KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Attorney General Schmitt and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are teaming up to fight back against human trafficking in Missouri. In a press conference today, Attorney General Schmitt announced that the Missouri Attorney General’s Office is […]
Senate propels bill aiding domestic violence victims
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A House bill aimed at aiding victims of domestic violence by waiving fees for birth certificates made headway in the Senate Thursday. HB 1135, championed by Republican Rep. Chris Dinkins, would waive the one-time $15 fee […]
Senate considers reforms to parole option for elderly inmates
Judy Henderson, nearly 70 years old, sat before a Senate committee Monday afternoon, advocating for criminal justice reform — specifically for a bill that would grant the ability for parole for certain incarcerated elderly individuals. Just a little more than […]
Senate adopts resolution pertaining to Bible classes in public high schools
A resolution encouraging public high schools to offer courses on the Bible was adopted by the state Senate Thursday. The resolution from Republican Sen. Ed Emery contends the Bible has “been a cornerstone of Western civilization” for thousands of years and […]
Senate advances contentious CAFO bill days after overnight filibuster
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Despite opposition from a handful of Democrats and an earlier overnight filibuster still prominent in the chamber, the Missouri Senate passed legislation that would block local municipalities from instituting new rules for agricultural operations stricter than […]
DHSS finalizes number of medical marijuana facilities to be licensed
The state agency charged with overseeing Missouri’s fledging medical marijuana program has finalized the number of licenses to be awarded in the first year. On Friday, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) determined the top-scoring 60 cultivation […]
Senate advances expanded child protection, anti-trafficking legislation
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A House bill combating sex trafficking has expanded to include a variety of other provisions in an effort to protect minors — particularly exploited youths — in the state. Under Sen. Jeannie Riddle’s guidance, Rep. Mary […]
State leaders commemorate 50th anniversary of Vietnam War
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The eagle represents courage honor and dedicated service. The blue circle signifies vigilance, perseverance, and justice. The laurel wreath is a time honored symbol representing victory, integrity, and strength. The stripes behind the eagle represent the […]
Massive criminal justice reform bill clears another hurdle
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A sweeping criminal justice reform bill made it over another hurdle Tuesday morning as it passed out of the House Fiscal Review Committee. HCB 2, championed by Republican Rep. Shamed Dogan, progressed through the committee with […]
Life Sentence for Stoddard County Sex Offender
Today, April 22, 2019, David Madsen was sentenced in Stoddard County Case No: 18SD-CR01274-01 to life imprisonment for the crime of Statutory Rape in the First Degree by Presiding Circuit Judge Robert N. Mayer. Madsen was previously found guilty by […]