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Rex Sinquefield apologizes for quote linking KKK, public schools
Sinquefield has been a frequent critic of teachers' unions
Feb 11, 2012 | 12:05 am | Loading…
Lawmaker proposes new solution to distracted driving in Illinois
One lawmaker is proposing a new solution to solve accidents related to distracted driving.
Feb 10, 2012 | 4:38 pm | Loading…
St. Louis firefighters counter Slay's proposal, denounce his tactics
The plan proposed by the firefighters' union would make deep cuts in benefits for future hires, but leave intact benefits for current employees.
Feb 10, 2012 | 1:07 pm | Loading…
Chris Koster, Clint Zweifel test out the spotlight
While Koster was announcing help for foreclosure victims, Zweifel was returning war medals.
Feb 10, 2012 | 10:00 am | Loading…
Ann Purzner dies; had a contentious tenure as mayor of Overland
Margaret Ann Purzner served a short and contentious term as mayor of Overland before she was forced out of office in a recall election in 2008.
Feb 10, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Nixon proposes grants for fast-track college degrees
JEFFERSON CITY • Gov. Jay Nixon likes a fledgling program at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg so much that he wants to offer it statewide.
Feb 09, 2012 | 5:30 pm | Loading…
St. Louis firefighters respond to mayor's pension proposals
'Rather than saving the taxpayers money, the mayor has chosen to play politics,' union says.
Feb 09, 2012 | 1:01 pm | Loading…
Missouri House leader backs using mortgage settlement money for higher education
Missouri gets $140 million; Illinois gets $1 billion to help homeowners.
Feb 09, 2012 | 12:15 pm | Loading…
Contraception mandate once again puts McCaskill at odds with Catholic church
A GOP radio ad will target McCaskill's stance on a requirement that employers provide contraception.
Feb 09, 2012 | 10:05 am | Loading…
Children get civics lesson from bill to designate state exercise
JEFFERSON CITY • Kristy Lorenz's 4th grade class was on its way to the state Capitol for a field trip three years ago when inspiration struck.
Feb 09, 2012 | 9:40 am | Loading…
With civil unions won, Illinois legislators now calling for same-sex marriage
The state's three openly gay lawmakers file bill; prospects uncertain.
Feb 08, 2012 | 3:25 pm | Loading…
Cellphone ban for drivers gains momentum in Illinois
Legislation banning drivers from talking on handheld cell phones behind the wheel is gaining traction.
Feb 08, 2012 | 2:47 pm | Loading…
Texting while biking ban moving forward in Illinois
Legislation banning texting while biking is moving forward in Illinois.
Feb 08, 2012 | 1:18 pm | Loading…
Mo Dems back up: Voter list available through state party
ST. LOUIS • St. Louis City candidates will not have to go through Brian Wahby, chair of the city's Democratic Central Committee, to get the party voter list, the party director said today.
Feb 08, 2012 | 11:55 am | Loading…
Turnout predictions for Missouri primary were way off
Turnout was predicted as 23 percent; it was actually just under 8 percent.
Feb 08, 2012 | 11:15 am | Loading…
Santorum's Missouri victory a big success, but challenges await
Now candidate must parlay his Tuesday success into something formidable for the long haul.
Feb 08, 2012 | 10:15 am | Loading…
Santorum in St. Charles tonight; polls open until 7 p.m.
Santorum will appear tonight in St. Charles as the results of today's election are announced
Feb 08, 2012 | 9:30 am | Loading…
Santorum touts jobs plan in front of overflow crowd in St. Charles County
His two chief rivals, Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich, battle in Florida on the eve of that state's primary.
Feb 08, 2012 | 9:30 am | Loading…
Rick Santorum to speak Monday in St. Charles County
Presidential hopeful spent Sunday in Philadelphia, where his daughter was hospitalized.
Feb 08, 2012 | 9:30 am | Loading…
Rick Santorum appears headed for victory in Missouri 'beauty contest'
Early returns show Santorum leading rival Romney by a wide margin
Feb 07, 2012 | 9:05 pm | Loading…
Illinois ponders tanning salon restrictions; opponents decry `tanning police'
In committee debate, critics compare tanning industry to tobacco executives.
Feb 07, 2012 | 5:37 pm | Loading…
Illinois looks to compete with gas prices in neighboring states
Lawmakers propose adjusting sales tax on gas prices in Illinois to compete with lower prices in neighnoring states.
Feb 07, 2012 | 5:05 pm | Loading…
McCaskill, Blunt divided on White House contraception mandate
The furor over the Obama administration rule is sounding Congress and campaigns.
Feb 07, 2012 | 4:00 pm | Loading…
Illinois to extend immunity for drug users who report overdoses
Quinn signs law after reports of friends letting friends die rather than risk calling 911.
Feb 06, 2012 | 4:28 pm | Loading…
Candidate files suit against St. Louis treasurer
Alderman Fred Wessels, running for Treasurer Larry Williams' seat, is filing suit to stop the privatizing of parking division operations.
Feb 06, 2012 | 2:49 pm | Loading…
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