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Friday, August 2 - Election Preview: Personality in the GOP gubernatorial primary Aug 02, 2024

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In the Republican primary for Missouri Governor – three candidates have the best chance of winning on Tuesday: Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft, State Sen. Bill Eigel and Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe. Though there are policy differences between the candidates, this race is more about personality. St. Louis Public Radio’s Sarah Kellogg breaks down the Republican primary for Governor.

Thursday, August 1 - Election Previews: A heated race in MO-1, and little competition in MO-6 Aug 01, 2024

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An election preview double feature: In Missouri’s sprawling sixth district, U.S. Congressman Sam Graves has represented voters for more than two decades. He’s heavily favored to retain his seat this year–even as some critics say he’s lost touch with the district over the years. Plus, Missouri’s 1st Congressional District Democratic primary could determine what type of political leadership takes hold throughout the St. Louis region. St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum breaks down the high-stakes race between Congresswoman Cori Bush and St. Louis County Prosecutor Wesley Bell.

Wednesday, July 31 - Election Preview: Democrats' uphill battle to the governorship Jul 31, 2024

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Two Springfield Democrats are the main contenders for their party’s nomination to be Missouri’s next governor. Missouri House Minority Leader Crystal Quade announced her campaign for governor in July of 2023. Businessman Mike Hamra declared his candidacy months later, bringing a large checkbook with him. As St. Louis Public Radio’s Sarah Kellogg reports, Democrats see a proposed constitutional amendment legalizing abortion as a boon to their campaigns.

Tuesday, July 30 - Election Preview: 5 GOP candidates for 2nd in command Jul 30, 2024

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Unlike many other states, the lieutenant governor in Missouri doesn't run on a ticket with the governor. Instead, voters elect the state’s second-in-command. As Noah Taborda reports, five Republicans are trying to distinguish themselves enough to capture the nomination despite the position's limited authority.

Monday, July 29 - The future of nuclear energy Jul 29, 2024

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Missouri’s only nuclear power plant is turning 40 this year, and Illinois recently cleared the way for small modular nuclear reactors by repealing a moratorium. St. Louis Public Radio’s Kate Grumke takes us inside the plant to find out how nuclear energy might evolve in coming years in Missouri and Illinois.

Monday, July 29 - The future of nuclear energy Jul 29, 2024

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Friday, July 26 - Catching up with a track star, and previewing the Senate race Jul 26, 2024

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Missouri’s Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate is not as contentious as other races on the Aug. 6 ballot. But as St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum reports, the winner of the contest between attorney Lucas Kunce and state Sen. Karla May will then take part in what’s sure to be a closely-watched race against incumbent GOP Sen. Josh Hawley. Plus, St. Louis Public Radio's Brian Munoz chats with local Olympian Brandon Miller ahead of the Opening Ceremony in Paris.

Thursday, July 25 - Election Preview: GOP AG candidates play the Trump card Jul 25, 2024

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There are two Republicans running for Missouri Attorney General, including the current office holder. Andrew Bailey, who Gov. Mike Parson appointed to the position in 2022, faces Will Scharf in the August 6th primary. As St. Louis Public Radio’s Sarah Kellogg reports, in the middle of a contentious campaign, former president Donald Trump looms large.

Wednesday, July 24 - Election Preview: The power of an endorsement in MO-3 Jul 24, 2024

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Missouri Republicans in the state’s 3rd Congressional District essentially have two former state senators to choose from to replace Blaine Luetkemeyer: Bob Onder and Kurt Schaefer. As St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum reports, the candidates are taking different approaches to the combative contest.

Tuesday, July 23 - Amendment 4 Jul 23, 2024

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Amendment 4 on the ballot Missouri Voters will get this August 6 election asks voters whether Kansas City should be required to increase funding for police. The city’s mayor is opposed. We’ll learn more about the measure, and why voters are seeing it for a second time

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