UMKC Roo News took home nine awards at this year’s Missouri College Media Association (MCMA) awards. In competition against the largest universities in Missouri, the newspaper has continued to build on its past success, notably earning first place in website design. “I...

The university reported 29 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, setting a new single-day record for positive cases on campus.  UMKC’s previous record didn’t last long, having been set only three days prior on Friday, Jan. 21, with 19 new cases. With a total of 71 cases...

Nearly 150 students have been forced to relocate after a pipe burst in the Oak Street Hall dormitory over winter break. Caused by freezing temperatures, the burst on Jan. 3 damaged all five floors of the residence hall. Students displaced by the incident were moved to the...

The Kansas City Roos secured a win against the Missouri Tigers on Monday night, upsetting the almost 12-point favorites in Columbia.  Phenomenal performances from Roos guards Evan Gilyard II and Marvin Nesbitt Jr. paved the way for the 80-66 win. The duo combined for...

UNews won second place for best overall newspaper and a total of 14 awards during last week’s Missouri College Media Association (MCMA) awards. Competing in Division I against the largest schools in Missouri, the newspaper built on last year’s success and earned two additional...