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The Missouri state auditor plans to seek election as the next governor of Missouri. Nicole Galloway revealed in a video posted on YouTube Monday morning she will run in the November 3, 2020 gubernatorial election. Incumbent Republican Mike Parson, who’s eligible to run, hasn’t announced plans to seek re-election. Parson became governor last year when

MONDAY: Storms have set up between I-70 and HWY 36 this morning, and that will likely continue for the next few hours, which is why some of us are under a Flash Flood Watch until 10:00 this morning. These should start to dissipate toward midday, and usher in some dangerously hot weather this afternoon. Temperatures

There are several locations available to cool off across mid-Missouri as dangerously hot temperatures are expected Monday. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory with temperatures forecasted to feel like 105 to 110 degrees. Excessive heat can cause a variety of health issues including dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Symptoms to watch out for

The Miller County Sheriff’s Office is warning people who live in mid-Missouri of a phone scam. Deputies said the Sheriff’s Office received several reports Sunday from people who were called by scammers pretending to be a deputy. The victims told investigators the caller identified themselves as a Deputy Ellis while using a Salem, Missouri listed

The Missouri State Fair is in full swing, and so is the staff working to keep people safe in the heat. A fully functioning fire department, made up entirely of volunteers, will be at the fair for all 11 days. The department is made up entirely of volunteers. They sleep, eat and work at the

A man was rescued by crews over the weekend after he fell 150 feet (45.72 m) down a steep hill in Camden County. The Mid-County Fire Protection District said it responded to help the Coffman Bend Fire Department with the rescue around 3:50 p.m. Saturday. A more specific location wasn’t released. Crews were able to

Moberly police said Sunday that a morning lightning strike damaged a church and prompted multiple road closures. The Coates Street Presbyterian Church was hit by lightning Sunday morning, resulting in visible damage to the building’s tower. The church did not immediately return a request for comment Sunday. “The structure was weakened,” the Facebook post from

TONIGHT: More storms are possible before midnight. Warm and muggy, temperatures drop into the mid 70s . MONDAY: Some of the hottest weather we’ve seen in over a year is possible across mid-Missouri tomorrow afternoon. Temperatures will rise to near 100 degrees, along with high dew points. Feels like temperatures will approach 110* tomorrow afternoon.

The United States is investigating the death of Jeffery Epstein after an apparent suicide in jail, according to the Associated Press. AP said a U.S. official assured that “allegations of sexual abuse and conspiracy will not be cast aside.” The Federal Bureau of Prisons says that Epstein was found unresponsive in his cell Saturday morning.

SUNDAY: Storms will move from west to east throughout the morning hours tomorrow. between 10am and 12pm will be the most likely chance to see storms. Gusty winds are possible with moderate to heavy rainfall. Rain looks to move out by 2 & 3pm but excess cloud cover will slow warming. We’ll still feel hot

People should make sure they drink plenty of water on hot days, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC said that when humidity is high, sweat does not evaporate as quickly as it does otherwise. This means a person’s body cannot release heat as quickly as it may need to. ABC

The Missouri State Fair kicked off on Thursday and runs through August 18th with slides, roller coasters and other rides in full swing. According to the inspection reports by the Missouri Department of Public Safety, the carnival rides, operated by the company Wade Shows, are up to code. In the reports, which are available below,

One woman was left with serious injuries and one man was pronounced dead within hours of each other at the Lake of the Ozarks. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol crash reports around 3 p.m. two boats collided, and both occupants of one boat to fell into the water. The driver of the other

TONIGHT: Clouds will increase overnight. Lows drop into the low 70s . Storms are possible near sunrise Sunday. Have the umbrella ready out the door. SUNDAY: Storms will move from west to east throughout the morning hours tomorrow. Between 8 & 9am will likely be when storms are most widespread. Gusty winds are possible with

Three people were transported to University Hospital Saturday after a car crash on 63 Highway. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, one car turned in front of another car. The second car struck the first. Troopers say the first car was turning from East Peabody Road and was headed northbound on 63 Highway.

SATURDAY: Partly cloudy throughout the day with highs topping out in the upper 80s to low 90s . Heat index will be in the 93-97 range this afternoon so stay hydrated. TONIGHT: Most of the night will be quiet until well into the overnight hours as temperatures fall into the low 70s . Showers and

The Boone Dawdle will start at one p.m. on Saturday, according to the True False Film Festival website. The event is a fundraiser for the 2020 film festival. It will have biking, music, food and films. Weather permitting, the event will kick off with a bike ride. Riders will start at Flat Branch park and

MU athletics announced it will sell beer and wine during games at Faurot Field starting with the 2019 Mizzou football season. MU deputy athletic director Nick Joos said Mizzou only has decided it will sell alcohol at football games. There is no determination whether Mizzou will sell alcohol at other sporting events. MU will monitor

A special education parent teacher association is starting for the Jefferson City Public School district this school year. Parent and planning committee chairman Megan Shadrick said she wanted to form a SEPTA to help unite families of special needs children, increase learning opportunities and resources. “I’ve noticed it’s starting to get harder to connect with

The girlfriend of a man suspected of leading police and deputies on a chase through mid-Missouri told ABC 17 News that she doesn’t believe the official story of her significant other’s death. In a Friday news release, the Jefferson City Police Department said Christopher Morris, 41, of Jefferson City was the driver in a high-speed