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Five of Missouri's six statewide offices are up for election in 2012, including those of state treasurer and lieutenant governor.

For readers, I challenge you not to fall prey to knee-jerk reactions just because someone on the opposite side of the political spectrum has a different idea. For students, I challenge you to take a more critical look at the stories you cover.

Columbia Police Department investigators said there might be additional victims.

Schweich said his campaign failed to report contributions greater than $500 because of an error by a company hired to handle his campaign finances.

By closing meetings to the public, the Citizens Police Review Board lessens its objective to build and maintain trust between city residents and the Columbia Police Department.

Edward Taggart, 72, and Gilbert L. Love, 73, were struck by a car near mile marker 129.6. Earl William Hutcherson was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter.

More than 2,000 Harry Potter fans in Columbia came out last night for the final installment of the highest-grossing film franchise. There were 11 showings, beginning at midnight.

Gov. Jay Nixon reported raising $1.5 million during the recent quarter, bringing his campaign account to $3.2 million. Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder has approximately $1.7 million in his account.

The federal government is awarding the money under the On-the-Job Training Emergency Grants program sponsored by the Department of Labor.

Church members, the Ozark Gateway Master Gardeners and a troop of Boy Scouts joined the beautification efforts.

A Missouri Ozarks campground owner is facing accusations of purveying an illicit drug scene. A four-year state and federal investigation found "open sales" of various drugs at Camp Zoe.

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" opened at midnight Thursday in Columbia.

A stadium-record 52,000 people are expected for the U2 concert scheduled for Sunday night. That will include fans with seats on the field.