A Missouri bill that would outlaw hemp-derived products has a new section to protect cannabis workers' right to organize.

This final passage came after the Senate expanded the protections from just antisemitism to include all hate speech and discrimination.

State and local governments would not be allowed to restrict religious services during a state health emergency.

As Congress considers a rural housing bill aimed at expanding access to home loans, a Branson tiny home community is preparing to welcome residents who have struggled to find stable, affordable housing, many of whom have been living in extended-stay motels.

Iran conflict fuels gas price spike, forcing SEMO students to work more, carpool and use shuttles as rising fuel and transport costs squeeze student budgets.

Cape Girardeau’s April 7 ballot will decide the mayor, Ward 1 council seat, school board, a no-tax-increase bond, a senior property-tax freeze and a new 911 funding fee.

The Missouri House narrowly passed a spending bill that reallocates $1 billion in support for colleges and universities as part of a $50.4 billion budget for state operations. Some schools would see their funding cut by 40% or more.

State colleges and universities face big changes in state funding under the $50.3 billion budget for state operations in the coming fiscal year. The budget also includes $60 million for an expanded private-school voucher program

Supporters of the proposed legislation cited mounting evidence that social media and chatbots can harm kids’ mental health. The discussion plays out against a backdrop of First Amendment challenges to similar laws in other states

Missouri could receive new federal funding to reduce wildlife-vehicle crashes under bipartisan bills in Congress. A recent study found more than 17,000 collisions in the state over four years, with most involving deer. Supporters say expanded funding could help target high-risk roadways and improve driver safety.