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Mini-Mizzou Band member Tony Eggert displays his support for the Tigers by waving a cardboard cutout of guard Kyley Simmons.

Anita N. Robinson was a teacher for 32 years, 30 of those with North Callaway R-1.  She enjoyed teaching kids to read, reading, crafts and her two grandkids.

Gov. Jay Nixon said Monday that it is time for policymakers to focus on "the lethality of various weapons that are used and how that fits into what should be available."

Public elementary schools leave discussion of Sandy Hook tragedy up to families and counseling.

Police in both St. Louis city and county were being extra vigilant around schools. Smaller communities were taking precautions, too. In Sedalia, patrols are being beefed up at least through the week.

The National Council on Teacher Quality is trying to force the university, citing the state's open records law, to release copies of course syllabuses as part of its nationwide effort to monitor what aspiring teachers learn at college.

Pre-cut trees have sold out at several places around Columbia, including the Downtown Optimists Club lot.

In an ideal world, colleges would either eradicate early decision or make the acceptance rates equal, regardless of when students apply.

Across the country, vigilance was high. In an effort to ensure student safety and calm parents' nerves, districts asked police departments to increase patrols and have sent messages to parents outlining safety plans they assured them are regularly reviewed and rehearsed.

Traffic counts for roads managed by the City of Columbia are useful in identifying the quietest neighborhoods for purchasing a home and good locations for starting a business.

Lawyers for the two sides appeared in court Monday for a hearing on a request by the teacher watchdog group for an immediate ruling.

Ten people chosen by their fellow Republican are gathering Monday at the Missouri Capitol to cast the state's Electoral College vote for president.

Rock formations near Thebes, Ill., will begin to pose a threat to navigation on the Mississippi River if additional water isn't provided.

The Tigers rolled past Southern Illinois 110-47 on Sunday at Mizzou Arena. Six players scored double digits for Missouri, led by Maddie Stock and Bri Kulas.

Principal Kristie Wolfe's vision for a school with a strong academic program, a firm Catholic identity and high standards for students has guided Fr. Tolton Regional Catholic High School since she was hired as principal in 2010.

The number of wineries has been increasing in Missouri and nationwide. There are 118 wineries operating in Missouri compared to 42 in 2003. In 2002, there were 2,500 wineries in the United States. In 2012, that number was more than 7,000.

A St. Louis-based development firm hopes to purchase the property and build a high-rise student apartment complex.

The Winter Solstice Ceremony on Saturday at the Unitarian Universalist Church involved dancing and sing, as well as costumes, to welcome the sun.

MU's ROTC held commissioning ceremonies for its graduates. The graduates received officer statuses.