Outlaws

Jesse James is either a hero or outlaw depending on how you view his history, but he also might have been one of Missouri's most accomplished writers.

There's an original and rare 1882 newspaper that talks about the death of Jesse James in Missouri that had just happened.

Sometimes the most interesting thing is right underneath your feet. That could be said of the Illinois place most susceptible to landslides that is known for its many outlaw caves.

There are few historical figures with a more complicated life than Jesse James. History considers him an outlaw while many in Missouri still consider him a hero to this day. You can take a virtual walk through his real Kearney, Missouri farm to learn more about this controversial man.