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Hamoodi’s attorney J.R. Hobbs speaks at MU

Brent Pearson • February 1, 2013

Family, friends and supporters came together inside MU’s law library to listen to trial attorney J.R. Hobbs speak on federal sentencing, including the case of Columbia resident Dr. Shakir Hamoodi. Hamoodi,...

Missouri State Highway Patrolman shoots Nebraska man during dispute

Elissa Chudwin • February 1, 2013

A man was shot and killed by a Missouri trooper Monday night, resulting in an ongoing investigation. The 50-year-old man, identified as Thomas E. Schroeder, was from Omaha, Nebraska, according to a news...

MU celebrates MLK with speech by Judge Glenda Hatchett at Missouri Theatre

Jack Howland • February 1, 2013

Glenda Hatchett warned the audience she was a storyteller Thursday night at Missouri Theatre. She said she was long-winded like most Southern Baptists. She said she liked to move around when she spoke....

Former CPD officer Rob Sanders’ canine Fano sold to Clarence Police Department

Jennifer Beatty • February 1, 2013

Fano, a police dog trained by ex-Columbia Police Department officer Rob Sanders, was sold for $1 to Chief Raymond Barton of the Clarence Police Department. Sanders, Fano's handler, was fired after an excessive...

Availability of luxury apartments attracts students

Jill Deutsch • February 1, 2013

They’ve been advertising on buses, handing out free tickets to football games and plastering their names all around MU. With strong advertising and a strong social media presence, Aspen Heights, The...

Billingsley, other seniors chosen from MU

Hanna Jacunski • February 1, 2013

Xavier Billingsley has worked in many organizations while at MU. He is a member of a Greek-letter organization, has worked as a peer advisor in Hudson residence hall, worked in the Homecoming Steering...

Hinshaw Properties’s lack of accountability affects quality of life

Lizzie Johnson • February 1, 2013

As a college student, I did not start my housing search with granite countertops, wood floors and a remodeled kitchen in mind. My criteria were simple: a house that was close to campus, clean and cute...

Nixon pushes for Missouri Medicaid expansion under Affordable Care Act

Claire Boston • February 1, 2013

Gov. Jay Nixon announced plans to use federal funds to expand Medicaid coverage in Missouri during his State of the State address Monday. Missouri would be able to expand its Medicaid roles under the...

The Falls’ management drops the ball with communication

Clayton Hotze • February 1, 2013

The four-unit townhouse I live in is the perfect place for me and my roommates. The Falls’ main-floor setup consists of a large living room connected to the kitchen. The first floor also has a small...

Third annual Blood Brothers Blood Drive meets goal

Katie Pohlman • February 1, 2013

Mizzou Black Men’s Initiative partnered with the American Red Cross, the Interfraternity Council and Kappa Alpha Psi and Omega Psi Phi fraternities Tuesday to sponsor the third annual Blood Brothers...

Providence Hill a popular place for pets

Elizabeth Gower • February 1, 2013

Apartment hunting with a furry friend is difficult in Columbia. Finding an affordable place to live that won’t break the bank is almost impossible, especially if proximity to campus is important. I live...

Burglaries over break decrease for first time

Jennifer Beatty • February 1, 2013

The number of burglaries over winter break decreased for the first time this year, according to a Columbia Police Department news release. There were 66 burglaries from Dec. 15 to Jan. 28 this year, compared...