Rebuilding Mid-Missouri, One Year Later
Jefferson City and Eldon continue to recover one year after a devastating EF-3 tornado hit on May 22,…
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WATCH: Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe on Jefferson City tornado anniversary
Jefferson City native Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe spoke Friday with ABC 17 News on the anniversary of the May 22, 2019 tornado that hit the…
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Jefferson City celebrates on tornado anniversary
On the one-year anniversary of the tornado that touched down in Jefferson City, the city held a ceremony to celebrate the first wall being put up for…
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Is Mid-Missouri prepared for a potential tornado during a global pandemic?
Just weeks ago on May 4, severe thunderstorms tore across the southern part of the state, leaving behind significant wind damage. Gov. Mike Parson…
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Insurance claims climb past $150 million from 2019 tornado damage
Missouri insurance companies took in more than $150 million in claims related to damage from the tornado that hit Miller and Cole counties last…
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Average deaths per day from COVID-19 dropping in Missouri
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The average number of people dying from COVID-19 in Missouri continues to drop from its mid-month peak. The Missouri Department…
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No charges against officer in deadly Jefferson City shooting
The Cole County prosecuting attorney said Wednesday that he will not file charges against a Jefferson City police officer who fatally shot a suspect…
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Jefferson City School District spends $2.7 million on tornado repairs
Construction to Jefferson City School District properties is complete after damage from the tornado that ripped through the city in last May.…
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Jefferson City boy killed in Cole County crash
A 12-year-old Jefferson City boy was killed in a crash at a Highway 50 intersection in Cole County on…
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Health official: New COVID-19 cases might increase as reopening continues
Many Mid-Missouri counties are seeing fewer or no active COVID-19 cases two weeks after a statewide stay-at-home order expired, but local health…
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Woman pulled from burning Jefferson City home dies
Officials have not identified the woman, who was found unconscious in a bedroom of a home on Dunford…
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High school graduation ceremonies may look different district to district
Mid-Missouri school districts are working to find the best fit for graduation ceremonies to celebrate their seniors’ accomplishments amid COVID-19…
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Crews to install new stop signs at Cole County intersection
COLE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Next week crews will install new stop signs to improve the safety of an intersection in Cole County. The Cole County Public…
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Jefferson City man accused in 2018 shooting
Callaway County deputies arrested a Jefferson City man last week on suspicion of forcing his way into a residence and shooting a man who lived there…
Continue Reading Jefferson City woman critical after house fire
A Jefferson City woman remained in critical condition Tuesday after firefighters pulled her from a burning…
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Man accused of early morning Jefferson City shooting faces multiple felonies
Cole County prosecutors charged a 20-year-old man in connection with an early morning shooting that damaged multiple…
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Jefferson City seeks input on Missouri State Penitentiary redevelopment plans
Jefferson City leaders want the public’s input on two redevelopment proposals for part of the historic Missouri State Penitentiary…
Continue Reading Jefferson City firefighters rescue woman from house fire
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) One person was taken to the hospital after a fire in Jefferson City on Monday night. The Jefferson City Fire Department…
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JC Parks youth baseball, softball practices to start Monday
JC Parks youth baseball and softball practices will start Monday after several sports seasons were delayed or canceled due to the COVID-19…
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Missouri legislature passes $35 billion budget, major cuts avoided by potential federal dollars
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Senate and House of Representatives passed a $35.2 billion budget Friday hours before their 6 p.m. deadline.…
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