Afternoon Newscast for January 8, 2026

By Rebecca Smith

Published January 8, 2026 at 5:37 PM CST

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

Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley draws Trump’s wrath on Venezuela war powers resolution
A thorny-looking Missouri bug is shaking up what survival looks like as global temperatures rise
'We all need a cheerleader': Love Columbia continues to champion affordable housing
Missouri House Democrat wants to impeach Secretary of State Hoskins over redistricting

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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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