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Columbia Public Schools will have to dip into reserves to cover the rising costs, amid hesitation around state funding.

The Missouri Department of Social Services applied last year for federal permission to implement its Healthy SNAP initiative. As the department works with grocers to iron out details, it’s unclear whether the changes will go into effect Oct. 1 as planned.

Republicans say the new armed guards would improve responses to threats, while Democrats warn more guns won’t make schools safer.

A Missouri bill that would mandate the counting and tracking of an allergy to mammalian products is headed to the Governor’s Desk.

Republicans and Democrats generally got along during the 2026 session but did clash over income taxes and abortion.

Bills are still alive that could impact immigrants seeking federal and state benefits and wiring money back home.

State Sen. Mary Elizabeth Colemen, who voted against the bill, said she believes the amended version is unconstitutional and will only distract from other 'pro-life' work

Who bears the risk for building new nuclear plants in the 21st century — and when?

The coalition made state history with the most number of signatures gathered by volunteers for a petition.

New state law preempts a federal ban set to take effect in November.