Inflation
Prices rose in December, federal data shows(The Center Square) – Newly released federal inflation data shows prices rose in December. The Bureau of Economic Analysis released its Producer Consumption Expenditure, a key marker of inflation, which… Read More
Illegal Immigration
Congress needs ‘a whole new batch of Republicans’ before agreeing to a border security deal that doesn’t secure the border, Hawley arguesIf a “border security” bill that still allows for the entry of 5,000 illegals a day is the best deal Republicans can get, “we need a whole new batch of… Read More
Border
Texas’ dispute with Biden over border crisis escalates(The Center Square) – As the conflict between the federal government and Texas escalates over the state’s right to defend its border with Mexico, Gov. Greg Abbott is not backing… Read More
Illegal Immigration
Denver program that pays homeless people a monthly income is open to migrants(The Center Square) – A universal income program partially funded by the city of Denver that pays homeless people a regular stipend is eligible to migrants as long as they… Read More
2024 election
Trump says Haley donors will be ‘permanently barred from the MAGA camp’(The Center Square) – Former President Donald Trump, fresh off a primary win in New Hampshire, has warned that anyone who donates to former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley’s campaign… Read More
Courts, Missouri
Missouri taking a lead role in lawsuits to secure border, as Biden administration actively recruits illegals to enter U.S.While Texas battles the feds over stopping the tsunami of illegal immigrants, Missouri is quietly and methodically pressing three lawsuits to force the Biden administration to secure the border.One… Read More
Missouri
Missouri governor proclaims victory with surplus, tax cuts in last address(The Center Square) – Republican Missouri Gov. Mike Parson declared victory for his administration and party during his final State of the State address on Wednesday. Late in his speech… Read More
Border
Texas governor: Feds have broken compact with the states over border crisis(The Center Square) – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has invoked the invasion clause of the U.S. Constitution and said he would defend his state. The move comes after the U.S. Read More
2024 election
Trump first in 48 years to win both Iowa, New Hampshire(The Center Square) – Former President Donald Trump became the first candidate to win both Iowa and New Hampshire preliminaries in contested races since the states started leading the primary… Read More
Illegal Immigration
U.S. House committee subpoenas HHS in probe of care of unaccompanied minors(The Center Square) – U.S. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, subpoenaed U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra seeking information about policies related to… Read More
2024 election
Analysis: South Carolina even more pivotal for Haley’s uphill quest(The Center Square) – Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, defeated by former President Donald Trump in New Hampshire on Tuesday, has vowed to continue her quest for the Republican… Read More
Inflation
Continued inflation tops list of worries for Democrats, Republicans(The Center Square) – A new poll shows that Democrats and Republicans are concerned more about inflation than other potential crises, but voters from the two parties don’t see eye… Read More
Gender Transition
Transgender health care for Ohio minors banned; no boys on girls sports teams(The Center Square) – The Republican-dominated Ohio Senate followed the House’s lead Wednesday and easily voted to override Republican Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto of a bill that would ban transgender… Read More
Education
Kansas, Missouri families plan Homeschool Capitol Days(The Heartlander) –Homeschooling parents in the Kansas City area don’t take their freedoms for granted – which is why they’re planning a visit to their legislators for a friendly reminder. Read More
Kansas City
Jackson County overrides veto to put 40-year stadium sales tax on April ballot(The Center Square) – The Jackson County Legislature voted on Monday to override County Executive Frank White’s veto and place a 3/8-cent sales tax on the April 2 ballot to… Read More
Crime
In-N-Out announces first restaurant closure ever, citing Oakland crime(The Center Square) – In-N-Out Burger announced it is closing its profitable Oakland location in its first-ever permanent store closure, due to unrelenting crime and violence against customers and employees. Read More
Inflation
Inflationary woes: More chain stores closed in 2023, continuing into 2024(The Center Square) – More chain stores closed in 2023 as a result of high inflationary costs, with the trend continuing in 2024 led by the iconic department store, Macy’s. Read More
Illegal Immigration
Democratic governors seek more migrant funding, border security(The Center Square) — A group of Democratic governors are calling on the Biden administration and Congress to address the immigration crisis by increasing federal funding for states and passing… Read More
2024 election
Haley tries for strong showing against Trump as New Hampshire voters head to polls(The Center Square) – Presidential primary voters are heading to the polls in New Hampshire on Tuesday as former Ambassador Nikki Haley tries to mount an improbable takedown of former… Read More
Gender, Missouri
Missouri school district reverses transgender bathroom policy after community backlash(The Heartlander) — The Wentzville, Missouri school board reversed course on its transgender bathroom policy after two members blew the whistle, leading to public backlash and a lawsuit.The Wentzville Board… Read More