Police say Scott Boulevard robbery linked to Columbia killing
Watch live video from Howard County in the player. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia police said Tuesday that the weekend robbery of a business on Scott Boulevard and the shooting death of a man on East Broadway are linked.
Columbia Set to Begin ADA-Compliant Infrastructure Upgrades as MoDOT Focuses on Pedestrian-Friendly Improvements
Columbia, MO, will see ADA-compliant improvements, such as new sidewalks and curb ramps, by MoDOT starting June 19.
UPDATE: Glasgow manhunt connected to Columbia shooting
Officials haven't released any names related to the search. The mayor of Glasgow told KOMU 8 the search is connected a shooting in Columbia that left one person dead. Late Monday, Howard County's E911 Facebook page announced an incident at the Casey's convenience store in Glasgow and said a suspect search was underway as a result.
Columbia City Council to vote again on conversion therapy repeal. Will they finally make a decision?
Columbia City Council will vote on whether to repeal its 2021 conversion therapy ban at its June 17 meeting at 4 p.m.. It needs four votes to move forward.
Look for dense fog in part of Pennsylvania Tuesday morning
“Patchy dense fog will result in reduced visibility below one quarter mile in spots and locally hazardous driving conditions particularly in the higher elevations. Motorists should be prepared for changing visibility and longer travel times,” says the weather service. If you need to drive through fog, remember these safety guidelines:
GAO finds Trump administration’s second violation of federal spending law
GAO found the Institute of Museum and Library Services has cut its funding by more than half in the first five months of this year, compared to recent years.
Local Living: OCSO Summer camps, Cayce Character Camp, Juneteenth Freedom Fest, Juneteenth at Edventure
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)— In today’s look at Local Living, the Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office is hosting two summer camps. The first one is from July 7 to July 11 at New Galilee Christian Church in Holly Hill. And the second is from July 14 to July 18 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Orangeburg.
Canada wildfire near Vancouver contained
A Canadian wildfire that threatened a community near Vancouver was being contained Monday, authorities said, with favorable weather conditions in another region allowing thousands of evacuees to return home.
Lane shift, sidewalk closure announced for Veterans United Drive next month
A lane shift and sidewalk closure will occur in the month of July on Veterans United Drive in Columbia, according to a press release from the city. Crews will work on the sidewalk and drive approach at University of Missouri Health Care's South Providence Medical Park beginning 7 a.
With its movie theater closed and plans in limbo, what’s next for Columbia's 'zombie' mall?
Word of God Church’s website outlines plans to turn the mall into “Compass Premium Mall” with hotels, condominiums, and hopes of making it a tourist attraction.
Americans turn out in more than 2,000 cities for ‘No Kings’ protests
Millions gathered over the weekend at 'No Kings' events to protest the actions and policies of President Donald Trump.
Conservative flagship’s first woman chancellor, Shuly Rubin Schwartz, to step down in 2026
Schwartz, who has headed the Jewish Theological Seminary since 2020, says she never intended a “lengthy tenure.”
Police seek suspect after person burned on Columbia porch
A person was hospitalized with life-threatening burns late Sunday in Columbia and police are seeking a suspect. Officers were called to the 1500 block of Paris Road to help firefighters at about 11:45 p.
Two dead after wrong-way collision in Kershaw County
A late night motor vehicle collision on Interstate-20 in Kershaw County has resulted in the death of two drivers.
True Colors drag troupe inspires audiences to be their true selves
True Colors was inspired by Drag Syndrome, a U.K.-based drag collective made up of artists with Down syndrome, but Chrysanthemum and Forester found this approach somewhat limiting. “We decided it could be for anybody who was interested and wanted to participate and learn more about it,” Forester told the Tribune.
Leonard Lauder, billionaire heir to cosmetics empire, dies at 92
Leonard Lauder, the eldest son of cosmetics pioneers Estée and Joseph H. Lauder and the former head of cosmetics giant Estée Lauder Companies, died on Saturday, according to an announcement by the company.
CASEY RYAN: Accreditors Wield Power To End DEI In Schools
Accreditors wield significant power in determining if universities can receive federal funding or even grant recognized degrees. Institutions of higher
Trump revokes Columbia River salmon restoration deal, citing energy concerns
President Trump signed a memorandum to revoke the Columbia River Basin agreement that would impact the Lower Snake River dams.
2 charged with first-degree murder in Columbia man’s death plead not guilty
Two people charged with first-degree murder in Benton County in a Columbia man’s death appeared in court on Tuesday and pleaded not guilty. Michael Birnbaum, 28, and Kayley Birnbaum, 35, both of Springfield,
Large Police presence reported in East Columbia neighborhood
Columbia police are responding to a standoff situation near the intersection of Valley Creek Lane and Godas Drive on the city’s east side.
Carl 'Tinker' West, East Coast surfing pioneer and early Springsteen manager, has died
Carl "Tinker" West managed the pre-E Street group Steel Mill, which included Bruce Springsteen, Vini Lopez, Danny Federici and Vinnie Roslin.
The Fiction of “Rampant Antisemitism”
The media, universities, the Democratic Party and liberals, by embracing the fiction of “rampant antisemitism,” laid the groundwork for their own demise. Columbia and Princeton, where I have taught, and Harvard,
Pet of the Week: Meet Amaya!
Columbia Animal Services is introducing our newest Pet of the Week in need of a forever home! Amaya is 2-years-old and is very friendly to dogs, cats and kids alike. She is up-to-date on all her vaccinations,
Summer in St. Tammany starts with more music, theater and art
THE MARKET: Visit the Columbia Art Market — Art in the Alley — during the May 30 block party on Columbia Street from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on downtown streets. The vendors offering fine art will all be created by St. Tammany Art Association members. Visit the market at 320 N. Columbia St.
Memorial Day ceremony at Fort Jackson
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)–A Memorial Day ceremony took place at Fort Jackson National Cemetery Monday morning. On Monday, May 26, servicemen and women, veterans, family, and friends stood in solidarity and paid tribute to the sacrifices made for freedom.
Trump Suggests Giving Trade Schools Money Taken From Harvard
In a social media post, the president mused about redirecting $3 billion in research grant funding that his administration has frozen or withdrawn, but he gave no details.
Why is the Columbia River at a crossroads? Here are some of the biggest questions
PALO ALTO, Calif. — The Columbia River is at a crossroads. Negotiations between the U.S. and Canada over the river’s benefits are stalled. Thirteen runs of salmon and steelhead are threatened with extinction in the river basin. Hydropower supplies are pushed to the brink.
98th annual Memorial Day wreath laying ceremony to take place in Boone County on Monday
The 98th annual Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony will be held at the Boone County Courthouse Plaza at 9 a.m. Monday, honoring veterans who have died in the line of duty. The General Omar N. Bradley Mid-Missouri chapter of the Military Officers Association of America will sponsor this 40-minute ceremony.
How banks are navigating M&A as unrealized losses persist
Rising bond yields are putting fresh pain on some banks' bond portfolios, but that doesn't mean acquisitions of those lenders are off the table.
Robert Shapiro, Who Made NutraSweet a Household Name, Dies at 86
His promotion of the sugar substitute was a success. But later, as head of Monsanto, he faced blowback after the company rushed into genetically altered products.
Bigfork uses big 3rd to beat Whitefish
Mason Lewis drove in a pair of runs on a third inning double as Bigfork defeated Whitefish 9-2 in high school baseball Saturday. Lewis' hit came during a six-run frame for the Vikings (13-4 overall, 13-2 in North games) and put Bigfork ahead 4-1.
Wilmot wins 2 sprints, C-Falls boys win ABC title
Whitefish's Rachael Wilmot ran to wins in the 100 and 200 meters and Columbia Falls' rode Lane Voermans, Oliver Kress and depth to the boys team title, to highlight the Nelson-Thomas ABC meet held Saturday.
Narciso Polanco goes 5-for-5, RiverDogs offense explodes in 10-6 win
Charleston, SC - Third baseman Narciso Polanco went 5-for-5 with two RBIs and three stolen bases as the Charleston RiverDogs overpowered the Columbia Fireflies 10-6 on Saturday night in front of 3,847 fans at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
‘TIME for Kids’ excites Columbia River Gorge second-graders
Second-grade teacher Doreen Wilsdon said Columbia River Gorge Elementary School students read “TIME for Kids,” a news source aimed at covering a variety of timely news topics.
Columbia River marine exporters brace for Trump tariff impacts while importers already feeling pain
Southwest Washington’s Columbia River international exporters are bracing for the Trump administration’s ever-intensifying trade war. Many importers already feel the pain.
Columbia Falls downs Whitefish, secures North conference
On a warm Friday evening, Columbia Falls head coach Chad Green was showered off with a water bucket as the team celebrated their 12-0 victory over their rival Whitefish in high school baseball at Smith Fields.