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

Friday, March 15, 2013  Solid numbers are hard to come by to confirm how many people fell ill after a conference at the Truman Hotel in Jefferson City this week. Estimates range from 20 to 60 people.

Friday, January 11, 2013  Local doctors predict the national epidemic will arrive in mid-Missouri within the next two weeks.

Monday, May 07, 2012  The cole county health department says there is a third suspected case of shiga toxin, which like e-coli can cause serious illness.

Thursday, February 09, 2012  Jefferson City Police Department hosts a town hall meeting to educate the public on heroin.

Wednesday, February 08, 2012  As a result of the growing problems with heroin in the area, Jefferson City officials will hold a town hall meeting for residents Thursday evening.

Thursday, September 22, 2011  It's that time of year again where people start feeling yucky, because they get the flu.

Thursday, August 25, 2011  Some health officials are saying one way to prevent catching the common cold or a virus is to clean your nose frequently.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011  Recent floodwaters allowed millions of dormant floodwater mosquito eggs to mature and attack area neighborhoods.

Thursday, June 23, 2011  If the Federal Government decides to make the cut, WIC could lose over $500 million from their budget.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010  The Cole County Commission announced Marie Peoples will be the new Director of the Cole County Health Department.