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May 5, 2012
Robber enters through window, ransacks home
The suspect fled in an unknown direction.
Upcoming sobriety checkpoints focus on youth drivers
The Boone County Sheriff’s Department will be conducting a checkpoint within the next two weeks.
May 4, 2012
Fifth case of E. coli case confirmed in Boone County
All five of the cases stem from unpasteurized milk from a single farm in Howard County.
Serial underwear thief arrested in Hatch residence hall
Hatch residents estimated about 200 pairs of underwear were stolen.
Columbia man convicted of child pornography possession
The investigation was led by the Boone County Sheriff's Department's task force.
Dayglow deemed a success, more than 6,200 in attendance
The event uses paint and techno music to ensure a unique concert experience.
On Campus, Around the Nation
A collection of top stories from student newspapers across the country.
Missouri voters might have chance to increase cigarette taxes
Approximately 100,000 signatures have been collected since February.
May 1, 2012
Columbia man robs Walmart, garage in same day
Murphy used a pellet gun to intimidate Walmart employees who believed his firearm was real.
McCaskill introduces plain language bill
Bill would aim to make language in federal documents easier to understand.
On Campus, Around the Nation
A collection of top stories from student newspapers across the country.
Bill looks to remove LGBTQ discussion from schools
The bill would remove any curriculum or extracurricular that discusses LGBTQ issues.
Weekend law enforcement event collects 509 pounds of prescription drugs
The event aims to collect drugs so they can be disposed safely.
ALEC group loses massive funding following companies’ mass exodus
The organization is not publicly understood due to secrecy, but recent criticism is starting to shine light on business practices.
April 27, 2012
Tuition bill could ‘lock’ tuition for up to five years for incoming freshman
The law would not apply to out-of-state students, but it is aimed at making college more affordable for Missouri students.
Local group calls for Columbia Police Chief to resign
The group is calling for Ken Burton’s removal, citing policy violations and poor management.
On Campus, Around the Nation
A collection of top stories from student newspapers across the country.
Party without police: a guide to your rights
Know the law when it comes to noise and alcohol.