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MOSERS may bar bonuses in underperforming years Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-19) The board overseeing Missouri's State Employee Retirement System (MOSERS) is crafting a proposal to bar staff members from receiving bonuses during years when the pension fund loses money.
Teen murder suspect to be tried as an adult Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-18) The 15-year-old girl is charged with killing 9-year-old Elizabeth Olten last month in a wooded area near both girls' homes about 10 miles west of Jefferson City.
St. Louis Library to get $3 million in tax breaks Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-17) The 97-year-old downtown library building will receive tax credits as a means of spurring a fundraising drive to renovate the historic building.
Oil & gas investment calls under scrutiny Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-16) The Mo. Secretary of State's office is warning residents about unsolicited phone calls from people offering investments in oil and gas ventures.
7 Mo. historic sites seeking national recognition Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-13) Officials want the sites, including three in St. Louis, to be added to the National Register of Historic Places.
AFSCME wants new alarm system at Fulton State Hospital Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-12) The labor union is asking the state to install the Man-Down system. It would allow a hospital worker to use a pager-like device to call for help if attacked by a mental patient.
Veterans Day observed at Mo. Capitol Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-11) More than 120 people turned out in Jefferson City to pay tribute to those who've served in America's armed forces.
Jefferson City police: No one was taken hostage Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-10) An office building near the State Capitol was locked down and searched after police received word of a hostage situation. But they found nothing to indicate anyone had been taken hostage.
Skelton chided for vote on health care bill Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-09) Congressman Ike Skelton was the only Missouri Democrat to vote against the health care bill that passed late Saturday.
Nixon recognizes Ft. Hood victims Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-06) Mo. Gov. Jay Nixon paid tribute to the Fort Hood shooting victims while welcoming home a group of Missouri National Guard soldiers in Jefferson City.
Mo. National Guard unit returns from Afghanistan Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-06) About 60 Guard members are back home after spending 11 months helping Afghan farmers in the Nangarhar Province. Another group is still there.
Mo. Supreme Court hears Andrew Lyons case Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-05) Lyons was sentenced to death for the 1992 slayings of his girlfriend and her mother. His attorney says Lyons is mentally disabled.
Summit called to address drunk drivers in Mo. Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-04) Gov. Jay Nixon convened the summit of more than two dozen law enforcement officers, attorneys, judges and activists to seek ways to reduce the number of drunk drivers in Missouri.
Nixon planning new jobs initiative Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-11-03) Mo. Gov. Jay Nixon's new initiative, "Missouri First," will focus primarily on helping existing businesses.
DNR seeks sanctions against 3 Mo. businesses Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-10-30) The three companies are being accused of demolishing buildings without properly inspecting for asbestos.
New water standards for the Miss. River at St. Louis Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-10-29) The new water quality standards will require the Mississippi River from North Riverfront Park to the mouth of the Meramec to be clean enough for swimming and fishing.
Nixon announces more budget cuts Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-10-28) Mo. Gov. Jay Nixon is cutting nearly $204 million from the state budget. It includes nearly 700 state jobs and reductions to numerous programs.
Missing Cole Co. girl found dead Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-10-23) The body of 9-year-old Elizabeth Olton was found in a wooded area near her home, nearly two days after she disappeared. A person of interest is in custody.
USDA declares 28 Mo. counties disaster areas Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-10-22) The declaration covers damage to farms caused by storms and flooding from February to July. Farmers in 47 counties adjacent to the disaster zones are also eligible to apply for assistance.
Mo. PSC wants oversight of underground utility lines Jefferson City, Mo. (2009-10-21) Currently, the Mo. Attorney General's office has the authority to enforce laws protecting underground electric and natural gas lines.