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    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.

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    Recent news

    Feb. 27, 2026

    Saline County Assessor Challenges County Commission in Classification Lawsuit

    Lafayette County seeks to join the case as a fourth-class county facing similar issues.

    Feb. 26, 2026

    USDA to Vacate Massive DC Office Building as Workforce Shifts to States

    Department plans to reduce DC-area staff from 4,600 to 2,000 as part of broader reorganization

    Feb. 25, 2026

    USDA to Vacate Massive DC Office Building as Workforce Shifts to States

    Department will also give up leased space in Alexandria, Virginia as part of broader reorganization plan.

    Feb. 25, 2026

    USDA Proposes Increasing Slaughter Line Speeds, Putting Workers and Animals at Risk

    The new rules would allow slaughterhouses to move even faster, despite concerns over worker safety and animal welfare.

    Feb. 24, 2026

    Kansas City Police Warn Congress: No Money, No Security for World Cup

    Federal funding delay threatens Kansas City's World Cup security plans, top police official testifies.

    Feb. 24, 2026

    I-435 traffic shift begins today in Kansas City

    KDOT moves all lanes to northbound side for bridge repairs

    Feb. 21, 2026

    Kehoe Announces Appointments to State Commissions

    Sedalia and Higginsville residents named to Real Estate Appraisers and Safe Drinking Water Commissions

    Feb. 17, 2026

    Marceline City Council to Meet on Presidents Day

    One local government body will convene despite federal holiday closures.

    Feb. 12, 2026

    Missouri Western President Advocates for Funding at Great Northwest Days

    Kennedy seeks $4 million more in state appropriations for the university
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    More Politics news
    Legislative Policy

    Missouri Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Protect Warehouse Workers from AI Automation

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

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

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

    Carpenters Union PAC Opposes Missouri Right-to-Work Law

    Independence Firefighters Union Negotiations Stall
    Civic Engagement

    Saline County Students Tour Local Government Offices

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

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

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

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

    Some States Forge Ahead on Voting Restrictions as Federal Bill Stalls
    City Hall

    Judge delays trial of St. Louis County Executive Sam Page

    Boonville City Council Debates Potential Water Rate Hike

    Knob Noster Begins Process to Update City Building Codes
    Immigration

    Disturbing Conditions Reported at ICE's Largest Detention Camp

    Disturbing Conditions Reported at ICE's Largest Detention Camp

    Grundy County Sheriff Applies for ICE Program Funding
    Law

    Supreme Court to Review Trump's $88M Sex Abuse Verdict

    Jackson County Considers Ordinances to Increase Law Enforcement Accountability

    SCOTUS Strikes Down Trump's IEEPA Tariffs
    International Relations

    Video Evidence Points to U.S. Strike on Iranian Girls School

    Protesters Denounce Attacks on Iran Across U.S. Cities

    Americans Stranded in Middle East Amid Escalating Conflict
    U.S. Military

    Families of Combat Casualties Relive Grief as War Continues

    Air Force Unveils New Air Force One Paint Scheme

    Judge Blocks Defense Secretary's Attempt to Punish Senator for Telling Troops to Refuse Illegal Orders
    Commentary

    Former Senators Danforth and Bradley Urge Bipartisan Compromise

    House Minority Leader Drops F-Bomb on Trump Over Racist Video