COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man accused of causing a deadly crash on I-70 in Columbia last August is set to face a Boone County judge Monday. According to online court documents, a judge will consider rescheduling Montejo’s jury trial for the fall in Monday’s pre-trial conference hearing. Walter Montejo, 26, of South Gate, California, is
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FRANKLIN COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A man accused of killing a Hermann police sergeant and injuring another officer is set to appear in court Monday in Franklin County. Kenneth Lee Simpson, 35, of Steelville, was charged with first-degree murder, two counts of armed-criminal action, first-degree assault, two counts of unlawful gun possession, unlawful possession of an
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Association of Counties bought the old funeral home at 429 Capitol Ave. in Jefferson City that has been standing since the 1800s. MAC paid nearly $100,000 for the property and will use it as its headquarters. The group has been looking to be back on Capitol Avenue after its
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) No-Excuse Absentee voting begins Tuesday ahead of local election across Missouri. Voters in Boone County will have the opportunity to cast their ballots at the Boone County Government Center Monday through Saturday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Weekend opportunities are also available: April 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at
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MEXICO, Mo. (KMIZ) Two Mexico men have been charged with four felonies apiece in connection with a Saturday shooting. Monterio M. Truss, 25, and Branden J. Truss, 28, were each charged with first-degree assault, armed criminal action and two counts each of unlawful use of a weapon, according to online court records. The Mexico Public
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BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Boone County Fire Protection District responded to a car fire on South Smith Hatchery Rd. just before 6 a.m. Tuesday morning, causing the road to close for a brief period of time. A fire official at the scene told ABC 17 News crews that two Boone County fire crews responded
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The University of Missouri and the Red Cross are teaming up for the 34th time to collect life-saving blood donations. The Greek Week blood drive will take place at the University of Missouri recreation center on campus from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will also run during the same time Wednesday.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department will hold two meetings on Monday to gather community feedback on renewing and upgrading its Axon technology package. Community members will have two opportunities to listen and provide feedback: 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the Molly Thomas Bowden Neighborhood Policing Center, 1204 International Dr. 6 p.m. to
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Scientists, students, advocates and community members carried signs outside the Missouri Capitol on Friday during the Stand Up for Science rally. According to the rally’s website, the nationwide events were planned to advocate for continued government support for science, defend against censorship and push back on attacks against diversity, equity, inclusion
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Thursday marks the one-year anniversary of the daily vigils for peace in Gaza held by Mid-Missouri Peaceworks volunteers. Volunteers from the Mid-Missouri Peaceworks started a daily vigil outside Columbia City Hall in response to Israel’s blockade of food, water and other essential supplies into Gaza, according to its press release. According to
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Slick road conditions caused multiple accidents Wednesday morning after strong winds and snow swept into Mid-Missouri. Boone County Fire posted on its social media Wednesday morning warning drivers to exercise extreme caution due to deteriorating road conditions. The Boone County Joint Communication system also sent several alerts about accidents and downed power
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Tuesday focuses on lightning safety, as it is day two of Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Missouri. The State Emergency Department encourages Missourians to learn how to protect themselves when it comes to severe weather. According to the National Weather Service, lightning strikes in the United States about 25 million times per
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Due to dry and windy conditions, the National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning Friday morning through 8 p.m. People are asked to avoid burning this weekend. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, 48% of Missouri is experiencing at least abnormally dry conditions. During times of drought, wildfire prevention is of key importance
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) True/False Film Fest begins on Thursdays and thousands are expected to attend for movies, live music performances, art tours and other events that will be taking place all throughout Columbia. The Columbia Convention and Visitor’s Bureau expects around 10,000-15,000 people to visit Columbia for the True/False Film Fest. Ragtag Cinema reports already selling close
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Board of Education’s Long Range Planning Committee will hear updates regarding the district’s new bus service on Wednesday. The board approved a contract with DS Bus Line to provide transportation for the district earlier this month, and now the bus line is providing an update on its transition. According to
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) State Rep. Tricia Byrnes (R-Wentzville) will be fronting HB 1148, which addresses the 988 crisis hotline in the House Committee on Children and Families on Tuesday. Representative Byrnes will be urging swift action on her bill, citing critical failures she discovered in a “firsthand test” of the 988 mental health crisis hotline.
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BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Boone County Fire Protection District responded to a house fire in 12000 block on Route EE early Friday morning. Boone County Assistant Fire Chief Gale Blomenkamp tells ABC 17 News that no one was hurt after crews responded to a single family home with a large fire coming from the
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As snow is expected across Mid-Missouri on Wednesday, the National Weather Service has a few recommendations for preparing your vehicle for winter weather. According to the National Weather Service, you can prepare for extreme winter weather by making a winter car survival kit. You will need jumper cables, flashlights, a first aid kit,
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Multiple officials are voicing their prayers in social media after a passenger plane collided with a US Army helicopter midair at Reagan National Airport near Washington, DC, Wednesday. Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt posted on “X” Wednesday night, “as we wait for further details, please join me in praying for the victims of this horrific
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Habitat for Humanity will be hosting a realtor build event that will help families in need for affordable housing Wednesday. The event will be at noon at the Habitat for Humanity construction site in the Boone Prairie Subdivision off Brown Station Road. The event will focus on working on the interiors of
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