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Missouri lawmakers are considering whether to double the Missouri Land Survey Fund for the first time in 57 years.
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Additionally, the Thompson Center will host its grand opening and MU will expand its Springfield clinical campus. -
Torch Electronics said it would turn off its games Friday as part of an agreement to avoid criminal prosecution. In at least one location, the games remained available despite the promise -
Montana was on track to start reimbursing doulas, who support new and expectant parents, through Medicaid this year. But state officials halted that plan amid a budget shortfall. Other such services deemed optional under Medicaid are at risk nationwide as states brace for federal cuts. -
As local leaders are considering an expansion to the Boone County Jail, the Columbia No New Jail Coalition is pushing back. -
The suit alleges that the city had unlawful private meetings with developers and attempted to evade requirements of The Missouri Sunshine Law. -
Legislation signed by the governor allows prosecutors to request a hearing to certify a young person as an adult and increases the minimum prison time adults must serve before becoming eligible for parole
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Pope Leo XIV says he will not be deterred by criticism from President Trump, vowing to continue his calls for peace as tensions escalate between the Vatican and Washington over the Iran conflict. -
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ASUM will lose $30,000 in funding by 2027, threatening opportunities for lobbying and internships across all UM System campuses. -
Boone County spends $2.5 million a year on housing inmates in other counties because its own jail is overcrowded. -
A bill condemning antisemitic and other hate speech was sent to governor's desk, while others are headed to the Senate. -
The bill hits on a topic which has led to more than 200,000 lawsuits against fertilizer companies.
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Several Missouri counties voted for additional taxes in April's election to raise money for aging public safety infrastructure.
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