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

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Superintendent of Schools Randall Williams said 70 out of 247 children from the elementary school  were absent Wednesday.

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

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  The U.S. Senate in March unanimously approved its own legislation to name the bridge after Musial.

Monday, May 06, 2013  Supporters of the immigration bill brought forward last month by a group of four Republican and four Democratic senators have been cautiously optimistic.

Friday, May 03, 2013  The powerful gun rights lobby gathers in Houston this weekend for its annual convention and organizers anticipate a rollicking, Texas-sized party.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  A Roman Catholic priest from St. Louis has been indicted on federal child pornography charges.

Saturday, April 13, 2013  Missouri sheriffs say they stand ready to issue photo ID cards for concealed gun holders if the Legislature helps pay for the equipment.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  Authorities arrested a Mexico, Missouri man Wednesday night for possession of methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  The Missouri Senate has advanced a bill outlawing use of electronic welfare benefit cards at casinos, liquor stores or adult-entertainment establishments.

Saturday, April 06, 2013  Former President Bill Clinton and a panel of successful entrepreneurs are telling college students gathered in St. Louis to dream big, have a social conscience and commit to their goals.

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

Saturday, March 30, 2013  William Woods University announced today that former KRCG 13 news director, anchor and reporter Dan Diedriech will be the new Vice President for Advancement.

Saturday, March 30, 2013  The staff at a Goodwill store in St. Louis County has tracked down a couple who accidentally dropped off $5,000 in cash.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Authorities do not know the man's motive for the attack. He faces a felony animal abuse charge.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Jefferson City woman was just 20 years old when trapped by sex traffickers.