An effort to reinstate the state’s abortion ban could be up for Missouri Senate debate soon after passing out of committee. Sponsored by Sen. Adam Schnelting, R-St. Charles County, it would ban abortion but would allow exceptions up to 12 weeks of pregnancy for...
The Missouri Senate confirmed another slate of appointees on Thursday to serve on state boards, commissions, and in statewide leadership. The latest round of four appointed by Gov. Mike Kehoe includes Jessica Bax. She was tapped to be confirmed last week but was taken...
What does a safer Missouri mean for the city of St. Louis? That’s what some Democratic lawmakers are considering after Senate Republicans passed a sweeping crime bill on Thursday. The plan includes returning control of the St. Louis Police Department to the state....
A Missouri Senate showdown has ended over a bill that would recreate a state-run board of police commissioners to oversee the St. Louis Police Department, similar to what Kansas City currently has. After about 8 hours of Democrats delaying a vote, the Senate has...
A Missouri Senate bill would create specialized courts focused on providing an alternative for certain criminal defendants who are suffering from a mental health disorder. The Missouri Senate gave initial approval Monday to the legislation sponsored by Sen. Rusty...
