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

Yesterday at 9:50 PM  The powerball jackpot has grown to be the largest prize in the game's history and the Worlds 2nd largest lottery payout.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Justice investigating IRS targeting of tea party; government watchdog blames lax management

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

Monday, May 13, 2013 

Thursday, May 02, 2013  Women's groups hit administration for appealing order lifting age limits on morning-after pill

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

Monday, April 29, 2013  One of the architects of failed gun control legislation says he's bringing it back.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Missouri social service officials have told a House panel the state could save $28 million annually by moving people from welfare programs onto federal disability payments.

Sunday, April 14, 2013  Gun Dealers at this year’s Travelling RK Gun Show at the Boone County Fairgrounds had more than gun sales on their minds this weekend.

Friday, April 12, 2013  Gun bill clears first Senate hurdle, debate on background checks starts Tuesday

Friday, April 12, 2013  A Missouri House panel will investigate efforts by the state Department of Social Services to move people off of welfare programs and into federal disability payments.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  China pulls 'Django Unchained' from theaters on opening day, citing 'technical problem'

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  Budget cuts ground 3rd of Air Force warplanes; those headed to Afghanistan to be mission ready

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