KOMU 8 News
Moberly mom launches emergency resource for community needs
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- Moberly mom launches emergency resource for community needs
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
- Description
- Tiffany Lopez, a Moberly mother, is on a mission to give back in the same way others gave to her. Lopez moved to Moberly in 2023 after escaping domestic abuse and now is the owner and founder of The Blessing Shed at 601 Harrison Avenue.
The Blessing Shed is an emergency resource that provides food, clothing, hygiene products and baby supplies to those in need.
Read more: https://www.komu.com/abrightertomorrow/moberly-mom-launches-emergency-resource-after-experience-with-community-support-programs/article_e59ba342-2d3f-4ddf-b112-ef637d08f617.html
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- High mosquito activity this Fourth of July in Missouri
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Mosquito activity is set to continue over the course of Fourth of July weekend. Some ways to avoid mosquito bites, is use any insect repellent including DEET or for big bodies of water, deploy an item called water dunks to get rid of the insects.
Read more on ways to stay safe during holiday festivities: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/fourth-of-july-weekend-will-have-ideal-conditions-for-mosquitoes-expert-says/article_f2e3c170-78d6-41bc-95f9-4ed9efefdf6c.html
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- Jefferson City first responders push to raise public safety sales tax rate amid staffing shortages
- Runtime
- 1:58
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- The Jefferson City Council Public Safety Committee recommended raising the public safety sales tax from a quarter-cent to a half-cent. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/elections/jefferson-city-first-responders-push-to-raise-public-safety-sales-tax-rate-amid-staffing-shortages/article_6e0969a7-a1d2-4a2d-80cf-51cafd4dd90a.html
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- Emergency repair forces partial I-70 closure in Columbia
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- One lane of eastbound Interstate 70 and the Providence Road off-ramp are set to close Wednesday for emergency pavement repairs. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/emergency-repair-forces-partial-i-70-closure-at-providence-road-in-columbia/article_f4c5b00d-189b-486b-a6f4-e496160a48a1.html.
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- Missouri leaders respond to state budget reductions to their programs
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Mid-Missouri organization leaders respond to funding cuts after Kehoe signed $50.7 billion state budget into law Tuesday. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/mid-missouri-leaders-respond-to-state-budget-reductions-to-their-programs/article_9be77731-8777-44f8-8930-ce6b7e3f19dd.html.
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- Osage Beach, other cities, face issues with fireworks company ahead of Fourth of July
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Osage Beach's Fourth of July fireworks festival was postponed by a week and a golf club in Camdenton had to cancel its fireworks show. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/osage-beach-other-cities-face-issues-with-fireworks-company-ahead-of-fourth-of-july/article_e74b6494-9a67-4c40-9273-5939f09ed255.html.
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- Protestors push back against new Columbia median ordinance
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- 2:27
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Protesters challenged Columbia’s new median ordinance on its first day in effect, claiming it unfairly targets homeless people. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/protestors-push-back-against-new-columbia-median-ordinance/article_50d80279-3619-466d-8aa2-df9ec410a2a4.html.
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- New peer navigator program coming to the Boone County Jail
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- 1:23
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- A new peer navigator program could better support people released from the Boone County Jail. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/new-peer-navigator-program-coming-to-the-boone-county-jail/article_c2a13864-6b8f-453c-97e8-59955a2cb70f.html.
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- Columbia, Missouri, median ordinance sparks protests
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Alliance For the First Amendment, a Columbia advocacy group, says the city's new median safety ordinance violates the First Amendment. The ordinance restricts where people can stand and interact with drivers on busy roadways and took effect Wednesday, July 1.
The new ordinance led to peaceful protests in medians at the intersection of Business Loop 70 and Providence Road. Protesters say the ordinance unfairly targets people facing or experiencing homelessness.
The Columbia Police Department said first-time violators will receive a warning, but people engaged in unsafe and dangerous conduct at medians, or repeated violators, are more likely to receive citations.
Full story: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/new-columbia-median-safety-restrictions-go-into-effect-wednesday-with-protests-planned/article_777bf5d9-9977-497b-88c9-05d79b29b303.html
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- New Columbia median safety restrictions go into effect Wednesday with protests planned
- Runtime
- 1:44
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Under new regulations, people in Columbia will largely be prohibited from occupying medians. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/new-columbia-median-safety-restrictions-go-into-effect-wednesday-with-protests-planned/article_777bf5d9-9977-497b-88c9-05d79b29b303.html
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- Community decides next steps for Columbia retail incubator as funding runs dry
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- 2:18
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Columbia community members gathered Monday to discuss the future of the Shops at Sharp End as its funding runs out. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/columbias-downtown-district-seeks-community-input-as-funding-for-shops-at-sharp-end-runs-dry/article_7f0fa3d0-f448-4e7b-b7ee-4ebb3ed618ee.html.
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- Brady Davidson checks in as he enters year two with NIU
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Former Rock Bridge Quarterback David Davidson checks in with Hudson Summerall as he prepares for a quarterback battle before the 2026 college football season begins.
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- Salvation Army gives out free fans in Columbia amid high temperatures
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- To help residents cope with the heat, the Salvation Army of Columbia held its Annual Fan Drive Tuesday. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/salvation-army-gives-out-free-fans-in-columbia-amid-high-temperatures/article_a9ea106b-3d6c-4b8f-9408-34329f692c52.html.
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- MoDOT to pause I-70 construction for Fourth of July weekend
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- MoDOT will pause temporary I-70 closures from July 2-6 to ease Fourth of July holiday travel impacts.
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- Boone County landmark has brought people together for decades
- Runtime
- 3:35
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- As the big bur oak tree begins to show signs of decline, efforts are underway to preserve its legacy.
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- Mizzou running back Ahmad Hardy named Walter Camp preseason first-team All-American
- Runtime
- 0:39
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Ahmad Hardy was named to the 2026 Walter Camp preseason All-America First Team. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/sports/mizzouxtra/mizzous-ahmad-hardy-named-walter-camp-preseason-first-team-all-american/article_097a6307-fd69-4801-a463-73d269f62eac.html.
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- Missouri Governor signs $50.7 billion state budget, cuts funding to some programs
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Gov. Mike Kehoe highlighted investments in public safety and agriculture, while he reduced funding to specific organizations. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/state/kehoe-signs-50-7-billion-state-budget-cuts-funding-to-some-mid-missouri-programs/article_9df8df31-1a32-457a-90c3-4c3f9292212b.html.
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- Two pedestrians injured in Jefferson City hit-and-run
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- The Jefferson City Police Department is seeking information after a Monday hit-and-run involving two pedestrians. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/two-pedestrians-injured-in-jefferson-city-hit-and-run/article_e4a9eeb3-8310-4f1d-a9d6-9c917cacb094.html.
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- Brady Cook and Cody Schrader host first Legacy football camp
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Former Mizzou football stars Brady Cook and Cody Schrader host first Legacy camp for youth athletes in St. Louis. Get the full story at https://www.komu.com/sports/brady-cook-cody-schrader-host-first-legacy-football-camp/article_5cf4745f-8e4c-48ae-89b4-fe4e934c4ee8.html
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- Children receive custom playhouses at Habitat for Humanity's first-ever playhouse build event
- Runtime
- 0:41
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Nine custom playhouses were built Saturday for Jefferson City children. Get the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/children-receive-custom-playhouses-at-habitat-for-humanitys-first-ever-playhouse-build-event/article_652e5ba3-7d77-4726-8277-002bb418c942.html.
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- Columbia Farmers Market receives grant to support healthy food access
- Runtime
- 2:02
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Columbia Farmers Market received $37,500 from the Veterans United Foundation to support better access to healthy foods. Get the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/columbia-farmers-market-receives-grant-to-support-healthy-food-access/article_32b4fcaa-3bbb-4ed9-99d1-741aa273e2fa.html.
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- Holts Summit annual firework festival kicks off early July Fourth celebrations
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The festival drew attendees of all ages to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States' independence.
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- Randolph County judge finds Moberly man guilty of second-degree murder
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Judge Robert Koffman found David Kip Heyde guilty in the death of 23-year-old Bailey Scott following a two-day bench trial. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/randolph-county-judge-finds-moberly-man-guilty-of-second-degree-murder/article_5eb8c8e3-bf6c-4c73-8e2d-7021d55ce44f.html
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- Four paddlers attempt to set new Missouri River speed record
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- A team of four paddlers is trying to break the record for fastest paddle down the 2,341-mile Missouri River.
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- Moberly mom launches emergency resource after experience with community support programs
- Runtime
- 3:34
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Tiffany Lopez started The Blessing Shed in Moberly last fall with the goal of helping community members in need. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/abrightertomorrow/moberly-mom-launches-emergency-resource-after-experience-with-community-support-programs/article_e59ba342-2d3f-4ddf-b112-ef637d08f617.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
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- Witnesses testify as Randolph County murder trial gets underway
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- The bench trial for a Moberly man accused of fatally shooting a woman in 2025 began Thursday. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/witnesses-testify-as-randolph-county-murder-trial-gets-underway/article_69a6109f-a8e1-496a-b959-fc93d6d08e15.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
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- Longtime state lawyer arrested in Boone County child enticement enforcement operation
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- The former top lawyer for the Missouri Department of Revenue was arrested and charged with child enticement in Boone County. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/longtime-state-lawyer-arrested-in-boone-county-child-enticement-enforcement-operation/article_f3e669f0-65f3-4c7c-9255-15717efb4df5.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
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- Columbia's median restrictions go into effect in one week
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- The city of Columbia's new median safety ordinance goes into effect on Tuesday, July 1. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/columbias-median-restrictions-go-into-effect-in-one-week/article_06ac5dd3-6b99-45e8-bc52-4e38179c1e2e.html
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- New statue honors military history in Missouri's capital
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- A unique bronze monument crafted by a local veteran honors mid-Missouri's deep military and agricultural roots. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/cole-county-honors-military-history-with-new-courthouse-statue-unveiling/article_f4c805bb-317f-4bc6-8676-45eb38df66b6.html.
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- Indiana man charged with stalking Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham
- Runtime
- 0:29
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Kevin Singh faces stalking charges after allegedly sending threatening and explicit messages to Sophie Cunningham. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/sports/prosports/indiana-man-charged-with-stalking-sophie-cunningham/article_4ad0cba3-6b67-409e-a29a-ec5ac51522d1.html.
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- Missouri secretary of state sues to close records on redistricting referendum signatures
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Denny Hoskins denied a request for records detailing his action on signatures he withheld from the verification work of local election authorities. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/state/missouri-secretary-of-state-sues-to-close-records-on-redistricting-referendum-signatures/article_2dfdcc4c-4018-4335-bfa8-d8e8be2f9a48.html.
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- New homeless shelter to provide space for people and pets in Columbia
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- The Voluntary Action Center Opportunity Campus is opening its doors soon to people and their pets. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/opportunity-campus-to-provide-space-for-people-and-pets-in-columbia/article_4ed9d929-be7c-46e0-875d-52c97b5f2aed.html.
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- Two injured in nearby Columbia shootings, including juvenile boy
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Columbia police are investigating two back-to-back shooting incidents, including one involving a juvenile boy. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/juvenile-found-shot-at-apartment-complex-on-clark-lane-man-found-shot-minutes-away/article_dff50d1e-7345-4c5c-8314-8ffea1c0e8a3.html
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- Second suspect in Boonville casino armed robbery arrested in Illinois
- Runtime
- 0:29
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- The FBI said law enforcement arrested Hollis C. Vanleer Jr. in Bloomington, Illinois, after searching for him for three months. Find the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/second-suspect-in-boonville-casino-armed-robbery-arrested-in-illinois/article_e11e6616-e6cc-423c-8da1-16cdc5a9ef3e.html
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- Cole County honors military history with new courthouse statue unveiling
- Runtime
- 1:27
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- A unique bronze monument crafted by a local veteran honors mid-Missouri's deep military and agricultural roots. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/cole-county-honors-military-history-with-new-courthouse-statue-unveiling/article_f4c805bb-317f-4bc6-8676-45eb38df66b6.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
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- Columbia Planned Parenthood begins medication abortions
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- 2:22
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- The Planned Parenthood clinic in Columbia started offering medication abortions Wednesday. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/columbia-planned-parenthood-begins-medication-abortions/article_58cd6e58-1ef1-4a58-ba7e-e32c135ccb45.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
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- Amazon holds Q&A in Montgomery County about incoming data center
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- Amazon answered questions about its data center campus, while an advocacy group highlighted local opposition.
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- Columbia Board of REALTORS hosts 1% public safety sales tax presentation
- Runtime
- 2:35
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- The city of Columbia is attempting to pass a 1% sales tax for emergency services on the August ballot.
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- Kansas City highway shooter still at large, FBI offering reward money for tips
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Oscar Sanchez-Munoz, who shot five people and killed one on I-70 in Kansas City on Tuesday evening, is still at large. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/state/kansas-city-highway-shooter-still-at-large-fbi-offering-reward-money-for-tips/article_0e375fe8-2cea-414c-8aba-970c1adcdf45.html
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- Osage County Sheriff's Office releases names of couple involved in fatal shooting
- Runtime
- 0:27
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- The Osage County Sheriff's Office released the names of the people involved in a deadly shooting on Friday. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/osage-county-sheriffs-office-releases-names-of-couple-involved-in-fatal-shooting/article_390fce1e-90c2-4775-9cb5-2994ce384e79.html
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- Annual Juneteenth Parade rolls through downtown Columbia Saturday morning
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Members of Columbia's City Council, University of Missouri athletes, politicians and activists joined in on the city's fifth annual Juneteenth parade. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/annual-juneteenth-parade-rolls-through-downtown-columbia-saturday-morning/article_f0162027-fb7b-4ca5-a4f3-e18938c46b85.html
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- Centralia community grieves 17-year-old after fatal crash
- Runtime
- 1:52
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- The Centralia community is supporting the Hull family after the loss of their son, Hunter Hull, according to local minister Justin Danielson. "That's who we are at Centralia," Danielson said. "We're a village that takes care of one another and is there for one another." Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/centralia-community-grieves-17-year-old-after-fatal-crash/article_dc11a6cb-7674-43b3-9294-088a7eae0e91.html
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- New affordable housing units coming soon in Jefferson City
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Transformational Housing is working to bring more affordable housing to Jefferson City with an apartment project on Jackson Street. Get the full story at https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/new-affordable-housing-units-on-the-horizon-in-jefferson-city/article_45eb2205-99d9-49e0-92a7-baf50d98700b.html.
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- Man walks across America after addiction relapse to rebuild life with dog by his side
- Runtime
- 2:07
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- After losing everything to addiction, one man is walking across America with his dog to rebuild his life. He left Kansas in April with nothing but his dog, Enzo, after relapsing with alcohol in early 2026. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/man-walks-across-america-after-addiction-relapse-to-rebuild-life-with-dog-by-his-side/article_c1309de5-c5c8-4bf6-8a9e-b5c92208d44d.html
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- Missouri Gov. Kehoe responds after judge strikes down most abortion restrictions
- Runtime
- 2:07
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- A Jackson County judge ruled Thursday to eliminate the waiting-period requirement for abortion patients. Additionally, Planned Parenthood clinics in St. Louis and Kansas City will offer medication abortions following the ruling. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/state/missouri-governor-responds-after-judge-strikes-down-most-abortion-restrictions/article_02518bde-f3be-48b7-aaa4-82ae6629d16c.html
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- Columbia celebrates Juneteenth at Douglass Park
- Runtime
- 2:08
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Columbia's Juneteenth community lunch kicked off at Douglass Park on Friday, ushering in a weekend of celebrations around the city. Read more here: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/free-community-lunch-at-douglass-park-celebrates-juneteenth/article_4f3a622b-f4b7-47df-aba1-3cfe337fa029.html
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- Kenneth Simpson sentenced to death for killing Hermann officer
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- A judge ruled that Kenneth Simpson, who was convicted of killing a Hermann police officer, will serve the death penalty. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/kenneth-simpson-sentenced-to-death-for-killing-hermann-officer/article_b60dbad2-3e3f-41a3-a045-ae9800360008.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
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- Missouri hemp farmers brace for impact of restrictive new law
- Runtime
- 2:58
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Starting Nov. 12, intoxicating hemp products will no longer be sold in grocery stores, bars, smoke shops and many other locations across Missouri. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/missouri-hemp-farmers-brace-for-impact-of-restrictive-new-law/article_df1c75e0-9f50-45a9-af3a-d96ef89cdc27.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
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- Fulton building collapse halts new coffee shop's upcoming opening
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Businesses and residents on Nichols Street in Fulton were impacted after a building collapsed on Wednesday. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/fulton-building-collapse-halts-new-coffee-shops-upcoming-opening/article_0ff8cf0d-c186-4cdd-b5b4-67eb6436840c.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
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- Men tied to 2024 Columbia shooting death get probation
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- The two suspects in deadly 2024 shooting in Columbia were given probation in connection to the shooting of Orrion Moody. Find the full story and more on https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/men-tied-to-2024-columbia-shooting-death-get-probation/article_82410e84-ef74-4bc0-8fa7-f2ca6d978794.html and download the KOMU 8 News app on iOS and Android devices.
