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

Monday, May 06, 2013  Senate to pass online sales tax bill in victory for national retailers; House fate uncertain

Friday, April 26, 2013  The Senate passed a bill Thursday imposing state and local sales taxes on Internet purchases, but opponents believe they can kill the bill in the House.

Sunday, March 24, 2013  The program allows homebound individuals to have access to everyday household items.

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.

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.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  Jefferson City businessman buys Capital Mall.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012  Holiday shoppers head online in droves to pick up Cyber Monday deals

Monday, November 26, 2012  Owners tell us their business is based on what they do best year-round...

Monday, November 26, 2012  A record number of shoppers boosts the first weekend of holiday shopping season

Wednesday, November 21, 2012  This year's Black Friday bargain hunt is beginning early at many stores.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  Business is looking good at the lake this year, and business oweners hope to keep the good times rolling through Labor Day.

Thursday, July 19, 2012  KRCG and WalMart are making back to school shopping easier for Mid-Missouri families by collecting school supplies

Monday, May 28, 2012  During the stop, officers found drug items and more than seven grams of meth in the vehicle.

Sunday, April 01, 2012  Columbia Fire Fighters were called at 4:45 am on Sunday, to 106 Business Loop 70 West Loop 70 Plaza, for a reported commercial structure fire.