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MoDOT announces roadwork plans for Northeast Missouri through early February

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced upcoming highway maintenance work in Northeast Missouri, scheduled from January 27 to February 7, 2025.

MoDOT announces roadwork plans across Northwest Missouri from Jan.27-Feb.2

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced its planned highway maintenance and construction work in Northwest Missouri for the week of January 27 to February 2.

Senators push for renewed compensation for nuclear radiation victims

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

U.S. Senators Josh Hawley and Ben Ray Luján have reintroduced the Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act (RECA) to provide compensation to Americans exposed to radiation from government nuclear programs.

Missouri Chamber backs tort reform bill aligning with federal law

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has expressed its support for a tort reform bill aimed at simplifying the rules for class action lawsuits.

MoDOT opens new roundabout at I-55/US 67 interchange in Jefferson County

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced the opening of a new roundabout in the southeast section of the I-55/US 67 interchange in Jefferson County.

Southbound I-35 lane closure planned for pavement evaluation

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced plans to conduct pavement evaluations on a section of southbound I-35.

Mid-Missouri roadworks scheduled Jan.27-Feb.2; expect delays

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced a series of highway maintenance and construction projects scheduled in mid-Missouri from January 27 to February 2, 2025.

Missouri Department of Transportation announces Kansas City area maintenance schedule

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced maintenance work across the Kansas City region scheduled from January 27 to January 31, contingent on weather conditions.

Missouri DOT plans intersection improvements in Butler County

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced plans to enhance the intersection of Route M and County Road 459 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

I-435 lane closures scheduled for sign truss inspections in late January

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

Permit work for sign truss inspections will cause intermittent lane closures on I-435, including ramps to US Highway 69, I-35, Missouri Route 291, and Missouri Route 152.

Missouri considers bill to align pesticide labeling with federal standards

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

Missouri lawmakers are reviewing legislation aimed at safeguarding jobs and ensuring farmers in the state can continue producing affordable, high-quality food.

Conley Road overnight closure set for next week due to construction

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

Construction on Conley Road in Columbia, Missouri, will lead to overnight closures next week.

Hawley seeks testimony from insurers over hurricane claim denials

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

Senator Josh Hawley has addressed insurance companies with concerns about reports of denied claims related to Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Missouri DOT announces maintenance on I-44 in Laclede County

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced maintenance work on Interstate 44 in Laclede County.

Missouri lawmakers review bills aiming to enhance utility infrastructure

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

Lawmakers in Missouri are evaluating new legislation aimed at improving the state's utility infrastructure, a key factor for economic development.

Missouri lawmakers consider stricter penalties for organized retail theft

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 24, 2025

Missouri legislators are considering a bill that aims to increase penalties for retail theft.

St. Louis committee advances bill on Rams settlement fund allocation

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 23, 2025

The Housing, Urban Development, and Zoning Committee of the St. Louis Board of Aldermen has moved forward with legislation that could channel funds from the Rams settlement into underfunded areas of North and Southeast St. Louis, Downtown, water...

Hawley forms committee for judicial nominations advice

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 23, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has announced the initial members of a new advisory committee that will assist him in advising on judicial nominations during the 119th Congress and the Trump Administration.

Attorney general secures convictions and restitution after credit repair scheme

By Show-Me State Times | Jan 23, 2025

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced the successful conviction of Loy Maxey, owner of "Fresh Start Credit Services," on charges related to deceptive business practices and securities fraud.