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Mizzou baseball collapses late, closing season with loss to Texas
Mizzou rallied in the eighth inning, scoring five runs, but it wasn't enough for a late comeback. A short start by Keyler Gonzalez and inconsistent performance from the bullpen set
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Snag $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
County health assessment data identifies bullying as a key area for support
Boone County students reported more bullying-related behaviors than the state average in the 2026 maternal health assessment.
Missouri has embraced sports betting. So why isn’t the state raking in tax revenue?
Missourians bet more than half a billion dollars in the first month of legal sports wagering, but just over $500,000 came back to the state as tax revenue.
Mizzou indoor track to be named after Tom Botts
The Tigers announced that they are renaming their indoor track Monday.
Labor unions are growing, but where depends on state politics
Last year, the nation added more than 411,000 union members — the largest annual growth since 2008.
A woman for all seasons: Mescher teaches science and coaches wrestling at Battle when she's not competing in roller derby
A lifelong soccer player, Battle wrestling coach Kelsey Mescher now satisfies her competitive itch through coaching and in the roller-derby rink, where she is a staple of the circuit.
Mizzou right hand pitcher Josh McDevitt pitches a ball
Mizzou right hand pitcher Josh McDevitt pitches a ball during the baseball game against Texas A&M on Friday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou's loss brings their season record to
Rural Missourians far more likely to be uninsured than urban residents
Rural Missourians rely more on Medicaid but are still more likely to be uninsured than urban Missourians, as lack of employer coverage and access barriers take hold across the state.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Get $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses right now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Take $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Commentary: Missouri’s education board was designed to resist politics. Transparency is essential
Most Missourians probably could not name a member of the State Board of Education. Most could not explain why board members serve eight-year terms or why Missouri’s Constitution limits the number of members from the same political party. That is understandable. The State Board was never intended to be a political institution that attracted significant […]
Strong bullpen game brings Mizzou baseball series win over Vanderbilt
Mizzou baseball earned a series win over Vanderbilt with a 4-1 victory in the rubber match game Sunday.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Snag $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Three Mizzou players picked for Sports Illustrated All-America honors
Running back Jamal Roberts and offensive tackle Cayden Green were picked for fist-team honors. Quarterback Austin Simmons is in the midst of weighing his options for 2027, according to a
Slashing gas taxes is good politics but bad policy
Pausing the gas tax subsidizes demand during a supply shock. And it deprives governments of revenue they depend on.
Could Mizzou football's 2015 boycott be replicated today in college sports?
With the landscape of college sports shifting dramatically since 2015, it might make the possibility of a boycott difficult.
Working Missourians can't afford hidden hospital contract games
Every year, the trustees of our carpenters’ health and welfare fund sit down to figure out how much it will cost to keep our members and their families covered. And every year, the number goes up. Not because our members are getting sicker. Not because they’re using more care. It goes up because health care […]
Public health planner answers questions on homelessness strategic plan
City staff has planned focus groups, stakeholder input meetings and one-on-one interviews to develop a strategic plan.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Snag $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, top promos
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Schmitt feels optimistic on upcoming vote for Protect College Sports Act
U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., spoke to reporters at Memorial Stadium on Thursday regarding the Protect College Sports Act, which he is a co-sponsor of. He met with Missouri coach
Rural Health Transformation Program targets structural barriers across Missouri
Under the initiative, Missouri will receive more than $216 million aimed at modernizing care in rural communities.
Mizzou Baseball Director of Recruiting and Operations Jose Carballo cheers
Mizzou Baseball Director of Recruiting and Operations Jose Carballo cheers on the Tigers during the first inning of the game against UIC on Thursday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Carballo
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Get $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos right now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Snag $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses today
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Cardiology services at Boone Health set to resume on May 11
Boone Health is hiring three physicians from the Missouri Heart Center and plans to employ 14-16 physicians over 18 months.
Business roundup: New stores and restaurants land in Columbia
Four businesses have plans to open new locations in Downtown Columbia.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Receive $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: $5,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos in April
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Take $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, top promos here
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Mizzou soccer blanked 2-0 in loss to Auburn
Mizzou stretched its SEC winless streak to 12 in a 2-0 loss to Auburn on Thursday night in Columbia.
Mizzou revamps student ticket system
Mizzou Athletics announced sweeping changes to the ticket-distrubution system for students that will go into affect in the 2026-2027 school year. The department wanted to create a more just system
Mizzou softball defeats Auburn again for first SEC series win
The Tigers got their first SEC weekend series win after beating Auburn with some strong early offense and effective pitching.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Claim $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses here
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Mizzou soccer falls to Missouri State on the road
Mizzou dropped its second game of the year in a 1-0 loss to Missouri State on Sunday.
Thunder Lakers Basketball
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, right, passes the ball as Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton defends during the first half of Game 3 in a second-round NBA basketball
Mizzou swim and dive success continues
Mizzou swim and dive continued its success in the final day of the NCAA Championships, and other college action from Saturday.
Amahdrion Bradshaw hits the ball to North Kansas City’s side
Amahdrion Bradshaw hits the ball to North Kansas City’s side after being set up by his teammate on Monday at Battle High School in Columbia. The Spartans defeated the Hornets
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Claim $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
MU hires Angie Jabir as Deputy Athletic Director
Angie Jabir will be joining Mizzou Athletics as the Deputy Athletics Director for Olympic Sport Leadership and Senior Woman Administrator.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: $5,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos right now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Columbia business owner named 2026 Missouri Small Business Person of the Year
Tyler Kemp, one of 53 business owners, is in the running for the National Small Business Person of the Year award in May.
MO nonprofit launches campaign focused on abortion options before vote
A new campaign helps Missourians navigate abortion access and medication options ahead of the November vote on Amendment 3.
Hickman girls soccer goes 1-2 in Southwest Missouri Shootout
The Hickman girls soccer team suffered two losses in penalty kicks during its 1-2 trip to Webb City, along with other Kewpies results from the past week.
Missouri Consumers Could See Health Insurance Premiums Rise by as Much As 26% In 2027
Missourians who buy their own health insurance and many people covered through small-business plans could see premiums increase between 10% and 26% in 2027. Preliminary rate filings submitted to the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance show higher costs may be on the way for consumers. Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Director Angie Nelson […]
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Take $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos here
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Missouri megadonor Rex Sinquefield keeps his hand in federal politics
Sinquefield has continued his financial support for efforts to keep Republican majorities in both the House and Senate.
Kansas City Royals' Michael Massey watches
Kansas City Royals' Michael Massey watches his three-run home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Kansas City, Mo.
Black Business Expo creates welcoming environment for businesses to grow
At the Columbia College expo, many buisness owners noted the uniquely welcoming setting and collaborative opportunities.
CPS to evaluate business services program, policy and finance updates
The Columbia School Board will meet Monday to evaluate its business services program and other various updates.
Britain Politics Labour
Britain's Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers his Leader's Speech during the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, England, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
South Carolina sweeps Mizzou in battle of SEC bottom dwellers
The Tigers put up a two-out ninth inning rally, but they fell short in their 6-4 loss to the Gamecocks on Saturday.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: $5,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos for March
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Mizzou is open for business as transfer portal season begins
The process of assembling a new roster begins on Tuesday for coach Dennis Gates with the opening of the transfer portal.
Mizzou infielder Kam Durnin (27) swings for the ball
Mizzou infielder Kam Durnin (27) swings for the ball on Sunday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou lost to Texas A&M every game during their three-game series.
Missouri sports betting likely to change patterns, impact neighboring states
Missourians who have traveled to other states to bet on sports are now able to bet from their homes, keeping money in the state.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Obtain $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Kids learn and explore at annual Columbia Youth Science Expo
The Connector hosted the expo at Mizzou's Memorial Union, where there were two floors of booths for kids to explore.
Senior Quinton Brown celebrates after scoring a run
Senior Quinton Brown celebrates after scoring a run late in the game against Camdenton on Tuesday in Columbia. The Kewpies got their second win this month after a 10-0 victory
On Your Side: Missouri attorney general orders prediction markets to stop unlicensed sports wagering
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that her office has issued cease-and-desist letters to multiple prediction market operators offering sports “event contracts” to Missourians.
It’s possible to end corporate influence in politics
There’s more money in politics than ever. But some state governments are finding ways to fight back.
North Carolina Duke Basketball
Duke's Dame Sarr (7) dunks during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against North Carolina in Durham, N.C., Saturday, March 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown)
Kerrick Jackson set to return as Mizzou baseball head coach
Mizzou baseball head coach Kerrick Jackson has been reported to return for his fourth season as head of the program.
Angels Royals Baseball
Kansas City Royals' Salvador Perez celebrates as he crosses the plate after hitting a solo home run during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels,
From avoidance to greater acceptance: Interest grows in youth combat sports
Columbia parents and kids are finding benefits from mixed martial arts not only in the gym but beyond it as well.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Bank $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Tapping, twirling and "T" signs: Sports replays have a language all their own
Every moment of any major sporting event can be dissected in high-definition these days, meaning officials and umpires sometimes seem to be staring at a TV screen to review close
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Get $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Lindenwood knocks off Mizzou for first time ever
The Tigers dropped a midweek game to in-state foe Lindenwood on Wednesday in St. Charles. But the real bad news was how poorly the Tigers executed in virtually every category.
Mizzou tennis starts 2026 individual season at Husker Invitational
Four Tigers began their seasons Friday with mixed results.
Caleb Foster steadies Duke as Blue Devils beat St. John's
Caleb Foster returned from a broken foot and rescued Duke’s national title hopes, helping the top-seeded Blue Devils rally from a 10-point second-half deficit to beat St. John’s 80-75 on
CPS board to consider budget approval, safety, smoothies and Health Science High
The gap in the proposed budget for next year would be made up by drawing roughly $11.7 million from reserves.
Senior Games draws competitors from across U.S.
Sporting venues across the Columbia area hosted the Missouri State Senior Games this weekend, an Olympic-style tournament for athletes aged 50 and up.
Hickman infielder Kai Stubbs (10) waits to field ball
Hickman infielder Kai Stubbs (10) waits to field ball in a game against Camdenton on Tuesday at Hickman High School in Columbia. The Kewpies will play the Lakers again at
Mizzou fans file out of the stands during the last minutes
Mizzou fans file out of the stands during the last minutes of the men’s basketball game on Saturday at Mizzou Arena in Columbia. The Tiger’s next matchup will be against
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Land $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses right now
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile apps and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
After Five Years of Business-Backed Advocacy, Governor Kehoe Signs Clean Slate Reforms Into Law
Today, Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed SB 1421 into law, which included a bipartisan "Clean Slate" measure that establishes an automated process to identify and expunge eligible low-level drug offenses for thousands of Missourians. Working in partnership with the Responsible Business Initiative for Justice, business leaders and employers were among the most vocal supporters of the reform, calling it both a practical workforce solution that removes unnecessary barriers between qualified workers a
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Snag $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, top promos here
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Get over $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Royals Mariners Baseball
Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Seth Lugo throws against the Seattle Mariners during the first inning of a baseball game, Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Claire Calahan (8) runs to first base
Claire Calahan (8) runs to first base at Mizzou softball’s game against LSU on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Mizzou Softball Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou scored 1-0, winning one out
Missouri sports betting tops $543M in first month but deductions leave state with only $521K
Missourians placed more than half-a-billion dollars in bets on sporting events in December but promotional offers offset the taxable profits.
Mizzou women's golf secures best finish in program history
Mizzou women's golf made the initial cut at the NCAA Championship Final on Sunday, simultaneously earning its best finish in school history.
Mizzou infielder Blaize Ward (19) swings for the ball
Mizzou infielder Blaize Ward (19) swings for the ball on Saturday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou’s loss brings their season record to 17-11.
Missouri sports betting market officially launched: Take $3,000 in sportsbook sign-up bonuses, promos
Missourians can now place sports bets with mobile sportsbooks and get Missouri sports betting offers for the Missouri betting launch
Inside the fight against ‘zombie deer disease,’ scientists confront changing politics
A lab in Louisiana is a hub for chronic wasting disease research and detection. Outside, scientists face skepticism.
CPS board: budget approval, safety, smoothies and Health Science High
The gap in the proposed budget for next year would be made up by drawing roughly $11.7 million from reserves.
Freshmen highlight near-comeback for Mizzou baseball in Border War
In front of a record-breaking sell-out crowd, the Tigers gave up a late lead in loss to Kansas. Mizzou had an eight-run fourth, but didn't score runs outside of that
Health Department reports end of Boone County cyclosporiasis cases
Following 114 reported cases of cyclosporiasis in Boone County this summer, there have been no reported cases in September.
The right time to sign a child up for sports and why you should do it
Younger kids can learn no-contact, low-structure sports, while it takes more maturity to handle physical, structured sports.
SSM Health and UnitedHealthcare Reach Temporary Deal to Keep Missouri Patients In-Network
Missourians covered by UnitedHealthcare can breathe a sigh of relief. SSM Health and UnitedHealthcare have signed a letter of agreement, extending their contract for 30 days after months of negotiations and a looming December 31st deadline. The temporary deal means more than 140,000 Missourians with UnitedHealthcare commercial or Medicaid plans can continue seeing SSM Health […]
Hickman baseball takes down Tolton in final regular-season matchup
Intracity foes Hickman and Tolton baseball faced off in the final regular-season game of their seasons before postseason play. Hickman came out on top, taking down the Trailblazers 6-3.
Audit lays out safety recommendations for Business Loop 70
An audit found road safety hazards for pedestrians, drivers and cyclists in need of improvements on Business Loop 70.
Why recreational sports are recommended for health and longevity
Recreational sports are recommended because of the variety of movements they offer.
140,000 Missourians are at risk of losing Medicaid coverage under a new rule. One enrollee is suing
A new lawsuit challenges Medicaid regulations set to go into effect Jan. 1 that could hinder access to healthcare for people with chronic conditions. A Kansas City-based nonprofit says its client qualifies but struggles to clear administrative hurdles.
Mizzou pitcher Brady Kehlenbrink (40) pitches against Texas A&M
Mizzou pitcher Brady Kehlenbrink (40) pitches against Texas A&M on Saturday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. The Tigers fell to the Aggies 14-6.
Misiorowski strikes out a dozen in Milwaukee's win over Cardinals
The flame thrower from Western Missouri carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning. The Cardinals' Matthew Liberatore also set a career high for strikeouts with 10.
Mizzou pitcher Trey Lawrence (10) prepares to pitch
Mizzou pitcher Trey Lawrence (10) prepares to pitch on Sunday at Taylor Stadium in Columbia. Mizzou’s loss brings their season record to 17-12.
New Health Science High School looks to strengthen career-building opportunities
Students could get hands-on experience at hospitals through the proposed school, which would be set in a traditional school.
Business Roundup: Club Car Wash, Johnson Paws, Express Ice and Water
Club Car Wash, Johnson Paws Grooming and Express Ice and Water are three new businesses in Ashland.