Forward SGF, the city’s 20-year comprehensive plan adopted in November 2022, calls for an overhaul of the land development code, which determines land use regulations within the city limits.

The U.S. Department of Labor finalized and issued a new rule earlier this month that impacts how businesses classify independent contractors.

For the second time in as many years, legislation to support the child care industry that state officials say has bipartisan support is seeking passage in Jefferson City.

Judge Derek Ankrom gives the attorneys in the case two weeks to file summaries for him to consider in his decision on the commercial development at the corner of Sunshine and National.

One did not gather enough signatures, according to a district official.

Statehouse columnist Phill Brooks discusses bills with unrelated issues added to them.

Council had originally considered a measure that would have rejected Council of Churches of the Ozarks’ funding bid. 

Attorney Andy Peebles: "Choosing the right trustee is a critical decision in the establishment and administration of a trust."

Lynne Haggerman of Lynne Haggerman & Associates goes over recent law changes impacting employers.

Attorney Stephen F. Aton: "Each situation is different and can only be evaluated as part of an overall plan for your estate."

SBJ interviews the new city attorney for Springfield.

From AI-powered research to a new bar exam, these are the latest law trends to streamline processes and free up time.

Trial to weigh enforceability of deed restrictions.

Newsmakers in the areas of banking & finance, health care, law and manufacturing.

Planning & Zoning objects to procedural change.

Italian restaurant Amici opened; Springfield-based law firm Neale & Newman LLC moved its Branson office; and an O’Reilly Auto Parts hub store launched.

The process of annexing land into Springfield city limits may soon look very different if legislation proposed by Missouri Sen. Curtis Trent, R-Springfield, is adopted by the state General Assembly.

As a presidential election looms 10 months from now, local and state officials say the outlook for the Missouri General Assembly’s 2024 legislative session is looking like a mixed bag.

Officials expect economic pressures will continue to boost pay for workers.

Spending plan for 2024 puts county in strong position, budget chief reports.