A fight over hog housing standards is shaping up as one of the latest Farm Bill battles. A Missouri farmer is among those urging senators to reject the 'Save Our Bacon Act,' a proposal that would block state laws such as California's Proposition 12.

From Missouri's first suffrage group to today's activists and candidates, Southeast Missouri women across parties are shaping politics while confronting underrepresentation and challenges.

Missouri healthcare workers say proposed federal healthcare cuts could create serious financial uncertainty for hospital employees and patients, while supporters of the plan argue it would get government spending in check, while improve border security.

Opponents contend the measure would violate a ban on constitutional amendments including more than one subject. They also argue that the ballot summary is misleading and should be changed.

Supporters say the $15 billion project will bring jobs and tax revenue. Some residents say no one asked them.

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.