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Columbia City Council votes to end Flock camera contract
Columbia’s City Council voted to end its contract with Flock, the company that provides camera technology. The decision affects the city’s use of the system; no further details about the vote or the contract’s end date…
SEC head Greg Sankey blasts announcers for criticizing poor officiating in Texas-Missouri: 'Unacceptable'
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey criticized television announcers for publicly questioning officiating during Texas’ win over Missouri on Saturday. Commentators Joe Tessitore and Jesse Palmer said several calls appeared to…
State, federal government investing in Missouri veterans’ mental health
Missouri’s annual veterans’ suicide prevention report recommends expanding peer support and outreach in rural communities. State and federal efforts are being directed toward veterans’ mental health, as nearly 200…
Boone Health seeks approval for property sale without publicly naming the buyer
Boone Health is seeking Boone County Commission approval to sell county-owned land and buildings for a proposed $75 million, but has not publicly identified the selected buyer. Hospital trustees reviewed 17 potential…
Gather and give thanks with the Boone County History and Culture Center
The Boone County History and Culture Center will host “Gather & Give Thanks” on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon in the Montminy Art Gallery. The community event will explore traditional foods, recipes and seasonal…
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KMAland Missouri Girls XC Runner of the Year: Savannah's Phillips shines with conference title, state medal
Savannah junior Raedyn Phillips has been named KMAland Missouri Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year after a standout season. She won the Midland Empire Conference title, finished second at districts and placed sixth…
Missouri's Eli Drinkwitz questions need for conferences in 24-team CFP era
Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz questioned whether college football teams still need conference affiliations after the expanded 24-team College Football Playoff leads major conferences to end their championship games. The…
Columbia Ends Automatic Flock Renewal
The Columbia City Council voted 5–2 to end automatic renewal of its contract with Flock Safety, which supplies the city’s license-plate readers and surveillance cameras. The decision followed a public hearing where most…
Trial Set for April for Dog Breeder Melissa Sanders
Melissa Sanders, a Columbia-area dog breeder accused of animal abuse after nearly 30 dogs were found dead or suffering at her facility, is scheduled to stand trial April 26 in Boone County Circuit Court. The five-day…
Columbia Schools Consider $260M Bond
A Columbia Public Schools finance committee has recommended putting a $260 million bond proposal before voters in April 2027 to fund building repairs and renovations. The district is also considering a separate $110…
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Jason Crowe Jr Needed Just Three Games to Break a Missouri Record
Missouri freshman Jason Crowe Jr. scored 34 points in a 96-58 win over SIU Edwardsville, setting the school record for points in a game by a freshman. The previous mark had stood since 1984 and belonged to Derrick…
Missouri's Luke Northweather: Makes season debut
Missouri forward Luke Northweather made his season debut in Monday’s 96-58 win over SIU Edwardsville, playing two minutes and recording one rebound. The senior had missed the Tigers’ first two games. He averaged 3.0…
Missouri's Toni Bryant: Scores 18, grabs seven boards
Missouri freshman Toni Bryant scored 18 points and grabbed seven rebounds in Monday’s 96-58 win over SIU Edwardsville. He shot 6-for-8 from the field, including 2-for-2 from three-point range, and added three assists, a…
Which bowl game is Mizzou on track to play in?
Missouri appears headed for a bowl game after its third loss of the season, a Saturday defeat against Texas. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch examines possible destinations for the Tigers and the bowl options available in…
Jason Crowe Jr. breaks Mizzou freshman scoring mark in win over SIUE
Jason Crowe Jr. set a Missouri freshman scoring record with 34 points as the Tigers defeated SIU Edwardsville 96-58 in Columbia on Monday. Crowe shot 11-for-16, including four three-pointers, and added four assists…
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Men's College Basketball (11/9): Southwestern, Missouri cruise to wins; Northwest Missouri State falls to William Jewell
Southwestern and Missouri secured decisive victories in regional men's college basketball action on Monday. Southwestern dominated Peru State JV with a 103-50 win, while Missouri defeated SIU Edwardsville 96-58. In…
Women's College Basketball (11/9): Missouri rolls, Creighton and Northwest Missouri State pick up wins
Regional women's college basketball saw several key outcomes on Monday. Missouri dominated Tennessee Tech with a 106-59 victory, while Creighton secured a 66-60 win over North Dakota State. Northwest Missouri State also…
Columbia College defeats Stephens College to claim 12th straight AMC Tournament Championship
Columbia College’s women’s soccer team defeated Stephens College 5-0 to win its 12th consecutive American Midwest Conference Tournament Championship. The top-seeded Cougars beat the No. 3 seed and earned an automatic…
Mizzou freshmen find their home, combine for 52 points against SIUE
Missouri freshmen Jason Crowe Jr. and Toni Bryant combined for 52 points in a 96-58 win over SIU Edwardsville at Mizzou Arena. Crowe scored a career-high 34 points, setting a program record for most points by a Missouri…
Columbia College takes home multiple AMC postseason honors across soccer, cross country
Columbia College collected 12 major American Midwest Conference postseason awards across men’s and women’s soccer and cross country, adding to its fall championship success. The Cougars received three Coach or Coaching…
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Mizzou seeks SEC review after disputed fumble call in loss to Texas last weekend
Missouri is seeking a review from the Southeastern Conference over a disputed fumble call in its loss to Texas last weekend. The Tigers are challenging the officiating decision, which became a point of contention in the…
Residents against Flock cameras voice concerns to City Council
Dozens of residents protested Flock surveillance cameras before and during a special Columbia City Council meeting on Monday, raising concerns about the technology. The demonstration brought opposition to the cameras…
HHS cross country runners perform well at state meet
Houston High School’s cross-country team closed a successful season with strong results at the Class 2 State Championships in Columbia on Nov. 6. Freshman Myles Copley finished second in the girls’ race, while sophomore…
Jason Crowe Jr. sets Mizzou freshman scoring record as Tigers cruise past SIUE
Jason Crowe Jr. set a Missouri freshman scoring record as the Tigers cruised past SIU-Edwardsville in Monday night’s men’s basketball game in Columbia. The teams were tied early in the second half, but Missouri pulled…
Boone County Commission to weigh Boone Health property sale resolution
The Boone County Commission is scheduled to consider a resolution concerning the sale of Boone Health property, with a first reading Tuesday and a vote expected Thursday. The hospital is seeking a strategic partner to…
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Mizzou women’s basketball erupts for triple-digit points to push past Tennessee Tech
Mizzou women’s basketball scored 106 points in a 106-59 win over Tennessee Tech on Monday. The team reached triple digits for the first time since Kellie Harper became coach, pulling away for a decisive victory. The…
Mizzou AD Veatch releases statement about officiating in Mizzou's game vs. Texas
Missouri athletic director Laird Veatch issued a statement Monday criticizing the officiating in the Tigers’ 34-20 loss to Texas, played two days earlier. Several disputed calls drew attention, including overturned…
Former radio personality Simon Rose launches new podcast
Former Columbia radio host Simon Rose has launched “The COMO Morning Meeting,” a new podcast intended to serve the local community. Rose was laid off from KFRU and KBXR in August and released a short podcast trailer in…
How to see Saturn this week when the planet is at its biggest and brightest
Saturn is especially visible in November, appearing bright in the early evening sky as Earth’s position brings the planet relatively close. The planet reached opposition on Oct. 4, when it was opposite the Sun from…