Missouri
I-70 Blanchette Bridge Rehab Ahead of Schedule
MoDOT expects to open the westbound portion of the bridge by late summer.
Study: 74% of Missourians Ban Smoking in Their Homes
Do you allow people to smoke in your home? What about in your car?
Actor John Goodman’s Honorary Degree Delayed
Missouri State University says actor John Goodman will not receive an honorary degree from the Springfield school on Friday as scheduled.
Second Injury Fund Compromise Sent to Gov. Nixon
“We haven’t run from it, we’ve embraced it and it’s been a heavy lift,” House Speaker Tim Jones said.
Missouri Bill Lets County Sheriffs Print Concealed Weapons Permits
Missouri’s county sheriffs would become responsible for printing concealed weapons permits instead of the state Revenue Department under legislation sent to the governor Thursday.
Missouri Lawmakers Approve Veterans Court Bill
Lawmakers have approved legislation allowing the expansion of special courts to handle current and former military personnel.
Missouri Legislature Nears Mandatory Quitting Time
The agenda for the final day could also include one last attempt in the Senate to refer a transportation sales tax to the 2014 ballot.
Missouri Lawmakers Pass Changes to Workers’ Comp Claims
The legislation replenishing an insolvent state fund for disabled workers and changing the way people get compensation for job-related illnesses.
Ellisville Council Deadlocks on Reinstating Mayor
The 3-3 tie came after passionate pleas from residents. “There will be no moving forward until this is resolved.”
Missouri Lawmakers say Criminal Code Overhaul Must Wait
The measure (HB210) is the product of a Missouri Bar committee charged with updating the criminal code for the first time since 1979.

















