On Thursday Sep. 5, a second Starbucks location in Columbia voted to unionize and began discussing bargaining with officials to discuss better working conditions. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

After MU employees received an email from UM System President Mun Choi that cautioned disruptive speech, First Amendment experts say the email creates a ‘chilling effect.’ kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

After returning from a visit to the Netherlands, longtime Columbia resident Owen Ramsingh is being detained by Immigration and Custom Enforcement in El Paso, Texas. Owen’s wife, Diana Ramsingh, said he was held by U.S. Customs in Chicago for 80 hours. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

University of Missouri President Mun Choi declared a crime crisis during a press conference, where he urged city and county leaders to take immediate action in response to the shooting that led to the death of Stephens College student Aiyanna Williams. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

A new web service launched Wednesday aims to connect farmers looking for a place to grow with landowners that have space ready for use. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

MU researchers are working with the USDA to develop new ways to improve the flavor of soy-based foods. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

The Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission will hear a request at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9 to rezone a lot that could possibly be home to a new data center. Environmentalists are concerned. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

Crickets chirp more in warmer weather according to Dolbear's law, which was established in 1897. The formula is based on the relationship between ambient air temperature and how often snowy tree crickets chirp in 15 seconds. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

Missouri is preparing to update its water quality standards for ammonia for the first time since 1999. This change could mean steep costs for small towns with lagoon wastewater systems. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

A survey used to collect data on hunger has been canceled by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Missouri groups that use this data say it's important for understanding food insecurity. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

Como Comunidad is helping Hispanic and immigrant communities by creating care packages in the wake of the federal administration's crackdown on immigration. The goal of the drive is to donate around 250 care packages to those in need. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

University of Missouri faculty shared concerns about President Mun Choi’s approach to public safety at the general faculty meeting last week. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

Farming is taking to the skies. MU Extension educators are teaching Missourians how drones can help farmers tend to their crops with precision. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

Food banks are preparing for a possible increased demand because SNAP benefits are being temporarily suspended in November due to the federal shutdown. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

The Moving Pictures Club is partnering with local venues to bring a "sillier, more casual vibe" to Columbia film watchers. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

The Medicare open enrollment deadline is Dec. 7. Experts recommend seeking assistance early. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

Missouri-born musical artist Chappell Roan has announced the launch of a new project supporting LGBTQ+ communities throughout the country — including two community centers in Missouri. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

"One Small Bite" is a KBIA News series airing this fall that explores the emerging tickborne condition, alpha-gal syndrome. The first episode aired this week. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

The Missouri Public Service Commission is starting to study the effectiveness of energy assistance programs to help balance reliability with affordability. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…

Some Hermann, Missouri residents are blaming tourists for driving up housing costs and increasing the online rental marketplace, but experts say Hermann's economy benefits from catering to tourism. kbia.org/kbia-news/2025…