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Missouri legislation seeks legal protection for drivers during roadway protests
Missouri House Speaker Pro Tem Chad Perkins, R-Bowling Green, wants to give drivers legal protection if they hit protesters blocking the road. He told Missourinet that under his bill says that if someone is protesting in a street or public roadway and gets hit, they...
Sen. Schmitt: We’re going to be successful in acquiring Greenland (LISTEN)
U.S. Senator for Missouri Eric Schmitt visited the state capitol this week. Ashley Byrd teamed up with KCRG-TV’s Kermit Miller to ask the senator, who serves on the Armed Services Committee, about President Trump's desire to acquire Greenland.
Missouri State University archeologist describes lost Amazonian city (LISTEN)
Two archeologists from Missouri State University have discovered a lost city deep in the Amazon in South America. Archaeologist Doctor Daniel Pierce discusses the discovery with Marshall Griffin.
State auditor warns Missouri Legislature to put brakes on spending of reserves (LISTEN)
If Missouri continues to spend at the levels it has over the past five years, the state can kiss its savings account goodbye. Alisa Nelson talks to State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, who warns Missouri lawmakers that the years of having billions of dollars...
Missouri Legislator Introduces ‘Red Flag’-Style Bill for Mental Health Emergencies (LISTEN)
State Representative Steve Butz wants to give families and law enforcement a way to temporarily remove firearms from someone in the middle of a mental health crisis. Could this measure prevent tragedies like the 2022 shooting at Central Visual and Performing Arts High...
How wastewater testing helps protect public health in Missouri (LISTEN)
It may not be glamorous, but it’s essential. Missouri scientists are keeping tabs on public health by monitoring wastewater, which is a byproduct of our daily activities. Jeff Wenzel, Chief of the Bureau of Environmental Epidemiology at the Missouri Department of...
Missourinet Sports Report
Mizzou loses late, SLU keeps rolling.
Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison on data centers: “This is a national security issue”
Several potential data centers want to make Missouri their future home, but they have mixed reviews by residents. Many Missourians say they are concerned about rising electric bills, water usage, plus noise and air pollution. Others don’t like change or don’t want to...
New book, “Lingering Inland,” explores a landscape of Midwestern writing (LISTEN)
Midwestern writers – and the places they write about—have their own distinct stories. Andy Oler, an editor of the literary magazine New Territory, blends the two stories in a new book. He shares with Ashley Byrd his approach in the book Lingering Inland.
Missouri Lawmaker’s ICE ID Bill Faces Uncertain GOP Support
Immigration enforcement is back in the spotlight following the shooting death of Renee Good in Minnesota, a former Kansas City-area resident. Here in Missouri, State Rep. Ray Reed, D-St. Louis, has introduced a bill that would require ICE agents to clearly identify...
After statewide tour about elder abuse prevention, Missouri takes next steps to help seniors (LISTEN)
Seven elder abuse prevention forums were held over the fall to hear from Missourians across the state who have concerns about their loved ones. Those forums have inspired legislation to be filed for the Missouri Legislature’s next session. Alisa Nelson talks to...
Blue Springs, Missouri, police to begin using drones as first responders (LISTEN)
The police department for Blue Springs, near Kansas City, will soon be using drones as first responders to crime scenes. Police Chief Bob Muenz tells Marshall Griffin how it will work.
Legislative push to get Missouri moving on critical minerals gold mine
A Missouri House bill aims to take the state’s critical mineral industry to the bank. State Rep. Mike Steinmeyer, R-Sugar Creek, is proposing to create a statewide task force to focus on Missouri’s profitable earth that is imperative in electronics, cars, computer...
Extreme cold and snow expected to slam Missouri this weekend
If you think it was cold this past weekend, brace yourself because it could be even colder this coming weekend. Raychel Nelson is a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in southwest Missouri’s Springfield. “Right now it's looking like we will have low...
Missouri Governor Pushes Plan to Restructure Oversight of High School Sports
Missouri’s State High School Activities Association may be heading toward significant changes. Governor Mike Kehoe said sports and other activities play a critical role in developing leadership and teamwork among students. “That's why the organizations overseeing...
Missouri Lawmaker Says Prisons Shouldn’t Be Default Mental Health Providers
Missouri lawmakers are looking at a mental health bill called the Care Before Predictable Harm Act. It’s sponsored by State Rep. Tricia Byrnes, R-Wentzville. The measure would let families and professionals seek treatment sooner—before someone becomes an imminent...
Missourinet Sports Report
Mizzou loses late, SLU keeps rolling.
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