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

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Sgt. Kevin Woodson from the Cole County Sheriff's department reminds youth that there is nothing "cool" about smoking.

Monday, February 11, 2013  American Red Cross Heart of Missouri Chapter volunteers helped a Cole County family after high winds ripped off part of their roof.

Friday, August 24, 2012  Friday evening, the Cole County Sheriff’s Office named Chad Hill, as their suspect in a burglary that happened in the 2200 block of Saddlebrooke Lake Road.

Thursday, February 09, 2012  A man authorities say called 911 claiming to be an undercover officer caused a lot of commotion in Jefferson City on Thursday.

Friday, December 16, 2011  The department’s K-9, Brava, indicated drugs were in the vehicle. During a search, the deputy found 11 grams of meth.

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

Friday, December 02, 2011  A lawsuit against the Cole County Sheriff's Office and David Barrett was filed in Cole County court on Friday.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011  Local authorities said they've seen more people arrested for heroin use over the last year.