Politics

Two coalitions are hoping to put abortion on the 2024 ballot in Missouri, where virtually all abortions are illegal. The issue has proven to be a big winner in numerous states, but both groups face the same question: Is there enough time and money to get their proposed amendments off the ground?

U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley introduced his Just Compensation Act of 2023 on Wednesday. If Hawley's bill were to pass, Missouri residents would still receive 150% of land market value from state governments or companies.

An annual report on capital punishment says more Americans now believe the death penalty is administered unfairly.

The St. Louis County Democrat is facing an unexpected primary challenge from St. Louis County Prosecutor Wesley Bell and drawing criticism from some in St. Louis’ Jewish community.

After 5 hours in a closed-door meeting, members say they accept Dean Plocher’s explanation of reimbursement, personnel issues and await House Ethics Committee report

Republican Speaker Dean Plocher unveiled Rod Jetton as his top aide Thursday, and Jetton's hiring was swiftly criticized.

Gooch was a judge on the Southern District Court of Appeals before being selected to the Supreme Court.

As Columbia residents mourn, process and protest the ongoing violence in Gaza, for mid-Missourians of all political persuasions, it’s about coming together to find caring community and peace at the heart of it all.

Braver Angels is an organization that includes both Republicans and Democrats. The group focuses on understanding instead of hostility.

The Missouri Women and Family Research Fund is suing over how six initiatives that would chip away at the state’s abortion ban are described.