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State of Judiciary on tap Wednesday
Mary Russell, chief justice of the Missouri Supreme Court, is scheduled to address state lawmakers Wednesday.
Stories by Ryan Pivoney
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Subscriber ExclusiveWrongfully convicted man thanks judge who freed him
Darryl Burton was dreaming of the day he could once again meet Richard Callahan.
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Subscriber ExclusiveEducation scholar to headline Lincoln University Founders’ Day celebrations
Lincoln University is hosting a national education scholar for its Founders' Day celebration.
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Subscriber ExclusiveRabbi shares message of unity during MLK remembrance service
It is better to wander an unknown wilderness than stay in the comfort of oppression, according to Rabbi Scott Shafrin of St. Louis.
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Legislative Black Caucus celebrates MLK
Missouri legislators celebrated Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy Tuesday evening at the Capitol.
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Deer hunters post record season
Missouri's 2023-24 deer season produced a record harvest.
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St. Ann man hospitalized after overturning a semi
A St. Ann man was taken to the hospital after overturning a semi early Sunday in Callaway County.
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Ice threatens Monday morning commute
Ice is the worst winter weather to battle, according to local road crews.
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Historic preservation group elects new leader
The Historic City of Jefferson is under new leadership.
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Subscriber ExclusiveLincoln University students continue protest tied to administrator’s suicide
Students are still in the dark about Lincoln University's handling of an administrator's suicide.
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Space heater misuse causes fires, state fire marshal warns
Space heaters are the leading cause of home fires in December, January and February, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
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Water provider urging precautions to prevent freezing pipes
As temperatures drop, it's not uncommon for Dave Duwe to get 12-15 service calls a day.
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MLK remembrance service postponed
The annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Remembrance Service at Second Baptist Church in Jefferson City was postponed Sunday.
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Gerald man crashes into Cole County residence
A Gerald man was arrested after crashing into a Cole County residence Saturday evening.
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Subscriber ExclusiveAnger, hurt, frustration boil over Lincoln University administrator’s suicide
Lincoln University President John Moseley is on paid leave.
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Subscriber ExclusiveFamilies of those waiting for mental health hospital beds call for action
Stacey Bailey said she's traumatized by her daughter's experience in Missouri's judicial system.
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Subscriber ExclusiveLincoln University president on paid leave
Lincoln University President John Moseley is on voluntary, paid administrative leave, the university’s Board of Curators announced Friday morning.
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Subscriber ExclusiveLU students, alumni call for president’s ouster
Lincoln University President John Moseley is facing calls for removal following the suicide death of a campus administrator.
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Subscriber ExclusiveVeteran suicide bill among earliest to receive public hearing
State Rep. Dave Griffith is hopeful the Missouri General Assembly will support veteran suicide prevention efforts this session.
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Missouri House Republican lawmakers voice opposition to death penalty
Missouri Republicans opposed to the death penalty are looking for fruitful discussion this legislative session.
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Missouri Capitol library may get new paint from restoration project
The Legislative Library at the Missouri Capitol may get a splash of color from its ongoing repair and renovation project.
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Local group honors WWII POW with quilt
Ralph Kalberloh applauded the group gathered at the end of his hospice bed.
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Brides find local wedding vendors through expo
Erica Barger wants to shop local for her wedding June 22.
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Subscriber ExclusiveMr. Lincoln University pushing fellow students to show talents
Ericson Kagame was shy when he arrived at Lincoln University in Jefferson City nearly four years ago.
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Subscriber ExclusiveKeep New Year’s fitness goals simple, wellness director says
Exercising can be as simple as picking an object up and setting it down.
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Subscriber ExclusiveCommission seeking alternative master plans for Capitol renovation
The Missouri State Capitol Commission is looking to hire a new contractor to create alternative master plans.
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Subscriber ExclusiveLawmakers told to put faith in action during governor’s prayer breakfast
Faith without action is dead, Hal Donaldson told state government leaders Thursday morning at the Governor's Prayer Breakfast.
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Luetkemeyer announces planned retirement
Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer on Thursday announced he plans to retire after the 2024 session.
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Subscriber ExclusivePrayer service encourages Missouri lawmakers to lean into faith
Missouri lawmakers need to lean on their religious faith, according to the Rev. John King, senior pastor at Concord Baptist Church.
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First day of session shows early signs of political posturing
Missouri lawmakers laid out several priorities upon returning to the Capitol Wednesday.
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Two people appointed to Missouri transportation commission
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission has two new members.
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Subscriber ExclusiveProgram to explore life of executed MSP inmate
Only one man was sentenced to death for a crime committed while serving time at Missouri State Penitentiary.
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Subscriber ExclusiveParson signs executive order on foreign ownership of farmland
Foreign adversaries can no longer purchase Missouri farmland within 10 miles of military installations.
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Subscriber ExclusiveGovernor’s Prayer Breakfast on tap Thursday
The University of Missouri's athletic director will headline the Missouri Governor's Prayer Breakfast alongside a faith-based nonprofit leader.
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Report: Sexual assault kit backlog reduced through testing initiative
The number of untested rape kits in Missouri has declined more than 93 percent since 2019.
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Car overturns on icy roadaway
A St. Thomas driver overturned his vehicle Saturday morning on U.S. Highway 50 in Cole County.
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Subscriber ExclusiveLawmakers to return Wednesday to Missouri Capitol
The 2024 legislative session begins Wednesday in Jefferson City.
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Missouri political parties to run presidential preference elections in March
Missouri voters will use different processes to declare their choice for presidential nominees in 2024.
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Subscriber ExclusiveCapitol bronze doors being removed
A crew has started removing the mammoth bronze doors from the Missouri Capitol.
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Subscriber ExclusiveCommission to reconsider Missouri Capitol master plan
The Missouri State Capitol Commission will reconsider a sweeping master renovation plan at its next meeting Jan. 4.
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Subscriber ExclusiveSnow flurries not enough to prompt road treatments
State, county and city road crews continued to monitor traffic conditions following Wednesday's light snow flurries in Mid-Missouri.
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Subscriber ExclusiveState finishing work on Industrial Drive facility
Work on a new $2.3-million state facility in Jefferson City is wrapping up.
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Subscriber ExclusiveMoDOT urging caution amid winter weather forecasts
A wet, wintery mix may affect travel throughout the day.
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State parks offering guided hikes to start new year
Missouri state parks are kicking off the new year with guided hikes.
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Former Moniteau County sheriff appointed to state Capitol Commission
The Missouri State Capitol Commission has two new members.
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Subscriber ExclusiveChristmas spending up from previous years
Alonzo Darrough was in high spirits Sunday as he left Capital Mall.
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Subscriber ExclusiveSeveral Mid-Missouri bridges fixed by Focus on Bridges program
The Route H bridge over Cole County's Bois Brule Creek narrowed to a single lane before it was repaired.
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Subscriber ExclusiveAshcroft: Trump will be on Missouri ballot
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft is confident voters will have the option to elect former President Donald Trump in next year's elections.
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Missouri unemployment rate climbs to 3.2 percent
Missouri's unemployment rate crept up to 3.2 percent in November -- the highest rate recorded in 2023.
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Subscriber ExclusiveFamily of man who died at JCCC preparing legal case
The family of an inmate who died at Jefferson City Correctional Center is preparing to file a lawsuit.
