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Camden County Sheriff’s Dept. confirm human remains found

October 22, 2021 3:45 PM Karl Wehmhoener

The Camden County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the possible discovery of human remains in the Linn Creek area.

University of Missouri removes Phi Gamma Delta’s recognition pending appeal

October 22, 2021 5:34 PM Matthew Sanders

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri will remove its recognition of Phi Gamma Delta, the organization at the center of MU’s suspension of fraternity activities, pending appeal, according to an email sent to the campus. The university on Friday found the fraternity responsible for multiple violations of MU conduct codes, Vice Chancellor for Student

Dental records show remains found at Carlton Reserve are those of Brian Laundrie, FBI says

October 21, 2021 4:53 PM CNN Newsource

The FBI’s Denver office said Thursday that remains found in a Florida nature reserve are those of Brian Laundrie, who went missing last month. The FBI said dental records confirmed the identification.

CDC vaccine advisers vote to recommend booster doses of Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines

October 21, 2021 4:29 PM CNN Newsource

The CDC’s Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices accepted the US Food and Drug Administration emergency use authorizations for each vaccine — after considerable discussion about whether such broad authorization as needed for Moderna’s. Members broadly agreed that people who got Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine need a second vaccination, as that vaccine is less effective than Moderna’s and Pfizer’s in preventing infection.

Protesters at fraternity after MU suspends activities after report of alcohol poisoning

October 20, 2021 6:13 PM Matthew Sanders

MU leaders announced the decision in an email to the campus Wednesday evening.

Suspected human remains, items belonging to Brian Laundrie found in Florida park, FBI says

October 20, 2021 3:45 PM CNN Newsource

What appears to be human remains and items belonging to Brian Laundrie, including a backpack, have been found in a nature reserve in North Port, Florida, according to FBI Special Agent in Charge Michael McPherson.

The US Food and Drug Administration authorized booster doses of both Covid-19 vaccines made by Moderna and Johnson & Johnson Wednesday and also said any of the three authorized vaccines could be used as a booster is a "mix and match" approach.

FDA authorizes booster doses of Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, says mix and match OK

October 20, 2021 8:24 PM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN The US Food and Drug Administration authorized booster doses of Covid-19 vaccines made by Moderna and Johnson & Johnson Wednesday and also said any of the three authorized vaccines could be used as a booster in a “mix and match” approach. But it left in place a complex formula for who

All lanes now open on Interstate 70 at Sorrels Overpass

October 20, 2021 11:25 AM Matthew Sanders

The Missouri Department of Transportation said Wednesday morning that the closed westbound lane at Sorrels Overpass had reopened. Crews finished work to stabilize the overpass, which was damaged when a raised boom on a Waste Management truck hit it Monday. The truck driver suffered serious injuries but his condition has improved.

I-70 westbound lane closed through Thursday at Sorrels Overpass; MoDOT to rehabilitate overpass sooner than expected

October 19, 2021 1:04 PM Matthew Sanders

The Missouri Department of Transportation announced the closure a little after noon in a tweet. The closure was needed to reduce traffic heading west toward the area of Sorrels Overpass, the agency said. The overpass was damaged when a tractor-trailer hit it Monday and MoDOT plans to have it demolished.

MoDOT working with a contractor for the immediate demolition of Sorrels Overpass after truck wrecks into bridge

October 18, 2021 3:03 PM Matthew Sanders

The Missouri Department of Transportation cautioned drivers about delays from the crash. Traffic was also restricted on the overpass. Traffic cameras showed a long backup on westbound I-70 from the crash.

FDA advisers vote unanimously to recommend booster doses of Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine

October 15, 2021 1:48 PM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN Vaccine advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously Friday to recommend a booster dose of Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine at least two months after people get the first dose. The FDA’s Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee voted 19-0 to recommend the extra dose for all recipients

Riley to sell dealerships to Columbia’s Drewing group

October 15, 2021 1:12 PM Matthew Sanders

Riley Auto Group will sell Riley Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac, Riley Toyota and Riley Collision Center to Drewing Automotive Group, the company said in a news release. The deal is expected to close in December.

California police say death investigation is murder case

October 14, 2021 12:14 PM Matthew Sanders

The Moniteau County prosecutor charged James L. Collier on Wednesday with first-degree murder and assault of a special victim. California police called the Missouri State Highway Patrol early Wednesday for help with a death investigation in an apartment at 310 S. East St., according to a probable cause statement released by California police.

University of Missouri System ends mask mandates

October 14, 2021 11:33 AM Matthew Sanders

The mandate, in effect since July, applied to classrooms and indoor spaces where social distancing was not possible. Leaders of the University of Missouri System will ask that everyone wear masks indoors, especially where they can’t keep distance, but it will not be required.

Police investigate possible killing of University of Missouri staffer in west Columbia

October 14, 2021 2:54 PM Katie Greathouse

According to a news release, officers went to a home in the 4800 block of Marble Cedars Drive around 11:30 a.m. for a well-being check. They found James Hundle, 52, dead with a gunshot wound

Cardinals fire Mike Shildt over ‘philosophical differences’

October 14, 2021 2:02 PM Associated Press

By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer The Cardinals fired former National League manager of the year Mike Shildt over organizational differences Thursday, just one week after St. Louis lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers on a walk-off homer in the wild-card game. Cardinals president John Mozeliak said the firing was “something that popped up recently,”

Moderate injuries reported after crashes back up traffic on Interstate 70 in Callaway County

October 13, 2021 2:21 PM Matthew Sanders

The Missouri Department of Transportation’s traveler information map said the crash happened a little before 1:30 p.m. and would back up traffic for approximately two hours. The agency said the crash closed eastbound I-70 past the Kingdom City exit.

Natural causes likely in California death

October 13, 2021 9:03 AM Matthew Sanders

California Police Chief Daniel Hurt said officers were working a crime scene investigation in the 300 block of S. East Street shortly before 9 a.m.

Gabby Petito’s cause of death was strangulation, coroner says

October 12, 2021 1:45 PM CNN Newsource

Gabby Petito’s cause of death was ruled to be strangulation and the manner of death was homicide, Teton County Coroner Dr. Brent Blue said on Tuesday.

Centralia enlists law firm to investigate ‘impropriety’ in city government

October 8, 2021 12:23 PM Zach Boetto

Three Centralia police officers resigned Thursday after Chief Bob Bias took early retirement effective this Sunday. One officer mentioned a lack of transparency from the city as a reason why he resigned.