Coronavirus Archives

Spring break begins for MU students as COVID-19 cases remain low

March 27, 2021 5:42 AM Ben Fein

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Spring break started Saturday for students at the University of Missouri. The university will not require students living on campus to be tested when they return, like the school did for winter break. MU spokesman Christian Basi said low case numbers and timing were some of the factors that played a role

FRIDAY UPDATES: Columbia Public Schools Foundation donates 100,000 child-size masks for students

March 26, 2021 9:24 AM ABC 17 News Team

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Jackson County to drop several COVID-19 protocols

March 26, 2021 5:33 PM Associated Press

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Jackson County is the latest Missouri jurisdiction to ease COVID-19 protocols as the numbers of new cases, deaths and hospitalizations continue to drop. County Executive Frank White Jr. said Friday that as of April 9, all businesses can open at full capacity. That includes gyms, fitness centers and recreation centers.

THURSDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports 85th coronavirus related death, 27th this year

March 25, 2021 9:01 AM ABC 17 News Team

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Homeless can receive access to stimulus payments

March 25, 2021 3:36 PM Victoria Bragg

COLUMBIA, MO (KMIZ) The homeless population has the ability to receive stimulus checks. The IRS offers a free tax filing tool on its website allowing for unhoused people who make less than $72,000 annually to file easily. The department also offers free tax prep help for those in need, which will provide options for tax

COVID-19 survey scams surface as vaccine rollout continues

March 25, 2021 2:47 PM Zola Crowder

Some scammers are using COVID-19 surveys to steal money or personal information from people, according to the Better Business Bureau.

Missouri bill for limits on COVID shutdowns fails in Senate

March 25, 2021 2:01 PM Associated Press

A legislative attempt to put checks on local Missouri health officials’ powers during emergencies such as the coronavirus pandemic has failed.

MU will not require coronavirus tests for students after spring break

March 25, 2021 11:58 AM Chanel Porter

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri says it will not be able to test all students living on campus after they return from spring break because of time limitations. MU required students living on campus to test negative at the beginning of the semester. MU spokesman Christian Basi said MU was able to do

Missouri launches ‘Get a Ride’ page to increase access to vaccines

March 25, 2021 4:37 AM Ben Fein

Get a Ride’s website connects residents with several free and low-cost transportation, both statewide and by region.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do you plan to travel for spring break?

March 25, 2021 3:13 AM ABC 17 News Team

More Americans are traveling as coronavirus case rates stay relatively low and vaccination numbers climb.

WEDNESDAY UPDATES: Three Mid-Missouri counties return to White House ‘red zone’ report

March 24, 2021 9:29 AM ABC 17 News Team

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State effort seeks to help those who need rides to get shots

March 24, 2021 3:09 PM Associated Press

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri officials have announced a new effort to provide transportation for those who need a ride to COVID-19 vaccination sites. The “Get a Ride” online transportation guide helps connect those who need rides with providers. The state health department said in a news release Wednesday that transportation services such as

Local businesses see fewer applicants as pandemic restrictions are lifted

March 24, 2021 2:33 PM Zola Crowder

Boone County’s new pandemic health order went into Wednesday at noon, lifting all occupancy limits on restaurants, bars, entertainment venues and other businesses.

New Boone County health order takes effect Wednesday at noon

March 24, 2021 5:57 AM Ben Fein

Columbia’s latest health order set to go into effect Wednesday at noon, will lift all occupancy limits on businesses.

Local health leaders working to vaccinate homeless and vulnerable populations as more become eligible

March 23, 2021 6:10 PM Connor Hirsch

The spokeswoman for the health department Sara Humm said health leaders have been working with those non-profits who work directly with the vulnerable populations

Drive-thru coronavirus testing site at Mizzou North

Decreased coronavirus test demand leads to canceled testing events

March 23, 2021 11:22 AM Chanel Porter

A state-run testing event in Callaway County was canceled Tuesday. In recent weeks other drive-thru locations at MU Health Care, Boone Hospital Center, Capital Regional Medical Center, SSM Health St. Mary’s and Fulton Medical Center have all been discontinued.

Missouri expanding COVID-19 vaccinator eligibility to dentists, vets, therapists

March 23, 2021 11:54 AM Meghan Drakas

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is expanding COVID-19 vaccinator eligibility to include dentists, midwives, optometrists, podiatrists, respiratory therapists and veterinarians.

TUESDAY UPDATES: Boone County passes 50,000 residents receiving first dose of coronavirus vaccine

March 23, 2021 7:52 AM ABC 17 News Team

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US: AstraZeneca may have used outdated info in vaccine trial

March 23, 2021 8:05 AM Associated Press

American federal health officials say results from a U.S. trial of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine may have included “outdated information” and that could mean the company provided an incomplete view of efficacy data.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Have you gotten the coronavirus vaccine (or do you plan to)?

March 23, 2021 1:25 AM ABC 17 News Team

The number of people getting the coronavirus vaccine is rising quickly as more supply becomes available. However, some people say they will never take the vaccine. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said last week that up to 40% of the state’s population might choose not to get the shot when it is available to them. Vaccine