NEWS UPDATE
Bill to support Operation Lone Star passes Missouri Legislature
The first bill to pass both chambers in this year’s Missouri Legislative Session is a bill that would fund over $2.2 million this budget year to help with illegal crossings at the southern border. Gov. Mike Parson has ordered about 200 National Guard members and up to...
In narrow vote, Missouri Legislature passes controversial education package
The Republican-controlled Missouri Legislature has passed its second bill of the session – a controversial education package. Gathering the votes likely took some whipping. The plan passed Thursday by a vote of 82-69, with 82 being the minimum number of House votes...
Mizzou unveils $250 million north stadium project designs
The $250 million Memorial Stadium Improvements Project, approved by the Board of Curators, aims to enhance the fan experience by enclosing the north end and introducing various premium seating options, totaling up to 160,500 square feet of new construction. Scheduled...
MDC updates regulations for fall turkey hunting (LISTEN)
Missouri's fall turkey hunting season will see changes. Missouri Department of Conservation's Nick Oakley joins Bill Pollock to discuss fall's adjustments. For more information, click here for the Missouri Department of Conservation website.
Missouri House advances crime package
A wide-ranging crime package is another step closer to the finish line. The Missouri House has given initial approval to a bill that would: •Create mental health treatment courts •Toughen penalties for suspects who run from police •Increase the minimum age a minor...
Senate considers bill to raise penalties for fleeing, resisting, or interfering with arrest
The state Senate is considering a House-passed bill to strengthen penalties against suspects in police chases. “Valentine’s Law” would make it a Class D felony to recklessly flee from or detain law enforcement using a vehicle. The sponsor, Rep. Justin Sparks,...
Public hearings scheduled for first Improve I-70 construction projects
Public hearings are now set for the first construction projects that are part of the effort to expand Interstate 70 to six lanes across Missouri. This particular phase will expand I-70 to six lanes between Columbia and Kingdom City, along with improvements to the...
NBA bans Porter for betting
Jontay Porter, a former Missouri Tiger, and Father Tolton High School star, has been banned from the NBA. Following a league investigation, it was found that Porter disclosed confidential information to sports bettors, limited his playing time, and bet on NBA games....
“We are going to need to spend time supporting kids’ mental health” (LISTEN)
Missouri is considering ways to help with the mental health needs of children. Alisa Nelson talks to Department of Mental Health Director Valerie Huhn, who spoke to the Missouri Board of Education about the state of mental health among children.
Missouri Senate considers education bill about prejudice and ‘dehumanization’
Missouri could enact legislation that would educate students in grades 6 through 12 about the “dehumanization that minority groups have experienced.” The bill is based around the story of Celia, a slave who was given the death penalty in the mid-1800s after defending...
Washington University settles with feds over discrimination claim
The U.S. Justice Department has reached a settlement with Washington University in St. Louis about claims of immigration-related discrimination. The settlement involves allegations that Wash U’s School of Medicine discriminated against a worker based on his...
$84K mistake causes state audit downgrade of Iron County
An $84,000 mistake and a few other issues have resulted in a lower grade for southeastern Missouri’s Iron County, according to a state audit released Tuesday. State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, R-Missouri, downgraded Iron County from “good” to “fair” from a previous...
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