SUMMARY: A Missouri circuit judge ruled that the wording of a proposed abortion rights amendment for the November ballot is insufficient to inform voters of its implications. Although the ruling does not remove the measure from the ballot, proponents have until Tuesday to appeal to the Missouri Supreme Court. The court will hear the case on the same day the state finalizes the ballot for printing. The amendment aims to enshrine the right to abortion in the state constitution.

A Missouri judge on Friday ruled that an abortion-rights campaign did not meet legal requirements to qualify for the November ballot, potentially thwarting a yearslong effort to undo the state’s near-total abortion ban.

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SUMMARY: A fatal early morning crash occurred on Interstate 55 near Jefferson County, involving a 40-year-old driver, James Nelson. He crashed his Chrysler Crossfire into an unprotected construction zone around 2:00 AM, resulting in a collision with another vehicle. The accident led to a temporary shutdown of the interstate, causing significant traffic delays. Emergency services responded quickly, requiring the use of specialized equipment to extricate Nelson from his vehicle before he was airlifted to a medical facility. The incident highlights the dangers posed by unbarricaded construction zones on highways.

One man has died and another man is hurt after a crash Friday morning in Jefferson County, according to the Missouri State …

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SUMMARY: September is Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of recognizing this common heart condition that affects approximately 25% of individuals over 40. Dr. Mitch Battiste from Barnes-Jewish Hospital emphasizes that AFib increases stroke risk by five times. It often occurs alongside conditions like high blood pressure and sleep apnea. Symptoms may include shortness of breath and racing pulse, but many patients show no symptoms, raising their stroke risk. Regular check-ups are vital for early detection. Dr. Battiste encourages patients to consult their primary care providers and stresses that early treatment can prevent strokes.

Dr. Mitch Faddis of Barnes Jewish Hospital West County, joins us in studio to talk about the importance of knowing the signs of this heart condition.

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