Could St. Louis become the 51st state? Missouri lawmaker floats secession idea
During debate Wednesday on a state takeover of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, state Rep. Michael Burton, ...
KC Democrats join GOP push for state control of St. Louis police. What’s it mean for KCPD?
The vote has frustrated local activists, who have long fought to bring Kansas City back in control of its own police ...
Legislature passes bill for state control of SLMPD
The Missouri Legislature fully passed a public safety bill Wednesday, clearing the way for St. Louis’ police department to be controlled by a governor-appointed board of police commissioners.
Tishaura Jones: What to know as St. Louis’ mayor runs for reelection
Tishaura Jones is the active mayor for the City of St. Louis. She is running for a second term in the April 2025 municipal ...
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Discusses the Importance of Protecting Medicaid and Society Security with Metro East Leaders
EAST ST. LOUIS - On Saturday, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) was joined by elected officials, community leaders, and ...
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This Missouri Congressman says Republicans shouldn't shy away from Medicaid funding cuts
As Congress considers legislation to cut taxes ... During an interview Friday on the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, Burlison said the health care program for the poor, disabled ...
How would a US Department of Education shutdown impact St. Louis-area schools?
The U.S. Department of Education helps run and fund certain programs in schools, including special education. ST. LOUIS — The future of the U.S. Department of Education remains in limbo. President ...
Meet Ed Martin, Trump’s ‘ball of fire’ top prosecutor in DC
Ed Martin is not a typical pick for a U.S. attorney. President Trump’s choice to lead the federal office in Washington, D.C., ...