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A Columbia city council race, a rural school funding proposal and an extension of the senior property tax freeze are on the ballot.
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Kansas City Chiefs president Mark Donovan asked Kansas officials to alter the deadline for a state incentive package “in light of substantial progress the Chiefs have made in discussions” about building a new stadium, headquarters, or other facilities across state lines. -
The trial for a man accused in the 2023 shooting at Plush Lounge ended on its fourth day Thursday. -
The project broke ground on Nov. 30 and has picked up significant pace in the spring and summer months. -
With the state now overseeing the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Bailey will represent the agency when it's facing certain litigation. -
The Missouri Hospital Association strongly opposed a plan to cap medical provider taxes at 3.5%. -
Some policymakers and health advocates say Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” could be “devastating” to thousands of Missourians who rely on Medicaid and live in rural communities.
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When someone says something nice about us, it can make us feel awkward and uncomfortable. Researchers explain the science behind those emotions — and make the case for accepting genuine praise. -
A federal appeals court ruled Friday to uphold a lower court's temporary order blocking the Trump administration from conducting indiscriminate immigration stops and arrests in Southern California. -
A three-day National Transportation Safety Board hearing on the deadliest U.S. aviation accident in decades dug into problems with altimeters, chopper routes and the busy Washington, D.C., airspace.
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Learn more about frog gigging (or frogging) on this week's Discover Nature.
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It's "kitten season" at Central Missouri Humane Society in Columbia! Michelle Casey, associate director and capital campaign manager, says they're actively seeking foster homes to care for them. Michelle also talks about 'Give Them Love', an ongoing effort to raise money for a new adoption center. July 22, 2025 -
University of Missouri researchers have genetically engineered plants to produce more oil and protein, paving the way for more efficient, sustainable biofuels that don’t compete with food crops. -
The grant was part of a plan to develop a more welcoming gateway on the edge of Columbia. -
The Columbia Police Department will add six new positions, which is 45 less than requested by Police Chief Jill Schlude. -
The Voluntary Action Center provides discounted backpacks filled with school supplies for Boone County families within the 200% of the federal poverty limit. However, inflation has changed how much they'll cost to produce.
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In this episode, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Moana Lutey, the county clerk in Maui County, Hawaii.
They spoke about the impact the 2023 Hawaii wildfires had on the communities of Maui – including figuring out how to run elections. They also spoke about the efforts in Maui County to get residents to update their signatures, in an effort to ensure that every voter’s vote gets counted.
They spoke about the impact the 2023 Hawaii wildfires had on the communities of Maui – including figuring out how to run elections. They also spoke about the efforts in Maui County to get residents to update their signatures, in an effort to ensure that every voter’s vote gets counted.
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