April 2020

Tracking strong to severe storms for this afternoon

April 28, 2020 11:33 AM Maddie Est

TUESDAY: This morning we saw a pretty even split of sunshine and cloud cover, and that will continue for a few more hours as a cold front approaches. This cold front could cause storms to push into the area as early as 2-3 pm, and these storms have the potential to be strong. All modes

VIDEO: MU Health Care outlines plans for phased reopening

April 28, 2020 9:57 AM Zara Barker

MU Health Care Dr. Mark Wakefield joined ABC 17 News This Morning to discuss the hospital’s efforts to reopen.

No injuries reported in downtown Jefferson City fire

April 28, 2020 9:53 AM Matthew Sanders

The Jefferson City Fire Department said Tuesday that it was at the scene of a structure fire downtown.

Maries County crash involving trooper caused thousands in damage

April 28, 2020 9:23 AM Matt Ragsdale

The Missouri State Highway Patrol said a crash involving a trooper Monday night caused about $30,000 in damage.

CPD: Officers looking for man suspected of kidnapping, domestic assault

April 28, 2020 9:07 AM Matt Ragsdale

CPD tweeted after 8 a.m. on Tuesday that the man was believed to be armed and dangerous.

Columbia man accused in shooting at Boone County trailer park

April 28, 2020 7:26 AM Matt Ragsdale

Boone County deputies arrested a 23-year-old man on suspicion of assault and other crimes after a shooting Tuesday.

Tracking potential for strong storms later today

April 28, 2020 4:34 AM Kevin Schneider

TUESDAY: A mix of sun and clouds throughout the morning. A cold front will drop south and fire off storms later this afternoon, some of which could become severe. All modes of severe weather are possible, for the latest details head over to the Stormtrack Insider Blog, or if you want to check out the

Miller County chase ends in arrest

April 27, 2020 10:20 PM Katie Greathouse

Authorities arrested one person after a chase in Miller County on Monday.

Andrew’s at-home sports: April 27, 2020

April 27, 2020 10:19 PM Andrew Kauffman

ABC 17 Sports Director Andrew Kauffman is asking all of our viewers to send in your best at-home sports videos to news@kmiz.com. He will share the best ones in his 10 p.m. sportscast every night for the foreseeable future. You can watch Andrew’s at-home sports from Monday, April 27 in the video player above.

Two people injured in Maries County crash involving patrol vehicle

April 27, 2020 9:33 PM Katie Greathouse

MARIES COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were injured in a crash that involved a Missouri State Highway Patrol vehicle in Maries County on Monday. It happened after 5 p.m. on Highway 63 near Highway 42. According to a crash report, a 2009 Chevrolet Suburban pulled out in front of a 2020 Ford Explorer. The Ford

Comparing Missouri’s re-opening order to federal guidelines

April 27, 2020 8:29 PM Lucas Geisler

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri’s new order allowing businesses to operate under relaxed rules breaks away from some federal guidelines on re-opening. An ABC 17 News review shows that the order released by Gov. Mike Parson and the Department of Health and Senior Services gives fewer rules for businesses to follow than the White House

COVID-19 impacts supply of homes in Boone County

April 27, 2020 6:50 PM Sydney Olsen

The Columbia Board of Relators released statistics for single family home sales in Boone County in March.

Two charged with Jefferson City robbery, shooting

April 27, 2020 5:19 PM Matthew Sanders

Prosecutors have charged two Jefferson City men with armed robbery and assault after they allegedly shot another man who wanted to sell them a phone.

Tracking potential severe storms on Tuesday

April 27, 2020 4:00 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Partly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid-50s. TUESDAY: A Weather Alert Day is in effect with the threat of strong to severe storms by mid-late afternoon. All modes including damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes will be possible. Highs in the upper 70s before storms arrive. EXTENDED: The strong cold front moving through on

Gov. Mike Parson holds a press briefing on Friday regarding COVID-19.

Parson announces new COVID-19 regulations that will allow businesses to reopen

April 27, 2020 2:17 PM Matthew Sanders

Gov. Mike Parson said Monday that businesses will reopen in Missouri next week but the public will still be barred from nursing homes and retirement communities.

Rain today with storm chances tomorrow

April 27, 2020 12:11 PM Maddie Est

MONDAY: Most of the showers have moved out of the area, but we could still see a few pop-up showers move through the area this afternoon and evening. Temperatures will warm into the 70s for the day, so if you can dodge those leftover showers, you’re in for a great afternoon. TONIGHT: Partly cloudy skies will hold

Columbia restaurants get ready for reopening next week

April 27, 2020 11:40 AM Amber Tabeling

Missouri and Columbia/Boone County plan to reopen some businesses amid the COVID-19 pandemic, while some states and even counties have already done so.

Intern Tyler’s tip of the week: April 27, 2020

April 27, 2020 11:14 AM Andrew Kauffman

Every Monday, our sports intern Tyler Driesenga will look back at this past week in sports news. Plus – he’ll give us his at-home tip of the week to keep you motivated during these tough times. You can watch his latest tip of the week in the video player above. Without further ado, here’s Tyler:

Some Missouri businesses reopen with COVID-19 precautions

April 27, 2020 9:49 AM Associated Press

Some businesses near St. Louis are reopening with some safety measures in place, after local officials lifted restrictions meant to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

MONDAY UPDATES: City of Columbia to rent golf carts as new COVID-19 cases hold steady

April 27, 2020 9:19 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back throughout the day for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.

Month: April 2020