Columbia's proposed smart meter project would give residents real-time utility data and faster outage detection.

A request from lawmakers to create a method for determining state funding of public universities while keeping funding flat creates challenge for state officials.

Users can explore information on detention locations, pathways into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, and other data on the immigration enforcement landscape in Missouri.

The Montgomery County Commission unanimously approved a tax incentive package for Google's new data center as some residents still fight to keep data centers out of their county.

MU researchers aim to reduce technology’s energy demand.

Scott Fitzpatrick says Missouri must bring spending in line with tax collections or risk emergency reductions to state services.

The South African musician's "Mannenberg" was often called his country's unofficial anthem during the final years of apartheid.

In America, U.S.A., Princeton historian Eddie Glaude Jr. looks at the country through the lens of its previous anniversaries and centennials. "The divided soul of the nation is in full view," he says.

Adam Castillo, founder of AGS Myanmar, was detained Thursday at Yangon International Airport. The U.S. State Department is aware of a reported detention but hasn't commented further.

A black bear was recently spotted outside of a Planet Fitness on Nifong Boulevard, and it is believed that flooding pushed it into the city.

Voluntary Action Center’s chief development officer, Stacie Pottinger, tells us how their annual fan drive helps low-income neighbors beat the dangerous summer heat at home. Learn how to qualify for a free fan or how to donate new/gently used fans (or just make a monetary donation) to support this life-saving community program. June 15, 2026

School officials say some spending has been an investment in the school’s future, and times are tough for many colleges.

Building the complex would require removing University Place apartments and other buildings used for student housing.

Don't miss tonight's “From Slavery to Fashion,” a street fashion show honoring Black culture and designers like today's guest, Franky Karmen! Franky and The District's Nickie Davis tell us how how this community-driven event will transform downtown Columbia into an outdoor runway, complete with blocked-off streets, local vendors, and a celebration of Black creativity, fashion, and entrepreneurship at The Shops at Sharp End. June 12, 2026

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