Executions at lowest level since 1991

WASHINGTON (AP) – The number of people executed in the United States this year dropped to the lowest level since 1991, as states impose fewer death sentences and defendants in capital cases have access to better legal help. The Death Penalty Information Center, a group that opposes executions and tracks the issue, says 28 inmates…

Missouri unemployment rate falls to 4.7 percent

( KTRS ) Missouri’s unemployment rate has fallen to its lowest point since 2006. The state Department of Economic Development reports that Missouri’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.7 percent in November. That’s down from October and is the lowest mark since April 2006. Missouri’s seasonally adjusted employment rose by 2,200 jobs from October to November.…