The latest local news, weather and high school sports in and around Columbia and Jefferson City

Yesterday at 7:59 PM  Kristopher Hagglund, MU's associate dean of the School of Health Professions since 2001, officially begins serving as the new dean on July 1.

Yesterday at 2:30 PM  The director of the Missouri Department of Social Services has resigned after five months on the job.

Yesterday at 5:20 AM  In survey, economists say consumers are poised to boost spending, offset government cuts

Friday, May 17, 2013  Australian politician sorry he accidentally 'liked' Facebook photo of prankster exposing self

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Already short of some foods, Venezuela is facing a toilet paper crisis, government says

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  He declined to say whether he resigned or was dismissed by Gov. Jay Nixon's administration.

Sunday, May 12, 2013  Members of the Eldon Firefighters Association held their annual Drive-Through Bar-Be-Q fundraiser.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Two people were arrested and another issued a summons when Boone County authorities served two search warrants Wednesday morning.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Let's Talk: Survey finds moms lead in discussing family financial matters, dads take back seat

Saturday, May 04, 2013 

Friday, May 03, 2013  The powerful gun rights lobby gathers in Houston this weekend for its annual convention and organizers anticipate a rollicking, Texas-sized party.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  A married Jefferson City attorney who wanted to keep his Ukrainian girlfriend in the country was indicted for trying get around immigration laws by conspiring to have her marry another man.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Red Cross Volunteers are helping an Iberia family after a fire damaged their home.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Proponents of background checks for gun sales are exploring ballot options

Thursday, April 25, 2013  The American Red Cross Heart of Missouri Chapter is helping a Stover-area Family after a fire.