Murder suspect appears in court, opioid epidemic continues to grow in Missouri
A Columbia man was charged Thursday with felony second-degree murder for two October fentanyl overdoses.
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Some Missouri counties behind on expunging felony weed charges on day of deadline
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Friday was the deadline for counties in Missouri to expunge felony marijuana cases, however some counties are behind, according to one attorney and author of Amendment 14. Friday also marks the one-year anniversary of marijuana becoming legalized in Missouri. Dan Viets, attorney and secretary of the National Board of Directors of NORML,
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Recall issued for Shakespeare’s frozen pizza at grocery stores
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Shakespeare’s Pizza has issued a recall for all of its frozen pizzas sold at grocery stores, claiming they contain wheat, but it is not declared on the packaging, a Friday press release from the Food and Drug Administration says. The Columbia company distributes frozen pizza throughout the state of Missouri and parts
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should Columbia regulate short-term rentals?
The City of Columbia has been considering regulation of short-term rental properties for a while now.
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Certification hearing for juvenile suspect in Columbia homicide set for Friday
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Boone County Judge will decide Friday if a juvenile suspected to be involved with killing a woman at her home back in May will be tried as an adult. The hearing is set to begin at 1:30 p.m. at the Boone County Courthouse. The judge will go through a certification hearing
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Proposed short-term rental rules under review in Columbia
The city of Columbia will be holding a formal public hearing on Thursday to discuss proposed short-term rental regulations. The regulations would provide regulatory standards for the use of short-term rentals, such as AirBnBs or VRBOs.Â
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Ceremony held on 82nd anniversary of Pearl Harbor attacks
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A ceremony was held Thursday at the plaza at the Boone County Courthouse to mark the 82nd anniversary of the attacks on Pearl Harbor. The ceremony began at 11:55 a.m., the time of the attacks on Dec. 7, 1941, in Central Standard Time. The event included speakers and a message from Secretary
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Columbia woman seeks class-action lawsuit against city regarding recycling fees
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia woman is seeking a class-action lawsuit against the City of Columbia over fees paid by customers for recycling pickup after the city suspended the service. The petition– filed on Tuesday by Christine Gardener — alleges a breach of contract by the city, as well as unjust enrichment. The lawsuit cites
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Columbia man charged with murder in fentanyl overdoses
A Columbia man was charged Thursday with felony second-degree murder for two October fentanyl overdoses.
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City of Columbia to hold public hearing regarding short-term rental regulations
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Columbia’s Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing Thursday to hear what citizens have to say about the proposed short-term rental regulations. The meeting will be held at the City Council Chambers at 701 E. Broadway at 7 p.m. The proposed regulations include a three “tier” structure
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should more employers provide workers with discounted childcare?
Boone County is planning something new — offering subsidized childcare for some of its workers.
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Boone County Sheriff’s Office to get new regional training center with childcare
Boone County plans to break ground early next year on a new regional law enforcement training center that will include a daycare to provide cheaper, around-the-clock childcare to first responders’ families.
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Public meeting on Columbia roll cart storage set for next week
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Solid Waste will hold an open-house style meeting next week about potential requirements on roll cart storage, according to a Wednesday press release. The release states that the city is looking for public input on roll cart storage at residences between collection days. The meeting is scheduled for 5-7 p.m. Thursday,
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Democratic candidate wants to ‘make sure Columbia stays blue’
A Columbia nurse and union member says he’s running for Missouri’s 50th House District to make sure it stays in Democratic hands.
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you going to see the Veterans United holiday light display?
The annual Christmas light display at Veterans United opened to the public Tuesday night.
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Columbia commission favors LGBTQ+ sanctuary city ordinance
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) – An LGBTQ+ advocate said that the Columbia Human Rights Commission supported a proposal on Tuesday to pass legislation that some say would give legal protection to LGBTQ+ people. The commission plans to send a report to the Columbia City Council soon backing the proposed “sanctuary city” ordinance, according to Paul Harper,
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Mizzou Alumni Association still offering travel packages ahead of Cotton Bowl
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Mizzou Alumni Association still has two packages remaining online for fans looking to attend the Cotton Bowl. The ninth-ranked Tigers will face No. 7 Ohio State in Arlington, Texas on Dec. 29. Mizzou Alumni Association Executive Director Todd McCubbin said the air-inclusive package available for fans sold out within 24 hours
Continue Reading Two so far looking at run for Ward 2 Columbia City Council seat
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people who applied for the City Council appointment for Columbia’s second ward will be running for the seat in April. Robert Schreiber III and Lisa Meyer are planning runs. Rachel Proffitt was picked by the council last month to fill Andrea Waner’s open seat. Schreiber told ABC 17 News that he’s
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Columbia man accused in carjacking pleads guilty to three felonies
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man who was accused in a carjacking in August pleaded guilty on Monday to three felonies. Nathan Kessler, 29, pleaded guilty to first-degree tampering with a motor vehicle, delivery of a controlled substance and unlawful gun possession. He want sentenced to eight years in the Missouri Department of Corrections and
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Two apply so far for Boone Hospital Board of Trustees race
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people have applied for the two open Boone Hospital Trustee seats that will be on the ballot in the April 2024 municipal election. As of Tuesday, Gary Thompson and current Board member Judy Starr are the two people who have applied for the seats. Thompson currently serves as the CEO of
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