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Missouri court upholds ban on transgender care for minors, appeal planned
SUMMARY: A Missouri court has upheld the state’s ban on surgical or medically induced gender transition operations for minors. The ruling, made by Judge Craig Carter, noted the lack of consensus on medical ethics in treating adolescent gender dysphoria, leaving such debates to the legislature. The ACLU and a legal group representing a St. Louis County family plan to appeal, deeming the decision discriminatory. The law allows mental health counseling but prohibits hormone therapy or transition surgeries for minors. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey praised the ruling, asserting it protects children unable to make informed decisions about significant bodily changes.
The judge said heaping piles of witness testimony and evidence stacked in the courtroom were really better suited for legislators or medical experts to sort out. ACLU of Missouri immediately announced plans to appeal, characterizing the decision as “a troubling acceptance of discrimination.”
FULL STORY: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/politics/missouri-court-upholds-ban-transgender-care-for-minors-appeal-planned/63-e2a48eaa-1c1b-415b-98a3-f2985d1e927e
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One more chance of snow Saturday night
SUMMARY: Next week, arctic air will bring a brief break in the weather before more cold air shots and potential wintry weather. A recent snowstorm left 2-3 inches in most areas, with higher totals south of the metro. Another system is expected tomorrow evening with a chance of light snow or mixed precipitation. A cold front will bring more frigid temperatures for early next week, with a potential wintry system around the 19th and 20th.
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MSHP Corporal Thompson talks Friday road conditions
SUMMARY: Corporal Dallas Thompson from the Missouri Highway Patrol discussed current road conditions, noting the presence of wet, sloppy snow making roadways slick. He advised drivers to avoid traveling unless necessary to allow highway crews to clear the roads. The snow is expected to continue throughout the morning, leading to numerous minor accidents but no major road closures reported. The patrol has been responding to multiple calls for help from stranded motorists, indicating a busy morning for their services. Drivers are urged to exercise caution and be prepared for difficult driving conditions.
MSHP Corporal Dallas Thompson joins the morning show to talk about the Friday morning road conditions amidst the ongoing snowfall.
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St. Louis mayoral race features new faces, familiar names
SUMMARY: The St. Louis mayoral primary is approaching, with early voting starting in less than six weeks and a diverse candidate field. Incumbent Mayor Tishaura Jones and former challenger Alderwoman Cara Spencer are running again, but Michael Butler, the Recorder of Deeds, is gaining attention with his campaign slogan “I like Mike.” Butler, a former Missouri State Representative and Democratic Party chairman, emphasizes improving city services, addressing reckless driving, and utilizing funds from a legal settlement with the NFL to rebuild housing. Voters can choose multiple candidates in the non-partisan primary, with the top two proceeding to the general election.
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