The Missouri Supreme Court unanimously voted yesterday that Secretary of State Denny Hoskins put the map on the November ballot. The Supreme Court’s ruling reversed a Cole County judge’s decision, who originally said that Missouri’s referendum powers do not apply to redistricting, but the Missouri Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the plain text in the…
Eight mid-Missouri men are facing a total of 17 federal charges related to alleged child sex crimes. The indictments stem from a June undercover operation by the Boone County Sheriff’s Office targeting potential online predators. Investigators posed as minors and advertised escort services online. Those indicted include former Missouri Department of Revenue general counsel Daniel…
A body was recovered Thursday afternoon from the lake at Stephens Lake Park in Columbia. Police say a caller reported seeing a body near the shore. Columbia police, crime scene investigators and the Columbia Fire Department responded and recovered the body. Police have not released the identity of the deceased because next of kin had…
A Cole County jury has found 33-year-old Korey D. Owens guilty on two counts of first-degree statutory sodomy involving a child. The charges stem from a 2015 child abuse investigation. Prosecutors say the victim testified about extensive abuse, with that account supported by disclosures to multiple adults, including forensic interviewers and Children’s Division investigators. The…
Paul Wagner will be the newest member of the Columbia Public School Board. The board voted unanimously Thursday to appoint Wagner to the seat vacated by Jeanne Snodgrass, who resigned in July after planning to move outside the district. Wagner was chosen over Erica Perry, an MU Health Care business support coordinator and former elementary…
Get ready for an afternoon of shopping and fun in downtown Mexico. Mexico Market Madness, sponsored by Mainstreet Mexico, is happening Sunday, September 13, from noon to four p.m. The downtown flea market will feature vendors selling antiques, collectibles, handmade items, home décor and more. Food trucks will also be on hand. Anyone can set…
in College Football last night The No. 25 Missouri Tigers dominated their season opener, defeating the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions 54-14 at Faurot Field. Jumping out to a 40-0 halftime lead before resting its starters. QB Austin Simmons dazzled in his Mizzou debut with 252 yards and 4 TDs, while Donovan Olugbode caught 8 passes…
The two men who were charged in connection to an armed robbery of the casino in Boonville have been indicted by a federal grand jury. Benjamin Michael-Dass of Columbia Mo. and Hollis Cortez Vanleer of Illinois were charged with conspiracy to interfere with commerce by robbery, interfering with commerce by robbery, and brandishing a firearm…
Workers and faculty for the University of Missouri rallied on Thursday afternoon demanding higher wages. The rally occurred at Memorial Union on Missouri’s campus and was held by LiUNA Local 955, a branch of a labor union that represents over 70,000 public employees. Workers, faculty, students and community members rallied, handing out flyers before the…
An inmate at the Moberly Correctional Center has been charged for allegedly assaulting an employee. Surveillance footage reportedly showed 30-year-old inmate Brenden L. Wissman striking an employee in the face before continuing to assault them while they were on the ground. Detectives said that the victim was found unconscious and seriously injured. Wissman was charged…
Officers are asking for help from the public in relation to recent vehicle theft investigations in Jefferson City. Police specifically cited a vehicle theft on Mesa Avenue. The requested that residents check home security cameras and doorbell footage, and that they report any suspicious activity during overnight and early morning hours. Those with any information…
The Montgomery Fire Protection District responded to a vehicle fire on I-70 on Wednesday night just after 10 p.m. A press release states that first responders found the vehicle fully involved with flames and that explosions were coming from it, and that sparks flying from the car ignited nearby grass in the median. No injuries…
The man at the center of a three-hour standoff Tuesday in a Columbia home is now facing charges tied to a May police pursuit. Twenty-three-year-old Ethan McCauley is charged with armed criminal action, flight to avoid arrest and resisting arrest. Court documents say deputies were called after McCauley allegedly arrived at a home with a…
A Jefferson City man is facing three federal charges for allegedly distributing fentanyl, including one count tied to a death. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says a federal grand jury indicted Bryan Isaiah Thomas on Wednesday. Prosecutors allege Thomas distributed fentanyl three times in Cole County in March, with one of those incidents resulting in a…
Columbia police and downtown bar and nightlife managers met Wednesday to discuss public safety following several violent incidents in the area. The meeting focused on improving communication between police and businesses, as well as communication among businesses when safety concerns arise. Police Chief Jill Schlude says the goal is a safe and welcoming downtown. The…
