Doug Clemens

Rep. Doug Clemens wants robust policy response to radioactive waste investigation

Jason Rosenbaum

The St. Ann Democrat has spent decades seeking a governmental response to radioactive waste contamination stemming from the Manhattan Project throughout the St. Louis region.

Environmental activist Steve Taylor says that a January 1988 freight-train derailment, near the evacuated town of Times Beach, Missouri (two miles east of Eureka), may have played a critical role in the cancellation of plans for radioactive waste shipments through the area.

Health, Science & Environment

What the EPA鈥檚 accelerated Superfund cleanups mean in a region with a long legacy of contamination

Evie Hemphill

For those concerned about Superfund sites in Missouri and Illinois, the EPA鈥檚 newly announced cleanup plans for 49 sites across the U.S come as great news. But community members say it鈥檚 also a reminder of just how much work still needs to be done.

State Rep. Becky Ruth, R-Festus, introduces HB1 during the 2019 Special Session on Sept. 11, 2019.

Government, Politics & Issues

Car Tax Legislation Passes House, Heads To Senate

Jaclyn Driscoll

The Missouri House approved a measure Wednesday to allow car buyers to trade in multiple vehicles to reduce sales tax responsibility when buying a newer鈥�

Government, Politics & Issues

Politically Speaking: Rep. Doug Clemens On Medicaid Drop Of Children 鈥� And The West Lake Landfill

Jason Rosenbaum

The latest episode of Politically Speaking features state Rep. Doug Clemens talking to 漏 2024 外网天堂鈥檚 Julie O'Donoghue and Jason Rosenbaum about鈥�