The budget would take effect Oct. 1, which will be the start of the 2027 fiscal year.

The suit alleges the Columbia officials did not have the authority to use a transportation fund to guarantee certain revenue targets to the airline.

In a late-night order, Missouri’s highest court directed the secretary of state to explain his actions implementing gerrymandered congressional map

Investigators have found no evidence of foul play or criminal activity in connection to the death of a man found floating in the Missouri River last Friday, the Jefferson City Police Department said in a Tuesday news release.

Officials say a new development map will help the city as it plots development efforts in north St. Louis areas impacted by last year's tornado.

New Apple CEO John Ternus announces the iPhone Duo, which folds like a passport and is the most radical iPhone design update in nearly 20 years.

The leader of the Education Department's special education office told employees she is resigning less than four months in the role and as the agency overall is morphing and shrinking.

Prosecutors told the court that Andrew and Tristan Tate boasted about having multiple passports and flying on private jets. But the Tates' lawyers argued they were only playing a role for their fans.

Meet four inspiring members of Columbia Business Times's 20 Under Forty Class of 2026, from a school principal championing the arts in education to a city government professional pushing for greater civic engagement in the community. Tune in as they share their favorite Columbia spots, events, and the personal growth journeys that define them! September 9, 2026

The Missouri State Capitol dome will shine teal and purple Tuesday night in recognition of National 988 Day and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

Meet four inspiring members of Columbia Business Times's 20 Under Forty Class of 2026, each sharing the bold career risks that defined their success. From leaving retail for a painting company to uprooting an entire life and business to start fresh in Columbia, these rising leaders prove that the biggest leaps can lead to the greatest rewards! September 8, 2026

Caleb Termorshuizen won the men's race, and Heather Hunt won the women's race.

The fiscal year 2027 budget projects about $574 million in revenue, $547 million in operating expenditures, $56 million in capital improvement projects and $603 million in total expenditures, according to council materials.

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who oversees emergency appeals for the region, requested People Not Politicians respond by noon Monday. The deadline to finalize the November ballot is Tuesday.