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

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  Both sides ready their arguments for public hearing over proposed New York City ban on big sugary drinks

Friday, April 20, 2012  University Hospital in Columbia is offering free screenings on Saturday.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011  A non-invasive machine is helping doctors diagnose diabetes and see who may be at risk for complications.

Monday, November 28, 2011  The tubeless insulin pump known as the OmniPod is a new device that was created to hold and deliver insulin as an alternative to injections.

Monday, November 07, 2011  Alefacept is a drug being used to help delay the progression of Type1 diabetes.

Thursday, August 25, 2011  Gastric by-pass surgery brings a welcome side effect to people who suffer from type 2 diabetes.

Sunday, August 07, 2011  MU researchers say physical inactivity is the primary cause of chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity and fatty liver disease.

Tuesday, July 26, 2011  A new material made from cows is helping heal chronic wounds.

Sunday, July 17, 2011  Childhood obesity is a growing problem in the country and now people are questioning whether or not parents should lose custody of their overweight children.

Monday, July 11, 2011  African Americans are nearly four-times more likely than Caucasians to develop kidney failure.

Sunday, June 12, 2011  A new study shows exposure to a chemical commonly found in food containers has been underestimated.

Monday, April 25, 2011  Islet transplantation still has a number of obstacles to overcome before it becomes widespread.

Thursday, March 17, 2011  A Missouri lawmaker returned to the House Chambers after collapsing during a House debate.

Friday, March 04, 2011  Study will have participants add 1,000 excess calories a day in shakes, fries and Big Macs

Thursday, December 30, 2010  A new vaccine works to help the body retain insulin producing cells.