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Amber Alert canceled after twin infants found safe in Missouri

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1 year ago

September 8, 2024

Amber Alert canceled after twin infants found safe in Missouri

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – The search is over after twin infant girls were found safe as the man who took them from their mother while threatening her with a firearm was taken into custody.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says that around 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8, law enforcement officials were made aware that Malik K. Hardy, 21, was last seen with Iris and Halo Gannaway, 9-month-old twin girls.

State Troopers said Hardy threatened the mother of the girls with a firearm before he took the children from their home.

Investigators indicated that the twins were taken from their home near Spring Valley Rd. and Bel-Ray Blvd., Near South Haven Baptist Church, in Belton on Sunday.

Law enforcement officials said they are searching for a silver 2016 Ford Fusion out of Belton with Missouri license plate TK7Z6U driven by Hardy which was last seen headed north on I-49 from Missouri Highway 58.

Detectives noted that Iris had a birthmark on her right leg and was last seen in a blue shirt with no pants. Halo was last seen in an unknown color shirt with no pants.

Hardy has been described as a 21-year-old black male who weighs 150 lbs and stands at about 5-foot-9. He has black hair and brown eyes. No pictures or further identifying information about the twins have been made available.

The girls were found safe by law enforcement officials around 6:20 p.m.

State Troopers have reminded residents that Amber Alerts are only issued in the most serious child abduction cases.

Malik Hardy was last seen taking twin infant girls from their Belton home in his silver Ford Focus on Sept. 8, 2024.(Missouri State Highway Patrol)

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Damon Wilson II, Missouri DE in legal dispute with Georgia, to re-enter transfer portal: Source

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58 minutes ago

January 6, 2026

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Damon Wilson II, Missouri DE in legal dispute with Georgia, to re-enter transfer portal: Source

Damon Wilson II is reportedly set to transfer again after a nine-sack season at Missouri. Ed Zurga / Getty Images

Damon Wilson II, the player at the center of a lawsuit showdown with Georgia over his transfer to Missouri last year, is planning to re-enter the portal, a source briefed on the decision said.

Wilson figures to be a premium target for teams that need an edge rusher: He led Missouri with nine sacks this season, which was tied for third in the SEC. The news of his plans was reported by On3 on Tuesday afternoon. But his decision to enter is more intriguing given his ongoing legal dispute with Georgia over his exit from that program last year.

Wilson spent his first two seasons in Athens. He transferred to Missouri last January. In October, Georgia sued him, seeking $390,000 in damages from Wilson for leaving the team after the program said he signed an agreement to return for the 2025 season. Georgia filed to compel Wilson to arbitration.

Wilson answered on Dec. 23 by filing a lawsuit against Georgia in Boone County, Mo. Wilson’s attorneys alleged a civil conspiracy by Georgia’s athletic department and collective to “penalize Wilson for his decision to transfer.” The lawsuit also alleged the agreement Wilson signed with Georgia in December 2024 was not a contract.

This was believed to be the first time a player and a school took each other to court over a transfer decision and figures to be closely watched. Wilson leaving Missouri would not end the court proceedings.

Wilson’s legal representatives did not offer immediate comment on Tuesday afternoon.

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Missouri Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 winning numbers for Jan. 5, 2026

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13 hours ago

January 6, 2026

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The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Jan. 5, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from Jan. 5 drawing

04-18-24-51-56, Powerball: 14, Power Play: 2

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Winning Pick 3 numbers from Jan. 5 drawing

Midday: 2-4-6

Midday Wild: 4

Evening: 2-4-5

Evening Wild: 1

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Winning Pick 4 numbers from Jan. 5 drawing

Midday: 6-0-7-3

Midday Wild: 1

Evening: 8-9-9-5

Evening Wild: 4

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Winning Cash4Life numbers from Jan. 5 drawing

01-15-50-55-57, Cash Ball: 02

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Winning Cash Pop numbers from Jan. 5 drawing

Early Bird: 06

Morning: 02

Matinee: 11

Prime Time: 15

Night Owl: 03

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Winning Show Me Cash numbers from Jan. 5 drawing

01-02-22-27-33

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Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from Jan. 5 drawing

15-22-39-41-62, Powerball: 09

Check Powerball Double Play payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.

To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:

Ticket Redemption

Missouri Lottery

P.O. Box 7777

Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777

For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.

For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.

When are the Missouri Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Cash4Life: 8 p.m. daily.
Cash Pop: 8 a.m. (Early Bird), 11 a.m. (Late Morning), 3 p.m. (Matinee), 7 p.m. (Prime Time) and 11 p.m. (Night Owl) daily.
Show Me Cash: 8:59 p.m. daily.
Lotto: 8:59 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.
Powerball Double Play: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Missouri editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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Missouri man’s alleged cryptocurrency scheme may have Ankeny victims

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1 day ago

January 5, 2026

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Missouri man’s alleged cryptocurrency scheme may have Ankeny victims

The Ankeny Police Department is asking anyone from Ankeny and across the Des Moines metro to come forward if they think they may be a victim of a Missouri man who is accused of running a cryptocurrency investment scam.

Charles Spencer Burri of Columbia, Missouri, was arrested and charged with financial exploitation of an elder and stealing $750 or more. The Columbia Police Department alleged Burri — owner and operator of Burri Asset Management LLC — has solicited thousands of dollars for cryptocurrency investments but stopped responding to victims after he received their money.

Columbia police reported to Ankeny they had uncovered evidence Burri possibly met with people in Ankeny and the Des Moines metro in July 2025, according to a news release Friday, Jan. 2.

Ankeny police believe there may be additional victims in the area who have not been identified, according to the release. Sgt. Trevor McGraw in Ankeny said Monday that no victims had come forward over the weekend.

Anyone who Burri or Burri Asset Management LLC may have contacted, or who has experienced financial loss through a cryptocurrency investment fraud scheme, is encouraged to contact the Ankeny Police Department through its non-emergency line at 515-286-3333, extension 5, and file a report.

Phillip Sitter covers the suburbs for the Des Moines Register. Phillip can be reached via email at PSitter@usatodayco.com. Find out more about him online in the Register’s staff directory.

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