Missouri
Clergy members, high school student oppose bill to require Ten Commandments in Missouri classrooms
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (First Alert 4) – Missouri schools could be required to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom if one lawmaker gets his way.
High school student Calvino Hammerman used to attend a Jewish private school. Now at Ladue Horton Watkins High School in St. Louis County, the sophomore appreciates all the diversity of his peers. But as a practicing Jew, Hammerman said he understands what it’s like to have someone else’s religion forced on you.
That’s why Hammerman opposes a bill that would require all public and charter schools in Missouri to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
“My Hindu friends do not believe in this, but who is the government to tell them that that is wrong,” Hammerman said in a Senate Education Committee hearing.
A bill sponsored by Cape Girardeau-area Republican Sen. Jamie Burger would require all Missouri public and charter schools to display the Ten Commandments in the lobby and in all classrooms on a poster no smaller than 11 by 14 inches. If this passes, it would go into effect Jan. 1, 2026. There is no plan to allocate money to schools to pay for the posters, but Burger said he is confident there will be donors willing to fund the posters for schools.
“I honestly believe that when prayer went out of schools, and religion was removed from schools, that guns came in and violence came in,” Burger said.
In a public hearing of the Senate Education Committee Tuesday morning, far more Missourians stepped up to oppose the bill than support. The committee ran out of time to hear testimony from all of those gathered to oppose the bill, but many of those who did speak were religious clergy members who said it would violate Americans’ religious freedoms.
“As you have already noted, there is a Ten Commandment monument just outside this building, and that has not made the members of this body follow all of those commandments,” said Brian Kaylor with the Christian nonprofit Word & Way.
Bills like this are popping up across the country, at least a dozen other states are considering or have passed similar requirements. Louisiana was the first state to pass this law, but it was blocked by a federal judge. The case could go all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Democratic Sen. Maggie Nurrenbern said the legislature shouldn’t act on this bill until the court makes a decision.
“Placing these in a public school classroom is a very frustrating use of our time and what I see as our tax dollars moving forward as we litigate these things,” Nurrenbern said.
While those opposed say this bill would violate religious freedoms, Republican lawmakers like Sen. Rick Brattin argue the complete opposite.
“We just need to be willing to plant that flag that God, and the God of the Ten Commandments, is who gave us this amazing nation and we need to be able to reflect and look at that,” Brattin said.
The bill needs approval from the Senate Education committee to move forward, the committee could vote as soon as next week.
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A Cole County judge heard arguments Monday in the first day of a two-day bench trial over a lawsuit that challenges the constitutionality of general revenue funds being used for scholarships to help pay for private K-12 education.
The lawsuit, which was filed on behalf of the Missouri chapter of the National Education Association (NEA), was filed in response to appropriations made in House Bill 12. The spending measure included $51 million allocated to the MO Scholars program.
“Missouri NEA firmly believes that this is an unconstitutional action on behalf of the state and the (Missouri) Treasurer’s Office,” Missouri NEA President Rebeka McIntosh said outside of the courthouse. “Public money belongs in public schools, and this money could be used to fund up to a thousand public school teachers for smaller classes and one-on-one instruction.”
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Among remedies being sought, the plaintiffs are asking the court to halt any additional funds from being transferred from general revenue to the MO Scholars program.
The bench trial resumes Tuesday, and it’s not clear when Judge Brian Stumpe will make a ruling on the matter. Most judgements in Missouri aren’t bound by a set timeline for when decisions have to be made.
The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Nov. 23, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Pick 3 numbers from Nov. 23 drawing
Midday: 0-8-9
Midday Wild: 6
Evening: 0-2-6
Evening Wild: 7
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from Nov. 23 drawing
Midday: 4-4-8-9
Midday Wild: 7
Evening: 5-5-7-4
Evening Wild: 6
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash4Life numbers from Nov. 23 drawing
05-07-49-54-60, Cash Ball: 04
Check Cash4Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from Nov. 23 drawing
Early Bird: 04
Morning: 04
Matinee: 03
Prime Time: 15
Night Owl: 01
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Show Me Cash numbers from Nov. 23 drawing
01-06-21-27-34
Check Show Me Cash 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.
Missouri sports betting officially launches Monday, Dec. 1, but bettors in the Show Me State can start pre-registering as early as Monday, Nov. 17.
You won’t be able to place a wager until launch day, yet Missouri sportsbooks are already rolling out exclusive sign-up deals.
All told, the pre-registration Missouri sportsbook bonuses below stack up to $5,900 in total bonus value.
Missouri sports betting pre-registration offers
How to pre-register for Missouri sports betting
- Pick your sportsbook.
- Fill out your login details.
- Verify your identity.
- Claim your bonus.
When will Missouri launch legalized sports betting?
Missouri will roll out online and retail sports betting on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, but bettors can get a head start. Several sportsbooks are already accepting pre-registrations, allowing users to set up their accounts before the state’s official launch.
We’ve listed all nine Missouri sportsbooks and their respective offers, promo codes and terms and conditions.
| bet365 Sportsbook Missouri promo code | NYPBET |
| bet365 Sportsbook Missouri pre-launch offer | Register & Claim: Bet $10 Get $365 in Bonus Bets before 12/1 |
| bet365 Sportsbook T&C’s | GAMBLING PROBLEM? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. 21+ only. Must be physically located in MO. T&Cs Apply. In App Only. |
| BetMGM Sportsbook Missouri Welcome Bonus | PostBET |
| BetMGM Sportsbook pre-launch offer | Get up to $1,500 Back in Bonus Bets if Your First Bet Doesn’t Win + 100 on pre-registration. |
| BetMGM Sportsbook Promos T&C’s | Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. MO Only. New Customer Offer (If applicable). Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. Please gamble responsibly. |
| Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code | NYPOST |
| Fanatics Sportsbook Missouri pre-launch offer | Deposit $50 and get 15 $200 no-sweat bets. |
| Fanatics Sportsbook T&C’s | Must be 21+ and physically present in MO. New customers who establish a Missouri Fanatics Sportsbook account (“Account”), opt in and make a deposit of at least $50 by 11:59 p.m. ET on November 30, 2025, are eligible for fifteen (15) No Sweat Bets (one per day for fifteen straight days). Place a cash wager of $1+ on any market with odds of -500 or longer, and if that wager settles as a loss, you are eligible to receive FanCash in the amount of the losing wager, up to $200 per day. See full Promo Terms and FanCash terms in the Fanatics Sportsbook app. |
| FanDuel promo code | None |
| FanDuel Sportsbook Missouri pre-launch offer | Bet $5, get $400 in bonus bets. |
| FanDuel Sportsbook Promos T&C’s | Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. 21+ and present in MO. |
| DraftKings Sportsbook Missouri promo code | None |
| DraftKings Sportsbook Missouri pre-launch offer | Sign Up Today & Receive $300 in Bonus Bets on Launch Day! |
| DraftKings T&C’s | Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. 21+. Physically present in Missouri. Eligibility restrictions apply. New customers who successfully sign-up will receive $300 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets on launch day. Bonus Bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after issuance. Stake removed from payout. Ends when DraftKings is permitted to accept sports wagers in MO. Ends 11/30/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Terms at http://sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Sponsored by DK. |
| Caesars Sportsbook Missouri promo code | POSTBETMO |
| Caesars Sportsbook Missouri pre-launch offer | Bet $5, get $150 if your first bet wins and 5x profit boosts. |
| Caesars Sportsbook T&C’s | Must be 21+ and physically present in MO. New users only. Must register using eligible promo code and deposit $5 or more by 11:59 PM ET on 11/30/25. Must opt in from My Promos within 30 days of registration. Tokens max. bet amount: $25 per token. Tokens bet max. add’l winnings: $2,500 per token. Tokens expire 30 days after receipt. Tokens not reissued for voided/pushed bets. Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets If You Win: Min. qualifying bet amount: $5. Min. Odds: -500. First wager after registration must qualify. Awarded as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire 30 days after receipt. Bonus Bet amount not returned for winning bets. See Caesars.com/promos or the Promotions tab on the app for full terms. Void where prohibited. Know When To Stop Before You Start®. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER |
| Underdog Fantasy Missouri Promo code | NYPOST |
| Underdog Fantasy Missouri pre-launch offer | Play $5, Get $100 in Bonus Entries! |
| Underdog Fantasy T&C’s | Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ, MA, and VA) and present in a state where Underdog operates. Terms apply. Offer not valid in MD, MI, NY, OH, and PA. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit http://www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369). |
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