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

Monday, April 15, 2013  Legal pot draws tourists to Colorado and Washington for 4/20

Friday, January 25, 2013  The Stadium Exit along Highway 63 will soon be the home of Columbia’s newest apartments and businesses.

Thursday, December 27, 2012  A powerful winter storm brought snow to inland parts of the Northeast and driving rain and wind to areas along the coast Thursday, a day after it swept through the nation's middle.

Thursday, December 27, 2012  The average number of people seeking unemployment benefits over the past month fell to the lowest level since March 2008, a sign that the job market is healing.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  U.S. shoppers spent cautiously this holiday season, a disappointment for retailers who slashed prices to lure people into stores and now must hope for a post-Christmas burst of spending.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  An enormous storm system that dumped snow and sleet on the nation's midsection and unleashed damaging tornadoes around the Deep South began punching its way toward the Northeast on Wednesday, slowing holiday travel.

Tuesday, December 25, 2012  COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) -- Colleges across the U.S. are opening food banks to feed hungry students as well as low-paid employees and even some struggling professors.

Monday, December 24, 2012  Christmas shoppers thronged malls and pounced on discounts but apparently spent less this year, their spirits dampened by concerns about the economy and the aftermath of shootings and storms.

Monday, December 24, 2012  It looks a lot like Christmas in Senegal, where 95 percent of the 12.8 million residents are Muslim. Even the Grande Mosquee, a mosque that dominates the city's skyline, is aglow in holiday lights.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  The Salvation Army says that, while giving them money is a kind-hearted gesture, it's not a guarantee that the money will go towards the basic necessities.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012  As many of us get ready to travel for the holiday season, police are urging homeowners to take extra precautions to prevent burglaries.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012  It highlights local businesses and products

Tuesday, December 11, 2012  A train bringing holiday cheer is winding up its journey through the South and Midwest.

Friday, November 30, 2012  Columbia firefighters use a red wreath to challenge people to stay safe during the holidays.

Friday, November 30, 2012  The Kansas City businessman is giving away $100,000 this holiday season, and spent the day in New Jersey and New York giving away thousands.