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

Monday, May 20, 2013  In survey, economists say consumers are poised to boost spending, offset government cuts

Thursday, April 04, 2013  Eyes on Facebook mobile event as social network evolves from Web-based roots

Thursday, March 21, 2013  US mink farms grow as Chinese consumers' demand for fur coats sends pelt prices skyrocketing

Monday, December 03, 2012  Eliminating the $1 bill could save taxpayers plenty over the next 30 years

Monday, November 12, 2012  Food labels multiply, confuse consumers, claiming to certify array of sustainable practices

Friday, November 02, 2012  Without power, fuel terminals can't pump gasoline onto tanker trucks, and gas stations can't pump fuel into customers' cars.

Thursday, August 23, 2012  They each face up to 20 years in prison

Friday, August 10, 2012  Missouri consumers who bought electronics with LCD screens during an eight-year period may now be eligible to claim some money under several legal settlements.

Monday, July 23, 2012  Hannaford Supermarkets is alerting consumers that Cargill Beef is voluntarily recalling 29,339 pounds of ground beef that may contain salmonella.

Friday, November 25, 2011  Retailers around the nation are already calling this year's Black Friday shopping day one of the best in history.

Wednesday, November 02, 2011  In this high-tech world we live in thieves are looking to cash in, and take advantage you more than ever. Caller ID spoofing is the latest technique.

Wednesday, October 26, 2011  College prices up again as public universities pass state budget cuts on to customers

Monday, October 03, 2011  Customers tell restaurants they want to eat healthy, then order the Thickburger

Tuesday, August 16, 2011  Missouri has long been known as the puppy mill capital of the nation but one state official hopes to change that.

Friday, August 12, 2011  What is the reasoning behind higher gas prices in Jefferson City compared to Columbia?