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Callaway Energy Center still at zero power Two months after a generator issue caused an unplanned shutdown at Callaway Energy Center, the plant is still not operating. by Olivia Garrett Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:14am

House passes sweeping voting rights bill over GOP opposition WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats passed sweeping voting and ethics legislation Wednesday over unanimous Republican opposition, advancing to the Senate what would be the largest overhaul of the U. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Biden stands by May timeline for vaccines for all US adults WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said the U.S. expects to take delivery of enough coronavirus vaccine for all adults by the end of May — two months earlier than anticipated — and he pushed states to get at least one shot into the arms of teachers by the end of March to hasten school reopenings. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Abortion concerns prompt archdiocese warning on vaccine NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Roman Catholic leaders in St. Louis and New Orleans are advising Catholics that the COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, newly approved for use in the U. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Dems tighten relief benefits, firm up support for virus bill WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and Democrats agreed to tighten eligibility limits for stimulus checks Wednesday, bowing to party moderates as leaders prepared to move their $1. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

States expand vaccine access as supplies surge Buoyed by a surge in vaccine shipments, states and cities are rapidly expanding eligibility for COVID-19 shots to teachers, Americans 50 and older, and others as the U. by the Associated Press Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Weeks after storms, water crisis continues in Mississippi JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Frustrations are mounting in Mississippi’s largest city, more than two weeks since winter storms and freezing weather ravaged the city’s water system — knocking out water for drinking and making it impossible for many to even flush their toilets. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

House prepares to pass landmark voting rights, ethics bill Washington (AP) — House Democrats are poised to pass a sweeping elections and ethics bill, offering it up as a powerful counterweight to voting rights restrictions advancing in Republican-controlled statehouses across the country. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Lawmakers back new checks on local health officials COLUMBIA (AP) — Local health officials in Missouri would be prevented from ordering businesses and schools to close for more than 15 days during an emergency without getting permission of elected officeholders under a Republican bill that got initial backing Wednesday. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Police uncover ‘possible plot’ by militia to breach Capitol WASHINGTON (AP) — Capitol Police said they have uncovered intelligence of a “possible plot” by a militia group to breach the U. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Fukushima chief: No need to extend decommissioning target TOKYO (AP) — The head of the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant said there’s no need to extend the current target to finish its decommissioning in 30-40 years despite uncertainties about melted fuel inside the plant’s three reactors. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

General: Pentagon hesitated on sending Guard to Capitol riot WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Department leaders placed unusual restrictions on the National Guard for the day of the Capitol riot and delayed sending help for hours despite an urgent plea from police for reinforcement, according to testimony Wednesday that added to the finger-pointing about the government response. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

A House committee considers legislation limiting transgender athletes The anticipated early morning fight over House Bill 33 didn’t develop because the bill was pulled from the House Children and Families Committee hearings schedule. by Joe Gamm Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Van driver who killed 10 pedestrians in Toronto found guilty TORONTO (AP) — A man who admitted using a van to kill 10 pedestrians in Toronto was found guilty Wednesday in a case that drew attention to an online world of sexual loneliness, rage and misogyny. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Video: Myanmar police hold AP journalist in chokehold YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — A video of the arrest of Associated Press journalist Thein Zaw as he was photographing Myanmar security forces charging at anti-coup protesters shows him being quickly surrounded and held in a chokehold as handcuffs are placed on him. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Reports: Myanmar security forces kill over 30 protesters YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Myanmar security forces dramatically escalated their crackdown on protests against last month’s coup, killing at least 34 protesters Wednesday in several cities, according to accounts on social media and local news reports compiled by a data analyst. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

US warns of military response to rocket attack on Iraq base WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House warned the U.S. may consider a military response to the rocket attack that hit an air base in western Iraq where American and coalition troops are housed. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Columbia man charged after chase with Cole County authorities A Columbia man faces numerous charges after a Tuesday night chase with Cole County authorities.Charles Yelm Jr. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

EU, Britain clash in latest post-Brexit spat BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union said Wednesday that Britain’s “unilateral action” on trade rules will breach international law and is threatening legal action as post-Brexit tensions continue to escalate between the two sides. Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Probation ordered in Salvation Army Thrift Store fire case A Jefferson City woman has been placed on two years unsupervised probation for pleading guilty to an amended charge in the case of a fire at The Salvation Army Thrift Store in January 2020. by the News Tribune [email protected] Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

Lincoln University curators explore resuming ties with 62nd, 65th Regiments Legacy Foundation The Lincoln University Board of Curators is looking into redeveloping a relationship with the 62nd and 65th Regiments Legacy Foundation, but this could cause issues with the university’s accreditation. by Layne Stracener Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

March observed as Red Cross Month Once again, Red Cross Month is upon us.Every year, for about 80 years, each U.S. president has designated March as a time to recognize the nonprofit’s efforts to provide disaster relief, health and safety training, lifesaving international services, service for military families and, of course, collection of blood donations. by Joe Gamm Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am

St. Elizabeth receives grant to upgrade weight room The St. Elizabeth R-4 School District received a $19,222 grant from the Miller County Health Center to upgrade its weight room and transform it into a public fitness center. by the News Tribune [email protected] Published Mar. 4 2021 @ 12:05am