The Cape Girardeau City Council met on May 18 and discussed the goals of the 'SEMO REDI' program and amending ordinances regarding downtown billboards.

Republicans advanced major priorities on taxes, public safety, and abortion, while broad property tax relief and education priorities stalled.

At SEMO’s University Center, Democratic candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives in Missouri's 8th Congressional District—Frank Barnitz and Chris Reichard—participated in a public debate on May 16, discussing their views on several topics, such as gun violence, education, affordability, and the 'Citizens United' decision.

The head of the state clerks' association says local election officials still lack access to the voter database needed to finalize new district assignments.

The high court also rejected lawsuits contending that the new lines passed in 2025 were not compact as required by law.

Missouri’s solar boom faces a potential slowdown as lawmakers debate a proposal that could halt projects midstream. Supporters say it’s about oversight and safety - while critics warn it could cost communities and delay much-needed power.

The new legislation would prohibit antisemitic and discriminatory speech in schools. But the Supreme Court has already ruled that if discriminatory or hate speech causes disruption in a classroom, schools can regulate it.

The language, which has made it to the Senate several years in a row, would give child care providers in Missouri tax breaks up to $200,000.

As Rep. Jason Smith campaigns for reelection in Missouri’s extremely conservative 8th District, GOP, Democratic and Libertarian rivals press alternatives on debt, education and local funding.

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