Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Tri-State area

46 minutes ago  At least 20 children are among the more than 50 reported dead so far in Moore, the Oklahoma City suburb ravaged by Monday's tornado.

2 hours, 27 minutes ago  At least 51 verified dead, but that number is expected to climb; at least 20 of the dead were children.

Today at 5:00 AM  High crop prices entice farmers to expand planting into old golf courses, wildlife preserves

Today at 12:25 AM  School hit hard by Tuesday storm damage.

Yesterday at 9:12 PM  City reports widespread power outages and significant debris covering city streets.

Yesterday at 5:20 AM  In survey, economists say consumers are poised to boost spending, offset government cuts

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The issue will be up to City Administrator Jeff LaGarce to decide.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Justice investigating IRS targeting of tea party; government watchdog blames lax management

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Legal appointments and new comptroller get green light from Quincy Council.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Acting IRS commissioner repeatedly failed to tell Congress that tea party groups were targeted

Monday, May 13, 2013  Mail delivery woes are following a Hannibal dog to his new home.

Friday, May 10, 2013  A traumatic incident while stationed on a M-RAP in Iraq led to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder for Andrew O'Brien. He has since turned the corner and wants to bring awareness into the open about PTSD.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Tomatoes are some of the most common vegetables you'll find in local gardens. But when it comes to making sure your plants are productive, it's all about how you plant them.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Iowa is close to breaking a state record for the longest stretch without a reported tornado.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Top Boston cop to tell Congress he's OK with more cameras, not 'police state,' after bombings