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Cole County judge strikes down ballot summary for redistricted congressional map

Cole County judge strikes down ballot summary for redistricted congressional map

KOMU-TV (Columbia, MO) — A judge ruled that certain parts of a ballot summary, drafted by Secretary of State Denny Hoskins' office, were "intentionally argumentative and likely to create prejudice." The ballot summary relates to Missouri's gerrymandered congressional map. This reporting required prior knowledge of the story and reading/comprehending the judge's ruling. I had to parse through the dozens of pages in the ruling and pick out the important details.
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Working with reporters in the field - "Columbia City Council approves median safety ordinance"

Working with reporters in the field - "Columbia City Council approves median safety ordinance"

KOMU-TV (Columbia, MO) — The Columbia City Council voted 5-2 to ban people from standing in some medians in the city. During many city council meetings, I work as the digital reporter for the entire meeting. While the reporter focuses on just one or two items on the agenda and the specifics for TV news, I watch the whole meeting and do in depth reporting on all of the pertinent topics the council talks about. I also listen to the full meeting, while the reporter might just focus on the topics they are reporting on for the 9pm and 10pm TV news shows. I also update the newsroom with real-time updates as the council makes decisions.
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Missouri governor proposes elimination of state income tax at State of the State

Missouri governor proposes elimination of state income tax at State of the State

KOMU-TV (Columbia, MO) — Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe announced he wanted to eliminate the state income tax during his second State of the State address. We reported on his speech and reactions from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
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Live Blog for Severe Weather coverage

Live Blog for Severe Weather coverage

KOMU-TV (Columbia, MO) — I helped manage KOMU 8's online live blog with severe weather news updates. This includes updates for power outages, traffic updates, briefs from local government agencies and law enforcement, and summarizing reporters' content related to weather. We also embed multimedia content as for readers to easily access.
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Federal court denies Mun Choi's request to dismiss MSJP's lawsuit against him

Federal court denies Mun Choi's request to dismiss MSJP's lawsuit against him

KOMU-TV (Columbia, MO) — A federal court denied Mizzou Chancellor Mun Choi's request to dismiss Mizzou Students for Justice in Palestine's lawsuit against him. MSJP's suit accused Choi of violating the First Amendment when he barred the group from participating in Mizzou's 2024 Homecoming parade. This was a follow up to a story I previously wrote: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/mu-student-organization-sues-um-system-president-citing-first-amendment-violation/article_8ecd8402-d53c-43e9-a8d3-529d59de717c.html
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Kehoe denies clemency to Missouri man one day before execution

Kehoe denies clemency to Missouri man one day before execution

KOMU-TV (Columbia, MO) — This story garnered national headlines after a Missouri man was executed in a case where a jury failed to reach an unanimous decision on whether Lhe should be executed. Lance Shockley was convicted of the 2005 ambush and murder of Missouri State Highway Patrol Sergeant.
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Columbia City Council approves 2026 budget, increases parking meter rates

Columbia City Council approves 2026 budget, increases parking meter rates

KOMU 8 News — The Columbia City Council unanimously passed the fiscal year 2026 budget on Monday after months of meetings and five town halls. The general fund, which supports daily operations, will be at a deficit of $2.7 million. In comparison to the fiscal year 2025 budget, the city will make 3.6% more revenue but spend 6.3% more than last year.
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Missouri Democratic lawmakers sleep overnight on House floor in protest of special session

Missouri Democratic lawmakers sleep overnight on House floor in protest of special session

KOMU 8 News — Missouri House Representatives Ray Reed, Elizabeth Fuchs and Jeremy Dean are sleeping on the House floor in protest of the ongoing special session to gerrymander the state's congressional map and change how ballot initiatives turn into laws.
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Timeline: Missouri's effort to gerrymander its congressional map

Timeline: Missouri's effort to gerrymander its congressional map

KOMU-TV (Columbia, MO) — I started a timeline page for the KOMU 8 website about Missouri's effort to gerrymander its map. This item is now embedded in future reporting and is updated with new entries as the story progresses to provide readers context.
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New Missouri laws take effect Thursday

New Missouri laws take effect Thursday

KOMU 8 News — Laws going into effect on Thursday include repealing mandatory sick leave, Danny's law, new regulations on temporary license tags and a ban on child marriage.
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MU student organization sues UM System president, citing First Amendment violation

MU student organization sues UM System president, citing First Amendment violation

KOMU 8 News — A lawsuit filed by the Missouri Students for Justice alleges that Choi's "anti-Palestinian exclusionary decision violates the First Amendment."
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Columbia City Council tables proposal eliminating DEI language

Columbia City Council tables proposal eliminating DEI language

KOMU 8 News — DEI language may be removed from the city's Strategic Plan to comply with an executive order from the Trump Administration.
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Triple Breaking News

Triple Breaking News

KOMU 8 News — I managed three reporters who worked impromptu during three separate shootings across our viewing area in just one day. - Two people seriously injured in shooting at Cosmo Park: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/two-people-seriously-injured-in-shooting-at-cosmo-park/article_46763be3-aa3b-47d6-8a40-fa49e7a4a2b6.html - Two hospitalized, two juveniles detained after shooting in downtown Columbia early Sunday morning: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/two-hospitalized-two-juveniles-detained-after-shooting-in-downtown-columbia-early-sunday-morning/article_0299f71d-a087-4b3b-9424-96d24b7b32e9.html - One dead, two injured in Sunday shooting at Hunter Lane Apartments in Holts Summit: https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/one-dead-two-injured-in-sunday-shooting-at-hunter-lane-apartments-in-holts-summit/article_a50458f6-1875-410d-931b-20cd5fc40c8f.html

Lincoln University 'resolves legal dispute' with alumni association, officials say

Lincoln University 'resolves legal dispute' with alumni association, officials say

KOMU 8 News — Lincoln University said it has resolved its legal dispute with the Lincoln University Alumni Association in mediation and will officially sever ties with the alumni association. According to a joint news release sent by the university, "both parties have mutually agreed to suspend efforts to formalize a relationship at this time. Going forward, Lincoln University and LUAA (under another name) will operate independently of one another and without a formal relationship."
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Columbia City Council approves $586,000 purchase of new police cameras and software

Columbia City Council approves $586,000 purchase of new police cameras and software

KOMU 8 News — Columbia City council approved new car cameras, body-worn camera signaling software, and expanded storage capacity for the Columbia Police Department.
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One person killed, one officer injured in police-involved shooting in Columbia

One person killed, one officer injured in police-involved shooting in Columbia

KOMU-TV (Columbia, MO) — This was the first time I covered a breaking news event. After managing the nightside producers, a reporter and I went to an active scene around 11 p.m. I later also went to a press conference around 1 a.m. the next day.
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Columbia City Council approves part of new Gans Creek trail after much public input

Columbia City Council approves part of new Gans Creek trail after much public input

KOMU 8 News — The Columbia City Council approved the construction of two new trails at the Gans Creek Recreation Area after much public comment at Monday night's meeting. The city also passed an ordinance to pause an increase of the business license fee ceiling. Dozens of people braved the cold weather and hazardous driving conditions to speak their minds at Monday night's council meeting.
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Columbia City Council authorizes upgraded gun identification technology for CPD, new pickleball c...

Columbia City Council authorizes upgraded gun identification technology for CPD, new pickleball c...

KOMU 8 News — The Columbia City Council unanimously passed the Columbia Police Department's request to reacquire an upgraded gun identification technology at Monday night's meeting. The city will purchase a package that uses and adds entries to the National Integrated Ballistics Information Network, an automated ballistic imaging database.
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Missouri Farm Bureau, Hawley express concerns over rural mail delivery plan

Missouri Farm Bureau, Hawley express concerns over rural mail delivery plan

KOMU 8 News — The Missouri Farm Bureau is expressing concern about slowed rural mail delivery under a proposed United States Postal Service plan that would consolidate mail routes. In the Regional Transportation Optimization plan, all ZIP codes more than 50 miles away from one of the 60 USPS regional hubs in the county, would have their morning drop-off and afternoon collection routes combined into one route. USPS said this would result in one additional day of transit for mail.
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Quantify Specialty Care pulls out of agreement with Jefferson City following backlash

Quantify Specialty Care pulls out of agreement with Jefferson City following backlash

KOMU 8 News — Jefferson City Council receives backlash on new health insurance plan, causing the agreement to fall through. The new company set to provide health insurance to city employees pulled out of its agreement with the City of Jefferson.
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Columbia City Council approves Flock Safety camera system despite mixed feedback

Columbia City Council approves Flock Safety camera system despite mixed feedback

KOMU 8 News — The Columbia City Council voted to implement the system Monday. Some hail it as a way to reduce crime, while others question its applications' potential abuses.
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Solar eclipse 2024: What to know before April 8

Solar eclipse 2024: What to know before April 8

KOMU 8 News — A total solar eclipse will cross North America on April 8 for the first time since 2017. Here's where you can watch in Missouri, where to buy solar eclipse glasses and some tips on solar eclipse safety.
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Columbia School Board candidates share thoughts on redistricting, other topics at forum

Columbia School Board candidates share thoughts on redistricting, other topics at forum

KOMU 8 News — Three candidates for the Columbia Public Schools Board of Education attended a forum Wednesday night, and answered questions relating to their platforms. Each candidate had 2 minutes to answer each question.
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Columbia declared a safe haven for LGBTQ+ community

Columbia declared a safe haven for LGBTQ+ community

KOMU 8 News — Police in Columbia will now make gender-affirming care laws their lowest priority. In a 6-1 vote, Columbia City Council approved an ordinance Monday night making the city a safe haven for the LGBTQ+ community. Fifth Ward Councilperson Don Waterman was the only member to vote against the ordinance.
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