Supporters of an effort to recall Jackson County Executive Frank White turned in enough valid signatures to force a recall vote.

Missouri is one of two states where a judge can hand down death when juries cannot agree unanimously on a sentence. Since the law changed in 1984, at least 18 people have been sentenced to death by a judge,

Two of the top candidates are backed — separately — by Mayor Cara Spencer and Aldermanic President Megan Green. The race has also gotten contentious.

There could be as many as 10 Missouri political subdivisions forced to throw out the results of the April election because they failed to meet public-notice requirements.

A newly drafted ballot initiative created by Missouri hemp industry leaders is sparking debate as it seeks to loosen regulations on hemp-derived THC products like delta-8 and

Respect Missouri Voters, a non-partisan organization, is pushing back on legislative efforts to impose more restrictions on the state's initiative petition process.

Tate and Williams join other candidates in the race such as real estate professional and entrepreneur Juawana Williams; Ariel Amirah Danley, who is Henderson’s daughter; perennial local candidate Elvis Piggott; and former Hillsborough County Commissioner Thomas Scott.

After a special legislative session, Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed legislation authorizing state-backed bonds for stadiums to keep teams in Missouri.

We’re only days removed from the political earthquake in New York City’s mayoral race, but the election calendar matches on: There are many fewer contests on the ballot in July... Read More