MO State News

Panel of appellate judges unanimously rejects attorney general’s attempt to reinstate abortion ban

KANSAS CITY – The Western District Court of Appeals issued a decision affirming a lower court’s injunction blocking Missouri’s ban on abortion care and enjoining several medically unnecessary restrictions that target abortion providers. In addition to labeling portions of the Attorney General’s argument as “lack[ing] any precedent” and “disingenuous,” the court recognized that, “…if a statute

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Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame honors inductees, celebrates legacy volunteers

SEDALIA, Mo. – Missouri 4-H recently honored outstanding volunteers and supporters who have who have made lasting contributions to the 4-H program and the youth of Missouri.     2025 Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame inductees. Photo by Amanda Stapp.   The Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame recognizes individuals whose service and commitment to 4-H

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Invasive plant action award winners for 2025 announced 

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Invasive Plant Council (MoIP) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Invasive Plant Action Awards. MoIP established the Invasive Plant Action Award program to recognize the outstanding work being done in Missouri to control invasive plant species.     The MoIP Invasive Plant Action Awards recognize exceptional

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DHSS publishes draft rule revisions regarding cannabis dispensary licenses

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) within the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has published a first draft of a proposed rule amendment to 19 CSR 100-1.180, establishing curbside pickup at dispensary facilities.   This draft is not part of a formal rulemaking process and is instead part of DHSS’

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Mo DCI warns: termination of coverage for storm-damaged homes will not be tolerated

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) issued a forceful bulletin to halt the practice of insurance companies cancelling or non-renewing policies for homeowners still grappling with recovery from the catastrophic spring 2025 storms. This action comes after the department became aware of a few companies terminating coverage for Missouri consumers actively working to complete

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Senator Schmitt calls for investigation into left-wing violence

WASHINGTON — Today, Senator Schmitt (R-MO) called on the Department of Justice to investigate left-wing political violence. The letter follows Attorney General Bondi’s commitment to Senator Schmitt earlier this week when asked about launching a probe into attacks by the left.   Senator Schmitt began: “Thank you for recently appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee for the Department of

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