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

Friday, June 07, 2013  Weakened Tropical Storm Andrea moving briskly up East Coast, bringing rains to Georgia, Carolinas

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Court allows girls of all ages to buy generic morning-after pill while government appeals

Friday, May 31, 2013  Gov. Jay Nixon Friday night declared a state of emergency in Missouri as a widespread severe weather system continued to move across the state.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Three Jefferson City people were arrested on multiple charges after fleeing from a routine traffic stop.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  A teen wanted by authorities after a car chase Monday night has been arrested.

Friday, May 03, 2013  The pilot said he "hit a wall of frozen precipitation," which caused icing to occur quickly on the aircraft.

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

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  FDA allowing 15-year-olds with ID to buy morning-after pill over the counter

Monday, April 29, 2013  Red Cross Volunteers are helping an Iberia family after a fire damaged their home.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  The American Red Cross Heart of Missouri Chapter is helping a Stover-area Family after a fire.

Monday, April 22, 2013  Don't take the cinnamon challenge: Doctors warn teens after surge in calls to poison centers

Friday, April 19, 2013  Missouri National Guard citizen-soldiers will assist communities along the Mississippi River in flood fight after heavy rains this week

Friday, April 19, 2013  Drivers who speed past police responding to traffic accidents could face stiffer penalties under legislation approved by the Missouri Senate.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon Wednesday night declared a state of emergency in Missouri after a system of strong storms and tornadoes caused damage in the St. Louis region and other areas of the state.

Friday, April 05, 2013  The Missouri Senate has passed legislation that would ensure that pharmacies could refuse to stock certain prescription drugs, such as emergency contraception.