Missouri News Archives - Page 5 of 10

Do midterm redistricting efforts favor Republicans?

Sunday, May 17 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Supreme Court slapped down an appeal from Virginia Democrats Friday to uphold their redrawn map of congressional districts, preserving what appears to be a Republican advantage heading into midterm elections. ... Read More.

Columbia deal with American Airlines called unconstitutional

Thursday, May 14 by The Center Square

Columbia City Council’s $1.5 million revenue guarantee for American Airlines – which includes $750,000 in taxpayer money – is unconstitutional, according to the Goldwater Institute. Last month, the council... Read More.

Missouri Supreme Court hears redistricting arguments

Wednesday, May 13 by The Center Square

The Missouri Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in multiple legal challenges surrounding the state’s revised congressional district map, as supporters of the plan argued the map was lawfully enacted and should remain in place for the 2026 election cycle. ... Read More.

President Trump seeks rare suspension of the federal gas tax

Monday, May 11 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) - President Donald Trump said Monday he will move to suspend the federal gasoline tax as the national average price of a gallon remains above $4.50 amid ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran and stalled diplomatic efforts to de-escalate... Read More.

Court affirms dismissal of federal claims in Minn. protest injury case

Wednesday, April 29 by The Center Square

A federal appeals court has affirmed a decision granting summary judgment to Minneapolis and a police officer in a lawsuit stemming from a protest injury that occurred days after George Floyd’s death, concluding that no reasonable jury could find the officer intended to strike... Read More.

Mo. Supreme Court backs ruling against voter solicitation restrictions

Monday, April 27 by The Center Square

The Supreme Court of Missouri has affirmed a circuit court judgment declaring multiple provisions of state law regulating voter registration and absentee ballot solicitation unconstitutional, concluding the statutes impermissibly restrict core political speech in violation of the Missouri Constitution. ... Read More.

23 state AGs demand top ratings agencies explain ESG-driven downgrades

Sunday, April 26 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Nearly two dozen state attorneys general are asking the three top ratings agencies to explain their “ESG-driven” downgrades of fossil-fuel companies. In a letter to... Read More.

Trump admin continues to crack down on fraudulent visa schemes

Friday, April 24 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – The Trump administration is continuing to crack down on fraudulent visa schemes that are occurring nationwide. In New Jersey, a Korean man pleaded guilty to... Read More.

House to take up GOP budget resolution next week

Thursday, April 23 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – After six hours of failed amendment votes, the U.S. Senate adopted Republicans’ budget resolution to fund immigration enforcement in a 50-48 vote early Thursday. U.S.... Read More.

AG sues American Shaman over sale of kratom-derived opioids

Monday, April 20 by The Center Square

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has filed a lawsuit against CBD American Shaman and a network of affiliated companies, alleging they unlawfully manufactured, distributed and sold kratom-derived products containing the opioid 7-hydroxymitragynine, known as 7-OH, in violation of state law. ... Read More.