New Year is greeted in muted fashion as leaders warn, Covid loves a crowd
Many people will want to put 2020 firmly behind them. But governments around the world have pleaded with people not to see in 2021 with traditional…
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Columbia woman charged on multiple counts after allegedly stealing from multiple places
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia woman is arrested Wednesday after allegedly burglarizing items from several businesses. According to multiple…
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Moberly man charged with multiple counts of harassing and stalking
MOBERLY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Randolph County man is charged with multiple counts of harassment and stalking after multiple reports beginning in October.…
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US defense officials divided over potential for Iranian attack on eve of grim anniversary
The US flew nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to the Middle East Wednesday in the latest show of force meant to deter Iran, as defense officials remain…
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US flies B-52 bombers to the Middle East in show of force
The US military flew nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to the Middle East Wednesday “to underscore the US military’s commitment to regional…
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California hospitals stressed to the ‘brink of catastrophe’ by the coronavirus surge
Overflowing hospital morgues, increased 911 wait times, beds only opening when patients die. Hospitals in California, where almost all of the…
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Former Jefferson City firefighter announces run for Jefferson City 3rd Ward Council
Jefferson City, Mo. (KMIZ) A former Jefferson City firefighter has announced his run for the Jefferson City 3rd Ward Council vacant seat. Scott…
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Missouri Veterans Commission releases COVID-19 investigation into homes
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Veterans Commission released a full version of an investigation done on its response to COVID-19. The report…
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Andre Hill’s friend told police he was just dropping off ‘Christmas money’ when he was shot, new body camera footage shows
New body camera footage released by Columbus, Ohio, police Thursday shows the moments after Andre Hill was shot by a police officer — including…
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Minneapolis police were involved in a fatal shooting. The chief released bodycam footage
Minneapolis police on Thursday released body camera footage of the fatal shooting of a Black man that happened during a traffic stop — the…
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21 things to look forward to in 2021 … if everything works out
Yes, it may be tempting fate. Yes, the 2020 version of this story now reads like a depressing farce. But come on. Something good has to happen in…
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Distilleries that made hand sanitizer won’t face hefty fee for helping out during pandemic
Distilleries that helped out in the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic by making alcohol-based hand sanitizer won’t have to pay a hefty fee…
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Moberly man arrested after Dec. 21 alleged assault and shots fired
MOBERLY, Mo. (KMIZ) On the morning of Dec. 21, Moberly police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Emerson St at Collins Ave. Police…
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How the effort to vaccinate the elderly is going in some states
As Covid-19 vaccines roll out across the US, some states are already offering shots to people other than health care workers and nursing home…
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McConnell called Hawley out over objecting to Electoral College vote during conference call Hawley wasn’t on
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday held a conference call with the Senate GOP conference in which he pressed Missouri Sen. Josh…
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Trump extends immigration restrictions, citing pandemic’s impact on labor market
President Donald Trump extended certain restrictions on legal immigration and on visas that allow immigrants to temporarily work in the United States…
Continue Reading Distilleries that made hand sanitizer won’t face hefty fine for helping out during pandemic
Distilleries that helped out in the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic by making alcohol-based hand sanitizer won’t have to pay a hefty fee…
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Columbia police continue to investigate 1989 cold case homicide
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia police continue to investigate the cold case homicide of Carolyn William. Williams was found murdered in a residence on…
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As Covid-19 vaccines roll out across the US, some states are already offering shots to people other than health care workers and nursing home…
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Becky Hammon becomes first woman to direct an NBA team as head coach in a regular season game
Becky Hammon became the first woman to direct an NBA team as a head coach during the regular season, when she took over for San Antonio Spurs head…
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