The annual license for Planned Parenthood’s St. Louis abortion clinic was due to lapse at midnight Friday, which would make Missouri the only state without a functioning abortion clinic. St. Louis Circuit Judge Michael Stelzer heard arguments Thursday on Planned Parenthood’s request for a temporary restraining order that would prohibit Missouri from allowing the clinic’s abortion license to end. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services has cited concerns with “failed abortions,” compromised patient safety and legal violations at the St. Louis clinic. Planned Parenthood officials have said Missouri is “weaponizing” the licensing process. Those arrested included an alderwoman and Planned Parenthood board members.

Source: thestar May 31, 2019 14:15 UTC