Parties are meeting Wednesday for People Not Politicians' case related to Missouri's new gerrymandered congressional map.

APRNs — advanced practice registered nurses — help provide access to health care especially in areas where there may be a shortage. Strict regulations in some states prompt many to cross state lines.

Emergency officials are preparing for more high-water events as forecasters predict a wetter-than-usual summer.

The city's electric fund is projected to fall nearly $15 million under its target cash reserves in fiscal year 2027, according to a city memo.

A decision in the case could affect the 2026 primary and general elections, which are tied to whichever congressional map is in effect.

The Missouri Association of Realtors donated $2 million Monday to defeat Amendment 4, pouring new money into a fight over citizen-led ballot initiatives just days after spending nearly the same amount to oppose a separate tax overhaul on Missouri’s Aug. 4 ballot.

Ariana Grande is about to release her eighth album, Petal. With "Hate That I Made You Love Me," she continues an impressive and unusual streak on the charts.

The reboot highlights a dire problem for the country's nuclear program. Japan is running out of space to store spent nuclear fuel and lacks plans for radioactive waste disposal.

The National Museum of Korea is home to the Room of Quiet Contemplation, which features two of South Korea's most treasured artworks: gilt-bronze bodhisattva statues from the sixth and seventh centuries.

Olivet Christian Church’s 68th annual barbecue fundraiser on Saturday, June 13 is a drive-through-only event serving up chicken dinners with all the fixins. Lori Valleroy says money raised will go to support Olivet’s ministry fund, P.E.A.C.E. and H.O.P.E. Center for Youth, and Good Dads, Inc. June 11, 2026

Celebrate The Montminy Gallery’s 2nd annual birthday party fundraiser with cakes, champagne, and art on Saturday, June 20 at the Boone County History & Culture Center in Columbia; plus, explore the whimsical “Tea Time” exhibit inspired by vintage tea cozies. Guests: Robin LaBrunerie, Vicky Berry and Chris Campbell June 10, 2026

Forty people in Linn will be able to vote for the next mayor on Tuesday after their April election ballots contained a clerical error.

The city of Columbia will resume weekly recycling collection next week. KBIA’s Libby Howell has more on the current status of Columbia’s recycling program.

You're invited to Crane’s Country Store in Williamsburg on Saturday, June 13 for a special Father’s Day event featuring giveaways, a food truck, and great gifts for dad! Plus, a big “100 Years in the ’Burg” - marking 100 years in their 1926 building - is happening later this year. Owner David Crane joins us with details. June 9, 2026

The Columbia School Board unanimously approved a $390 million budget for the 2026-2027 school year during a regular session Monday.