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

Yesterday at 7:40 AM  House takes up far-reaching bill to ban almost all abortions after 20 weeks

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Fewer than 63,000 of the nearly 485,000 registered voters in the 8th Congressional District actually cast ballots in the election.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Lawmakers outraged over another military sex case involving someone assigned to prevent sexual assault.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Acting IRS commissioner repeatedly failed to tell Congress that tea party groups were targeted

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Top Boston cop to tell Congress he's OK with more cameras, not 'police state,' after bombings

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Oklahoma congressman proposes $20 billion spending cut over 10 years in nation's food stamps program

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

Monday, April 15, 2013  Mid-Missouri congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer said a top federal official has assured him that a list of people with Missouri concealed gun permits never was used by any federal agency.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  President Obama's gun control proposals have run into resistance on Capitol Hill, leaving their fate in doubt.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  In Colorado, Obama will press Congress to pass gun measures, place focus on background checks

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  The Congresswoman said she thinks the closure in Columbia would cause safety problems.

Friday, March 22, 2013  Senate leader Reid says Democrats' gun bill will seek expanded background checks for buyers

Thursday, March 21, 2013  GOP-dominated House expected to pass budget plan promising slashing cuts, balance in 10 years

Thursday, March 21, 2013  Simon & Garfunkel song among 25 recordings chosen for preservation at Library of Congress

Friday, March 15, 2013  The Congress members want the FAA to explain why airports with contracted control towers should receive larger cuts.