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The number of fatal opioid overdoses has gone down in the last few years in Missouri, but the emergence of nitazenes — a class of potent, synthetic opioids – has state officials concerned.

Although the team has been investigating the mid-Missouri area since January, the decision to launch “Operation Brightside” was made several weeks ago after the death of a Stephens College student in a downtown Columbia shooting.

The STORM team will focus on roadways with high crash rates, dangerous driving behaviors and criminal activity.

The Highway Patrol used planes on Tuesday in addition to patrol vehicles to enforce speed limits.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to a sinkhole Sunday afternoon that formed in Howard County.

The markings are difficult to see during the day to help each Highway Patrol troop monitor reckless drivers.

Advocates gathered at the state capitol Tuesday to celebrate the first year of the Hands-Free Law.

After more than 34 years of service, Governor-Elect Mike Kehoe appointed Major Michael A. Turner as the new superintendent.

The fatalities all occurred on Christmas Eve in a single crash in St. Francois County.

There were hundreds of deer-related collisions on the highways surrounding Columbia last November, including more than 40 on U.S. 63 and more than 20 on Interstate 70.