Politics

A minor party can become a major party and be entitled to nominate its general election candidates at the August primary if its candidate for governor receives more than 5 percent of the statewide vote.

Newsmax remains widely available in Southeast Kansas and Southwest Missouri

The attorney becomes the first person of color to serve in a statewide office. Malek, who was appointed by Gov. Mike Parson, says he intends to run for the position at the end of this term.

Both the Senate president pro tem and Senate minority leader agree that Missouri needs to pay state workers more. Whether they go with exactly Gov. Mike Parson’s proposed plan is yet to be determined.

The Salem Republican expects to put his stamp on taxation and trade policy as head of the powerful House committee.

The former state treasurer replaces Nicole Galloway, who was the only Democrat in Missouri holding an elected statewide position.

Last year, a temporary solution raised pay for some teachers. This year, educators are asking for a permanent increase in teacher salaries.

Missouri Republicans, especially in the Senate, spent much of the past two years fighting with each other but now are hoping to band together to pass major priorities such as making it harder to pass ballot petition initiatives.

The state of Missouri will allow cities to tack on an additional sales tax to recreational weed. Many local governments appear ready to put the question to voters, and enjoy a new source of revenue.

Joplin city council approves new five-year contract with firefighters union on salary increases