As the 2019 legislative session kicks off, we reflect on what is now history and look ahead to begin making a future for those whose lives are in danger from abortion and ...
Read More »Missouri Capitol shrouded for $50 million renovation
The $50 million project to renovate the Missouri Capitol building in Jefferson City is on schedule to be completed in roughly two years. The task includes a full restoration of the structure’s ...
Read More »Some Missouri hospitals now grudgingly posting costs online
Hospitals across Missouri are ringing in the new year with more accountability to their patients. New guidelines for disclosure of patient costs that started January 1st. It’s the hospital price transparency rule and ...
Read More »Missouri’s wage hike takes effect, small business holds breath
Beginning today, people entering the workforce and receiving minimum pay will now make $8.60 per hour, up from $7.85 in 2018. With the passage of Proposition B in November’s election, the wage ...
Read More »Left on red light OK under new Missouri bill
Sometimes drivers are not sure if turning right on red is permissible. Now, a bill in the state legislature would allow motor vehicles to turn left on a red light when turning ...
Read More »Christmas Eve busy time for churches across America
At the nondenominational, multi-campus Faith Church in Missouri, Christmas Eve will be the culmination of a long weekend of creative celebration focused on family, Christ and saving souls. “Each service is another opportunity to ...
Read More »Missouri has most seismic activities east of Rocky Mountains
Southeast Missouri’s Bootheel region is home to the most active seismic area in the country east of the Rocky Mountains according to the state Department of Natural Resources. Emergency management agency officials ...
Read More »McCaskill gives final interview as Senator to Rachel Maddow
During the campaign for the U.S. Senate, Claire McCaskill modeled herself as a middle-of-the-road Democrat who represented a bi-partisan spirit ready to work with Donald Trump. In fact, she heaped praise on ...
Read More »Ozark, MO faces legal action over cross, reverses decision to dim the lights
The City of Ozark in southwest Missouri is embroiled in controversy after receiving a letter from the legal department of Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF). The letter concerns a illuminated cross on ...
Read More »Far left sets sights on investigating Josh Hawley
Missouri leftist organzations are again calling for an immediate investigation of newly elected Missouri Senator Josh Hawley. In a move that upholds the non-partisan nature of his responsibilities, Republican Missouri Secretary of ...
Read More »Missouri woman helped decorate White House
A Northwest Missouri woman was one 200 volunteers from across the nation selected to decorate the White House this year. Cindy Roy of Trenton was selected out of more than 6,000 that ...
Read More »Missouri medical marijuana law goes into effect
Missouri will now join over 30 other states that have legalized medical marijuana. Physicians will be able to prescribe medical marijuana for approved diseases and conditions. Authorized patients will be able to ...
Read More »Missouri seat belt usage at record high
More drivers and passengers across the Show-me State are buckling up. New data shows that seat belt usage in Missouri has climbed to its highest rate ever. The latest Missouri Seat Belt ...
Read More »Nativity joins Christmas tree at MO Governor’s mansion
The theme of this year’s Christmas exhibit at the Missouri Governor’s Mansion is “Down Home Missouri Christmas.” As part of the decorations, a 40-foot Norway spruce arrived at the Missouri Governor’s mansion ...
Read More »Gov. Parson tightens lobbying rules
Missouri Governor Mike Parson signed an executive order Tuesday to strengthen a previous order issued by former Governor Eric Greitens that covers lobbying by former staff. The changes apply to an executive ...
Read More »Missouri fears Medicaid expansion will bankrupt state
As neighboring states struggle with bankruptcy, some say brought on in part by Medicaid expansion, Missouri Republican lawmakers would rather fix the system than add another entitlement funded by taxpayers. Half of ...
Read More »Garden City lays off entire police force
The small town of Garden City, Missouri, is without a single police officer after it laid off its entire public safety force. Located about 30 miles south of Kansas City, notified Chief ...
Read More »Missouri minimum wage hike meets mixed reviews
Minimum wage increases were passed by Missouri voters on November 6 by a nearly 25% margin. What does it mean for workers and employers? The provisions of Proposition B will make the current ...
Read More »Eric Schmitt named as new Missouri Attorney General
Missouri has a new Attorney General after Gov. Mike Parson named Missouri State Treasurer Eric Schmitt to replace US Senator elect Josh Hawley. Parson made the announcement Tuesday morning in a press conference. “We’ve ...
Read More »Missouri’s medical marijuana: what it means
With the passage of Amendment 2, and the confusion around all three ballot measures, what exactly will happen with the legalization of medical marijuana in Missouri? That’s the question that those that ...
Read More »Missouri Republican legislators keep supermajorities
Perhaps the biggest story of Tuesday’s election in Missouri politics, apart from Republican Josh Hawley’s defeat of incumbent Claire McCaskill, was the strong showing by Missouri House Republicans. Democrats expected a blue ...
Read More »Candidate Saundra McDowell thanks God after losing
Saundra McDowell has posted a heart-felt thanks to God and her supporters after she lost her bid to become Missouri State Auditor. Mero Voice is sharing her letter, which she posted to ...
Read More »George Soros racks up two victories in Missouri
The influence of George Soros was just too strong for Air Force Veteran Saundra McDowell, a political newcomer and first time candidate. The Republican mom and Christian mounted a very strong grassroots ...
Read More »Missouri Recap: Hawley wins US Senate seat
In one of the most closely watched and expensive U.S. Senate races in the nation, first-term Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley, defeated two-term incumbent Democrat U.S. Senator, Claire McCaskill. McCaskill spent $34 ...
Read More »Two Missouri stores among 51 that Lowe’s will close
As the home improvement chain Lowe’s navigates the future of retail, it has announced that it will close 51 of its stores including two in Missouri. The corporation says the stores are ...
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