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Trash services for Columbia, Fulton impacted by Veterans Day holiday

Several states and city offices in Missouri observe Veterans Day on Monday, and trash services will be impacted in at least two Mid-Missouri cities. The City of Columbia wrote on its website that city offices will be closed and that curbside trash will not be picked up that day.

Onder wins 3rd District seat in Congress

Republican Bob Onder was the frontrunner to represent Missouri's 3rd Congressional District, according to early vote results Tuesday night.

Luther Burden probable, two starters questionable for Missouri football vs Auburn

The star Missouri football wide receiver was listed ... meaning he is expected to suit up for their game against Auburn on Saturday in Columbia. Burden left the Tigers’ game against UMass ...

Wright County poll workers drown in floodwaters

Two Wright County poll workers drowned Tuesday morning on the way to work Election Day, Springfield NBC affiliate KY3 reported.

Here's how many electoral votes each US state gets

States award electoral votes largely on a winner-takes-all basis, with a candidate needing a majority of 270 votes to win.

Where did Trent Pierce, Aidan Shaw go? Dennis Gates explains Missouri basketball rotation in loss

After giving Missouri basketball “good minutes” in the first half, Aidan Shaw and Trent Pierce didn’t see the court until late in the second. Here’s why:

Missouri candidates make closing arguments as election season winds down

With key questions on the ballot, including one that would lift Missouri’s ban on abortion, Republicans and Democrats said strong early voting numbers were an indication of high voter interest in a state that is expected to go strong for former President ...

Election officials remind voters of electioneering rules as thousands vote early

Thousands of voters in mid-Missouri have already cast their ballots ahead of Election Day during no-excuse absentee voting.

Columbia valet service offering free rides to polls on Election Day

First/Last Mile Valet Service is offering free rides to and from polling places on Election Day from the time polls open until they close.

British man sentenced to 18 years for using AI to make child sexual abuse imagery

A British man who used artificial intelligence to create images of child abuse was sent to prison for 18 years. The court sentenced Hugh Nelson after he pleaded guilty to a number of sexual offences including making and distributing indecent images of children and distributing “indecent pseudo photographs of children.

Left Coast ex-CEO wants court receiver to work out frozen funds

The former chief is asking for a court-appointed receiver to oversee fund distribution and a forensic audit before processing claims.

Faith, 'common sense conservative' values guide Martin in run for state House seat

“I think this is going to be a better fit for me as a conservative, you know, small business owner,” Martin said of running in District 44. “The 44th has shown it’s definitely a more red district, more of a common-sense conservative type.”

Prop A would raise minimum wage, mandate paid sick leave

Proposition A follows a trend of increasing minimum wage over the past several years in Missouri. Proposition B, passed in 2018, raised the minimum wage annually from $9.45 at that time until it reached $12 in 2023. It currently sits at $12.30, meaning full-time minimum wage workers make $492 per week.

2 people fatally shot in a rural area of northern Austria

Police say two people have been fatally shot in a rural area of northern Austria. The suspected shooter is on the run. The body of a man was found early Monday in the Muehlviertel area of Upper Austria province.

CPD welcomes an additional eight officers to the department

The Columbia Police Department welcomed eight new officers to the department on Saturday, according to a social media post. The post states the individuals graduated from the Law Enforcement Training Institute's Summer 2024 Academy Oct.

Columbia Police Department welcomes eight new officers

The Columbia Police Department welcomed eight new officers to the department on Saturday, according to a Facebook post . According to the post, the eight officers graduated from the Law Enforcement Training Institute's Summer 2024 Academy on Oct. 24.

Columbia Basin Railroad receives $11.55 million federal grant

A regional railroad has received an $11.55 million federal grant to rehabilitate a section of its line. Washington Sens. Maria Cantwell and Patty Murray announced the award Thursday.

RECAP: Mizzou maintaining belief despite suffering second loss of season

We have everything we want ahead of us, so I guarantee you every single guy in that locker room is going to hold their head high and come to practice next week to give everything they can," Mizzou quarterback Drew Pyne said.

A BRIGHTER TOMORROW: How political divisiveness affects mental health

Missouri mental health experts say political divisiveness can worsen mental health and that it's possible to agree to disagree.

Ulman man injured in Miller County crash Friday night

An Ulman man was injured in a single-vehicle crash in Miller County Friday night. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report, Caleb Robinett, 26, of Ulman, was driving on Route C near Jackson Cemetery Rd.

Missouri doctors and volunteers unite to advocate for reproductive rights

In Columbia, a physician joined volunteers from Missourians for Constitutional Freedom to canvass in support of Amendment 3.

Boone County to host no-excuse absentee voting at Douglass High School on Sunday

Douglass High School will serve as a no-excuse absentee voting location for Boone County voters on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Boone County Government Center, which opened no-excuse absentee voting on Oct.

Tracking a pleasant Sunday ahead of a big warmup

TODAY: Sunny and mild with high temperatures just shy of 70 degrees. Winds out of the south remain light between 8 to 12 mph. TOMORROW: Very breezy with southerly winds increasing to 10-15 mph, gusting up to 30 mph all day.

Tracking warm, breezy weather before rain brings relief

TONIGHT: I'm tracking partly cloudy sky conditions with winds shifting out of the south at 5-8 mph. Temperatures will drop into the low 40s by the end of the night. TOMORROW: I'm tracking a sunny day with temperatures warming into the upper 60s and low 70s by the afternoon hours.

Missouri AMVETS Games bring fun and awareness to an important cause

The Missouri AMVETS Games kicked off in Jefferson City, raising awareness for veterans' support through friendly competitions.

Amendment 7 supporters cite election integrity; opponents call it misleading

As it pertains to noncitizen voting, nonsupporters argue it's an unnecessary addition to the amendment. They say it is "ballot candy," a term used to describe a misleading addition to a particular amendment that is meant to sway the vote.

FOOTBALL: Missouri prep scores, Oct. 24-25

Today’s story on Democrat Jen Tracy is the first of a two-part series on the race for 120th state representative, which will be decided in the Nov. 5 general election. Part two in next week’s edition will be on Republican John Hewkin. Vianney 35, Belleville West, Ill. 27

Boonville woman seriously hurt in Cooper County crash Friday night

A Boonville woman was seriously hurt in a crash in Cooper County at around 8:30 p.m. Friday night, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. The report states Breanna Connell, 27, of Boonville,

Columbia produce stand with affordable, local products is many's 'first stop'

Bay has been selling produce in Parkade Plaza for 10 to 15 years. Bay said he mainly sources his produce from Amish and Mennonite farmers and other local growers. He said it more affordable to get his produce from these farmers, but he mostly focuses on the quality of his produce.

Auburn falters again, can’t close in loss to No. 19 Missouri: Ups and downs

It should’ve been a win — a much-needed one — for the visiting Tigers. Instead, the opposing Tigers would rally back from a nine-point deficit to hand Auburn a 21-17 loss, its fourth straight, which keeps it winless in Southeastern Conference play.

Eldon motorcycle driver seriously injured after collision with SUV in Moniteau County

The 20-year-old motorcycle driver reportedly struck an SUV on Missouri 87 north of Eldon and was thrown from the vehicle, according to the crash report. The driver of the SUV was not injured, according to the report. The man was airlifted to University Hospital in Columbia.

What channel is Auburn vs Missouri on today? Time, TV schedule to watch Week 8 game

What channel is Auburn football vs Missouri game on today? Here's how to watch, including time, TV schedule, live streaming info and game odds.

No lead found in Columbia water lines, but thousands left unchecked

The city says they can confirm about 47,000 water service lines don't contain lead. Approximately 3,000 weren't able to be assessed.

City of Columbia launches $9.2 million sewer rehabilitation project

The $9.2 million project, which targets drainage basins in key locations such as downtown, Flat Branch, and Meredith Branch, aims to prevent sewer issues and improve overall public health and sanitation for thousands of residents.

Ron Graves announces intent to run for Columbia’s Fourth Ward seat

Ron Graves announced his bid for the Columbia City Council Fourth Ward seat on Tuesday night in a press release. Multiple seats on the Columbia City Council will be up for grabs in April, including Wards 3,

State recognizes local businesses with celebratory week

"Buy Missouri" is an event held by the Lieutenant Governor's office. It's intent is to promote products such as food, jewelry and other such items made in the state with locally-sourced materials. Boone County has 26 local companies represented on the "Buy Missouri" directory.

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