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October 2024 monthly jobs report
Missouri nonfarm payroll employment increased by 5,400 jobs in October 2024, and the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased by one-tenth of a percentage point, according to a Nov. 14 report … more
Interstate 44 Closed in Pulaski County due to Flooding
PULASKI COUNTY – Both directions of Interstate 44 in Pulaski County between St. Robert and Rolla are closed due to river flooding Wednesday morning. The closure is expected to last several … more
Missouri’s U.S. Senate candidates Lucas Kunce (left) and incumbent Sen. Josh Hawley speak over each other in disagreement Friday afternoon during a debate at the Fox Theatre in Springfield hosted by the Missouri Press Association. Kunce, a Democrat, and Hawley, a Republican interrupted one another several times to counter a point being made by the other or, in Hawley’s case, to ask for rebuttal time as allowed. Also pictured is Jared Young, an independent candidate for the Better Party seeking the U.S. Senate seat held by Hawley, who was also a participant in the debate along with Green Party nominee Nathan Kline.
Hawley, Kunce clash over aid to Ukraine, abortion rights ballot measure during Senate debate
SPRINGFIELD — The United States should abandon its support for Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia, U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley said Friday during his first debate with challenger Lucas Kunce and … more
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GUBERNATORIAL candidates State Rep. Crystal Quade and Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe visit as they leave the Fox Theatre stage in Springfield following the debate hosted by the Missouri Press Association.
Abortion rights, minimum wage hike divide Quade, Kehoe in Missouri gubernatorial debate
SPRINGFIELD — Twenty years of Republican control of the legislature has failed Missouri, giving it the most extreme abortion restrictions in the country and a child care system in crisis, … more
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MoDOT urges drivers to be safe on Memorial Day weekend
Work zones, permanent lane closures to remain in place The upcoming Memorial Day holiday signals the start of summer travel, and the Missouri Department of Transportation is urging drivers to be … more
Democrat Crystal Quade, Missouri House of Representatives Minority Leader and candidate for Governor, speaks during the Truman Day dinner in Freeburg on April 11.
Statewide office candidates speak at Truman Day dinner
FREEBURG — Democratic candidates for governor, attorney general and lieutenant governor spoke in front of a local crowd at the recent Truman Day dinner in Freeburg on April 11 hosted by the … more
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Distracted driving affects everyone, ‘Work with Us’ in work zones
JEFFERSON CITY — In 2023, 35 fatalities occurred in work zone crashes, the highest number of work zone fatalities in Missouri history. Distracted driving contributed to 588 work zone crashes … more
Missouri Democratic Party Vice Chair Yvonne Reeves-Chong addresses diners at the recent Truman Day dinner hosted by the Democratic committees of Maries and Osage counties last week in Freeburg.
State Democratic Party leaders address Truman Day diners
FREEBURG — More than 60 people gathered in the basement of American Legion Post 317 in Freeburg last Thursday in observation of Truman Day, a tradition of both Missouri and the United States … more
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Missouri House approves bill to phase out corporate income tax
JEFFERSON CITY — In an effort to further create a business-friendly economy, the Missouri House of Representatives has approved HB 2274, what House Communications called “a significant … more
Republicans push constitutional amendment outlawing abortion
JEFFERSON CITY — A Republican legislator Thursday promoted his resolution that would make outlawing abortion in Missouri an enshrined part of the state’s constitution. In a press … more
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New parents’ bill of rights raises concerns of teacher intimidation
JEFFERSON CITY — Concerns over teacher intimidation and the critical thinking skills of students were discussed during a Wednesday House hearing on legislation creating a parents’ bill of … more
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Child care tax credit debated on Senate floor
JEFFERSON CITY — A bill that would enact a trio of tax credits for child care was debated in the state Senate before being temporarily set aside Tuesday. A similar bill — which is a … more
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Ballot initiative may be best bet on sports wagering
JEFFERSON CITY — After many years of failed attempts, sports betting legalization looks promising in Missouri, but not by coming through the legislature. The Winning for Missouri Education … more
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Resolution supportive of Texas governor sparks heated questioning
JEFFERSON CITY — A resolution expressing support for Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and his handling of the crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border prompted pushback Tuesday from a Democrat. … more
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Bill would reimburse parents for private education
JEFFERSON CITY — A proposal by a Missouri lawmaker would establish a new tax credit program that, if approved, would put money back in the pockets of families who homeschool their children or … more
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Gov. Parson requests $2 million to send National Guard to Texas
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri House members questioned National Guard leadership and Parson administration officials Monday over a $2 million request for funding for guard members being deployed to … more
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Designated diversity programs are rare in state government
JEFFERSON CITY — A bill prohibiting state agencies from having “diversity, equity, and inclusion” or similar programs passed out of a House committee this week. The bill,  … more
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House committee chair targets state transportation commission
JEFFERSON CITY — A bill that would change the makeup of the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission was debated Thursday in a continuation of committee chair Don Mayhew’s efforts … more
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Bill would remove MU’s exclusivity in offering doctoral degrees
JEFFERSON CITY — A proposal to repeal the University of Missouri’s exclusive privilege as the only public higher education institution in the state to confer doctoral degrees, including … more
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Lawmaker makes final bid for cursive writing requirement in Missouri schools
JEFFERSON CITY — For six straight years, Rep. Gretchen Bangert, D-Florissant, has filed a bill that would require cursive handwriting to be taught in Missouri public schools. The bill has … more
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