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20/03/2024

Jacob Watson will serve as the Southern Boone school district's next assistant superintendent.

Jacob Watson was hired from Oak Ridge Intermediate in Camdenton.

20/03/2024

'There's no place like home!': FBI agents returned Dorothy's ruby red slippers to the Judy Garland Museum after being stolen in 2005.

The shoes will embark on a whirlwind journey around the world in the coming months, before being sold on auction.

20/03/2024

Explore exciting new opportunities and make valuable connections at the 2024 Showcase COMO Job Fair on April 11. Learn more about job openings, educational programs and internship possibilities- it's the ultimate opportunity to explore and connect. Admission is FREE and OPEN to all!

20/03/2024

baseball took over Kauffmann Stadium, home of the Kansas City Royals, on Tuesday night. After a late game rally, the team out west clinched the win in extra innings to split the Border War series.

Jackson Lovich hit a game tying home run in the 5th inning for Mizzou

20/03/2024

The drugmaker of Ozempic is funding a new Nvidia AI-based supercomputer, with the goal of accelerating the discovery of new medicines and treatments.

The supercomputer has a key aim of accelerating the discovery of new medicines and treatments.

20/03/2024

A shooting on Business Loop 70 in Columbia, described as a "drive-by" incident, hit the front of a restaurant.

Police responded to a call of shots fired at the Popeyes restaurant on Business Loop around 7:52 p.m. on Tuesday.

20/03/2024

University officials say the new stadium will be completed by June 2024.

William Woods University began construction Tuesday on its new multi-sport stadium that will house the university's first intercollegiate football team. The stadium will also house the Owls’ men’s and women’s soccer teams and women's flag football team.

20/03/2024

Police on the scene said one car and the front window of the restaurant were hit by bullets.

Police responded to a call of shots fired at the Popeyes restaurant on Business Loop around 7:52 p.m. on Tuesday. Authorities on the scene said one car and the front window of the restaurant were hit by bullets. Police found two shell casings on the street nearby. There are currently no reported inj...

20/03/2024

According to a report from Guttmacher Institute, there were more than 1 million abortions in the US in 2023. This is the highest number in nearly a decade.

States bordering those with bans had particularly large increases, but abortions also increased in other states where they remained legal.

20/03/2024

Congrats to Marching Mizzou, who clinched the title of "Best Overall Band" at the 2024 St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin, Ireland.

Marching Mizzou triumphs with performance in Dublin's St. Patrick's Day Parade.

19/03/2024

William Thomas Jr. was sentenced Tuesday to 28 years in prison in connection to a 2018 Columbia s*x trafficking case. He was given credit for time already served.

William Thomas Jr, of Fulton, was sentenced Tuesday to 28 years in prison in connection to a 2018 Columbia s*x trafficking case

19/03/2024

The Missouri Department of Public Safety has revoked former Callaway County Sheriff Clay Chism's peace officer license, a spokesperson confirmed Tuesday.

The Missouri Department of Public Safety has revoked former Callaway County Sheriff Clay Chism's peace officer license.

19/03/2024

The Highway Patrol has identified a body discovered in the Missouri River near Hermann earlier this year as a man missing since November.

A February drowning victim has been identified as 59-year-old Russel A. Marrs.

19/03/2024

United Cajun Navy Operations Director David Flagg called for volunteers to get involved with the organization. He said their main goal is to find Riley Strain, but the "secondary focus is to ensure the safety of the people who are out here searching."

The family of missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain provided updates in a press conference Tuesday afternoon.

19/03/2024

UPDATE: Issac Hollis, 25, has been charged with murder in the first degree and armed criminal action in connection to last night's fatal shooting outside the Conley Road Walmart.

Issac Hollis is being held without bond at the Boone County Jail following a fatal shooting in the parking lot of the Conley Road Walmart Monday night.

19/03/2024

Authorities in Miller County are searching for a man wanted for questioning in a death investigation.

Anyone with information on Kendrick Cook's whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Miller County Sheriff's Office at 573-369-2341.

19/03/2024

BREAKING: A Columbia man is being held without bond at the Boone County Jail following a fatal shooting in the parking lot of the Conley Road Walmart Monday night.

Issac Hollis was arrested on suspicion of murder in the first degree, armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon.

19/03/2024

The family of missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain will hold a press conference at 1 p.m. today. Stream the press conference in the story below or on the KOMU 8 News app.

The family of missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain will provide updates in a press conference Tuesday afternoon.

19/03/2024

To help craft the plan, Ashcroft has enlisted some of the well-known conservative economists and low-tax advocates who advised then-Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback on a massive tax cut enacted in that state in 2012.

Ashcroft unveiled his tax proposal last week and it immediately drew sarcastic criticism from one of his rivals.

19/03/2024

Congressional leaders on Tuesday formally announced a deal to keep the rest of the government funded through the fiscal year.

Congress has until 11:59 p.m. ET Friday to pass the newly-announced deal to fund the government through the fiscal year.

19/03/2024

A foundation that previously announced it would honor Elon Musk and Rupert Murdoch as recipients of an award named after Ruth Bader Ginsburg has canceled its award ceremony following outcry from the late justice's family.

The foundation previously selected Elon Musk and Rupert Murdoch as recipients of an award named after Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

19/03/2024

Columbia City Council approved a master plan for the Orr Street park site as well as a partnership between the Columbia Fire Department and Boone Health for EMT training.

Here's what you need to know from last night's meeting:

Columbia City Council greenlit a new park in the downtown area.

19/03/2024

After a health insurance provider's billing system is back online and processing claims, smaller clinics are still facing the financial impacts of the cyberattack.

While insurance claims can be processed again, smaller clinics are still facing financial impacts of the cyberattack.

19/03/2024

Columbia police report that a shooting at the Walmart on Conley Road left one man with 'life-threatening' injuries, and have a man in custody following the shooting.

CPD responded to a shooting at the Conley Rd Walmart on Monday night. One adult male victim suffered life-threatening injuries.

19/03/2024

Police first arrived at the scene past 8:00 p.m. to reports of a shot fired. Multiple police cars were on the scene.

Columbia Police Department Spokesperson, Jenny Hopper said one adult male suspect is in custody and that there is no reason to believe that there are any more.

19/03/2024

BREAKING: Columbia police responded to an active scene at 415 Conley Rd on Monday night.

The address is the site of Conley Road Walmart in east Columbia.

19/03/2024

The SIL office will be closed the week of March 25 to prepare for the new location, which will open on April 1. During this time, transportation and in-home services will remain available, and calls will be accepted Monday through Wednesday. The office will be closed for walk-in visitors and appointments.

Services for Independent Living prepares for the opening of a new building om Ash Street, which will allow them to expand the programs and services they offer with an emphasis on accessibility.

19/03/2024

Nonprofit Empowering Her Service is looking for answers after a fellow veteran died last week.

U.S. Air Force veteran Ellizabeth House died by su***de Thursday, according to a local support group.

18/03/2024

Temperatures will drop overnight to below freezing, prompting another hard freeze.

Another cold night is expected with temperatures in the 60s by the afternoon.

18/03/2024

A motorcycle driver was pronounced dead early Monday morning after he crashed on eastbound Reporter Road, a half-mile north of Waynesville on Sunday evening.

Hartness was pronounced dead early Monday morning, according to the report. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.