The latest local news, weather and high school sports from the Heartland

Yesterday at 9:11 AM  People running short of money could have a new alternative for getting some quick cash under legislation pending before Gov. Nixon.

Saturday, June 15, 2013  Supporters of two proposed amendments to the Missouri Constitution can begin collecting signatures to get the measures on a statewide ballot.

Friday, June 14, 2013  The House Interim Committee on Government Responsiveness and Efficiency was created by Speaker Tim Jones.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Missouri education officials have chosen a new high school equivalency test to replace the current GED expiring at the end of this year.

Sunday, June 09, 2013  It was Free Fishing Days in both Missouri and Iowa this weekend.

Saturday, June 08, 2013  Missouri's environmental regulatory agency says it's the first in the nation to post water quality reports online for all of the state's public water utilities.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  Farmers in a dozen Missouri counties could be eligible for emergency loans through the U.S. Agriculture Department for damage from severe spring weather.

Monday, June 03, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon is considering measures that could send more people convicted of sexually violent crimes to prison with longer sentences.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Legislation designed to help identify the owners of lost military medals is awaiting approval from Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon.

Friday, May 24, 2013  Missouri motorcycle riders had several favorable bills sent to Governor Jay Nixon during this year's legislative session, but a big priority could not cross the finish line.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  Storms cause many branches across the region to fall and now it is time to clean up.

Monday, May 20, 2013  The powerful system that's responsible for some tornadic activity across the Central U.S. hit the Heartland hard with strong storms.

Friday, May 17, 2013  "...she would give me meth to see to my friends, then I got to keep the money from that."

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The legislation would require a margin of less than one-half of a percent to request a recount.

Saturday, May 11, 2013  21st Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive took place on Saturday.