Administrator D'Markus Thomas-Brown said this funding would help with proactive responses to violent crime.

The Missouri Department of Social Services announced that all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program participants in Missouri will receive full benefits for November.

Mizzou is expanding nuclear science research opportunities to students by collaborating with a Korean research institute.

The Daniel Boone Regional Library has opened nominations for One Read 2026, aiming to encourage life-long learning.

The Northeast Missouri Health Council in Kirksville has begun testing an AI ambient listening program that helps physicians focus more on conversations than note-taking.

After being detained in an ICE detention center for more than a month, longtime Columbia resident Owen Ramsingh's absence is taking an emotional toll on community members.

The Audrain County Shelter and Resource Coalition executive director said it costs $30,000 to run the shelter each winter.

Attorneys for the plaintiffs said the Missouri Constitution is clear that redistricting can only be done after a certified census, while the defense said nothing prohibits mid-decade redistricting.

State residents may provide input for the state park's conceptual development plan.

The Central Missouri Humane Society began demolition of its newly purchased property Wednesday on East Brown School Road to make way for building a new shelter.

Mid-Missouri residents may have another chance to see the lights this week.

Senate members disagree on the effect of this provision and some worry about its effect on the industry.

The closure will allow crews to construct a new roundabout to connect Business Loop 70 to eastbound Interstate 70.

Misael Covarrubias, 23, faces felony charges in connection to the Sept. 27 shooting that killed 21-year-old Aiyanna Williams.

Messages on the USDA's homepage and several state websites have blamed both parties for the shutdown.

Several flights into the Columbia Regional Airport have been delayed or canceled due to federal flight cut orders.

Food assistance benefits were cut off in November due to the government shutdown. That’s led a handful of state agencies to post messages blaming Republicans or Democrats for the shutdown on official websites.

The University of Missouri is investigating MSJP's chalking of the phrase "From the river to the sea" as a potential Title VI violation.

Researchers and business leaders warn that discriminatory laws are pushing LGBTQ+ Missourians and employers to leave, hurting the state’s economy.

New data shows the economic division between Black residents and other racial groups has grown wider in the last five years.

New USDA guidance issued Saturday requested that states immediately undo any steps taken to issue full SNAP benefits.

The University of Missouri and the City of Columbia will be closed Tuesday in observance of Veterans Day.

Open enrollment began on Nov. 1st, but enhanced health insurance subsidies are a key battleground in the fight to reopen the federal government.

The Missouri Department of Social Services said it was looking into the most recent court decision regarding SNAP distribution and is awaiting further instruction from Food and Nutrition Services

After 14 years serving families across Missouri, Root Cellar will close its doors on Dec. 13.

Federal funding challenges postpone a Mizzou lecture scheduled for next week featuring a U.S. Space Force leader.

During an interview with St. Louis Public Radio in Washington, D.C., the Republican senator said a bipartisan contingent of senators is trying to find a way to end the shutdown.

State leaders applied Wednesday to the $50 billion federal grant initiative, which Congress included in the congressional spending package known as "One Big Beautiful Bill."

The score is a 2.2 percentage point increase from 2024, and it places the district among the top 15% of Missouri districts.

Net farm income in Missouri is expected to increase this year and exceed the forecasted gains projected earlier in the year.

Kansas City International is not one of the 40 airports expected to be subject to air traffic reductions due to the government shutdown. But the Kansas City Aviation Department says travelers will likely see cancelations or delays because most affected airports are served nonstop from MCI.

Dr. Matthew Tilton and Amy Baumgartner with Northeast Missouri Health Council in Kirksville spoke about how they use AI in their clinic — having it listen to patient-provider conversations, so doctors can focus less on their note taking and more on their connection with patients.

The surveys has been mailed to a random sample of households and will include postage-paid return envelopes.

Drivers drove trucks on their designated routes across Columbia to help familiarize themselves with the routes.

After almost two years of construction, the Columbia Area Career Center officiallyhasopenedits new expansion.

A Disaster Recovery Center will be open to assist people who sustained damage to their primary residence or personal property due to the EF-2 tornado that hit in April.

Artificial intelligence could help scientists and state conservationists count waterfowl more quickly and accurately, according to a new study.

First Chance for Children, a nonprofit serving families with young kids in mid-Missouri, has reported a record-breaking surge in demand for diapers, wipes, formula, food and hygiene essentials.

Columbia businesses are looking to help out residents affected by a loss or reduction of SNAP benefits.

Hallsville voters approved the continuation of a four-day school week as well as a multi-million dollar bond issue aiming for school improvement.

Independence adopted the shorter school week two years ago to attract and retain more teachers. More than 61% of voters decided on Tuesday that the school district can continue its four-day week.

A new Missouri law requires certain school districts to get voter approval to start or continue the four-day week. The Independence School District, which is by far the state's largest district on the shortened week, will put the issue before voters on Nov. 4.

As the end of the year approaches, Missouri transportation and public safety officials are asking drivers to take extra precautions while driving due to holiday traffic.

An estimated 650,000 fans will travel to Kansas City to watch six matches during the FIFA World Cup 26, and arts and culture leaders want to be a part of the moment. The sector has gathered each month to stay informed and on track.

A variety of sports books have been positioning themselves in Missouri's market

Danielle Bertothy pleaded guilty to a felony in July. In addition to serving the prison sentence, she will have to pay restitution to the businesses that were damaged.

Columbia has received millions of dollars from recent settlements with Brightspeed Communications and opiate distributors.

The special elections will decide important aspects of many mid-Missouri communities

Public health experts say lingering skepticism and controversy surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine have fueled hesitancy toward other immunizations.

Characters from the hit Netflix film are topping the Halloween costume charts and introducing fans to Korean culture.