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Columbia’s Citizens Police Review Board airs disagreements at meeting

August 10, 2022 7:52 PM Marina Diaz

Columbia’s Citizens Police Review Board met on Wednesday to discuss where the board stands following a string of contentious meetings.

Viral video shows the importance of helmet safety in youth sports

August 10, 2022 4:55 PM ABC 17 News Team

Following a viral video of a little leaguer getting hit in the head by a pitch and then hugging the pitcher, it’s helpful to know which helmets are best for kids to keep them safe.

Columbia man charged after allegedly breaking windows in over 700 cars in Boone County

August 9, 2022 7:58 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Columbia is facing multiple charges after he allegedly damaged 705 cars by breaking their windows over several days at A1 Auto.

Boone County Sheriff’s Office warns about latest phone scam

August 9, 2022 6:38 PM Erika McGuire

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is warning about the latest phone scam where scammers are posing as a deputy and attempting to steal the victim’s money.

Man charged after allegedly stealing over $8,000 worth of merchandise from Midway Antique Mall

August 9, 2022 4:42 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Koshkonong, Missouri man who allegedly stole over $8,000 worth of merchandise from the Midway Antique Mall on Sunday morning was arrested and charged on Monday.

Fire chief finalists announced for Columbia

August 8, 2022 7:59 PM Karl Wehmhoener

The City of Columbia has announced three finalists in their search for a new fire chief for the Columbia Fire Department.

Body identified at Rocky Fork Lakes Conservation Area

August 8, 2022 5:42 AM Joushua Blount

Searchers have found a body believed to be a missing man in Rocky Fork Lakes Conservation area north of Columbia.

Boone County House candidate files ethics complaint against opponent; opponent says he reported limited activity

August 8, 2022 4:19 PM Matthew Sanders

The Democratic candidate for the 50th House District has filed a campaign finance complaint against his Republican opponent, his campaign said in a news release Monday.

Man charged after allegedly burglarizing Midway Antique Mall

August 8, 2022 2:50 PM Karl Wehmhoener

On Sunday at 9:11 a.m., a Boone County Sheriff’s deputy arrested a suspect that allegedly burglarized the Midway Antique Mall Sunday morning.

Authorities search for missing person at Rocky Fork Lakes Conservation Area

August 7, 2022 6:29 PM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The scene location has been corrected. The Boone County Fire District and Boone County Sheriff’s Office are searching the Rocky Fork Lakes Conservation Area in Columbia on Sunday, for a person who went missing while fishing. Search and rescue teams told ABC 17 News crews they arrived at the state park around

Volunteers hand out free school supplies at Rock the Community back-to-school event

August 6, 2022 5:41 PM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Rock the Community held its annual back-to-school event on Saturday to supply members of the Columbia community with free school supplies and clothing. Vendors from across the city set up tents or donated supplies to the event. The supply drive was scheduled from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., but due to the

Troop F responds to fiery crash Saturday afternoon

August 6, 2022 2:56 PM Hannah Falcon

Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop F investigated a crash on I-70 that had a car in flames.

COVID-19 community level increases as students prepare to head back to school

August 5, 2022 6:41 PM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone, Howard and Cooper counties are experiencing high COVID-19 community levels just a few weeks before students are expected to head back to school, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). MU Health Care Pediatrician Christopher Wilhelm says COVID-19 cases will likely continue to rise as kids return to

Mid-Missouri organizations help with school supplies as inflation stretches household budgets

August 5, 2022 11:51 AM Kennedy Miller

School is right around the corner which means many families will be looking for deals as rising inflation continues to hit people’s pockets.

Columbia and Jefferson City opt out of back-to-school tax holiday for the last time

August 5, 2022 12:23 PM Sarah Higgins

Columbia and Jefferson City are among the Missouri cities opting out of the back-to-school tax holiday again this year.

Columbia police, feds seize $180,000 worth of methamphetamine, documents say

August 5, 2022 5:24 PM Matthew Sanders

Columbia police seized 20 pounds of methamphetamine worth about $180,000 on the street along with suspected fake pills that might contain fentanyl and guns Wednesday, according to court documents.

Three charged with attempted robbery outside Columbia supermarket

August 5, 2022 4:26 PM Matthew Sanders

Three men have been charged with attempted robbery in an incident last week outside a Columbia store.

More than 1,600 Columbia Water and Light lose power

August 5, 2022 12:29 PM Matthew Sanders

More than 1,600 Columbia Water and Light customers in southwest Columbia were without electricity early Friday afternoon, the utility reported.

Free summer lunch program in Columbia to end this month

August 5, 2022 6:27 AM Joushua Blount

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A free summer lunch program for children and teenagers in Columbia will end this month. Workers with the “Lunch in the Park” program are scheduled to end meal service at Douglass Park on Friday. The lunches are available for anyone up to 18 years old from noon to 1 p.m. While meal

Columbia leaders review public feedback on Route B, Paris Road

August 4, 2022 9:17 PM Katie Greathouse

More than a thousand people took part in a safety audit survey on Route B and Paris Road in Columbia.