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Accused shooter takes plea deal in Columbia grocery store parking lot death

August 2, 2024 11:13 AM Matthew Sanders

A man charged with first-degree murder for a shooting in a Columbia grocery store parking lot took a reduced charge in a plea deal on Thursday.

Man who pleaded guilty in east Columbia shots-fired scene sentenced to six months in jail, five years probation

August 1, 2024 4:19 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man who pleaded guilty in June to shooting a gun at a vehicle on March 20 in east Columbia was sentenced on Thursday. Anthony Warren Jr., 20, pleaded guilty to shooting a gun at a motor vehicle and fourth-degree assault, a misdemeanor. He is being held at the Boone County Jail. He

Police respond to Clark Lane mobile home park after shots were fired

July 31, 2024 3:38 PM Ryan Shiner, Mitchell Kaminski

Editor’s note: Arrest information was added on Thursday after the Columbia Police Department sent an updated press release. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia police responded on Wednesday at a mobile home park in the 3900 block of Clark Lane after shots were fired. The Columbia Police Department wrote on its social media that “At approximately 3:05

Boone, Cole clerks ready for strong August primary turnout

July 30, 2024 2:35 PM Gabrielle Teiner

Boone and Cole counties are each preparing for more than a quarter of registered voters to cast ballots in the primary next month.

Boone County man charged after allegedly strangling woman during assault

July 30, 2024 3:19 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Boone County man was charged with first-degree domestic assault on Tuesday after he allegedly strangled a woman during an attack on Thursday. Michael Tyrone Richardson, 57, was booked into the Boone County Jail at 12:42 a.m. Tuesday and is being held without bond. A court date has not been set. According

Man found guilty of murder in woman’s death in October 2022 sentenced to life in prison

July 29, 2024 3:20 PM Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man who was found guilty of murder in May was sentenced to life in prison on Monday. Jessie Williams, 33, was found guilty by a jury on May 16 of second-degree murder in the October 2022 death of Kaylen Schmit. He is accused of pushing Schmit off the Highway 63 bridge near

MSHP data shows youth most likely age group to be arrested for violent crime in Columbia this year

July 26, 2024 8:19 PM Euphenie Andre

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A 15-year-old boy was sentenced this week to a state facility for his role in the Feb. 14 shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade that left one person dead and more than 20 people injured, The Associated Press reported. The sentencing occurs as Columbia struggles with youth violence. Though

Local Democrats praise Biden for public remarks on dropping out of presidential race

July 25, 2024 4:45 PM Allison Weaver

Mid-Missouri Democrats are reacting positively to President Joe Biden’s address to the nation Wednesday night — his first speech since dropping out of the 2024 presidential race earlier this week.

Missouri Department of Revenue makes it easier to apply for Real ID

July 25, 2024 3:28 PM Olivia Hayes

The Missouri Department of Revenue is making it easier for Missourians to apply for their REAL ID as the federal Real ID enforcement deadline approaches.

Trial scheduled for man accused of murdering woman in 2022, stuffing body in closet

July 24, 2024 10:08 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Trial dates have been announced for a Columbia man accused of murdering a woman in 2022. Adam Alfred Conner was charged with second-degree murder and tampering with evidence in a felony prosecution. A pretrial conference is set for 9 a.m. Monday, Sept 16. A jury trial is scheduled for 9 a.m. Tuesday,

Convicted Boone County rapist charged with statutory rape in Osage County

July 24, 2024 2:40 PM Ryan Shiner

OSAGE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) An Ashland man who pleaded guilty to statutory rape and statutory sodomy in 2022 has been charged again. Christopher Fisher, 50, was charged on Tuesday in Osage County with first-degree statutory rape of a child younger than 14 years old. A court date has not been scheduled. He pleaded guilty in

Boone County Fire Protection coping with loss two weeks after assistant chief’s death

July 22, 2024 11:48 AM Allison Weaver

Today marks two weeks after Assistant Fire Chief Matt Tobben died during a water rescue in northern Columbia.

Water usage concerns raised in Southwest Columbia as development in area continues

July 22, 2024 8:11 PM Olivia Hayes

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Concerns about water-issues in Southwest Columbia are being raised after the Columbia City Council approved the zoning and development plans for another business in the area. Land for Diventures of Columbia was approved on the south of Vawter School Road, east of Scott Boulevard. Diventures plans to offer swim lessons, SCUBA certification,

Columbia man accused of killing woman on Christmas sees murder charge upgraded

July 22, 2024 3:08 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man who was accused of killing a woman on Christmas Day had his murder charge upgraded after a grand jury indictment was filed on Friday. Jeffrey Edward Skaggs, 39, of Columbia, is now charged with first-degree murder, first-degree domestic assault and first-degree endangering the welfare of a child. He was previously

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris take the stage at a campaign rally at Girard College on May 29 in Philadelphia.

Missouri Democratic lawmakers react to Biden ending reelection campaign

July 21, 2024 7:17 PM Olivia Hayes

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Following President Joe Biden ending his bid for reelection, many Missouri democratic lawmakers are saying it was the right choice. “I think it’s a good decision. I think that’s what America wants. I think that’s what America needed,” said Missouri State Representative David Tyson Smith. “You know, I trust President Biden and

New safety precautions at the Boone County Fair receive positive feedback from vendors, attendees

July 20, 2024 9:56 PM Reagan Phillips

COLUMBIA, Mo (KMIZ) Following an altercation Wednesday night, the Boone County Fair implemented new safety precautions. Secretary of the Boone County Fair Board Jesica Kempf expressed confidence in the effectiveness of the measures. “It’s been amazing,” Kempf said. “The feedback from the crowds has been very thankful and appreciative. Everyone is willing to wait a

Missouri 50th House District candidate interview: Gregg Bush

July 19, 2024 4:04 PM Mitchell Kaminski

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the August primary ahead of the election.

Missouri 50th House District candidate interview: Jeff Basinger

July 19, 2024 4:06 PM Mitchell Kaminski

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the August primary ahead of the election.

Man accused of murder in 2021 Ashland stabbing found guilty of manslaughter, will be sentenced Aug. 10

July 18, 2024 11:37 AM Reagan Phillips

A jury began deliberations Thursday in the trial of a man accused in a 2021 Boone County stabbing death.

Beal, Martin battle for Republican nomination for Missouri’s 44th District

July 18, 2024 10:41 PM Mitchell Kaminski

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) For the first time in eight years, someone other than Cheri Toalson Reisch (R-Hallsville) will represent Missouri’s 44th district. Bryce Beal and John Martin would each like to see the district remain red. but first must go head-to-head in the Aug. 6 primary. The winner will face Democrat Dave Raithel, who is