COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri is one of many schools nationwide to receive reports of racist texts being sent to Black students. MU Spokesperson Christopher Ave confirmed at least one person on campus has received a racist message. He said in a statement Thursday that anyone found to be violating university rules will
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City will continue with its same health insurance provider in 2025 after recent controversy surrounding coverage for city employees. City Spokesperson Molly Bryan said the city changed insurance brokers over the summer, but is still continuing with its same health insurance provider — Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield — in
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Republican Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe declared victory in his campaign for governor Tuesday night. Kehoe defeated Democrat Crystal Quade in the race for governor, who conceded Tuesday night. Early results from the Secretary of State’s Office showed Kehoe leading Quade with 57% of the vote as of 11 p.m. Kehoe spoke to
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Election Day is just a few days away and research shows voters are feeling the weight. An October poll by the American Psychological Association found 69% of adults said the 2024 presidential election is a significant source of stress in their lives. Boone County resident David White cast his ballot on Friday
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LAKE OZARK, Mo. (KMIZ) Voters who haven’t yet cast their ballots will be faced with the question of whether they support a casino on the Osage River in Lake Ozark. Voting yes on Amendment 5 would change the state constitution to allow for 14 gambling boat licenses instead of the current 13. This would open
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) It has been almost one year since The Food Bank Market opened its doors on Business Loop 70 in Columbia, and The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri said it’s seen immense growth over that timeframe. The Food Bank Spokesperson Katie Adkins said the number of people the market serves is
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Streaming services seem to be appearing everywhere, including most people’s bank statements. The average American spends $46 a month on streaming services, according to an August study published by Forbes. The study found each household subscribes to an average of 2.9 streaming services per month, with the top choices being Netflix, Amazon
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As “pink cocaine” makes headlines following the death of a One Direction member, the Drug Enforcement Administration said the substance is still uncommon in Missouri. A toxicology report revealed the substance was found in the body of singer Liam Payne after he fell from a balcony and died last week, KABC reports.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Among many things on the ballot, Missouri voters will decide who they feel will best serve as the state’s attorney general in the upcoming election on Nov. 5. Republican and current Attorney General Andrew Bailey is running for a full term. He was appointed in January 2023 after his predecessor, Eric Schmitt, was voted
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates ahead of the Nov. 5 election. Below is an interview with Elad Gross, who is a Democrat seeking election to the attorney general’s office.Gross’ opponent in this race is Republican and current Attorney General Andrew Bailey. Morgan Buresh: Elad, can you just start off by telling
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates ahead of the Nov. 5 election. Below is an interview with Republican and current Attorney General Andrew Bailey who is seeking election to a full term for the first time.Bailey’s opponent in this race is Democrat Elad Gross. Morgan Buresh: First off, Attorney General Bailey, can
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Several Missouri Task Force 1 members returned to Boone County on Friday after spending more than three weeks assisting with hurricane relief efforts in North Carolina. The 45-member Type III team was deployed on Sept. 25. after areas of North Carolina were heavily damaged by Hurricane Helene. Members participated in search efforts
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A 2024 housing study released Thursday by Boone County and the City of Columbia show the local market is plagued with high prices.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri voters will decide in November whether to reinstate a $3 court fee to help fund retirement benefits for county sheriffs and prosecutors. The official ballot language states, “Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to provide that the administration of justice shall include the levying of costs and fees to support salaries
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Missouri Task Force 1 was assigned Wednesday to search a 7-mile stretch of remote western North Carolina as part of its continued relief efforts after Hurricane Helene.
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Women with dense breast tissue are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, according to an MU Health Care radiologist.
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Columbia resident Angela Keller is hopeful her family can buy a home soon, but for now, they just renewed their lease at their rental.
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The deadline to apply for the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program is Tuesday, Oct. 1. The county’s website said applications must be received in the Collector’s Office by 5 p.m.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The board president of Rainbow House said Thursday the state is investigating the organization for an alleged internal misallocation of funds. “There is a state investigation,” Board President Tyler Willy said over the phone. “It has gotten to an investigation and it’s a misallocation of funds internally.” Willy explained Rainbow House is
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) University of Missouri System President Mun Choi had good things to say about the direction of the university’s future in Wednesday’s State of the University address. Choi touted noticeable student growth across campus. He said the university welcomed 9,200 new students this school year. “What we’re seeing is that students want to
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