Jefferson City Archives

Change of venue, new judge granted in Quatavia Givens case

September 29, 2021 4:05 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Cole County judge granted a change of venue and a request for a new judge for a woman charged in the 2018 death of a Jefferson City child.

Jefferson City police investigating after person drives to hospital with a gunshot wound

September 22, 2021 10:17 PM ABC 17 News Team

Jefferson City police are investigating a weapons incident after a person drove to a hospital with a gunshot wound.

Mid-Missouri hospitals not seeing a shortage of antibody treatments as some states run low

September 22, 2021 8:04 PM Leila Mitchell

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Some states are experiencing a shortage of antibody treatment drugs for COVID-19 but for several Mid-Missouri hospitals, it doesn’t look like it will run out anytime soon. Lisa Cox, spokeswoman for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services said the state’s top priority is making sure its distribution process is successful

Jefferson City hosting open houses to discuss ward redistricting plan

September 21, 2021 11:16 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Council is developing a ward-redistricting plan after the recent census. Officials have proposed options for changes to ward boundaries using standard redistricting criteria. The council is inviting the public to attend two open house events to provide comments on the proposed redistricting plans. Open house events: Thursday, September

Student found dead at Lincoln University

September 19, 2021 6:36 PM Chanel Porter

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Lincoln University released a statement Sunday mourning the loss of a student after he was found dead in his on-campus residence. Dominik Dudley-Moore, a resident of Dawson Hall, was found dead Sunday. While no foul play is suspected, the incident is under investigation by the Lincoln University Police Department. “Dominik, who

Jefferson City Board of Education to discuss district’s back-to-school plan

September 16, 2021 4:13 AM Ben Fein

The Jefferson City Board of Education is set to meet Thursday at 6 p.m. to discuss the district’s back-to-school plan, among other topics.

Jefferson City woman gets probation after pleading guilty in steroids case

September 16, 2021 9:51 AM Zachary Farwell

According to the Cole County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Amber Duenkel, of Jefferson City, pleaded guilty Monday to an amended felony count of possession of a controlled substance. She was previously charged with a felony count of distribution of a controlled substance.

Lawmakers, witnesses say Biden’s vaccine plan will harm industry

September 15, 2021 3:57 AM Ben Fein

The Missouri House Judiciary Committee heard testimony Wednesday from witnesses representing prominent industries who lamented the harm they say President Joe Biden’s vaccine plan will cause employers.

Jefferson City man indicted on multiple charges of sex crimes against children

September 14, 2021 9:58 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Jefferson City man was indicted on multiple charges of attempted enticement of a child and sexual misconduct involving a child under 15.

Fired Jefferson City educator argues file sharing didn’t violate federal law

September 14, 2021 4:30 AM Meghan Drakas

Tammy Ferry, a former tenured instructional technology teacher with the Jefferson City School District, was fired from the district in 2019 after transferring thousands of documents onto her personal Google account.

Health experts recommend antibody treatment for COVID-19

September 13, 2021 5:37 PM Leila Mitchell

The treatment works to prevent hospitalization and should be given to patients with mild to moderate symptoms, officials say. The Biden administration says the treatment has been 70% effective in unvaccinated individuals.

5th annual State Fire Marshal 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to raise money

September 11, 2021 1:26 PM Karl Wehmhoener

In remembrance, climbers will wear lanyards with the names and photographs of each of the 343 firefighters who perished at the World Trade Center.

9/11 memorial semi-trailer comes to the Capitol in Jefferson City

September 10, 2021 10:56 PM Joushua Blount

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Thursday, World Memorial Foundation brought a 40-foot semi-trailer to Jefferson City that carries different pieces that honor all the heroes from 9/11 20 years ago. It was an emotional day for many people who stopped by Jefferson City to honor our fallen heroes. Debra Cameron is one of the many people who

Jefferson City’s ‘Patriot Day’ to host events honoring 9/11 victims

September 11, 2021 4:07 AM Ben Fein

efferson City’s two day celebration, ‘Patriot Day’ has events scheduled throughout the weekend honoring those who lost their lives on September 11th.

Military enlistment increases in years following 9/11 attacks

September 10, 2021 10:50 AM Deborah Kendrick

Twenty years ago 2,996 people lost their lives in the terrorist attacks that would eventually launch America into its longest war.

Jefferson City man admits guilt in shooting cases

September 10, 2021 1:09 PM Zachary Farwell

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Jefferson City man pleaded guilty earlier this week to charges in five cases, including admitting to a role in two shootings. According to the Cole County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Jaquan Whirley pleaded guilty on Wednesday to felony counts of receiving stolen property, resisting arrest, first-degree assault, second-degree accessory to robbery,

Patriot Day to kick off Friday to honor those who lost their lives 20 years ago

September 10, 2021 7:18 AM Zola Crowder

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) As the 20 year anniversary of 9/11 approaches, many people are preparing to honor those that lost their lives on that tragic day. Here in Mid-Missouri the two-day Patriot Day event starts Friday with events lasting through Saturday. The motorcade, which consisted of patriot motorcycle riders and first responders escorting the

History teacher has kept the memory of 911 alive for 16 years

September 9, 2021 9:30 PM Leila Mitchell

Each year, for the past 16 years, Helias Catholic High School history teacher Coach Victor Bell has taught students the events that took place on 9/11, emphasizing how it shaped the United States.

9/11 memorial trailer arrives at the Capitol ahead of Patriot Day

September 8, 2021 4:26 PM Zach Boetto

The memorial will next head to Jefferson City ahead of a Patriot Day event this weekend. It’s being towed by a semi-truck in a 40-foot-long trailer. The sides of the trailer say “Never Forget” and include the names of people who lost their lives during the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks, when planes crashed into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in a Pennsylvania field after passengers fought back against hijackers.

Jefferson City man dies after motorcycle crash

September 7, 2021 9:31 AM Matthew Sanders

The Jefferson City Police Department said officers were working at the scene of a major crash on Missouri Boulevard at Ohio Street. Spokesman Lt. David Williams said the crash involved a vehicle and a motorcycle and at least one person was injured.