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Columbia officer charged with involuntary manslaughter in child's death.

Columbia police officer charged with involuntary manslaughter in child’s death

December 30, 2019 4:44 PM Molly Stawinoga

Andria Heese, an officer for the Columbia Police Department, was charged with first-degree manslaughter in a child’s death.

DEFENDERS: BBB warns of potential scam involving FTC

December 30, 2019 8:27 PM Zara Barker

Con artists have claimed to be from the IRS, Medicare and even the Social Security Administration. Now the Federal Trade Commission is on the list. The Better Business Bureau issued a warning that potential scammers are sending people threatening letters and making calls that appear to be from the FTC. The BBB says anyone who

Prosecutors charge teenager arrested in connection with Columbia shooting

December 30, 2019 8:10 PM Katie Greathouse

Prosecutors charged a teenager who was arrested after a weekend shooting in Columbia.

Guns in Columbia churches: places of worship talk security following deadly Texas shooting

December 30, 2019 7:06 PM Molly Stawinoga

Multiple Columbia churches say they have security teams on standby in case of active threat situations.

Columbia Police dispatched to 13 burglary calls over holiday

December 30, 2019 3:21 PM Connor Hirsch

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department was dispatched to 13 possible burglaries from Dec. 20 through Dec. 30. Police also responded to one possible robbery call. City of Columbia spokesman Steve Sapp said the actual numbers could be different because dispatch enters the call type that best matches what the caller is conveying to

The City of Columbia will look at an agreement for a COVID-19 vaccine education campaign during its meeting Monday night.

Columbia to make emergency water main repairs on East Broadway

December 30, 2019 3:31 PM Madison Fleck

The City of Columbia will make emergency water main repairs on East Broadway beginning at 7 p.m. Monday.

Two arrested in connection with Mexico church burglary

December 30, 2019 9:08 AM Madison Fleck

Two Mexico, Missouri, men were arrested on Friday after they allegedly stole from a church last week.

Former Mizzou standouts shine for Denver pro sports teams

December 29, 2019 10:18 PM Andrew Kauffman

DENVER (KMIZ) Two former Mizzou standouts played well for their respective professional teams in Denver on Sunday. Former MU quarterback Drew Lock led the Broncos to a 16-15 win over the Raiders. The Lee’s Summit native is now 4-1 as a starter. The last @Broncos rookie QB with four wins? John Elway. The difference? #MizzouMade

Teen arrested in connection to shots fired on Raleigh Drive

December 29, 2019 5:57 PM Zach Boetto

COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department arrested 18-year-old E’Kayleon Spain-Prince on multiple charges Saturday morning. Officers responded at 6 a.m. on Saturday to the 1500 block of Raleigh Drive for a shots fired call. CPD found several shell casings in the area. Official reports say probable cause was established during the investigation to request

Two in custody after Jefferson City vehicle chase

December 29, 2019 8:50 PM Sydney Olsen

The Jefferson City Communications Center received a call around 3:30 p.m. Sunday reporting four females left Dunham’s Department store with unpaid items.

Boone County vehicle fire under investigation

December 29, 2019 8:19 PM Sydney Olsen

The Boone County Fire Protection District responded to a vehicle fire on Coats Lane in Boone County Sunday evening.

CPD investigates shots fired on Raleigh Drive

December 29, 2019 6:34 AM Joe McLean

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia police officers responded to the 1500 block of Raleigh Dr. around 6 a.m. Sunday after a shots fired call. An ABC 17 News crew witnessed police arrive with weapons drawn and take one person into custody. Columbia police officers investigate shots fired in the 1500 block of Raleigh Dr. on Dec.

Officials investigating East St. Louis homicide after body found in school parking lot

December 29, 2019 3:32 PM Sydney Olsen

Fox 2 News in St. Louis reports Illinois State Police are investigating a homicide in East St. Louis after the body of an unidentified man was found Sunday morning.

Chiefs beat Chargers, lock up No. 2 seed

December 29, 2019 3:17 PM Andrew Kauffman

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Los Angeles Chargers, 31-21, on Sunday afternoon. The Chiefs will be the No. 2 seed in the playoffs thanks to a Miami win over New England. The Dolphins upset the Patriots, 27-24. in Foxborough, Mass. How bout them Dolphins?Coach Flores breaks it down after the

Three in custody after vehicle pursuit ends near Fulton

December 28, 2019 7:21 PM Zach Boetto

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Three people are in custody after a vehicle pursuit ended near Fulton Saturday evening. Tracey Martin, 20, of Columbia, William Templeton Jr, 31, and John Garett, 26, both of Fulton are all facing charges of first-degree robbery. Tracey MartinJohn GarrettWilliam Templeton Jr.3 suspects in custody after chase The Fulton Police department arrested

Skelton bows out of State Senate race

December 29, 2019 6:21 AM Joe McLean

COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) Democrat Michela Skelton announced Friday that she will no longer seek to represent Missouri’s 19th Senate District. The Columbia attorney originally announced her candidacy August 22. The 19th Senate District seat is currently filled by Republican Sen. Caleb Rowden, who serves as the chamber’s majority floor leader.

Boonville Police searching for man after armed robbery at a gas station

December 28, 2019 5:54 AM Connor Hirsch

The Boonville Police are searching for a man after an armed robbery overnight on Saturday. Police say they responded to an armed robbery around 1:30 a.m. Saturday at the Lucky’s Eagle Stop at 205 East Morgan Street in Boonville. Photo taken of the scene by Tiffany Rorher early Saturday morning. Police identified the robber as

Jefferson City officer injured during foot chase

December 28, 2019 5:55 PM Zach Boetto

Officials say a Jefferson City Police officer was injured while trying to arrest a fleeing suspect Saturday morning on Jefferson Street. Four suspects were taken into custody for outstanding warrants. Officers responded at 11 Saturday morning to the Holiday Inn on Jefferson Street to a report of trespassing. During the investigation, two of the suspects

Semi-truck fire closes exit on I-70

December 28, 2019 11:29 AM Connor Hirsch

A semi truck fire shut down Exit 155 on west-bound I-70 Saturday morning. The North Callaway Fire Protection District posted on Facebook they responded to the fire with the help of the Central Fire protection district. Callaway County Sheriff Clay Chism told ABC17 News they did not respond to the fire. He said the Missouri

Burglary suspect has long criminal history

December 27, 2019 6:22 PM Sydney Olsen

Dorice Reue Smith, 27, of Columbia, was taken into custody Friday after police say he barricaded himself inside of a residence on Rocky Fork Drive.