State of Missouri

A hunter walks through a reed-covered lake in waist-deep water. He pulls plastic duck decoys behind him. A shotgun is slung over his shoulder.

MO duck-hunting season portends a grim future

It's duck-hunting season in Missouri and enthusiasts are concerned about the impacts on duck populations from the recent loss of wetland protections.

Demonstrators stand outside of the Governor’s Mansion in Jefferson City on July 1, 2021 and hold signs urging Gov. Mike Parson to fund voter-approved Medicaid expansion.

Health & Wellness

Attorneys Argue Missouri Is Violating Federal Law, Courts On Medicaid Expansion Delays

Tessa Weinberg | Missouri Independent

State officials said eligible individuals would not be enrolled until Oct. 1 due to system updates.

Public Safety

Missouri Governor Extends Stay at Home Order

Missouri Governor Mike Parson is extending the Show-Me-State's stay-at-home order. Parson said he is extending the order through May 3.The order was…

Medical marijuana is expected to be available to legally purchase in spring, but already more than 17,000 patients have been approved to possess and grow the drug at home.

Health & Wellness

Thousands In Missouri Already Have Medical Marijuana Cards With Nowhere To Legally Buy It

Jaclyn Driscoll

Missouri has already approved more than 17,000 patients for its yet-to-be-launched medical marijuana program — a stark contrast to neighboring Illinois,...