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

Saturday, March 23, 2013  Jefferson City Street Crews have more than a dozen snow plows that also spread a salt water solution that melts snow and ice as it falls onto the roadways.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  When the increased sales tax is in effect, the gas tax rate would be frozen and existing roads could not become toll roads.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Created in 1992, the Purple Heart Trail is a national network of highways, bridges and monuments that pay tribute to the men and women who have been awarded the Purple Heart medal.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  Holiday travel is beginning and law enforcement agencies say they'll be out in full force to keep highways safe.They've already reported some issues in mid-Missouri.

Thursday, June 28, 2012  With temperatures forecast around 100, Missouri motorists are being warned to prepare for bumpy rides.

Monday, May 07, 2012  MoDOT plans fewer and fewer projects as their funding continues to plummet.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012  MoDOT spends Wednesday evening preparing roads for bad winter weather.

Tuesday, January 03, 2012  The Missouri Highway Patrol said the number of traffic deaths in Missouri dropped by five-percent last year.

Thursday, December 15, 2011  With Christmas just a little more than week away, law enforcement officers are gearing up for heavy travels.

Saturday, November 26, 2011  Boone County Deputies were out in force Tuesday night to ensure safety on the roadways.

Thursday, November 10, 2011  MoDOT intends to resurrect the idea of Interstate 70 becoming a toll road, so it can help provide funds needed for a major highway facelift.

Thursday, October 13, 2011  Cole County Public Works is doing all it can to make sure the roadways are fit for everyone to drive on.

Wednesday, August 10, 2011  MoDOT's Safe and Sound Bridge Program was created to rehabilitate or replace more than 800 of Missouri’s lowest rated bridges.

Tuesday, August 09, 2011  While major projects take a hit, MoDOT will continue making quick fixes.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011  Boone County authorities have pre-positioned some supplies along the river to help fight potential flooding.