WHAT’S GOING AROUND: Doctors seeing respiratory illnesses, flu and COVID-19
Here is a roundup of the illnesses doctors say are spreading around Mid-Missouri.
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RECALL ROUNDUP: Regulators recall Ford F-150 trucks and at-home massagers
The Ford Motor Company has recalled over 112,000 F-150 pick-up trucks that could roll away when parked.
Continue ReadingForget dieting in 2024. Do this instead
In much of the sunny Mediterranean, mealtime is a means to an end. The food, while freshly prepared and delicious, is secondary to the main event — a gathering of friends and family, where boisterous talk about the events of the day is often mixed with loud and infectious laughter.
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More Americans can now get insulin for $35
By Tami Luhby, CNN (CNN) — More Americans with diabetes will get a break on their insulin costs in 2024. Sanofi is joining the nation’s two other major insulin manufacturers in offering either price caps or savings programs that lower the cost of the drugs to $35 for many patients. The three drugmakers are also
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Jefferson City Police Department looking out for drunk drivers this New Year’s Eve
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Police Department will be on the lookout for drunk drivers on this New Year’s Eve. ABC 17 was able to do a ride along with Jefferson City Police Officer Jeff Skinner, and he said officers will have a little bit higher awareness due to the holidays. Officer Skinner
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Columbia residents set fitness goals for 2024
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the new year approaches, many will use this moment to embark on a fresh start and establish new resolutions. In a health survey conducted by Forbes, 48% of Americans expressed a preference for enhanced health, 38% prioritized improved finances, 36% sought better mental health, 34% aimed for weight loss, and 32%
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Jefferson City Police, bar prepare for New Year’s Eve celebrations
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) As we prepare to say goodbye to 2023 and greet 2024 with open arms, the Jefferson City Police Department and at least one local bar are working to ensure everyone enters the new year on good terms. There will be an increase in officers on the road this New Year’s weekend
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Popular inhaler brand coming off shelves in 2024
Many people with asthma may be starting off the New Year with a call to their pharmacy.
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Missouri State Highway Patrol begins Christmas counting period
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the busy Christmas travel season commences, and millions are expected to take to the roads, the Missouri State Highway Patrol has begun its counting period for the 2023 Christmas weekend. The counting period began Friday at 6 p.m. and will last until Monday, Christmas Day, at 11:59 p.m. As of 10:45
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Holiday hazards and tips to keep your holiday celebrations safe
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) With the holidays already here, there are some hazards and safety tips to be aware of. ABC 17 spoke with Boone County Assistant Fire Chief Gale Blomenkamp on what to lookout for. If you own a real Christmas tree, be sure to water them regularly. When Christmas trees become too dry they
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do you worry about the safety of your food?
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services said this week that tainted applesauce made five Missouri children sick.
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Boone County, Columbia to participate in housing study
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone County and the City of Columbia will participate in a housing study in 2024, according to a Friday press release from the county. The release stated Amarach Planning Services to conduct the study. The study is expected to start Jan. 1 and will wrap up by this upcoming fall season, according
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Lights, dogs, signs, systems: Experts share ways to deter holiday home burglars
December is one of the peak times for home break-ins and burglaries, according to FBI statistics.
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Anxiety and depression symptoms increase during holiday season
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The holidays is the most wonderful time of the year for some people, but for others it can trigger anxiety and depression. The “Holiday Blues” can feel a lot like depression but caused by the holidays and the stresses that surround it such as large family gatherings and hosting and attending events.
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TSA prepares for busiest end-of-year travel days, what you can do to be prepared at the gate
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the holiday season is underway, and Christmas is less than a week away, the Transportation Security Administration is preparing for busy travel days ahead. TSA estimates they could screen over 2.5 million passengers a day. The busiest days for travel are expected to be Thursday Dec. 21, Friday Dec. 29, and
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Dozens of Columbia households at risk for eviction getting to stay in their homes for the holidays
Love Columbia Program Director Conrad Hake says his organization has served 48 households with assistance from a recent campaign, which equals around $45,000. That campaign was launched on the first of the month and is based around “Roof over your Head Day” which falls on Dec. 3.
Continue ReadingButtigieg warns bad weather may impact holiday travel
By Pete Muntean, CNN New York (CNN) — Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is warning that bad weather could disrupt holiday air travel. “We may see some bad weather around the holidays,” Buttigieg said, alongside FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker during a press conference at Reagan National Airport outside Washington, D.C. “Winter weather may be a challenge,
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What we know so far about the volcanic eruption in Iceland
By SYLVIA HUI Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Scientists anticipated the eruption of a volcano in southwestern Iceland for weeks, so when it happened on Monday night, it was no surprise. The region had been active for more than two years and thousands of small earthquakes rattled the area in recent weeks. Here is a
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Have you finished your holiday shopping?
Christmas is just a week away and Columbia was full of holiday shoppers over the weekend.
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RECALL ROUNDUP: Teslas, mold and mildew stain remover and mini string lights recalled
Tesla has recalled over 2 million of its vehicles over its autopilot feature.
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