Co-defendant recants in new Ferguson motion
Ryan Ferguson’s appeal of his conviction for second-degree murder in the 2001 slaying of Tribune sports editor Kent Heitholt got a potential boost from a motion filed late Friday in the Western District Court of Appeals. The motion cites sworn statements from co-defendant Chuck Erickson saying that he acted alone in the murder, without Ferguson's involvement.
Airport looks ready to grow, analyst says
Remaining competitive in airline service requires global connectivity, and for Columbia Regional Airport, this means careful consideration of what it offers its customers.
Body-image lecture to tell ‘naked truth’
Leslie Goldman, the author of “Locker Room Diaries,” will talk about body image on the University of Missouri campus tonight to launch “Love Your Body” week.
Neighbors tour new fire station
More than 200 people gathered Sunday afternoon to celebrate the grand opening of Columbia Fire Station No. 9. The 7,891-square-foot facility at 201 Blue Ridge Road, which has been in operation for one week, was welcomed by Second Ward residents as well as by city leaders who spoke briefly on the merits of the project.
Series focuses on city’s development
City planners hope a new workshop series will help them educate and learn from residents who want to discuss the creation of growth without sprawl.
No. 5 Nova dismantles No. 4 WVU's win streak
Scottie Reynolds scored 19 of his 21 points in the final 13 minutes and Villanova (No. 5 ESPN/USA Today, No. 4 AP) held off West Virginia (No. 4, No. 5) 82-75 on Monday night.