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Secretary of State Aschroft defends school comments Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft said comments he made about fathers being willing to die to send their children back to school amid the coronavirus pandemic are being misinterpreted and overshadow his main message that children need to return to in-person classes this fall. by Associated Press Published Aug. 6 2020 @ 12:05am

As virus cases rise, governor insists Missouri still OK Coronavirus cases continue to rise in Missouri, but Gov. Mike Parson and the state health department director on Wednesday insisted the state still is managing the virus well. by Associated Press Published Aug. 6 2020 @ 12:05am

MDC modifies waterfowl hunt process The Missouri Department of Conservation has modified the 2020-21 waterfowl managed hunt process in an effort to assure the safety of hunters and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. by News Tribune Published Aug. 6 2020 @ 12:00am

As schools prepare to reopen, state releases more guidance As the back-to-school season approaches in an uncertain fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Missouri's state education and health departments have released more guidance for schools on how to prevent or react to infections at school. by Phillip Sitter Published Aug. 5 2020 @ 11:53pm

Highway Patrol asks public to participate in survey The Missouri Highway Patrol is asking the public to participate in a survey regarding safety and security, officers' attitudes and competency, overall agency performance, and concerns regarding crime and social issues. Published Aug. 5 2020 @ 10:35pm

Missouri approves Medicaid expansion Voters on Tuesday made Missouri the 38th state to approve expanding Medicaid health care coverage to thousands more low-income adults. by SUMMER BALLENTINE, Associated Press Published Aug. 4 2020 @ 11:15pm

Kehoe wins Republican nomination for Lt. Governor Missouri Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe on Tuesday won the Republican primary, securing his spot as the GOP nominee in his bid to keep his seat. by Associated Press Published Aug. 4 2020 @ 11:00pm

Missourians advance incumbent Republicans in governor, lieutenant governor races A political showdown between Missouri's incumbent governor and its state auditor for the governorship is now set for the November election. by Phillip Sitter Published Aug. 4 2020 @ 10:55pm

Luetkemeyer, Rezabeck win 3rd District primary races Republican Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer will seek a seventh term representing Missouri's 3rd District in November after defeating four GOP challengers in the primary election Tuesday. by Layne Stracener Published Aug. 4 2020 @ 10:30pm

Galloway wins Democratic nomination for governor State Auditor Nicole Galloway has won the Democratic nomination for Missouri governor. by Associated Press Published Aug. 4 2020 @ 8:10pm

St. Louis prosecutor chided by Trump faces primary challenge St. Louis' top prosecutor faced a primary challenge on Tuesday after drawing criticism from President Donald Trump for filing charges against a couple who displayed guns at protesters marching near their home. by JIM SALTER, Associated Press Published Aug. 4 2020 @ 7:25am

Missouri governor supports trying kids 12 to 18 as adults Gov. Mike Parson is asking lawmakers to approve legislation that would allow judges to decide whether a child between the ages of 12-18 should be tried as an adult in court for unlawful use of weapons and armed criminal action. by Associated Press Published Jul. 30 2020 @ 12:05am

Be mindful of commercial motor vehicles Beginning August 3, a statewide awareness campaign will remind Missouri motorists to drive safely around big trucks and buses. Published Jul. 29 2020 @ 12:05am

Governor, Mid-Missouri school leaders discuss reopening Gov. Mike Parson met Tuesday with Mid-Missouri school district leaders at Capital City High School in Jefferson City, and while the exact details of most of their conversation are not immediately known, it's clear Parson wanted counties to support schools' needs amid the COVID-19 pandemic. by Phillip Sitter Published Jul. 28 2020 @ 9:19pm

Missouri added to Chicago quarantine order to curb virus People traveling from Missouri, Wisconsin, Nebraska and North Dakota to Chicago will have to quarantine for two weeks upon arrival or face possible fines starting Friday. by Associated Press Published Jul. 28 2020 @ 10:30am

Jefferson City group urges steps to reduce crime, not just punish it The newly formed Jefferson City Racial Equity Group rallied outside the Capitol late Monday morning. by Joe Gamm Published Jul. 27 2020 @ 11:45pm

Mid-Missouri lawmakers support Gov. Parson's special session proposals State lawmakers who represent the Jefferson City area agree the proposals called for by Gov. Mike Parson for a special legislative session starting Monday are a step in the right direction when it comes to addressing violent crime — though the proposals may not be enough by themselves. by Phillip Sitter Published Jul. 26 2020 @ 12:05am