Would Amendment 3’s abortion exceptions actually work?

By Jason Hancock | Editor-in-Chief

Good morning,

Supporters of Amendment 3 say their proposal isn't a total abortion ban. They point to exceptions for rape, incest and medical emergencies as proof.

But those exceptions only matter if patients can find doctors willing and able to provide care.

Physicians and legal experts warn that the threat of prosecution, uncertainty about who qualifies and the possible return of Missouri's old abortion restrictions could leave women without options, even when an abortion is technically legal.

Anna Spoerre examines what happened under Missouri's previous ban — and whether the protections promised in Amendment 3 would translate into actual medical care.

by Anna Spoerre

Supporters say the proposal protects rape survivors and women facing medical emergencies. Doctors and legal experts raise doubts.

by Erin Hynes

Four media organizations have filed a lawsuit against the Missouri State Highway Patrol alleging the patrol’s redacted crash reports violate the state’s open records law.

by Rudi Keller

A day after the surprise resignation of Missouri’s interim commissioner of education, the State Board of Education announced a new interim leader Wednesday.

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