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Human bird flu leaps into Canada

Human bird flu has hospitalized a Canadian teenager at British Columbia Children’s Hospital. He is the first person in Canada to test positive for the

Documented gang member charged in Wells-Goodfellow shooting: Police

A St. Louis Circuit Court judge signed an arrest warrant for a documented gang member accused of a shooting in the city’s Wells-Goodfellow neighborhood.

Know Your Ballot: The Implications of Amendment 3 on “Reproductive Freedom” in Missouri

RobyLane Kelley Editorial Assistant This article explains the phrasing in Amendment 3 of the 2024 Missouri Ballot, which aligns with the purpose of the “Know your Ballot” series. These articles are in no way an endorsement by the Northeast News Staff.

Oklahoma vs. Missouri tickets: Cheapest price, date for college football SEC game

Missouri hosts Oklahoma in Week 11 of the college football season. Here's how to get the best prices on tickets for the SEC game.

Columbia man indicted in fentanyl overdose death case

A Columbia man has been indicted by a Boone County grand jury for the overdose death of a woman in June. 30-year-old Zachary Muro was indicted on multiple charges-including 2nd degree murder-by a grand jury on Friday, Nov. 1. Muro allegedly provided the woman a gram of fentanyl, which led to the woman overdosing and dying as a result.

Missouri voters poised to deliver a split decision on the GOP and abortion

Other than the U.S. Senate contest and the abortion question, other races have been relatively quiet, reflecting Republican dominance in Missouri.

Boone County government, school leaders look for ways to serve growing workforce

Providing services such as childcare for a growing workforce is one of the major challenges Boone County leaders took on during a joint meeting Friday among the City of Columbia, Boone County government,

Food Bank Market marks first year, prepares for resource fair Winter Ready Fest

The Food Bank Market from the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri is marking its one-year milestone. The market first opened Nov. 1, 2023 and celebrated a grand opening in May. The market, at 705 Business Loop 70 W.

In Remembrance: 5 grocery concepts and companies that got buried in 2024

From the demise of Dom’s Kitchen & Market to the shuttering of Schnucks’ Eatwell banner, the industry has put several things to rest this year.

Missouri Democrats look to get back on the map

Kamala Harris won't be campaigning in Missouri in the final stages of her too-close-to-call presidential campaign against Donald Trump. But if the Show-Me State is ever going to regain the bellwether status it once had in presidential races,

What’s in your weed? A Missouri state lab to check industry claims

Missouri plans to spend millions from state marijuana taxes on a laboratory to help regulators keep tabs on the safety and potency of more than $1 billion of joints, edibles

Barron Trump isn’t your regular university student: Trump’s youngest son lives with mom and dad in New York

Donald Trump’s youngest son Barron is attending New York University, and is unsurprisingly not living in NYU’s dormitories, but rather at Trump Tower.

New study advocates for stronger helmet laws for motorcyclists

A study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found that states with helmet laws for motorcyclists have a 37% decrease in motorcyclist deaths. If every state had required all riders to wear helmets between 1976 and 2022,

Missouri farmers respond to dry conditions with early hay feeding

Though dry conditions have been milder this year, farmers have had to adjust feeding practices to support the livestock.

Prep Volleyball: Helias JV wins title

COLUMBIA — The Helias Lady Crusaders posted a 5-0-1 record Saturday to win the Hickman JV Tournament. Helias went 2-0-1 in pool play, starting with a split against Battle, losing the first set 24-26 and winning the second 25-15. The Lady Crusaders then swept Union (25-10, 25-11) and Blair Oaks (25-15, 25-14).

Evergy plans to build two new natural gas plants in Kansas by 2030

The largest electric utility in Kansas and western Missouri will add two natural gas plants by the end of 2030, the company announced Monday.

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Missouri on Election Day

Nov. 5 is Election Day in Missouri, where the race for the White House tops the list of federal, state and local contests that will be put to voters to decide.

Many Boone County residents spend too much on housing, study finds

Over half of Boone County renters often spend more than the recommended 30% of their income on costs associated with housing, a new study revealed last Thursday.

Here's what you need to know: Tuesday, Oct. 22

The Columbia City Council voted to approve a community paramedic program and a new alluvial well near the McBaine Water Treatment Plant.

Suspected Columbia prowler arrested after string of burglaries dating to 2020

Female Columbia residents said in November 2022 they were feeling on edge after a string of break-ins on South Old 63, which has several complexes that primarily house students.

Retired Fox High science teacher Art Kasey dies

Retired Fox High School science teacher Art Kasey has died. Arnold Police reported that Kasey was found dead in his home at approximately 9:45 a.m. today, Oct. 21. A time and cause of death was not available today. Kasey was 84, police reported.

Missouri’s Secretary of State candidates discuss initiative petition process, abortion question

Democratic state Rep. Barbara Phifer and Republican Sen. Denny Hoskins will face off in the race for Missouri's Secretary of State on Nov. 5. The Secretary of State serves as Missouri's chief elections official and is responsible for maintaining and preserving records,

Columbia City Council to vote on community paramedic program

The Columbia City Council is set to vote on a community paramedic program and hear public input on a proposed well near the McBaine Water Treatment Plant Monday night.

Endowed Gift Establishes Faculty Fellowship in Business Law

A $500,000 gift will establish the Robert B. Neece Endowed Faculty Fellowship in Business Law at the U of A School of Law.

Man hospitalized after late-night shooting in Columbia

Columbia police say a man was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting Sunday night.In a social media post, Columbia police said offi

Holleman: Bob Onder goes into congressional race as well-funded favorite

Onder, a former GOP state senator from Lake Saint Louis, faces Democrat Bethany Mann of St. Peters in the Nov. 5 election for 3rd Congressional District seat.

Crash on McCarty Street leaves driver with serious injuries

A single-vehicle crash Sunday night left a driver with serious injures, the Jefferson City Police Department said in a news release. The crash happened shortly after 7:30 p.m. at the East McCarty Street roundabout just off Highway 50/63. According to police, the driver had exited off the highway McCarty but lost control in the roundabout.

Heartland schools shine at Missouri Sports Hall of Fame 2024 inductions

The Hall of Fame inducted 11 individuals and four teams on Sunday in Columbia as part of the Class of 2024. Mizzou legends like sportscaster John Anderson, two-time undefeated National Wrestling Champion Ben Askren and former All-American QB Chase Daniel headlined the ceremony.

More Missouri Task Force 1 members to come home this week

Missouri Task Force 1 members who were deployed to North Carolina for Hurricane Helene relief will come home over the next few days, according to a Wednesday press release from the Boone County Fire Protection District.

Is Missouri football considering lineup changes? Breaking down some midseason competition

As Missouri football turns to Auburn and the second half of its season, here are five positions where there could be lineup changes.

Columbia launches $9.2 million sewer rehabilitation project

Lee White, the engineering manager for the City of Columbia, says the sewer rehabilitation project will start in January or February 2025.

Boone Health lawsuit filed by MU professor claims Sunshine Law violation

A lawsuit filed by a University of Missouri professor last week claims Boone Health violated the Missouri Sunshine Law. Mark Horvit -- a professor at the University of Missouri School of Journalism and editor of the Columbia Missourian – filed the lawsuit on Oct.

Oregon, Penn State move behind No. 1 Texas; Army, Navy both ranked for 1st time since '60; Mizzou up 2 to 19

Oregon and Penn State each moved up a spot in The Associated Press college football poll following thrilling wins in high-profile games.

Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson has surgery on fractured tibia, fibula with no timeline for return

Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson had successful surgery to repair a fractured tibia and fibula he sustained against the Dallas Cowboys. The Lions announced Monday morning that Hutchinson had the surgery at Baylor White Medical Center in the Dallas area.

Tigers dive into the 2024-2025 season, starting with an intersquad meet

The Black and Gold meet showcased impressive swims and boasted a competitive drive for the rest of the season

Here is how to watch Missouri football at UMass. TV channel, streaming info, kickoff time

Here is everything you need to know to watch Missouri football take on UMass on the road, including TV channel, kickoff time and streaming options:

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