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Trump and Republicans fight to protect the midterms’ most surprising battleground
FOR SUBSCRIBERS Republican Sen. Roger Marshall and Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton.USA Today Network via Reuters Oct. 19, 2026, 1:49 PM EDT NEWTON, Kansas — No state has shut out one party in U.S. Senate races for as long as Kansas. But with days to go in the 2026 midterm elections, President Donald Trump is headlining a rally near Wichita Monday afternoon in a bid to head off the biggest threat in years to the GOP’s local winning streak. Just a moment. We are getting your experience ready.
She had a severe pregnancy complication. Insurance twice refused to cover her surgery.
Stephanie Garneaux's debilitating pain began after her first son was born in late 2011 and hasn’t abated despite years of physical therapy and use of a corset to stabilize her core. Courtesy Stephanie Garneaux July 30, 2026, 6:17 PM EDT If you are dealing with bills that seem to be out of line or a denial of coverage, care or repairs, whether for health, home or auto, please email us at Costofdenial@nbcuni.com. Just a moment. We are getting your experience ready.
Family of teen killed in Central Park carriage remembers him: ‘We never knew this was his last day’ Original
June 19, 2026, 5:25 PM EDT The Mahajan family was on the third day of their first trip to New York City when tragedy struck. “We never knew that this was the last day of his life,” Deepak Mahajan told NBC News on Friday about his son Romanch, who died Wednesday after he fell out of a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park. The family’s 10-day vacation to the United States was meant to celebrate Romanch’s recent high school graduation and acceptance to a university in India.
International flight diverted to Seattle after passenger allegedly attempts to open exit midflight Original
May 25, 2025, 11:15 AM EDT A flight was diverted to Seattle after a passenger allegedly attempted to open exit doors midflight, according to Port of Seattle Police. The All Nippon Airways flight was traveling from Japan’s Haneda Airport in Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston on Saturday when a passenger became “unruly,” according to the airline, which did not provide any details. Online records show that Flight 114 departed from Tokyo at around 10:33 a.m. local time.
Toddler among 6 dead as tornadoes tear across Tennessee
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A toddler was among six people killed when tornadoes struck Nashville and the Tennessee town of Clarksville early Saturday evening, officials said. Dozens more were injured. Nashville police said in a statement Sunday that 2-year-old Anthony Elmer Mendez was killed alongside his mom, Floridema Gabriel Perez, 31, in a northern community of Nashville along Nesbitt Lane. Joseph Dalton, 37, was also killed, the statement said.
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Toddler among 6 dead as tornadoes tear across Tennessee
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A toddler was among six people killed when tornadoes struck Nashville and the Tennessee town of Clarksville early Saturday evening, officials said. Dozens more were injured. Nashville police said in a statement Sunday that 2-year-old Anthony Elmer Mendez was killed alongside his mom, Floridema Gabriel Perez, 31, in a northern community of Nashville along Nesbitt Lane. Joseph Dalton, 37, was also killed, the statement said.
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Toddler among 6 dead as tornadoes tear across Tennessee
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Toddler among 6 dead as tornadoes tear across Tennessee
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A toddler was among six people killed when tornadoes struck Nashville and the Tennessee town of Clarksville early Saturday evening, officials said. Dozens more were injured. Nashville police said in a statement Sunday that 2-year-old Anthony Elmer Mendez was killed alongside his mom, Floridema Gabriel Perez, 31, in a northern community of Nashville along Nesbitt Lane. Joseph Dalton, 37, was also killed, the statement said.
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PSE&G warns customers across Northeast to prepare for hazardous weekend storm conditions
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A cross-country storm system ramped up Saturday and brought showers from Houston to Cleveland, while Texas through Kentucky faced severe weather. Tennessee bore the brunt of the eastbound storm, and officials said six people died as a series of tornadoes touched down across the state and pulled up roofs and flipped vehicles. The entire East Coast from Maine to Florida is expected to see heavy rain and wind on Sunday that could cause power outages and coastal flooding.
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PSE&G warns customers across Northeast to prepare for hazardous weekend storm conditions
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A cross-country storm system ramped up Saturday and brought showers from Houston to Cleveland, while Texas through Kentucky faced severe weather. Tennessee bore the brunt of the eastbound storm, and officials said six people died as a series of tornadoes touched down across the state and pulled up roofs and flipped vehicles. The entire East Coast from Maine to Florida is expected to see heavy rain and wind on Sunday that could cause power outages and coastal flooding.
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Six dead as tornadoes tear across Tennessee
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Six people were dead and at least 23 were hospitalized with injuries after a tornado struck Nashville and the Tennessee town of Clarksville early Saturday evening, officials said. The dead in Clarksville include two adults and one child, according to a statement from Michelle Newell, spokesperson for Montgomery County, where Clarksville is located. Nashville Emergency Operations Center officials said three people also died in an northern community of the city along Nesbitt Lane.
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PSE&G warns customers across Northeast to prepare for hazardous weekend storm conditions
PSE&G, the largest gas and electric service provider in New Jersey, said it is preparing for a cross-country storm expected to bring snow, heavy rain, and strong wind this weekend. The storm system ramped up Saturday and brought showers from Houston to Cleveland while Texas through Kentucky faced severe weather. The entire East Coast from Maine to Florida is expected to see heavy rain and wind on Sunday that could cause power outages and coastal flooding.
Hurricane Agatha strikes Mexico with sustained winds of 105 mph Original
Hurricane Agatha, one of the earliest and strongest hurricanes on record to strike North America from the Pacific, made landfall in Mexico on Monday afternoon, forecasters said. The storm arrived at 4 p.m. CT, landing about 25 miles south-southeast of the surfing mecca Puerto Escondido, with sustained winds believed to be as strong as 105 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Beer can leads to US woman reuniting with missing dog
A Minnesota woman was reunited with her dog, Hazel, this week after spotting her missing pet’s picture on a Florida brewery’s beer can. The road back together for Monica Mathis, 33, and Hazel began last month when Mathis was scrolling through Facebook and saw a picture of a dog that looked familiar. In the video above: Adorable moment dogs greet owner at airport arrivals It was Hazel, her mixed breed that had been missing for three years.
Beer can leads to Minnesota woman reuniting with missing dog
A Minnesota woman was reunited with her dog, Hazel, this week after spotting her missing pet's picture on a Florida brewery's beer can. The road back together for Monica Mathis, 33, and Hazel began last month when Mathis was scrolling through Facebook and saw a picture of a dog that looked familiar. It was Hazel, her mixed breed that had been missing for three years.
UPDATE: One person found dead In Callaway County house fire
View Story Comments COLUMBIA — Missing woman Mengqi Ji Elledge's parents have filed to intervene in a guardianship case for their grandchild, days... More >> 21 hours ago Saturday, November 02 2019 Nov 2, 2019 Saturday, November 02, 2019 3:10:00 PM CDT November 02, 2019 in News MOBERLY - A man is in custody after a standoff with police on Friday afternoon. Moberly police responded to...
UPDATE: One Person Found Dead In Calloway County House Fire
View Story Comments COLUMBIA — Missing woman Mengqi Ji Elledge's parents have filed to intervene in a guardianship case for their grandchild, days... More >> 15 hours ago Saturday, November 02 2019 Nov 2, 2019 Saturday, November 02, 2019 3:10:00 PM CDT November 02, 2019 in News MOBERLY - A man is in custody after a standoff with police on Friday afternoon. Moberly police responded to...
Firefighters battle house fire north of Steedman
View Story Comments MOBERLY - A man is in custody after a standoff with police on Friday afternoon. Moberly police responded to... More >> 1 day ago Friday, November 01 2019 Nov 1, 2019 Friday, November 01, 2019 5:41:00 PM CDT November 01, 2019 in News STOCKTON - The black walnut harvesting season in Missouri is coming to an end in a couple weeks. Hammons...
911 service disrupted in Boone County
View Story Comments BOONE COUNTY - A cut CenturyLink fiber caused a potential 911 service disruption Monday, according to Boone County Joint Communications.... More >> 58 minutes ago Monday, October 28 2019 Oct 28, 2019 Monday, October 28, 2019 12:33:00 PM CDT October 28, 2019 in News COLUMBIA - Neighbors said they are shocked after a missing Columbia woman's husband, Joseph Elledge, was arrested for abuse or...
Libertarian candidate announces run for governor
View Story Comments FULTON - One Montgomery City man, Matthew Bergesch, is $77,777 richer after playing a Missouri Lottery Scratchers ticket he purchased... More >> 3 hours ago Monday, October 07 2019 Oct 7, 2019 Monday, October 07, 2019 1:32:18 PM CDT October 07, 2019 in News COLUMBIA - Friends, family and neighbors came together Sunday afternoon to unite and support one another following a string of...
Police investigate shots fired in south Columbia
View Story Comments ST. LOUIS (AP) — Missouri health officials say the state has recorded its first vaping-related death. The Missouri... More >> 9 hours ago Thursday, September 19 2019 Sep 19, 2019 Thursday, September 19, 2019 4:05:00 PM CDT September 19, 2019 in News CAMDEN COUNTY - An Illinois man drowned at the Lake of the Ozarks Wednesday afternoon after falling into the water....
Police investigate shots fired in south Columbia
COLUMBIA - Police said they found seven shell casings in the southern part of the city late Thursday night. Sgt. James Meyer said officers were not aware of any injuries or property damage. Officers said they were dispatched to Apple Tree Court around 11:40 p.m. Meyer said officers found the shell casings in the 250 block.
Man pleads guilty to sex crimes in Miller County
View Story Comments MILLER COUNTY - A man pleaded guilty Monday to child molestation, prosecutors said. Dillon J. Robertson pleaded guilty to... More >> 33 minutes ago Monday, September 16 2019 Sep 16, 2019 Monday, September 16, 2019 1:12:00 PM CDT September 16, 2019 in News COLUMBIA - Interim Police Chief Geoff Jones will officially make the switch to permanent police chief in a swearing-in Monday....
Staffing shortage forces cancellation of Columbia curbside recycling
View Story Comments MILLER COUNTY - A man pleaded guilty Monday to child molestation, prosecutors said. Dillon J. Robertson pleaded guilty to... More >> 30 minutes ago Monday, September 16 2019 Sep 16, 2019 Monday, September 16, 2019 1:12:00 PM CDT September 16, 2019 in News COLUMBIA - Interim Police Chief Geoff Jones will officially make the switch to permanent police chief in a swearing-in Monday....
Cooper County Sheriff's Office warns of Social Security scam
Cooper County Sheriff's Office warns of Social Security scam COOPER COUNTY - The Cooper County Sheriff's Office received reports this past week from people saying they got suspicious calls from people identifying themselves as working for the Social Security Administration. "That's right....all bogus. The SSA doesn't call you," the sheriff's office said in a Facebook post. The people on the phone identified themselves as being representatives for the Social Security Administration.
Battle High School disables guest Wi-Fi access during school day
Battle High School disables guest Wi-Fi access during school day COLUMBIA - Battle High School is limiting students' access to Wi-Fi on personal devices during the school day, according to a letter sent to parents. The school made the decision in order to "provide a more focused educational environment for our students," Principal Kim Presko wrote in a letter to parents. As of Monday afternoon, a Change.org petition asking the school to re-enable the Wi-Fi had nearly 1,500 signatures.
UPDATE: Inmate found unconscious after walking away from Missouri State Fair
UPDATE: Inmate found unconscious after walking away from Missouri State Fair SEDALIA - A Tipton Correctional Center inmate was found unconscious Monday night near Sedalia. Earlier that day, he had walked away from the Missouri State Fairgrounds while on work release, according to the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Inmate walks away while working at Missouri State Fair
View Story Comments COLUMBIA - The Band of Brothers biker group held a fundraiser for the "Mammogram Van" Sunday. The event was... More >> 23 hours ago Sunday, August 18 2019 Aug 18, 2019 Sunday, August 18, 2019 2:02:00 PM CDT August 18, 2019 in News COOPER COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will have crews working on Westbound Interstate 70 to replace concrete beginning...
Escaped inmate last seen at Missouri State Fairgrounds
View Story Comments COLUMBIA - The Band of Brothers biker group held a fundraiser for the "Mammogram Van" Sunday. The event was... More >> 22 hours ago Sunday, August 18 2019 Aug 18, 2019 Sunday, August 18, 2019 2:02:00 PM CDT August 18, 2019 in News COOPER COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will have crews working on Westbound Interstate 70 to replace concrete beginning...
GALLERY: State treasurer has unique way of commuting to and from Capitol
View Story Comments JEFFERSON CITY - A new statue will be unveiled on Monday in Jefferson City. The ‘Immigrants Arriving” statue is meant... More >> 8 hours ago Monday, May 20 2019 May 20, 2019 Monday, May 20, 2019 8:54:00 AM CDT May 20, 2019 in News
As session winds down, legislators squabble over prescription monitoring, 'political games'
BY TOM COULTER, IAN NICKENS AND JACOB CAVAIANI Monday May 13, 2019 at 8:05 AM May 13, 2019 at 8:10 AM JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri lawmakers continued sparring Tuesday over what they see as efforts to hold legislation hostage as the end of the 2019 session looms. After filibustering Monday until the day’s session was halted, Sen.
Case of former CPD Chief Ken Burton's DWI arrest now in prosecutors' hands
Case of former CPD Chief Ken Burton's DWI arrest now in prosecutors' hands COLUMBIA - The case of Former Police Chief Ken Burton's driving while intoxicated arrest is now in the hands of prosecutors. The city prosecutor received the case Friday morning. The prosecutor's office said the prosecutor is reviewing the case. A DWI enforcement officer had probable cause to stop Burton last Thursday on suspicion of driving while intoxicated.
Columbia man accused of exchanging pornographic texts with student
Columbia man accused of exchanging pornographic texts with student MADISON - A Columbia man who substitute taught at Madison C-3 schools is accused of exchanging pornographic text messages, photos and videos with a student. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said 27-year-old Ty Michael Gramley was arrested Thursday in Randolph County after an investigation that lasted several weeks.
TARGET 8: Director's office at state agency scrutinized for spending concerns
JEFFERSON CITY – Travel spending, frequent use of a travel agency and high mileage on a vehicle all came under scrutiny during a review of the Missouri Department of Safety Director’s Office, according to documents obtained by KOMU 8 News. In late November, Gov. Mike Parson asked State Auditor Nicole Galloway to audit the director’s office, after the initial review by the Office of Administration.
As session winds down, legislators squabble over prescription monitoring, 'political games'
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri lawmakers continued sparring Tuesday over what they see as efforts to hold legislation hostage as the end of the 2019 session looms. After filibustering Monday until the day’s session was halted, Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, stalled for three more hours on the Senate floor Tuesday afternoon because of his frustration with the inaction of a House committee that he said has held up legislation sponsored by him and other members of the Senate Conservative Caucus.
As session winds down, legislators squabble over prescription monitoring, 'political games'
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri lawmakers continued sparring Tuesday over what they see as efforts to hold legislation hostage as the end of the 2019 session looms. After filibustering Monday until the day’s session was halted, Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, stalled for three more hours on the Senate floor Tuesday afternoon because of his frustration with the inaction of a House committee that he said has held up legislation sponsored by him and other members of the Senate Conservative Caucus.
As session winds down, legislators squabble over prescription monitoring, 'political games'
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri lawmakers continued sparring Tuesday over what they see as efforts to hold legislation hostage as the end of the 2019 session looms. After filibustering Monday until the day’s session was halted, Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, stalled for three more hours on the Senate floor Tuesday afternoon because of his frustration with the inaction of a House committee that he said has held up legislation sponsored by him and other members of the Senate Conservative Caucus.
With session winding down, legislators squabble over PDMP, 'political games'
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri lawmakers continued sparring Tuesday over what they see as efforts to hold legislation hostage as the end of the 2019 session looms. After filibustering Monday until the day’s session was halted, Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, stalled for three more hours on the Senate floor Tuesday afternoon because of his frustration with the inaction of a House committee that he said has held up legislation sponsored by him and other members of the Senate Conservative Caucus.
TARGET 8: Director's office at state agency scrutinized for spending concerns
JEFFERSON CITY – Travel spending, frequent use of a travel agency and high mileage on a vehicle all came under scrutiny during a review of the Missouri Department of Safety Director’s Office, according to documents obtained by KOMU 8 News. In late November, Gov. Mike Parson asked State Auditor Nicole Galloway to audit the director’s office, after the initial review by the Office of Administration.
With session winding down, legislators squabble over PDMP, 'political games'
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri lawmakers continued sparring Tuesday over what they see as efforts to hold legislation hostage as the end of the 2019 session looms. After filibustering Monday until the day’s session was halted, Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, stalled for three more hours on the Senate floor Tuesday afternoon because of his frustration with the inaction of a House committee that he said has held up legislation sponsored by him and other members of the Senate Conservative Caucus.
Conservative caucus filibuster stops Senate action cold
JEFFERSON CITY — With only two weeks left in the 2019 legislative session, the Senate was held in limbo Monday night by a filibuster from Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg. Hoskins, a member of the Senate Conservative Caucus, spoke at length on his frustration with how little progress the caucus’ bills have made in House committees. Hoskins cited the House rules committees as the source of his trouble.
Conservative caucus filibuster stops Senate action cold
JEFFERSON CITY — With only two weeks left in the 2019 legislative session, the Senate was held in limbo Monday night by a filibuster from Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg. Hoskins, a member of the Senate Conservative Caucus, spoke at length on his frustration with how little progress the caucus’ bills have made in House committees. Hoskins cited the House rules committees as the source of his trouble.
Conservative caucus filibuster stops Senate action cold
JEFFERSON CITY — With only two weeks left in the 2019 legislative session, the Senate was held in limbo Monday night by a filibuster from Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg. Hoskins, a member of the Senate Conservative Caucus, spoke at length on his frustration with how little progress the caucus’ bills have made in House committees. Hoskins cited the House rules committees as the source of his trouble.
Conservative caucus filibuster stops Senate action cold
JEFFERSON CITY — With only two weeks left in the 2019 legislative session, the Senate was held in limbo Monday night by a filibuster from Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg. Hoskins, a member of the Senate Conservative Caucus, spoke at length on his frustration with how little progress the caucus’ bills have made in House committees. Hoskins cited the House rules committees as the source of his trouble.
Conservative caucus filibuster stops Senate action cold
JEFFERSON CITY — With only two weeks left in the 2019 legislative session, the Senate was held in limbo Monday night by a filibuster from Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg. Hoskins, a member of the Senate Conservative Caucus, spoke at length on his frustration with how little progress the caucus’ bills have made in House committees. Hoskins cited the House rules committees as the source of his trouble.
Conservative caucus filibuster stops Senate action cold
JEFFERSON CITY — With only two weeks left in the 2019 legislative session, the Senate was held in limbo Monday night by a filibuster from Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg. Hoskins, a member of the Senate Conservative Caucus, spoke at length on his frustration with how little progress the caucus’ bills have made in House committees. Hoskins cited the House rules committees as the source of his trouble.
Modified lockdown lifted at three JCPS schools
View Story Comments JEFFERSON CITY - Three Jefferson City schools were placed on a modified lockdown Friday afternoon at the recommendation of police,... More >> 4 minutes ago Friday, May 03 2019 May 3, 2019 Friday, May 03, 2019 1:17:00 PM CDT May 03, 2019 in News COLE COUNTY – After heavy rains caused flash floods in Callaway County, home and business owners along the Osage River... More >> 21 hours ago Thursday, May 02 2019 May 2, 2019 Thursday, May 02, 2019 3:59:00 PM CDT May 02, 2019 in News
MU police investigate report of students being verbally harassed
View Story Comments COLE COUNTY – After heavy rains caused flash floods in Callaway County, home and business owners along the Osage River... More >> 18 hours ago Thursday, May 02 2019 May 2, 2019 Thursday, May 02, 2019 3:59:00 PM CDT May 02, 2019 in News
Landowners, utilities clash over bill that threatens Grain Belt Express
View Story Comments COLUMBIA - A fire damaged a Columbia home late Tuesday afternoon, but it's unclear if the fire was weather related.... More >> 1 day ago Tuesday, April 30 2019 Apr 30, 2019 Tuesday, April 30, 2019 6:05:00 PM CDT April 30, 2019 in News
Columbia police investigate shots fired on Dawn Ridge Road
View Story Comments JEFFERSON CITY - Jefferson City Parks, Recreation and Forestry has now installed phone-charging equipment on two of the five solar... More >> 18 hours ago Thursday, April 25 2019 Apr 25, 2019 Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:30:00 PM CDT April 25, 2019 in News JEFFERSON CITY - Missouri legislators are working on a tax incentive in hopes of bringing movie production back to the...
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