CPS parent wants better communication after incident at Battle Elementary
A parent at Columbia Public Schools is calling for better communication from the district after a scare at Battle Elementary School on Tuesday afternoon.
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Missouri will invest $50 million to recruit and retain new teachers
The state will invest $50 million over the next three years for the recruitment and retention program.
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CPS elementary school parents prepare for their kids to have the opportunity to get vaccinated against COVID-19
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Public Schools announced Tuesday that in-school vaccination clinics for elementary school students will begin next week. Some parents have already signed their students up, but others are more hesitant about what to do. Sara Humm with the Columbia/Boone County Health Department says anyone under 18 is required to have a parental
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COVID-19 Vaccine will be available in Columbia Public Schools
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The vaccine against COVID-19 will be offered in Columbia Public Schools (CPS) for children in kindergarten through 12th grade. The Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services announced the vaccination clinics are scheduled for this fall and winter. Families of students are expected to be notified when a clinic is planned at
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Parent concerned over CPS mask mandate extension
A CPS parent said her son has been threatened with disciplinary actions and possible denial of graduation if he doesn’t wear a mask under his welding helmet.
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Head Coach Eli Drinkwitz talks about upcoming game against South Carolina
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) MU Head Football Coach Eli Drinkwitz is talking ahead of the Mizzou South Carolina game on Saturday at 3 p.m. It’s the “Mayor’s Cup.” You can watch him a replay of the presser in the player below. MU lost to #1 ranked Georgia 43 to 6 on Saturday. MU leads the all-time
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Columbia Board of Education member will seek re-election
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia Board of Education member plans to run for re-election. According to a press release from the campaign for Blake Willoughby, he will seek a second term on the board of education. “I am committed to the value of community and this will be a campaign focused on how we can
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State lawmakers weigh in on Critical Race Theory at Columbia Board of Education meeting
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) At least three state lawmakers addressed the Columbia Board of Education about Critical Race Theory at its meeting Monday night. Rep. Chuck Basye said that he felt that Critical Race Theory, often referred to as CRT, was being taught in Columbia Public Schools. The lawmaker said that he has proof it is
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Columbia Board of Education extends CPS’ COVID-19 plan
Columbia Public Schools 7-day COVID-19 case rate is decreasing.
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Boone County prosecutors charge driver suspected of deadly DWI
Duncan McCracking, 24, of Columbia, was charged with DWI that resulted in death and armed criminal action.
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Is it safe to mix COVID and flu vaccines?
Columbia, Mo. (KMIZ.) There’s been growing conversation comparing the COVID-19 vaccine and flu vaccination. Some people may wonder if it’s safe to get both vaccines. Others wonder if they receive the flu vaccine could it reduce their risks of catching COVID. After speaking with an MU Health Care doctor, ABC 17 News found out that
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should children be mandated to get the coronavirus vaccine for school?
Now that the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for children aged 5 to 11 by the FDA and CDC, states and other organizations are preparing to give the vaccine out to children.
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Tenants search for new housing as MU prepares to demolish Manor House
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Some students at the University of Missouri are looking for new housing after the university decided to demolish the building next year. Around 75 people currently live in Manor House, according to the university. The apartments, which are located on Hitt Street, are intended for students who are married or 21 years
Continue Reading State health department adopts CDC’s recommendation for children vaccines
According to the CDC starting Nov. 8 children between the ages of 5 and 11 are eligible for a low dose of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccination.
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UM System prepares employees for possible federal COVID-19 vaccine mandate
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) University of Missouri leaders sent an email to employees Tuesday warning of the possibility that workers will be required to get vaccinated as soon as December. President Joe Biden’s executive order requires those with federal contracts to mandate the COVID-19 vaccine by Dec. 8. At the same time, an executive order from
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should universities be made to comply with the federal vaccine mandate?
University of Missouri System officials announced they’re working with federal and state officials to navigate conflicting policies on vaccine mandates.
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Still no charges in suspected DWI fatal crash
At this point, charges have not been filed against the driver.
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University of Missouri system anticipating vaccine mandate with email to students and staff
Today University of Missouri system officials announced they’re working both with federal and state officials to navigate conflicting policies on vaccine mandates.
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Local highlights and scores: Nov. 1, 2021
Here are the local scores from Monday, Nov. 1, 2021. HS BOYS SOCCER Hickman 0 | Rock Bridge 1 FINAL/2OT https://youtu.be/EzbOuHEB5GI Jefferson City 0 | Capital City 2 FINAL NAIA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Westminster 54 | Columbia College 77 FINAL
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MizzouForward aims to invest $1.5 billion over next decade to enhance research, educational missions
The University of Missouri to launch MizzouForward, a planned $1.5 billion long-term investment over the next 10 years to enhance the university’s research and education missions.
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