Special Report Archives

Missouri has legal pot, but restrictions on use remain

February 8, 2023 11:34 AM Erika McGuire

The passing of Amendment 3 in the Show-Me State in November has prompted questions about where adults 21 or older can legally use marijuana products.

Columbia water treatment plant overdue for upgrades

September 23, 2022 7:04 PM Hannah Falcon

Columbia’s water treatment plant was built in 1970 and while it’s expanded since then, it has not been upgraded.

More than 1 million Missourians lack internet but the issue in Columbia is reliability

August 11, 2022 1:09 PM Hannah Falcon

Even in metropolitan areas, such as Columbia, access is not always reliable.

As medical marijuana thrives, Missourians could see recreational use on November ballot

July 14, 2022 1:33 PM Hannah Falcon

In the four years since the program was first approved by Missouri voters, it’s grown to having dispensaries and cultivators in nearly every corner of the state.

Parents’ drive for better life inspires University of Missouri President Mun Choi

May 18, 2022 5:09 PM Deborah Kendrick

Choi sat down for an interview with anchor Deborah Kendrick to mark AAPI month.

Missouri Asian American leaders say hate has long history but progress is happening

May 4, 2022 4:45 PM Deborah Kendrick

May is recognized as Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. A month to show Asian Americans’ contributions to America’s history.

Lawmakers try to roll back some parole eligibility for people in prison for juvenile crimes prompting concerns about Cole County case

May 3, 2022 11:33 AM Lucas Geisler

State lawmakers are considering rolling back some parole rules for people in prison for crimes committed as children, prompting concerns about a Cole County child killer’s case.

‘Destined for greatness’: Battle football player Rickie Dunn makes big plays on the field as he seeks justice for his late father

October 28, 2021 12:15 PM Andrew Kauffman

The son of Hickman standout Rickie Dunn is following in his father’s footsteps on the field.

Military enlistment increases in years following 9/11 attacks

September 10, 2021 10:50 AM Deborah Kendrick

Twenty years ago 2,996 people lost their lives in the terrorist attacks that would eventually launch America into its longest war.

Columbia police, dispatchers implement changes after Volunteer Drive shooting

September 20, 2020 10:27 PM Sydney Olsen

Columbia police and Boone County Joint Communications are working to improve communication after it broke down during a shooting in north east Columbia. This prevented EMS crews from entering the scene to provide help to victims.

IN-DEPTH: How effective are face masks at stopping the spread of COVID-19?

July 27, 2020 5:31 PM Brittany Wiley

Health officials, government officials and the public have debated how effective face coverings are against COVID-19 since the pandemic started.

Rebuilding Mid-Missouri, One Year Later

May 25, 2020 4:12 PM Jessica Hafner

Jefferson City and Eldon continue to recover one year after a devastating EF-3 tornado hit on May 22, 2019.

Is Mid-Missouri prepared for a potential tornado during a global pandemic?

May 22, 2020 3:18 PM Jessica Hafner

Just weeks ago on May 4, severe thunderstorms tore across the southern part of the state, leaving behind significant wind damage. Gov. Mike Parson addressed the cleanup.

Levees remain damaged as communities prepare for more Missouri River flooding

February 24, 2020 10:19 AM Deborah Kendrick

The spring outlook for 2020 is showing flooding can be expected again. Some experts even hint that it could be worse than last year.

Columbia mom warns of the dangers of antibiotic resistance

February 11, 2020 11:19 AM Brittany Wiley

One family’s terrifying brush with illness led them to warn others about the dangers of antibiotic resistance.