The Mayor joins David to preview the first Columbia City Council meeting of 2026. Setting priorities for the year ahead, with a focus on public safety, affordable housing and city employees. An update on the city’s DIVERT program as well.

The Mayor joins David to preview the first Columbia City Council meeting of 2026. Setting priorities for the year ahead, with a focus on public safety, affordable housing and city employees. An update on the city&rsquo;s DIVERT program as well.

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Mayor Barbara Buffaloe - Setting 2026 Priorities

The 2026 Legislative Session is underway in Jefferson City. Several curious bills have been filed early… ranging from removing the Chiefs as Missouri’s official NFL team to jailing ICE agents who hide their identities. A detailed visit with Alisa.

The 2026 Legislative Session is underway in Jefferson City. Several curious bills have been filed early&hellip; ranging from removing the Chiefs as Missouri&rsquo;s official NFL team to jailing ICE agents who hide their identities. A detailed visit with Alisa.

Alisa Nelson with MoNet - Bills Filed In The 2026 Session

The Mizzou Alumni Association’s 24th Annual Boone County Legislative Forum is Thursday, January 29. Wally Pfeffer says it’s a chance to hear from the local delegation to the Missouri General Assembly about issues facing the University. Registration is underway!

The Mizzou Alumni Association&rsquo;s 24th Annual Boone County Legislative Forum is Thursday, January 29. Wally Pfeffer says it&rsquo;s a chance to hear from the local delegation to the Missouri General Assembly about issues facing the University. Registration is underway!

Wally Pfeffer - Mizzou Alumni Association 24th Legislative Forum

The CPS School Board met Monday. An updated Artificial Intelligence policy was approved for students and staff, with the changes focusing on generative AI, including platforms like ChatGPT. The board also discussed a revised student discipline policy and involuntary staff transfers for educators.

The CPS School Board met Monday. An updated Artificial Intelligence policy was approved for students and staff, with the changes focusing on generative AI, including platforms like ChatGPT. The board also discussed a revised student discipline policy and involuntary staff transfers for educators.

Mayor Barbara Buffaloe - Setting 2026 Priorities

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