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Ryan Ferguson’s Lawyer Files Motion Based on New Testimony
Motion Based on Charles Erickson Statement That He Acted Alone
According to the Western District Court of Appeals, Ryan Ferguson's attorney has filed a motion to remand based on newly discovered evidence in the 2001 beating and murder of Kent Heitholt.
- Click here to read the first part of Ferguson's Motion to Remand
- Click here to read the second part of Ferguson's Motion to Remand
- Click here to read Ferguson's Motion for Extension of Time
Bill Would Require Drug Testing for Welfare Applicants Missouri House members have given first round approval to a bill that would require drug testing for those seeking cash welfare benefits and for elected officials.
Forum kicks off first competitive race for mayor in 15 yearsFive of the six candidates vying to be mayor discuss issues they will most likely encounter if they got the position at a Paquin Tower forum. The election is April 6.
Midwest group work to exonerate the wrongfully accusedJosh Kezer, pictured right, spent 16 years in prison after being wrongfully accused of murder, and Dennis Fritz, the subject of John Grisham's book "The Innocent Man," work with the Midwest Innocence Project to ensure no others meet their fate.
Grand Jury Investigating Whether 'Pay to Play' System Exists in Missouri A federal grand jury in Kansas City investigating whether there is a “pay to play” system in the Missouri legislature heard testimony from Lee's Summit Republican Senator Matt Bartle Tuesday and the chairman of a political committee involved in money transactions that some allege led to the killing of a Bartle bill toughening restrictions on the adult entertainment industry.
Reducing CO2 Has Its CostsBiomass is a plant material used as a source of fuel. In Missouri, biomass from wood sources, or woody biomass, is most readily available right now as a renewable fuel. In this edition of The Green Report, reporter Gary Grigsby tells us more about woody biomass and whether there will be enough of it to go around. (Pictured: Wood chips are mixed in with coal at MU's power plant)
The Long RunKBIA's Sara Wittmeyer brings you stories of area runners' marathon experiences, as well as her own perspective -- her first-ever marathon is January 31 in Miami. Click here for links to runners' stories, Sara's blog, and a special one-hour Thinking Out Loud: Saturday Sports program.
Recapping the State of the StateMoney may be tight, but Missouri is well-positioned to emerge from the economic downturn. That was the message from Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon in his State of the State Address last week. KBIA’s Kyle Stokes has this recap of the speech. This story was featured on KBIA's Talking Politics.
Columbia Resident Dedicates Life to Making Bible Timeline Bible stories can often be difficult to grasp for young children. One Columbia resident spent 30 years making a mural to bring the stories and timeline of the Bible to life. KBIA’s Hillary Mullin met with Jennie McAfee as she shared the story of her lifetime project. This story was also featured in KBIA's Exam.
CIS Students Heading to South Africa Four Columbia Independent School high school students wil help restore a school in Mthatha, South Africa. They're going with Be the Change Vacations, which was co-founded by MU veterinary professor Dr. Jimi Cook. This story was featured on this week's Off the Clock. (Pictured: CIS Students and staff)
Nixon Dicusses Jobs Package in Columbia Just one day after his State of the State Address, Gov. Jay Nixon made a quick tour of Missouri Thursday outlining his three pronged 2010 Jobs Package. (Pictured: Nixon visits Columbia start-up Newsy.com to discuss his Jobs Package.)
Web Extra! Watch a portion of Gov. Nixon's speech at Newsy.com.
MU Physician to Treat Wounded Soldiers in GermanyMU physician Stephen Barnes practiced medicine while serving as a trauma surgeon in Iraq in 2006. Now, Barnes is heading to Germany to help train young army doctors as part of the Senior Visiting Surgeon Program. This story was featured on KBIA's Under the Microscope. (Pictured: MU physician Stephen Barnes.)
CMSE Provides Jobs for Workers with Disabilities Many companies use subcontractors to complete small jobs as a part of a larger project. Central Missouri Subcontracting Enterprises has subcontracted for 40 years but with a different approach. KBIA's Spencer Ernst tells us how CMSE is making a difference for its workers and the community. This story was featured on KBIA's Business Beat.
State of the State Address Will Focus on Budget Governor Jay Nixon will deliver his State of the State Address tonight at 7. The budget is expected to be the main topic. KBIA will broadcast the speech live followed by Lt. Governor Peter Kinder's Republican Response. Phill Brooks has a preview.
Groundbreaking for Columbia's Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Odor control and energy efficiency upgrades are just a couple of the changes to Columbia’s Wastewater Treatment Plant. City and State officials broke ground Thursday for the 62-million dollar construction project.
Company Works to Develop Nanotechnology Applications Nanotechnology is an emerging industry globally. It’s usually used in healthcare and computers but its potential is still unknown as scientists work with industry to develop applications for the technology. At MU a business is burgeoning that unites industry, engineering, science and global industries all coming together to become players in the field of nanotechnology enterprises. (Pictured: Drs. Shubhra and Keshab Gangopadhyay are working to develop nanotechnology applications for global industries, from their labs at the University of Missouri.)
Priest Accused of Inappropriate Conduct The Catholic Diocese of Jefferson City and the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests also known as SNAP are responding to concerns about recent allegations involving a priest in the diocese. Father Thomas Seifner was put on temporary administrative leave in December after the Jefferson City Diocese received a report of what it’s calling “inappropriate electronic communication” between Father Seifner and a minor.(Pictured: SNAPs Barbara Dorris and Don Asbee.)
School Board Votes to Put Bond Issue on April Ballot School board members approved it last night, and now a bond issue will go before Columbia voters. The board voted unanimously to put the issue on the April 6th ballot. The district is asking for $120 million.
Residents Rally to Help Neighbor Struck by TragedyResidents in a small rural Missouri community are coming together to help one of their neighbors who was struck by tragedy. Dairy farm owner Jesse Perez was killed in October. In this report, KBIA's Kathleen Sprouse reports on how the community is working to keep the family's farm running.
MODOT Battles Cold Temps and Wind Gusts to Treat Roads MODOT is having a difficult time treating the roads across Missouri because of the cold temperatures and gusting wind. Roads are passable but even major highways and Interstate 70 are not clear. Click here for a map of road conditions across the state.
2010 Legislative Session Begins Wednesday The 2010 legislative session begins Wednesday and the budget will be among the most difficult issues lawmakers will have to work through. Marshall Griffin reports on the ensuing battle over how to spend the state’s dwindling revenues. This story was also featured in KBIA's Talking Politics.
Bitter Arctic Cold Will Linger Through the Week The arctic cold greeting Missouri residents in the New Year will be here for a while. The National Weather Service says temperatures are unlikely to crack the freezing mark in the next week. Click here for the story. The Boone County Fire Protection District has released a list of home heating safety tips. Click here for the list of precautions.
Mid-Missouri Volunteers Brave Cold Temps for Audubon Christmas Bird Count The National Audubon Society's annual Christmas Bird Count ends Tuesday. For the past three weeks tens of thousands of people around the country have spent a portion of at least one day counting as many birds and bird species as possible. In Columbia, about 75 people got up early on December 19th to count birds. Reporter Gary Grigsby tells us that while bird enthusiasts do this for fun, it is also important for the environment.
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