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Callaway County man killed in riding lawn mower crash

July 11, 2024 9:03 AM Madison Stuerman

One man was killed on Wednesday night after a crash in Portland involving a riding lawn mower.

Private investigator finishes Riley Strain report

July 10, 2024 10:02 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A private investigator has wrapped up his investigation on Riley Strain. Strain, 22, went missing in Nashville, Tennessee, on a University of Missouri fraternity trip on March 8. He was kicked out of Luke’s Bridge 32 bar on Broadway and 3rd Avenue just before 10 p.m. that night. Video surveillance showed him walking

New Missouri law could impact Columbia’s Citizens Police Review Board

July 10, 2024 7:51 PM Mitchell Kaminski

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia’s legal staff believes that a new bill signed by Governor Mike Parson could have a major impact on the Citizens Police Review Board. Senate Bill 754 was signed into law by Parson on Tuesday and includes provisions related to public safety. The bill will take effect on Aug. 28. Section 590.653

Man arrested, allegedly threatened to kill patrons at Clark Lane restaurant

July 10, 2024 7:33 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly threatened to kill everyone inside of a restaurant in the 3200 block of Clark Lane, according to court documents. Daverius Jones, 22, of Independence, was charged on Wednesday with unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and three counts of misdemeanor endangering the

Applications for REDI’s 2024 Minority Business Enterprise grant now open

July 10, 2024 11:07 AM Marie Moyer

Applications are open this week for phase one of Regional Economic Development Inc.’s Minority Business Enterprise grant program.

Wreaths laid at Boone County Fire headquarters in honor of Matt Tobben

July 10, 2024 11:28 AM Morgan Buresh

The United States Exercise Tiger Foundation will be placing two wreaths at the Boone County Fire Protection District headquarters on Wednesday in honor of Assistant Chief Matt Tobben.

Police: Man arrested after stabbing woman on West Broadway in Columbia

July 10, 2024 6:19 PM Katie Greathouse

A man was arrested after he allegedly stabbed a woman on Wednesday morning in Columbia, according to a press release from the Columbia Police Department.

Man arrested, charged after one person shot on Lincoln Drive early Wednesday morning

July 10, 2024 4:14 AM Reagan Phillips, Erika McGuire, Ryan Shiner

Columbia police confirmed one person has been arrested after a shooting in central Columbia early Wednesday morning.

Part of Business Loop 70 closed for railroad track removal

July 10, 2024 11:15 AM Allison Weaver

A portion of Business Loop 70 will be closed from Wednesday, July 10 at 6 a.m. to Thursday, July 11 at 5 p.m.

Eldon man sentenced two consecutive life sentences for child sex crimes

July 10, 2024 5:16 PM Ryan Shiner

MILLER COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) An Eldon man was sentenced on Wednesday to two consecutive life sentences for child sex crimes. Joshua Shackley, 45, was found guilty earlier this year of two counts of statutory sodomy and one count of second-degree child molestation. He is currently being held at the Miller County Jail. The jury took

Residents call for action as safety concerns grow for Gillespie Bridge Road

July 10, 2024 4:54 PM Olivia Hayes

BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Some residents who live near Gillespie Bridge Road are expressing concerns for their safety and are calling on Boone County for more preventative measures to be put into place during severe weather. Last week, Iveta Thayer and her husband were swept away by floodwaters covering Gillepsie Bridge road in their car.

Moberly man found guilty of federal gun charge

July 10, 2024 4:32 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Moberly man who was in a nearly day-long standoff with law enforcement in Moberly in 2022 was convicted Wednesday of a federal gun charge, according to a press release from the Department of Justice. Stephen Thorp, 62, was found guilty by a jury for being a felon in possession of a

Wisconsin man killed in Moniteau County crash

July 10, 2024 4:11 PM Ryan Shiner

MONITEAU COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Wisconsin man died in a crash that occurred Tuesday evening in Moniteau County at the intersection of Highway 50 and Route E, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. According to the report, the crash occurred as a 2011 Dodge Caravan was heading north and a 2014 Ford

Man charged with several child sex crimes in Morgan County

July 10, 2024 3:59 PM Ryan Shiner

MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Gravois Mills man was charged with several child sex crimes on Wednesday. Alex Alter was charged with two counts of second-degree statutory sodomy and one count of first-degree sexual misconduct, a misdemeanor. A warrant was issued for his arrest on Wednesday and no bond was set. He was not listed

Funeral announced for assistant fire chief who drowned while saving two people

July 10, 2024 2:43 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Funeral services have been announced for Boone County Fire Protection District Assistant Chief Matthew Tobben. The Boone County Fire Protection District wrote on its social media Wednesday that a visitation will be held 3-8 p.m. Friday at Oltmann Funeral Home. The funeral will be 11 a.m. Saturday at East Central College in

New inclusive park to be built in Holts Summit

July 10, 2024 9:43 AM Madison Stuerman

The City of Holts Summit and Callaway County Special Services announced on Wednesday a new partnership to build an inclusive park.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do you plan on watching the Olympics?

July 10, 2024 4:15 AM ABC 17 News Team

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The 2024 Olympics begin in a couple of weeks and there will be some Mid-Missouri representatives in Paris. Former University of Missouri distance runner Karissa Schweizer will be on the Olympic roster in the 5,000-meter and 10,000-meter runs. Former MU wrestler J’den Cox was recently announced as a coach for USA wrestling.

Darryl Maylee, Victor Pitman say backgrounds qualify them for Callaway County sheriff

July 9, 2024 10:56 PM Nia Hinson

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) In August, residents of Callaway County will elect a new sheriff, in what is likely the biggest race of the county. The Republican primary race between current interim sheriff Darryl Maylee and Victor Pitman occurs on August 6. Former Sheriff Clay Chism is unable to serve after losing his peace officer’s license

Callaway County sheriff candidate interview: Victor Pitman

July 10, 2024 12:41 AM Nia Hinson

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Nia Hinson: Okay, so to start, I’m just gonna have you give me a little bit of background and just tell me a little bit more about yourself. Victor Pitman: Okay, well, my name is Victor Pittman, p-i-t-m-a-n. I’ve been a law enforcement officer for over 40 years. Most of that has

Callaway County sheriff candidate interview: Darryl Maylee

July 9, 2024 11:31 PM Nia Hinson

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Nia Hinson: So to start, I’m just going to have you to give me a little bit of your background and just tell me a little bit more about yourself and your background in law enforcement training. Darryl Maylee: Okay my name is Darrell Maylee I’m acting interim Sheriff here at Callaway