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Planned Parenthood sues Missouri Attorney General over transgender care investigation

(Missouri Independent) – A lawsuit filed Friday in St. Louis accuses Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey of a “politically motivated” investigation of transgender care provided by Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri. The attorney general demanded Planned Parenthood turn over a litany of records earlier this month as part of his investigation […]

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Ballwin, Missouri man pleads guilty to sex with minors, distributing child pornography

A man from Ballwin, Missouri admitted distributing child pornography and engaging in sexual contact with underage girls he’d approached on Snapchat. Luke Edward Nicozisin, 22, pleaded guilty in front of U.S. District Judge Audrey G. Fleissig to one count of distribution of child pornography. Nicozisin admitted sending nude images of himself to three 15-year-old girls […]

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Governor Mike Parson grants 16 pardons in March

For the month of March 2023, Governor Mike Parson granted 16 pardons pursuant to Article IV, Section 7 of the Constitution of the State of Missouri. Official documents have been filed with the appropriate government agencies and have been sent to the individuals. Pardons: Melissa Thayer Terry Yarbrough Ryan Angell Derek Clifton Matthew Smart Francis […]

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Black Sheep Ammunition to build new facility in Union, Missouri, investing $2.9 million and creating 17 jobs

Black Sheep Ammunition, a new manufacturer of small caliber ammunition for outdoor enthusiasts, announced it will build a production facility in Union, investing $2.9 million and creating 17 new jobs. “It’s always exciting to see companies creating jobs here in our state,” said Governor Mike Parson. “Our ongoing commitment to strengthening Missouri’s workforce and improving […]

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Missouri State Highway Patrol now testing for new troopers

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply and will offer testing at nine different locations in Missouri. Those who successfully complete testing will be eligible to continue in the selection process for the 119th (Accelerated) and 120th (Traditional) Recruit Classes, scheduled […]

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Missouri man faces 25 years in prison after jury convicts him of methamphetamine conspiracy,

 A Missouri man was convicted at trial for his role in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in Pettis County, Mo. Thomas W. Pitts, 35, of Ionia, was found guilty of one count of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and two counts of distributing methamphetamine. Evidence introduced during the trial indicated that Pitts participated in the drug-trafficking […]