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Columbia College softball adjusts to weather, location changes in doubleheader
Wind and location changes in the Cougars' doubleheader against Missouri Baptist added to adjustments they've had to make all season.
MU students surpass goal for Boston marathon bake sale
Led by MU student and Boston-area native Ally Troiano, the group raised more than $700.
American elm at Garth and Stewart marked for removal
Some neighbors are unhappy, but a city official says that power lines are threatened and that the homeowner is OK with the plan.
Woman reports sexual assault on College Avenue early Friday
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a sexual assault that occurred at about 1:30 a.m. on Friday near College Avenue and Anthony Street.
Frost advisory adds precautions to farm's procedures
The weather service warned that sensitive plants could be damaged by the cold temperatures and frost, something Strawberry Hill Farms owner Steven Sapp is monitoring closely.
Missouri men's golf starts slow at the SEC Championships
The Tigers did not have any players inside the top 15 after the opening round of their first trip to the SEC Championships.
Missouri women's golf team in the mix after first day at the SEC Championships
The Tigers survived a rough finish to end the opening round in a tie for eighth, just nine shots out of the lead.
Rock Bridge boys tennis defeats De Smet and Blue Springs South in Mid-Missouri Invitational
The Bruins will play Westminster in the championship after a strong Friday from senior Billy Swift.
MU's Ellis Library receives collection of volumes from Confucius Institute
The non-profit organization based in Beijing, presented MU's Ellis Library with about 2,000 new items to add to MU's Asian collection.
Convict seeks new trial in Miles Heard murder
A new witness took the stand in the Callaway County Courthouse to offer a fresh perspective on the 2009 murder of Miles Heard at Douglass Park.
FROM READERS: Mother writes 'my purpose in life has now been put in front of me'
Robin Friedrich shares her baby's journey with hydrocephalus in the hopes of raising awareness and encouraging research for a cure.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Medicaid expansion would help Missouri's citizens
There is so much need to raise Medicaid eligibility to 138 percent of federal poverty level, so small community hospitals can stay open and provide vital care and stabilization to those who live far from larger cities.
Blues' Elliott dominant again in win over Stars
Blues goalie Brian Elliott made 21 saves in his team's 2-1 win.
Phillies' Halladay returns to form in win over Cardinals
After a rough streak leading into the game, Phillies starter Roy Halladay held the Cardinals to two hits in seven innings on Friday.
Floodwaters rising after storms throughout Midwestern states including Missouri
Communities around Midwestern rivers prepare for possible near-record floods as the rain from this week causes rivers to rise. Some communities are already affected by flood waters.
Missouri Gov. Nixon vetoes local vehicle sales tax bill
Nixon said he believes the bill contains flaws that could result in inequitable taxation or an even greater loss of revenues to local governments.
Missouri Gov. Nixon declares flood emergency, activates National Guard
Gov. Nixon sent the Missouri National Guard to help fight the impending flood conditions in Clarksville, Mo., located along the Mississippi River.
Official: 12 bodies recovered after Texas blast
Even before investigators released a confirmed number of fatalities, the names of the dead were becoming known in the town of 2,800.
10 things to know for Friday, April 19
The FBI released photos and videos of two suspects in the Boston Marathon bombing. Here's a quick guide with links and video to that and other top nation and world news.
Adolphus Busch IV resigns from NRA
Busch criticized the group for its stand against a ban on assault weapons and large capacity magazines. He was a member of the NRA since 1975 and has been known as a staunch gun rights advocate.