Politics, Elections, and Government

After more than a year of investigation, Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson announced Monday morning that a grand jury has indicted the trooper in a corruption scheme involving tow companies in Kansas City.

The Kansas City Council temporarily extended liquor sale hours for June 11 through July 19, allowing some bars to stay open up to 23 hours a day during the FIFA World Cup.

Kehoe also said he doesn't plan on calling any special sessions including on drawing another new congressional map.

The Missouri Supreme Court has confirmed a redrawn congressional map that takes aim at the state's 5th District, a longtime Democratic stronghold. Incumbent Congressman Emanuel Cleaver now prepares for a slate of new challengers to his seat.

Kansas lawmakers have promised for years to fix sky-high property tax bills. But the 2026 session ended with both Democrats and Republicans disappointed and vowing to try again next year.

In a 101-48 vote, House lawmakers approve a bill that would place restrictions on transgender Missourians.

The proposed constitutional amendment gives lawmakers five years to expand transaction-based taxes to make up for revenue lost by eliminating the state income tax.

A Missouri bill that would outlaw hemp-derived products has a new section to protect cannabis workers' right to organize.

Legislation passed by the Missouri House on Thursday is designed to support people with conditions that could impair their ability to communicate with officers.

Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed dozens of bills, but Republicans overrode a majority to force the measures into law — including restrictions on student protesters, funding for anti-abortion centers, and more power for landlords.