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2011 Bridal GuideMissouri not alone in diverting mortgage settlement money
The ink wasn’t even dry on a settlement with the nation’s top mortgage lenders when Gov. Jay Nixon laid claim to a chunk of the money to avert a huge budget cut for public colleges and universities.
National meth lab busts up in 2011
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Methamphetamine lab seizures rose nationally again in 2011, further evidence the powerfully addictive and dangerous drug is maintaining a tight grip on the nation’s heartland, according to an Associated Press survey of the nation’s top meth-producing states.
UM leader urges vote on domestic partner benefits
The new president of the University of Missouri system wants curators to soon decide whether to offer domestic partner benefits to campus workers.
Mo. attorney general seeks $3M to remodel offices
The Missouri attorney general’s office is proposing to use money from consumer fraud cases to renovate its office space.
Koster to appeal MOSIRA ruling
Attorney General Chris Koster said this morning he will appeal Cole County Circuit Judge Dan Green's Monday ruling that the Missouri Science and Innovation Reinvestment Act, known as "MOSIRA," is unconstitutional.
Springfield council certifies E-Verify requirement
The Springfield City Council reluctantly certified a voter-approved ordinance requiring employers to use a federal program to check their employees’ immigration status.
Theft suspect falls 50 feet at rock quarry
A man suspected of trying to steal scrap metal is hospitalized after falling more than 50 feet from a cliff at a rock quarry in St. Louis County while trying to elude police.
Woman falls asleep, crashes into restaurant
A woman is expected to face charges after falling asleep at the wheel while waiting for her food at a McDonald’s in St. Louis County, then crashing into a neighboring restaurant.
Mo. county steps up investigation of overdoses
Another rash of drug overdose deaths is leading to greater scrutiny in eastern Missouri’s Franklin County.
Missouri state parks see rise in attendance
Attendance at Missouri state parks has risen for the third straight year after a 10-year decline.
Feds could help fund storm shelters at Mo. fair
Campers at the Missouri State Fairgrounds could get new shower facilities thanks to a federal grant for storm shelters.
MOSIRA foes hail ruling against law
The group that challenged the MOSIRA law is happy with Cole County Circuit Judge Dan Green’s ruling on Monday that the law is unconstitutional.
Increase in Capitol security proposed
An eastern Missouri resident upset about rising gasoline prices sent an e-mail to state Senate President Rob Mayer early Tuesday morning with a message that included: “S--t may hit the fan. Hey! How is GIFFORDS?”
Senators debate birth control measure
Several Democratic senators raised concerns Tuesday about a Missouri proposal that would let employers refuse to provide health insurance coverage for birth control, abortions and sterilization procedures.
State board OKs No Child waiver
The Missouri Board of Education voted Tuesday to allow the state to request a waiver from the federal No Child Left Behind education law’s requirement all students be able to do math and reading at grade level by 2014.
Panel backs increase in veterans funding
After several years of tightening state funds, Missouri’s state-run veterans’ homes could see more money under a plan endorsed Tuesday by the House Veterans Committee.
Missouri quake shakes nine states
Just days after the 200th anniversary of a series of massive earthquakes in southeast Missouri, residents woke up Tuesday to a rumbling reminder that they live in one of the continent’s most active seismic areas.
Missouri Board of Education OKs No Child waiver
The Missouri Board of Education has approved the state’s request for a waiver from some provisions of the federal No Child Left Behind law.
4.0 earthquake in Missouri shakes 9 states
Residents in Illinois and three other states have reported feeling a magnitude 4.0 earthquake that was centered in southeast Missouri.
Green declares MOSIRA law unconstitutional
MOSIRA is unconstitutional, at least as lawmakers passed it during last fall’s special session, Cole County Circuit Judge Dan Green ruled Monday evening.
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