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Talent argues GOP will lose to Obama if Gingrich the nominee

Talent argues GOP will lose to Obama if Gingrich the nominee

Mitt Romney's Missouri backers see a candidate strengthened by opposition.

Jan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pm | Loading…

Realtors bemoan Rex's latest big check to pass 'fair tax'

Realtors bemoan Rex's latest big check to pass 'fair tax'

Sinquefield wants to eliminate the state income tax and replace it with higher sales taxes.

Jan 27, 2012 | 11:45 am | Loading…

Quinn goes on MSNBC, denies Sears got 'sweetheart deal'

Quinn goes on MSNBC, denies Sears got 'sweetheart deal'

Was in New York for Democratic Governors meeting.

Jan 27, 2012 | 7:50 am | Loading…

McCaskill, Blunt divided on debt limit vote

McCaskill, Blunt divided on debt limit vote

Today's vote was the last procedure before a hike in the nation's borrowing power.

Jan 26, 2012 | 2:32 pm | Loading…

Minors could be banned from indoor tanning in Illinois

Minors could be banned from indoor tanning in Illinois

California already prohibits minors from indoor tanning; Illinois is one of seven states now considering similar legislation.

Jan 26, 2012 | 10:48 am | Loading…

McCaskill: Arlington Cemetery improved but work remains in tracking graves

McCaskill: Arlington Cemetery improved but work remains in tracking graves

Progress continues after startling revelations about the famous burial ground.

Jan 25, 2012 | 4:34 pm | Loading…

St. Louis County parks, revenue workers get layoff notices

St. Louis County parks, revenue workers get layoff notices

County Executive Charlie A. Dooley said layoffs and other cuts will save the county about $4 million.

Jan 25, 2012 | 4:29 pm | Loading…

Controversial contributions to judge prompts legislation in Illinois

Bill would require judges to recuse themselves from donor's cases.

Jan 25, 2012 | 4:18 pm | Loading…

During State of the Union, 'spilled milk' is something to tweet about

During State of the Union, 'spilled milk' is something to tweet about

Graphic: Tweets during the State of the Union

Jan 25, 2012 | 11:44 am | Loading…

Sen. Chappelle-Nadal condemns target stickers as an 'act of cowardice'

Sen. Chappelle-Nadal condemns target stickers as an 'act of cowardice'

The orange target stickers were placed outside the Capitol offices of six state lawmakers

Jan 25, 2012 | 10:54 am | Loading…

Fundraising figures show Slay's serious about 4th term as St. Louis mayor

Fundraising figures show Slay's serious about 4th term as St. Louis mayor

Slay raised over $228,000 the last three months of 2011.

Jan 25, 2012 | 7:00 am | Loading…

St. Louis-area members of Congress offer contrasting views of Obama's speech

St. Louis-area members of Congress offer contrasting views of Obama's speech

Updated: At 10:45 PM with reactions to president's speech.

Jan 24, 2012 | 3:50 pm | Loading…

Casinos will fight Nixon on $1 entrance fees to help veterans homes

Casinos will fight Nixon on $1 entrance fees to help veterans homes

Legislators said they're open to compromise but made clear that they're adamant about finding a dedicated source of money to run the state's seven nursing homes for veterans.

Jan 24, 2012 | 3:00 pm | Loading…

Illinois high court to allow cameras in courtrooms

Illinois high court to allow cameras in courtrooms

Illinois is one of 14 states that don't allow cameras in courtrooms during criminal trials.

Jan 24, 2012 | 10:55 am | Loading…

Doctor makes 3 in GOP race for 2nd Congressional District

Doctor makes 3 in GOP race for 2nd Congressional District

Randy Jotte will join Ed Martin and Ann Wagner in the GOP race for the seat currently held by Todd Akin, who is running for Senate.

Jan 24, 2012 | 10:24 am | Loading…

Even with Newt surge, Missouri a long way from relevancy in GOP primary

Even with Newt surge, Missouri a long way from relevancy in GOP primary

Missouri's caucus is March 17 — will the nomination be wrapped-up by then?

Jan 23, 2012 | 1:30 pm | Loading…

Bike racks? How about safer streets, says report

Missouri is 40th among the 50 states in "bicycling and walking levels," 34th-worst in fatality rates, and 17th in funding, according to a study released today by the Alliance for Biking and Walking.

Jan 23, 2012 | 1:00 pm | Loading…

Hundreds from Missouri join DC anti-abortion rally

Hundreds from Missouri join DC anti-abortion rally

Updated: At 3:30 PM, as the final marchers reach the Supreme Court.

Jan 23, 2012 | 12:07 pm | Loading…

Doctor: Sen. Kirk's stroke has affected arm, leg and facial movements

Doctor: Sen. Kirk's stroke has affected arm, leg and facial movements

Illinois Republican's office says his "young age, good health and the nature of the stroke," doctors are confident of recovery in the coming weeks.

Jan 23, 2012 | 11:14 am | Loading…

George W. Bush stops in St. Louis to address young execs

George W. Bush stops in St. Louis to address young execs

The former president spoke to the Young Presidents' Organization.

Jan 20, 2012 | 3:47 pm | Loading…

Illinois lawmakers ponder loosening smoking ban

Illinois lawmakers ponder loosening smoking ban

The bill would allow smoking in bars, clubs and casinos.

Jan 20, 2012 | 2:45 pm | Loading…

St. Louis aldermen to consider requiring bike racks

St. Louis aldermen to consider requiring bike racks

ST. LOUIS • City cyclists may soon get more bike parking.

Jan 20, 2012 | 1:00 pm | Loading…

Iowa caucuses blunder recalls close Gephardt-Simon '88 contest

Critics of the caucuses see too many mistakes over the years.

Jan 20, 2012 | 12:30 pm | Loading…

Nixon takes big checks while calling for donation lids

His single largest gift was $50,000 from autoworkers.

Jan 20, 2012 | 12:16 pm | Loading…

Only in America? Boxing promoter Don King hosts fundraiser for McCaskill

Only in America? Boxing promoter Don King hosts fundraiser for McCaskill

McCaskill was in Florida on Thursday for the event with King.

Jan 20, 2012 | 9:16 am | Loading…

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