Jefferson City Archives

Cole County shortens quarantine guidelines to match federal standards

December 7, 2020 5:11 PM Connor Hirsch

The meeting is set to start at 6 p.m. and will be held virtually over Webex, and streamed live on the city’s Facebook page.

Jefferson City police make multiple arrests in separate chases

December 7, 2020 11:44 AM Matt Ragsdale

The Jefferson City Police Department said multiple people were arrested in two separate chases over the weekend.

Road to Recovery event to showcase homes built for tornado victims

December 5, 2020 3:40 AM Ben Fein

River City Habitat for Humanity is hosting an open house for four new homes Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Police departments across mid-Missouri ask residents to lock their cars

December 4, 2020 10:24 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Due to a recent uptick in car thefts, three local police departments are encouraging residents to lock up their cars and protect their personal possessions. Since the beginning of 2020, the Columbia Police Department has reported more than 500 incidents of theft from motor vehicles that have occurred through November. In addition,

Record Boone County coronavirus number could be start of holiday bump

December 4, 2020 1:42 PM Zola Crowder

A Boone County health official said Friday that the record increase in coronavirus cases the day before could be related to Thanksgiving gatherings.

Cole County health officials call for residents to follow pandemic guidelines

December 3, 2020 10:52 AM Matt Ragsdale

Cole County health officials made a plea with county residents to follow COVID-19 health guidelines as the pandemic continues.

State of Missouri to partner with Vizient to expand statewide hospital capacity this winter

December 2, 2020 5:28 PM ABC 17 News Team

The state of Missouri is teaming up with a health care services company to help combat the staffing challenges caused by the coronavirus.

Health officials expect increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations during holidays

December 2, 2020 2:09 PM Zola Crowder

Health care providers in Columbia and Jefferson City are preparing for a possible increase in COVID-19 patients because of the holidays.

Driver reports chest pain after wrong-way crash in Jefferson City

December 2, 2020 4:13 PM ABC 17 News Team

A driver in a crash that blocked lanes of Highway 50 on Wednesday was taken to a hospital after complaining of chest pain.

Missouri state health director speaks on vaccine plan

December 1, 2020 10:37 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Missouri hopes to give its first doses of a coronavirus vaccine in a couple of weeks. The plan is to get the vaccine to front line health care workers first at more than a dozen sites across the state. State Health Director Dr. Randall Williams spoke about the plan, and how many people they hope

Madison Street reopens after Christmas tree delivered

November 30, 2020 8:37 AM Matt Ragsdale

A release from Gov. Mike Parson’s office said a Christmas tree was delivered at the Governor’s Mansion around 7 a.m.

Lewis and Clark Middle School in Jefferson City returns to in-person classes after Thanksgiving break.

Jefferson City middle and high schools set to return in-person Monday

November 29, 2020 6:51 PM Connor Hirsch

After a week of online learning and another week for Thanksgiving break, Jefferson City Schools’ middle and high school students will return to the classroom Monday.

Small business Saturday to help businesses during COVID-19 pandemic

November 28, 2020 3:36 PM Zola Crowder

The District Downtown Columbia said supporting small businesses on Shop Small Businesses Saturday is even more important this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Curbside Thanksgiving meals at Salvation Army in Jefferson City

Mid-Missouri Salvation Army facing increased holiday need during COVID-19 pandemic

November 26, 2020 12:27 PM Connor Hirsch

The pandemic has forced many to lose their jobs. In Cole County, 5,669 people have filed for unemployment because of the virus.

Jefferson City bars prepare for large crowds the night before Thanksgiving

November 25, 2020 6:26 PM Connor Hirsch

The night before thanksgiving in Jefferson City is usually a big night for downtown bars, but this year may feel different amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

TUESDAY UPDATES: Missouri launches new COVID-19 vaccine website for residents

November 24, 2020 9:03 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.

A mother and daughter walk through downtown Columbia while it snows.

Assistance agencies struggling to keep up with needs of less fortunate

November 23, 2020 5:16 PM Zach Boetto

According to representatives from both agencies, the demand for help in the first half of the year has put them in a tough position in these winter months.

SUNDAY UPDATES: Missouri reports more than 4,000 new COVID-19 cases

November 22, 2020 2:41 PM Sydney Olsen

The Department of Health and Senior Services reported 4,215 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday.

Officials recommend online shopping for Black Friday

November 21, 2020 6:05 PM Zola Crowder

The Columbia/Boone County Health Department is recommending people shop local and shop online this year if possible due to the pandemic.

Saturday updates: State COVID-19 numbers continue to rise

November 21, 2020 11:11 AM Zach Boetto

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The state health department reported 4,876 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, according to it’s dashboard. This puts Missouri at 267,312 cases since the beginning of the pandemic. Saturday’s increase is up from the 4,614 new cases reported Friday. The state also added 18 new deaths bringing the total to 3,555. Total tests reported