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Some Columbia residents receive roll carts during first day of distribution Monday

January 29, 2024 7:45 AM Marina Diaz, Nia Hinson

The city-wide distribution of the long-awaited roll carts is set to begin on Monday for Columbia Residents.

Ameren warns of online scam targeting Missouri customers

January 29, 2024 11:36 AM Morgan Buresh

Ameren wants customers in Missouri and Illinois to be aware of fake website listings that mimic the utility’s site.

Parson proposes $1.3 million for Missouri Task Force 1 after veto last year

January 29, 2024 11:28 AM Hannah Falcon

After funding for Missouri Task Force 1 was vetoed last year, Gov. Mike Parson proposed $1.3 million for the specialized disaster response team in his budget plan.

Boonville sex offender arrested after online sting

January 29, 2024 3:55 PM Matthew Sanders

A Boonville sex offender was arrested Monday after investigators say he exchanged graphic, sexual messages with a detective posing at two different teenagers.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do you think the Chiefs can beat the 49ers?

January 29, 2024 12:05 AM ABC 17 News Team

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Kansas City Chiefs are once again heading to the Super Bowl. After beating the Baltimore Ravens 17-10 on Sunday, the Chiefs are heading to Las Vegas to take on the San Francisco 49ers in a rematch of Super Bowl LIV, where the Chiefs beat the Niners 31-20 for their first championship

‘It’s fantastic!’: Fans excited to see Kansas City Chiefs return to the Super Bowl

January 28, 2024 7:55 PM Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Fans are excited to see the Kansas City Chiefs going back to the Super Bowl. Academy Sports and Outdoors stores across Missouri and Kansas immediately began selling the official Kansas City Chiefs AFC Championship shirts, hats, fleece, and more. ABC 17 News caught up with a few excited Chiefs fans at the

Local wedding industry slowly bounces back after pandemic

January 28, 2024 6:51 PM Euphenie Andre

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The wedding industry is gradually rebounding after facing significant losses during the pandemic. According to local wedding vendors, the average cost of a wedding in Missouri ranges from $28,000 to $30,000. Although there is a slow resurgence in the industry, wedding officials note that there is still room for growth. Many people

Blood donations at a record low in 20 years, American Red Cross still asking for donations

January 28, 2024 7:08 AM Gabrielle Teiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As harsh winter weather hit the country, the American Red Cross is also taking a hit, as they have received the least blood and platelet donations in 20 years. They are asking for life-saving donations during this shortage. Since the beginning of January, about 370 Red Cross blood drives across 27 states

Gov. Parson proposed $1.4 million for upgrades to crime lab

January 27, 2024 7:27 PM Euphenie Andre

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Governor Mike Parson suggests a $1.4 million investment to enhance the Missouri State Highway Patrol Crime Lab. According to the Boone County prosecutor, DNA testing results can take anywhere from 10.5 months to 20 months. The Department of Public Safety aims to enhance efficiency by acquiring four microscopes and hiring three new employees,

Multiple nurses attacked at MU Health since December

January 27, 2024 7:23 PM Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) There have been multiple incidences where nurses at University Hospital and University Hospital Psychiatric Center were attacked. Since December 2023, there were 3 reported attacks on nurses at the MU Psychiatric Center, according to online court records. According to the American Nurses Association, one in every four nurses in the United States

Concerns rise over speeding vehicles, road safety on Bethel Street in Columbia

January 26, 2024 7:44 PM Mitchell Kaminski

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Residents turning onto Bethel Street in south Columbia may notice several yellow yard signs scattered across front yards that read “PLEASE SLOW DOWN.” Nearby residents told ABC 17 News that vehicles speeding down Bethel Street have been a constant problem over the past several years. On Thursday, Columbia firefighters responded to the

Mistrial declared for man accused in Columbia hammer attack, hearing set for next month

January 26, 2024 8:02 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A mistrial was declared in the case of a man accused of using a hammer to attack a man near Stephens Lake Park in 2022 after the jury was deadlocked. Daniel Dwyer, 53, of Columbia, was charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action. A status hearing is now set for 9

Two people injured during fire at MU Medical Sciences Building, around $2 million in damage estimated

January 26, 2024 1:28 PM Madison Stuerman, Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people suffered minor injuries on Friday and more than $2 million worth of damage estimated to have been reported from a fire University of Missouri Medical School. The two people who were injured were not named, but they were treated and released, according to an email from MU Health Care spokesman

Pulaski County teacher charged with statutory rape in Pulaski County jail

January 26, 2024 7:03 PM Ryan Shiner

PULASKI COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A teacher from Pulaski County who was charged with statutory rape and other felonies is now listed on the Pulaski County Jail roster. Hailey Clifton-Carmack, 26, was booked into the Pulaski County jail on Jan. 21, according to online jail records. She was arrested in Texas earlier this month. Clifton-Carmack, formerly a

Columbia man charged with stalking after following victim, blocking car at busy intersection

January 26, 2024 6:23 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man was charged with stalking and a number of misdemeanors following an alleged road rage incident that led to police blocking lanes on Thursday night on South Providence Road. Jason Rowe, 41, was charged with first-degree stalking, driving while intoxicated, resisting arrest, reckless driving and four-degree domestic assault. According to

Boonville man accused of breaking 1-month-old baby’s leg

January 26, 2024 6:19 PM Ryan Shiner

BOONVILLE, Mo. (KMIZ) A Boonville man was charged on Wednesday with child abuse after he was accused of breaking his 1-month-old baby’s leg in December. Austin Cooke, 19, was booked into the Cooper County Jail on Wednesday on a $100,000 bond. A court date has not been set. According to the probable cause statement, Boonville

Tax professional warns of scams ahead of tax season

January 26, 2024 4:57 PM Morgan Buresh

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Monday marks the beginning of tax season, and there are a few things people should be aware of before trusting someone to help with a tax return. The Missouri Department of Revenue will begin accepting electronically filed state tax returns on Monday, the same day the IRS starts accepting federal tax returns

Roll cart delivery in Columbia to begin Monday

January 26, 2024 2:28 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia trash customers could begin receiving their roll carts as early as Monday, according to a Friday press release from the city. Back in March 2023 the city decided to switch its refuse pickup to an automated system that involves roll carts. The new collection system will not begin until March 4, the

Two construction projects to start in Cole County on Monday

January 26, 2024 9:39 AM Madison Stuerman

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Two road projects are expected to start on Monday in Cole County. According to a press release from the Cole County Public Works, construction crews will be closing Friendship Road from Dogwood Trail to Ashbury Way. Signs will be placed when the road is closed. The project is expected to take

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Will the Chiefs win the AFC Championship?

January 26, 2024 12:04 AM ABC 17 News Team

The Kansas City Chiefs are in Baltimore this weekend to face the No. 1-seeded Ravens in the AFC Championship Game.