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Columbia Police responded to reports of a stabbing in downtown Columbia.

University presidents from across the state discussed their cost-cutting options and the need for state funding for things beyond maintaining low tuition.

A hearing on a proposed bill that would establish a state regulatory system and impose new restrictions on midwifery in the state drew a standing-room only crowd of physicians, midwives and mothers.

Gluten-free foods are making the lives of celiac sufferers and people with gluten sensitivity easier. But the foods are also gaining favor with people who think cutting gluten from their diets will help them lose weight.

Missouri's Christine Flores said she didn't hold back in the last part of the Tigers' 71-65 overtime victory over Oklahoma State on Wednesday night at Mizzou Arena.

Damoris Pierce, 19, was stabbed Tuesday night on the 600 block of Claudell Lane. 

Candidates discussed downtown cameras and pension plans for the Fire and Police departments.

The senior wrestler from Hickman makes his first trip to the state tournament on Thursday at Mizzou Arena.

"China Night" will be held at 7 p.m. on Feb. 20, in Jesse Auditorium.

Portions of recommendations to clean up Hinkson Creek might be appealed by the city. Other methods to reduce stormwater runoffs are still being examined.

One swimmer from Rock Bridge and four swimmers and two divers from Hickman will compete at the MSHSAA State Championship meet this weekend.

The Kewpies defeated the Indians at Wentzville.

The bill to cut state offices' budgets received approval by the House Appropriations Committee on General Administration. It will face further approval before it can be voted on in the House.

The baseball team will play in the USC Tournament starting Friday in Los Angeles, while the softball team will play two doubleheaders on consecutive days in San Diego.

A bill that will redefine fetus viability passed through its committee.

Meet the four candidates vying for the position of Columbia Fire Department's new fire chief.

A trial for former MU tailback Derrick Washington, charged with two misdemeanor counts of third-degree domestic assault, has been rescheduled for March 30.

Two legislators are pushing a law that would help the state collect sales tax from Internet sales.

Senators who support "right to work," a measure that prohibits employers from forcing employees to pay union fees, say other states have shown that such measures help employment rates.