September 2020

University of Missouri not mass testing students

September 29, 2020 12:12 PM Zola Crowder

The University of Missouri is not testing all students for COVID-19, only those who show symptoms or are close contacts.

Southern Boone High School closed Tuesday for a deep clean after student tests positive for COVID-19.

Southern Boone High School temporarily closes after COVID-19 exposure

September 29, 2020 11:54 AM Zach Boetto

According to a letter sent to parents Monday, Southern Boone School District closed the high school for cleaning after a student tested positive for COVID-19.

TUESDAY UPDATES: Columbia Environmental Health issues violation report on AMF Town and Country Lanes; Boone County adds 3 COVID-19 deaths

September 29, 2020 11:41 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tracking a beautiful fall day

September 29, 2020 11:24 AM Maddie Est

TODAY: After another cool start, temperatures will struggle to get out of the lower 60’s this afternoon. A mix of sun and clouds along with a westerly breeze will go with some of that cooler weather this afternoon. TONIGHT: Winds will turn out of a southwesterly direction, which will help keep things a touch warmer. Lows will

Police: MU Alert connected to University Avenue burglary

September 29, 2020 9:23 AM Matt Ragsdale

Columbia police say a University of Missouri Alert sent out Monday afternoon was related to a burglary at a residence on University Avenue.

Man arrested in connection with Boone County shooting

September 29, 2020 8:32 AM Matt Ragsdale

The Boone County Sheriff’s Department says a man was arrested in connection with a Monday shooting north of Columbia.

Missouri in “vulnerable position,” according to White House ‘Red Zone’ report

September 29, 2020 4:53 AM Brittany Wiley

The report obtained by ABC News on Monday said Missouri reported 166 new cases per 100,000 people from Sept. 17 to Sept. 23 putting the state at eighth in the country for new cases.

Tracking a cool afternoon

September 29, 2020 4:44 AM Kevin Schneider

TUESDAY: After another cool start, temperatures will struggle to get out of the lower 60’s this afternoon. A mix of sun and clouds along with a westerly breeze will go with some of that cooler weather this afternoon. TONIGHT: Winds will turn out of a southwesterly direction, which will help keep things a touch warmer.

Local highlights and scores: Sept. 28, 2020

September 28, 2020 11:24 PM Andrew Kauffman

Here are the local scores from Monday, Sept. 28, 2020. You can watch the highlights in the video player above. HS SOFTBALL Rock Bridge (3) Helias (0) FINAL Battle (3) Jefferson City (8) FINAL Smith-Cotton (0) Hickman (10) FINAL Fulton (9) North Callaway (8) FINAL HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL Russellville (3) North Callaway (0) HIGH SCHOOL

Man attacked with soap in Boone County jail according to probable cause statement

September 28, 2020 11:08 PM Karl Wehmhoener

BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A man is injured after being assaulted at the Boone County Jail last Friday according to a Boone County Sheriff’s Department probable cause statement. According to the court documents, Frank Phillips is accused of using a sock full of soap to assault another man in jail. The victim was talking with

Kansas City beats Baltimore to remain undefeated

September 28, 2020 10:17 PM Andrew Kauffman

BALTIMORE, MD (KMIZ) The Kansas City Chiefs are still undefeated after beating Baltimore 34-20 on Monday Night Football. Patrick Mahomes was 31/42 for 385 yards and four touchdowns. Meanwhile Lamar Jackson was just 14/28 for 97 yards and a touchdown. The reigning league MVP also rushed for 83 yards on nine carries, but it wasn’t

Boone County fire crews respond to north Columbia barn fire

September 28, 2020 9:46 PM Karl Wehmhoener

BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone County fire crews are responding to a large structure fire north of Columbia. ABC 17 has crews on scene who say at least seven fire engines have responded to the scene on North Creasy Springs Road. ABC 17 crews report a barn caught fire. According to the man who called

Dealer charged with murder in Camden County drug overdose

September 28, 2020 8:20 PM Karl Wehmhoener

CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Camden County Prosecutor’s office has charged a woman for the 2019 overdose death of 28-year-old Coralie Srejma, of Lake Ozark. According to the release, Srejma died of an Fentanyl overdose pon June 29, 2019 in the area of Cornett Drive in Lake Ozarks. During a year-long investigation, detectives were able to

Boone County sheriff and county commissioner discuss thefts at Midway

September 28, 2020 7:57 PM Sydney Olsen

The Boone County Sheriff’s Department has received multiple reports of larceny and burglaries in the are of Midway in Boone County over the last few weeks.

Health department officials explain what punishments Boone County businesses could face if violating health order

September 28, 2020 7:21 PM Amber Tabeling

The Columbia/ Boone County health department could punish Boone County businesses two separate ways for not adhering to the current health order’s regulations.

East Elementary School in Jefferson City

Education leaders say substitute teacher shortage in Missouri made worse by COVID-19

September 28, 2020 6:44 PM Connor Hirsch

Several Mid-Missouri school districts have said adequate staffing is a top concern as in-person classes resume and cases of the virus are found in buildings.

Holden man charged with murder and other crimes in Sept. 26 shooting

September 28, 2020 6:30 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JOHNSON COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) On Saturday, Johnson County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a shooting on the 1100 block of SW U Highway in Holden, Missouri. According to the sheriff’s department Facebook page, when deputies arrived, they found 29-year-old Sabrina Page (Farris), of Holden, dead by a gunshot wound. Deputies arrested 30-year-old Daniel Page, of Holden.

Tolton standout commits to Pepperdine

September 28, 2020 6:07 PM Andrew Kauffman

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Tolton basketball player Jevon Porter has committed to play college hoops at Pepperdine. He announced his decision on social media. Another Porter sibling is headed out to play college hoops. Tolton standout Jevon Porter just announced his commitment to Pepperdine University. pic.twitter.com/QAnYpK7gQz— Nathalie Jones (@NathalieABC17) September 28, 2020 The 6’8″ forward will