Parson, Other Governors Create ‘American Governors’ Border Strikeforce’

(KTTS News) — Governor Parson is joining more than two dozen other governors to form the American Governors’ Border Strikeforce. Press Release Today, Governor Mike Parson joined 25 other Governors in signing a memorandum of understanding establishing the American Governors’ Border Strike Force. The

Missouri Senate Bills Would Limit Property Taxes

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Some Missouri homeowners could be spared from paying higher property taxes under a pair of constitutional amendments passed by the state Senate. One measure approved Wednesday would authorize laws limiting the amount

Man Arrested For Murder, Arson In Mountain View

(KTTS News) — A 19-year-old man has been arrested for a deadly fire in Mountain View. The Highway Patrol arrested Jacob Hearne from Mountain View. He’s charged with first-degree murder and arson in the death of 62-year-old

Springfield Cat Litter Plant To Close

(KTTS News) — About 40 workers will be affected when Nestle Purina Petcare closes its pet litter plant in Springfield. The plant will close in June. KY3 says the company is discontinuing the Yesterday’s News and Secondnature

Missouri Vaccine Liability Bill Gets Initial Approval

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Workers required to get vaccinated by their employers could sue if they have negative reactions under a Missouri bill. The GOP-led House gave the vaccine liability bill initial approval Wednesday. The measure

DESE Would Develop Reading Goals Under Senate Bill

(KTTS News) — The Missouri Senate is considering a bill that would help elementary students catch up on their reading skills. State Senator Cindy O’Laughlin from Shelbina says her bill would require the Missouri Department of Elementary

Schmitt Joins Coalition To Reinstate Keystone XL Permit

(KTTS News) — Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt is calling on the Biden Administration to reinstate the permit for the Keystone XL pipeline. Schmitt and 15 other attorneys general made the request. It comes after reports that

Showers, Storms Possible Today

(KTTS News) — A few strong to severe storms are possible this morning and afternoon. Hail will be the main threat. Another round of storms will form later this afternoon and evening along and west of the