Politics

St. Louis Labor Council Endorses Candidates and Propositions for April 7 Primary

The Greater St. Louis Labor Council has announced its endorsements for the upcoming Missouri primary election.

Carpenters Union PAC Opposes Missouri Right-to-Work Law

CHIPP Political Account fought against expansion of right-to-work legislation in Missouri

Independence Firefighters Union Negotiations Stall

Firefighters fear contract impasse could lead to attrition as other departments offer higher pay

Missouri Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Protect Warehouse Workers from AI Automation

Proposed legislation aims to limit surveillance, guarantee breaks, and mandate transparency around job losses due to technology.

Senator Warren Aims to Stop US Army Plant from Selling Ammunition to Civilians

Proposed legislation would prohibit Pentagon contractors from selling military-grade weapons and ammunition to the public.

Missouri Bill Aims to Address 'Fatherlessness Epidemic' with Bipartisan Support

The proposed 'Missouri Fathership Project' would help fathers navigate the court system and access resources to strengthen relationships with their children.

Saline County Students Tour Local Government Offices

Annual Government Day event provides hands-on civics education for high schoolers.

Major Historical Documents Begin Cross-Country Tour for 250th Anniversary

Rare documents like the Treaty of Paris and Articles of Association will be displayed at local museums across the U.S.

Historic Documents Embark on 250th Anniversary Tour Across U.S.

Rare documents like the Treaty of Paris and Articles of Association will be displayed at museums nationwide.

Trump Administration Proposes Repealing Biden-Era Child Care Subsidy Rule

Citing potential for fraud, the Trump administration seeks to undo a policy that required states to pay subsidies based on enrollment rather than attendance.

States Face Steep Costs to Implement Medicaid Work Mandates

New federal requirements will force states to spend millions on technology upgrades and additional staff.

Missouri Audit Finds Flaws in Marijuana Licensing Process Cost State Millions

Report cites inconsistent scoring, lack of documentation, and over $12.5 million in legal expenses due to licensing disputes.

Kris Eilers Announces Run for St. Louis County Commission District 1 Seat

Eilers, executive director of the St. Louis River Alliance, focuses campaign on environmental issues and local government transparency.

Some States Forge Ahead With Strict Citizen Voting Requirements as Federal Bill Stalls

Republican-led states are passing measures that could require documentary proof of citizenship to register and vote, despite concerns about disenfranchising eligible voters.

Some States Forge Ahead on Voting Restrictions as Federal Bill Stalls

Republican-led states push proof-of-citizenship requirements despite legal challenges and concerns about voter suppression