June 2020

Full interview: Mizzou athletic director gives summer update

June 11, 2020 2:44 PM Andrew Kauffman

Mizzou athletic director Jim Sterk addressed a group of reporters on Thursday to give an update on the MU athletic department as it continues to navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic. Sterk also spoke about the athletic department’s ongoing discussions regarding social justice and equality. You can watch the entire Zoom news conference in the video

Missouri statewide COVID-19 order to lift Tuesday

June 11, 2020 2:30 PM Matthew Sanders

Gov. Mike Parson said Thursday that the state will no longer be under a COVID-19 health order starting Tuesday, citing the “devastating” effect of the disease on the economy.

Documents: Men shot in fatal Columbia encounter broke in through window

June 11, 2020 2:22 PM Amber Tabeling

Two men shot during an alleged south Columbia burglary — one of them fatally — broke into the home through a window, according to court documents.

Missouri State Highway Patrol Vehicle parked with its lights on.

Marshall teen hurt in Howard County head-on crash

June 11, 2020 11:36 AM Matthew Sanders

A Marshall teen suffered serious injuries in a Howard County crash Wednesday.

Beautiful weather to continue through the weekend!

June 11, 2020 11:18 AM Luke Victor

THIS AFTERNOON: Lots of blue skies through the evening. Expect comfortable temperatures and low humidity. UV index values will remain high through early evening, so have the sunscreen prepped if you’re planning on being outside this afternoon! TONIGHT: Mostly clear overnight with lows falling into the low 60’s. EXTENDED: The quiet weather will be the staple of the

The state health department reported a record breaking rise in COVID-19 cases on Saturday.

THURSDAY UPDATES: Columbia moves fireworks display

June 11, 2020 10:00 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.

I-70 West reopens after crash closed highway

June 11, 2020 8:32 AM Matt Ragsdale

Interstate 70 westbound in Columbia reopened Thursday morning after crews shut down the highway following a crash.

Tracking a beautiful close to the week

June 11, 2020 3:07 AM Kevin Schneider

THURSDAY: A beautiful day looks to be in store. Afternoon highs will top out in the low 80’s, with little in the way of clouds or humidity to speak of. A light westerly breeze will help out too. TONIGHT: Mostly clear overnight with lows falling into the low 60’s. EXTENDED: The quiet weather will be

VIDEO: Columbia superintendent talks fall return

June 11, 2020 2:46 AM Molly Stawinoga

Peter Stiepleman, the superintendent of Columbia Public Schools, was on ABC 17 News at 6 a.m. Thursday.

Two suspects shot, one fatally, in south Columbia burglary

June 10, 2020 9:42 PM Katie Greathouse

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia police said an armed resident shot two burglary suspects Wednesday night, leaving one of them dead. At least 10 CPD vehicles responded to the 6000 block of Bentpath Drive around 9 p.m. Wednesday after a caller reported a burglary with shots fired. According to a news release from CPD, the resident

Columbia Board of Education to review elementary attendance areas

June 10, 2020 8:33 PM Katie Greathouse

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Public Schools Board of Education is getting ready to review elementary areas to see if any changes are needed due to population growth. In an email to parents, the district said that it wants input from the school community. The district is asking members of the community to volunteer to

Mizzou’s Manuel and Walters lead athletic department in peaceful march

June 10, 2020 8:10 PM Andrew Kauffman

Mizzou safety Martez Manuel and defensive coordinator Ryan Walters played an integral part in the Tigers peaceful march in downtown Columbia last week to demand justice and promote equality. Manuel, a former Rock Bridge football standout, initially came up with the idea and Coach Walters offered his support. Manuel said he wanted to take on

Columbia police officer claims qualified immunity in appeal over high school student’s lawsuit

June 10, 2020 7:59 PM Lucas Geisler

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia police officer is appealing a court’s decision not to dismiss her from a lawsuit over the basis of qualified immunity. Attorney David Baker said the city of Columbia would appeal Judge Nanette Laughrey’s decision to leave Officer Keisha Edwards in a lawsuit over a Rock Bridge High School student’s claims

Stormtrack Insider Blog: Monday’s mid-Missouri Sun Halo

June 10, 2020 5:59 PM Luke Victor

A sun halo (sometimes called sundog) shined bright around the sun Monday afternoon. This was actually due to moisture streaming in from tropical depression Cristobal which brought us all the rain Tuesday morning. These halos, which in some cases look like rainbows around the sun are formed when light from the sun shines through clouds

Columbia summer programs look for ways to engage kids during COVID-19 pandemic

June 10, 2020 5:36 PM Connor Hirsch

With summer in full swing, local summer camp programs are looking for ways to safely engage kids.

Public suggests new policy to Columbia police review board

June 10, 2020 5:09 PM Zach Boetto

A board created to provide an independent review of Columbia’s police is getting ready for extra public comment at its Wednesday meeting.

University of Missouri System decides on a start date for the fall semester

June 10, 2020 3:44 PM Nathalie Jones

Students will begin classes on the system’s four campuses Aug. 24, the UM System announced Wednesday.

Tracking more sunshine, warmer temperatures Thursday

June 10, 2020 3:28 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Clouds gradually clear and winds hold steady between 10-20 mph. Expect gusts between 25-30 mph. Lows in the mid-upper 50s. TOMORROW: Clouds clear before sunrise, leaving us with sunshine and light winds. Highs in the low 80s. EXTENDED: We end the week with much more tranquil weather than what we started with as temperatures