A former Missouri state representative serving probation for leaving the scene after striking a pedestrian on New Year's Day 2008 now faces a civil suit.

Has a cemetery near the heart of downtown Desloge, Missouri, been desecrated? Members of two families with loved ones there say "yes." The police chief says he has no way of telling.

Another Missouri town is considering requiring prescriptions for cold remedies containing pseudoephedrine, a key ingredient in methamphetamine.

Dexter native among fatalities The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports four people died during the New Year's holiday counting period from 6 p.m., Thursday, Dec.

Leon County Commissioner Bob Rackleff became chairman of the County Commission during Tuesday's annual reorganization meeting.

An eastern Missouri soldier who died in Iraq is being remembered with a basketball court dedicated in his name.

Efforts by the Taney County Sheriff's Department to intercept internet crimes has resulted a charge being filed against a St.

On Oct. 26, the City of Monett filed its anticipated lawsuit against Lawrence County, Barry County and the Barry County Emergency Services Board over payments to Monett's two tax increment financing districts.

Leon County Commissioner Bryan Desloge, School Superintendent Jackie Pons and businessman Steve Ghazvini are hosting a fundraiser for County Commissioner Cliff Thaell, who's running for re-election. It will be held 5:30-7 p.m. Monday at Cabell's American Bar & Grill, 2915-301 Kerry Forest Parkway.

The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt.

Now's your chance to get involved in efforts to review Leon County's charter ahead of the 2010 election.

The Leon County Commission is accepting applications for appointment to its first Citizen Charter Review Committee, which will be meeting to discuss and possibly propose charter changes for the 2010 general election.

Secretary of State Robin Carnahan today recognized 30 photos as finalists in the 12th biennial statewide photo contest.

Secretary of State Robin Carnahan today recognized 30 photos as finalists in the 12th biennial statewide photo contest.