Trial to weigh enforceability of deed restrictions.

Planning & Zoning objects to procedural change.

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.

A real estate deal has cleared the way for Springfield’s second Target store – part of a $60 million development plan on the city’s west side.

Brendan Griesemer is appointed to the role shortly after his retirement from the city of Springfield.

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

Developer signals intention to apply for planned development rezoning designation at corner of Sunshine and National in lieu of existing request.

Council members mull accountability and influence in split decision over election measure. 

SBJ interviews developers who are rehabilitating dilapidated residences.

The commission approves 51 small-business applications in latest round.

Jan. 8 Springfield City Council agenda includes two items that would go before voters in April 2 election. 

All of the state's metropolitan areas post decreases in November, according to latest federal data.

They said it. We're reporting it. Thirteen forecasts lead the way into the new year.

Reporter Karen Craigo delves into government and development coverage and analysis.

New Cingular Wireless is picked for an $848,602 grant for projects in Bates, Jasper and Vernon counties.

A decision is expected within days on whether a case pitting University Heights residents against BK&M can move forward. 

Missouri attorney general's office announces restitution order for James Enloe of Enloe Exteriors.

 Reflecting on 2023, the SBJ newsroom ranked the Top 10 stories that impacted regional business.