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Governor criticizes secretary's refusal on cannabis regulation affecting children's safety

By KC Reporter | Aug 22, 2024

Jefferson City — Yesterday, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft refused to sign off on the emergency rulemaking process associated with Governor Mike Parson's Executive Order 24-10, which prohibits the sale of unregulated psychoactive cannabis products. In response, Governor Parson expressed his deep dissatisfaction and issued a formal rebuke.

Medical experts release findings on remains of Sister Wilhelmina Lancaster

By KC Reporter | Aug 22, 2024

Most Reverend Bishop James V. Johnston of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph has released the results of an examination and evaluation by medical experts concerning the remains of Sister Wilhelmina Lancaster, OSB.

Jefferson City man sentenced to 16 years for armed bank robbery

By KC Reporter | Aug 22, 2024

A Jefferson City, Mo., man was sentenced in federal court today for the armed robbery of a Jefferson City credit union.

Two Columbia men plead guilty in federal court for bank fraud conspiracy

By KC Reporter | Aug 20, 2024

Two Columbia Men Plead Guilty to Bank Fraud Conspiracy

Governor Parson concludes final trade mission highlighting $3 billion investment success

By KC Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

Jefferson City — Governor Parson recently concluded his final trade mission, marking a series of efforts aimed at enhancing Missouri's economic standing. Throughout these missions, Parson emphasized the state's central location, low taxes, robust economy, skilled workforce, and improving infrastructure.

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KC Reporter area weekly mass times

By KC Reporter | Aug 17, 2024

The following parishes in the KC Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Governor Parson appoints new judge to 26th Judicial Circuit

By KC Reporter | Aug 16, 2024

Jefferson City — Today, Governor Mike Parson announced a judicial appointment to the 26th Judicial Circuit.

Motorcycle club members indicted for armed assaults against rivals

By KC Reporter | Aug 15, 2024

Eighteen members and associates of the Pagan’s Motorcycle Club have been indicted by a federal grand jury for a series of armed assaults against members of rival motorcycle clubs.

Governor Parson hosts celebration with Dolly Parton for Imagination Library

By KC Reporter | Aug 14, 2024

Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson, in collaboration with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), have announced a celebration event featuring Dolly Parton and her Imagination Library team. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at 11 a.m. in Kansas City, Missouri.

Ohio man sentenced for transporting meth through Kansas City aboard bus

By KC Reporter | Aug 14, 2024

An Akron, Ohio man was sentenced in federal court today for transporting over 27 kilograms of methamphetamine through Kansas City, Mo., aboard a bus.

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KC Reporter area weekly mass times

By KC Reporter | Aug 10, 2024

The following parishes in the KC Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Governor Parson announces two judicial appointments

By KC Reporter | Aug 9, 2024

Jefferson City — Today, Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the 11th and 24th Judicial Circuits.

Governor Parson announces trade mission to strengthen ties with Panama

By KC Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

Jefferson City — From August 10-13, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson will travel to the Republic of Panama for an international trade mission. Panama is a key trade partner for Missouri, with $37 million in exports in 2023.

Clinton man sentenced for receiving child pornography

By KC Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

A Clinton, Mo., man who is a registered sex offender has been sentenced in federal court for receiving child pornography over the internet.

Diocese initiates canonical investigation following allegation against deacon

By KC Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

On August 1, the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph became aware of an accusation of inappropriate sexual contact with a minor between 1982-1984 in the Archdiocese of St. Louis made against Brother Ralph Wehner through a pending lawsuit. An initial investigation was immediately launched by the diocese to determine any potential connection to Deacon Ralph Wehner who is assigned to the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph.