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Fans encouraged to purchase Cotton Bowl tickets through SeatGeek

December 5, 2023 11:33 AM Morgan Buresh

The Mizzou Tigers are heading to the Cotton Bowl, and those looking to attend will need to make sure they’re buying a reliable ticket.

Eight candidates file for five open Jefferson City Council positions

December 5, 2023 11:40 AM Hannah Falcon

Candidates could officially put their names in for local elections starting at 8 a.m. Tuesday. Filing in most places will continue during regular business hours for the city or county government building until 5 p.m. Dec. 26.

Stephens College announces new program providing free tuition to some students

December 4, 2023 6:15 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Stephens College announced a new program in a Monday press release that will provide free tuition to some students. The release states that the Stephens Promise program will begin in the 2024 fall semester. The program will provide free tuition to full-time students whose annual adjust family income is fewer than $75,000

Court dates set for two accused in Santulli hazing case

December 4, 2023 5:55 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two men who were accused in the alleged hazing of former University of Missouri freshman Danny Santulli have had new court dates revealed on Monday. Samuel Lane, 22, and Benjamin Karl, 21, both of Columbia, were charged with felony hazing. A status hearing for Lane’s case was set for 9 a.m. Friday,

Airline ticket prices trending more affordable ahead of Mizzou’s bowl game in Dallas

December 3, 2023 7:12 PM Euphenie Andre

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) For the first time in a decade, the Missouri Tigers will be playing in the Cotton Bowl game in Dallas, Texas. The Missouri Tigers’ fans have shown their die-hard dedication by selling out the last five home games the Tigers hosted. Those planning to make the trip to Dallas for the big

Columbia College reported financial losses while paying former president

November 29, 2023 3:14 PM Hannah Falcon, Matthew Sanders

Columbia College, which last month announced the elimination of more than 100 jobs — has been in the red since 2019, according to financial records compiled by ProPublica.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should students have access to phones while in school?

November 28, 2023 2:11 AM ABC 17 News Team

Columbia Public Schools earlier this month sent an email to families asking for help in keeping kids off their cellphones.

Columbia teachers union says cellphone use is hindering learning in the classroom

November 21, 2023 11:23 AM Jazsmin Halliburton, Morgan Buresh

Columbia Public Schools’ top official is asking parents to help keep kids off their cellphones while in school.

Man accused of assault in Santulli hazing case appears in court; next date not set

November 27, 2023 5:43 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A University of Missouri fraternity member who has been charged with multiple felonies in relation to the alleged hazing of Danny Santulli appeared in court by video on Monday. Ryan Delanty, 22, of Ballwin, was charged in Boone County with felony hazing, second-degree assault and supplying alcohol to a minor. The assault

Discrimination lawsuit filed against CPS by middle school student, father

November 22, 2023 6:42 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A discrimination lawsuit was filed on Wednesday against Columbia Public Schools by a middle school student and her father. The lawsuit — which also names Oakland Middle School, its principal Jeff Mielke, teacher Vanessa Hickem and Superintendent Brian Yearwood – seeks damages, accusing CPS of negligent infliction of emotional distress and racial

Charges filed against Hickman student accused of bringing gun to school

November 21, 2023 3:19 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Hickman High School student has been charged after police say he brought a gun to school on Monday. Shaun Lamont Jackson, 18, of Columbia, was charged on Tuesday with unlawful use of a weapon and misdemeanor marijuana possession. He was arrested on Monday and was released after posting a $2,000 bond.

Over 100 fans ejected from Memorial Stadium during 2023 season

November 18, 2023 7:08 PM Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Ahead of the University of Missouri’s home football game versus Florida Saturday, ejection cards ABC 17 News obtained through a records request found that 127 fans had been ejected from home football games so far this season. Heading into week four, 39 fans had been ejected. The top three reasons for ejections

University of Missouri curators approve increased room and board prices

November 16, 2023 11:49 AM Jazsmin Halliburton

Room and board for students on the University of Missouri’s Columbia campus could go up more than $450 if approved by the board of curators.

Families of transgender children sue MU Health Care for denying gender-affirming care

November 16, 2023 12:09 PM Morgan Buresh

Two Boone County families with transgender children filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against MU Health Care over its policy denying gender-affirming care to minors.

Columbia Board of Education meeting includes filing requirements for April candidates

November 13, 2023 7:22 PM Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Board of Education included candidate filing requirements for the April election. Columbia Public Schools will start accepting candidacy fillings for any one who is interested in running for one of two positions. People who are interested can begin putting their name on the ballot at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5.

Local businesses thrive as MU Football’s successful season boosts revenue

November 11, 2023 8:02 PM Euphenie Andre

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Local businesses across Columbia see an increase in revenue as the University of Missouri football program has a stellar season. For the first time since 1980, MU Football sold four consecutive sellout games. The hype around the Tigers led to a surge in shopping and engagement throughout Columbia. Bud’s BBQ is located

MU football game will honor military members, traffic impacts expected

November 11, 2023 4:34 AM Gabrielle Teiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) On Saturday, the 16th-ranked University of Missouri Tigers will go head to head against the 14th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers at 2:30 p.m. with special military appreciation events planned in light of Veterans Day. The Mizzou Tigers will be wearing their special all-black Veterans Day uniforms. The helmet is also black with a large

Columbia College holds Veterans Day ceremony

November 10, 2023 3:16 PM Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia College honored veterans on Friday in front of the outside the Gen. Charles E. McGee House on North Eighth Street. This ceremony held the day before Veterans Day included speakers from the college, Silver Star Families of America and the Missouri National Guard. During the ceremony, the college announced that it renewed

Columbia Board of Education plans for future attendance as new schools are in the works

November 8, 2023 8:03 PM Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Board of Education members on Wednesday night were presented with an update on the addition of three new schools being built within the district. According to Chief Operations Officer of Columbia Public Schools Randall Gooch, additions to Russell Boulevard and Battle elementary schools are on track to open at the start

Hickman football coach Cedric Alvis steps down

November 3, 2023 6:12 PM Lucas Geisler

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