Data shows fraud reports increasing in Cole County, lowering in Boone
Fraudsters are still conning people out of hundreds or even thousands of dollars, but data shows reports in Boone County and nationwide have fallen recently.
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Columbia City Council to amend budget to include ARPA funds
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia City Council will meet on Monday at 7 p.m. to amend the fiscal year 2024 annual budget to appropriate the $25.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The city received these funds in September to address the public health and economic impacts of COVID-19. Upon approval of the
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Columbia searching for new business to lease old IBM industrial for first time in over a decade
COLUMBIA, Mo (KMIZ) For the first time in over a decade, the old IBM building on Lemone Industrial Blvd is vacant. Columbia is now looking for a new business to buy or lease the building from them. The city is taking proposals and hopes to have a list of interested parties by Nov. 27. The
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No injuries reported in Friday night fire on Rock Quarry Road
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) No injuries were reported after Columbia firefighters responded to a house fire in the 2800 block of Rock Quarry Road around 10:30 p.m. Friday . Boone County Joint Communications sent a notification stating Rock Quarry Road was closed from Stadium Boulevard to Grindstone Parkway due to a structure fire. Several firefighters were
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Police: Man charged with murder in June Dove Drive shooting arrested
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man accused in a June 26 homicide on Dove Drive in Columbia was arrested on Thursday night, according to a Friday press release from the Columbia Police Department. Ja’Shaun Barney, 18, of Columbia, was arrested. He was charged with second-degree murder, armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon in
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CPD hosts active-shooter response training
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department hosted an “active assailant” response training to the public at its regional training center Friday. People throughout the community registered to attend this training so they know what to do if there is ever an active shooter. A press release from earlier this week describes an active assailant
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Hickman football coach Cedric Alvis steps down
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Hickman head football coach Cedric Alvis said he will resign from his spot leading the Kewpies. Alvis told the program in a Friday email obtained by ABC 17 News that he would resign from the role of head coach. Alvis said he has “not been able to meet the expectations of what
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Schnucks announces recall for applesauce pouches
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Schnucks announced a recall of some of the store’s branded applesauce pouches, according to a Friday press release from the company. Schnuck Markets Inc. announced the recall after it said the supplier warned there were elevated levels of lead found in the cinnamon raw material used by Austrofood SAS, the manufacturer of
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December 2022 MU pipe freeze cost more than $1.3 million
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Pipe bursts on the University of Missouri’s campus in late December that caused “significant damage” at Faurot Field ended up having a hefty price. Records obtained by ABC 17 News show in total the university paid more than $1.3 million after pipe bursts affected Memorial Stadium, Mizzou Arena, Green Tennis Center, campus
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Columbia apartment complex could face stricter inspection with lapsed certificate
A Columbia apartment complex where two children died last year no longer has the proper city licensing for rental properties but has applied for it.
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Three apply so far for Columbia Ward 2 council opening
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) There have been three people who have applied for the soon-to-be open Ward 2 Columbia City Council seat. The city announced last month that it will be accepting applications for an appointment until 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 13. Ward 2 Councilwoman Andrea Waner announced her resignation in October, effective Nov. 22. Waner told ABC 17
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Harrisburg man charged after allegedly trying to stab retail shopper, kick police officer
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Harrisburg man was arrested and charged after allegedly trying to stab a shopper at a Columbia Dollar General on Wednesday on Vandiver Drive. Anthony Giboney, 61, was charged with second-degree assault and four-degree assault. He is being held at the Boone County Jail without bond. An initial court appearance is set
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Report: Surface mold found at Columbia Fire Stations 2 and 6, not determined hazardous
The Columbia Fire Department has released the final condition reports from an outside firm after reports of possible mold inside Fire Stations 2 and 6 last month.
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A Columbia apartment complex where two children died last year no longer has the proper city licensing for rental properties.
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Columbia Sewer Utility asking for public input on Forest Hill improvement project
The Columbia Sewer Utility is asking residents to weigh in on a planned sewer improvement project at Forest Hill Court and Ridge Road.
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New Food Bank Market opens, providing multiple services for the community
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The new location for The Food Bank Market is opening its doors Wednesday at 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., providing more than just food for the community. The Food Bank Market, part of the The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri, will provide food and services for community members in need
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Did you have a lot of trick-or-treaters on Halloween?
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Halloween was on Tuesday, and it ended up being a chilly day. Did you end up having a lot of trick-or-treaters? Or did you notice if the cold kept kids at home? Let us know in the poll and in the comments.
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‘Cold Weather Rule’ goes into effect Wednesday
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Public Service Commission’s Cold Weather Rule will go into effect Wednesday for gas and electric utilities across Missouri. Under the rule, natural gas and electric utilities are prohibited from disconnecting any heat-related services when the temperature is predicted to drop below 32 degrees during the following 24 hours. The rule
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RSV vaccine offered at Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The RSV vaccine is being offered for adults 60 years old and older at the Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services, according to a press release from the PHHS. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends adults 60 years old  and older to receive a dose of RSV vaccine (Abrysvo),
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Closures expected on I-70 ramps at Route BB overpass
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Intermittent closures should be expected this week for the on/off ramps at the Route BB overpass on Interstate 70, according to a Tuesday night press release from the Missouri Department of Transportation. The contractor first plans to remove temporary overhangs on the new bridge Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the release. Traffic
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