Kehoe Reports on Success of Missouri’s Operation Relentless Pursuit in First Year of Operations
ORP officers arrested suspects wanted in 26 murders or homicides among over 1,500 total arrests
April 10, 2026

This year’s Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week follows deadliest year for tornadoes in 14 years
The National Weather Service reports 16 Missourians died because of tornadoes in 2025; Missouri’s Statewide Tornado Drill is set for March 4
February 23, 2026

15 Missouri communities are first to gain 2026 Blue Shield designation, Department of Public Safety announces
Communities demonstrated their commitment to enhancing public safety and are now eligible for state law enforcement equipment and training grants, pending approval by General Assembly
February 20, 2026

Governor Kehoe Announces Opportunity for More Missouri Communities to Earn Blue Shield Designation
Over 200 communities received Blue Shield designations and grants of $50,000 in 2025 for their dedication to effective law enforcement and community safety
February 04, 2026

First responder agencies have until Feb. 28 to nominate heroic responders for Missouri Public Safety Awards
Honors are the Red, White and Blue Heart Award; Missouri Medal of Valor; Governor’s Medal; and Public Safety Civilian Partnership Award
January 05, 2026

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