Afternoon Newscast for January 6, 2026

By Rebecca Smith

Published January 6, 2026 at 4:29 PM CST

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Here's a look at some regional headlines from the KBIA newsroom:

Ameren Missouri is moving ahead with its Reform Solar Project near Fulton; community members will have two opportunities this week to give input on the project.
Proposed federal cuts threaten nursing programs and research funding for Missouri
Interstate 70 entrance ramp near Williamsburg to close this week
Missouri and Illinois lawmakers react to Trump’s decision to invade Venezuela

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Rebecca Smith

Rebecca Smith is an award-winning reporter and producer for the KBIA Health & Wealth Desk. Born and raised outside of Rolla, Missouri, she has a passion for diving into often overlooked issues that affect the rural populations of her state – especially stories that broaden people’s perception of “rural” life.

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