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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey made a significant announcement today, revealing that the United States Supreme Court has taken up his challenge against the Biden administration's censorship efforts. The case revolves around the alleged violation of First Amendment rights by various government agencies, including the White House, Surgeon General, FBI, DHS, and CDC.In a statement following the Supreme Court hearing, Attorney General Bailey expressed his determination, saying, "Today, the United States Supreme Court heard the most important First Amendment case in...

SLATE Presents Accommodation for Success 2024: Bridging Opportunities for Employers and Job Seekers with Disabilities

The St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment (SLATE) has announced the upcoming event, Accommodation for Success '24, aimed at bridging opportunities for employers and job seekers with disabilities. Scheduled for March 22, 2024, at the St. Louis Community College - Forest Park Campus Student Center, the event is a collaborative effort with various workforce development boards.Fredrecka McGlown, Executive Director of SLATE, expressed the significance of the event, stating, "Each year, one of the Local Workforce Development Boards is charged with the task of leading this...

SLATE Presents Accommodation for Success ’24: Bridging Opportunities for Employers and Job Seekers with Disabilities

The St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment (SLATE) has announced the upcoming event "Accommodation for Success '24," aimed at bridging opportunities for employers and job seekers with disabilities. Scheduled for March 22, 2024, at the St. Louis Community College - Forest Park Campus Student Center, the event will focus on educating employers and providing networking opportunities for job seekers committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.Fredrecka McGlown, Executive Director of SLATE, expressed the importance of the event, stating, "Each year, one of the...

STL Releases Its Annual Report for 2023

St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) has recently released its 2023 State of STL Report. The report serves as a comprehensive overview of the airport's operations and data from the previous year.The report includes updates on various projects at STL, such as Boeing's expansion, the relocation of the airport's airfield maintenance building, and the progress towards a potential consolidated terminal. Additionally, the document highlights the new destinations that carriers will serve in STL's air service for 2024 and showcases the upcoming restaurants that will be...

Which Missouri political committees received the most contributions during week ending March 16?

By Show-Me State Times | Mar 17, 2024

Here are the 50 political committees that received the largest financial contributions during the week ending March 16, according to the Missouri Ethics Commission.

Missouri ranked 15th lowest in the U.S. for average income in 2021

By Show-Me State Times | Mar 16, 2024

Missouri ranked 15th lowest for average annual earnings per resident among U.S. states, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Child care tax credit package moves forward in Senate

The Senate Governmental Accountability Committee has advanced a groundbreaking legislative package aimed at enhancing the capacity of child care providers and facilitating businesses in offering child care benefits to bolster employee retention and recruitment. The bill, HB 1488 sponsored by Rep. Brenda Shields (R-St. Joseph) and its Senate companion, SB 742 sponsored by Sen. Lauren Arthur (D-Kansas City), are now awaiting action by the full Senate after gaining committee approval.Kara Corches, vice president of governmental affairs for the Missouri Chamber, emphasized...

Missouri Chamber supports tax credits for critical mineral mining

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is backing a bill that would help spur economic development and decrease U.S. dependence on foreign microchip and energy production."It’s not only needed, but absolutely vital for the future of the United States," said Rep. Aaron McMullen, sponsor of HB 1834, also known as the Missouri Defense and Energy Independence Act. "There are certain critical materials in the U.S. defense effort that are critical to the U.S. economy that are currently being processed and made by foreign, adversarial governments. If these certain...

Fast Track modification would help more adults train for high-demand jobs

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is advocating for a significant modification to the state's Fast Track program aimed at enabling more adults to pursue higher education and advanced job training opportunities.Championed by the Missouri Chamber, the Fast Track program was enacted in 2019 to address workforce needs by incentivizing adults to seek certificates, degrees, or apprenticeships in high-demand job fields. The proposed modification, Senate Bill 1056, sponsored by Sen. Rusty Black, seeks to broaden eligibility for the Fast Track Workforce Incentive...

Missouri Chamber supports improvements to popular tax credit program

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is backing a bill that seeks to enhance the Missouri Works program, a key tax credit initiative in the state. The proposed legislation, SB 1301, sponsored by Sen. Jason Bean, aims to streamline the program by consolidating the limits for withholding taxes and tax credits into a single cap.Under the current system, the Missouri Works program has separate limits for tax credits and withholding taxes, totaling $181 million in benefits per fiscal year. The new bill would remove these separate caps and introduce a unified cap of...

Over $12.7 Million Raised as MU Donors Contribute 2,175 Gifts on Mizzou Giving Day

University of Missouri Advancement officials revealed that a total of 2,175 gifts were contributed during the recent Mizzou Giving Day, resulting in a grand total of $12,710,667 raised. The event, which spanned from noon Wednesday, March 13, through noon Thursday, March 14, is aimed at encouraging individuals and groups to show their support for MU through various giving opportunities.Vice Chancellor for Advancement, Jackie Lewis, expressed gratitude towards the donors, stating, “We’re grateful to Tigers around the world for their tremendous generosity this Mizzou Giving...

St. Louis Area Pediatrician Accused of Exchanging Prescriptions for Sex Acts

U.S. Attorney Sayler A. Fleming stated, “The conduct alleged in the indictment represents an exploitation of patients who were vulnerable because they had been treated by Dr. Spiegel since they were girls, because they were struggling with an addiction, or both, to satisfy a sexual desire.” Special Agent in Charge Linda Hanley of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) added, “Physicians who recklessly and illegitimately distribute controlled substances undermine critical efforts to battle the opioid crisis and betray their...

Attorney General Bailey Issues Statement Following Trial Date Set in Jackson County Tax Assessment Case

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey expressed his satisfaction with the recent developments in the case against Jackson County regarding illegal tax assessments. The Court has set a trial date for June 6, 2024, which Bailey considers a significant step forward in seeking justice for overtaxed Missourians. Bailey stated, "The evidence in this case is overwhelming, which is why I’m confident in our ultimate success on the merits."Bailey highlighted the severity of the situation by pointing out that a court has already determined that Jackson County's assessments were...

St. Louis Man Sentenced to 65 Months in Prison for Drug, Gun Crimes

ST. LOUIS – A St. Louis man, Courtlend Green, has been sentenced to 65 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Audrey G. Fleissig for his involvement in drug and gun-related crimes. Green, 27, was caught with fentanyl, methamphetamine, and two fully automatic handguns. The sentencing comes after Green's actions on Jan. 3, 2023, where he was apprehended by the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department detectives.According to reports, Green's Honda Crosstour was found to contain two Glock handguns modified with illegal "switches" that turned them into fully automatic...

Attorney General Bailey Levels Fraud Charges Against Software Developer in Greene County

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that charges have been filed against Mason W. Roller, the 30-year-old software developer behind Bearded Dev Ops, for allegedly defrauding a consumer in Greene County. Attorney General Bailey emphasized the seriousness with which his office views exploitation of Missourians, stating, "The Attorney General’s Office takes exploitation of Missourians seriously." He added, "We work diligently to investigate fraudulent companies and individuals, and when we find credible evidence, we take swift action."The charge against...

St. Louis Man Admits Home Health Care Fraud