Holts Summit Fire Protection District files for $8M bond renewal
Holts Summit voters may have the option to approve an $8 millon bond for the Holts Summit Fire Protection District during the April 2026 election.
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McKinney Building feasibility study puts $5.3M estimate before council
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KIMZ) The city of Columbia could be looking at an additional $5.27 million price tag to make the McKinney Building usable for an event space. Members of the McKinney Building Task Force on Friday received an update on a feasibility study outlining potential renovation plans for the historic downtown structure, as officials continue
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Horses that got pulled out of mud near Harrisburg still being treated
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The horses who got rescued from a mud hole on Wednesday near Harrisburg are still at the MU Veterinary Clinic. They are being treated for pneumonia, complications for hypothermia, ulcers–and one of them suffered a foot injury. The horses got stuck in what was formerly an animal lagoon. It was in the
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Mother of Columbia teen robbed and killed in June speaks out after teen suspect pleads not guilty following adult certification
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Police suspect a Columbia teen who was charged as an adult with murder Friday could have fired a gun into the victim’s vehicle, according to a probable cause statement. Rodney Moore Jr., 16, is charged with second-degree felony murder, first-degree robbery and armed criminal action in the death of 18-year-old Zarian Simpson
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Copper Kettle to have follow-up inspection after 9 violations noted by health inspector
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Copper Kettle in Ashland will have a follow-up health inspection after it reportedly had nine violations, seven of which are critical. The inspection report said management was using the same cutting board for raw sausage and for ready-to-eat food. The health inspector also found expired food in the coolers and improper hand-washing practices
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Columbia mayor recommends delaying vote that could ban gaming machines
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia’s mayor is recommending the City Council table a vote that could ban gaming machines. Previous reporting shows the city was looking at banning unregulated machines known as “gray machines” or “no-chance machines.” The machines have been described as being “skill-based,” which has brought up questions of legality. The Columbia ban would
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Columbia man charged in I-70 crash that involved law enforcement
Editor’s note: The vehicles involved in the crash have been corrected. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A 35-year-old Columbia man was charged with a felony after authorities claim he was in a vehicle that cause a crash on Friday morning on Interstate 70 that involved two law enforcement officers. Deangelo Jones was charged on Friday afternoon with
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Man charged after asking police to give back devices that contained child porn
Editor’s note: A reference to a second case has been removed from this piece. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man was charged with several felonies after authorities claim he asked police to return electronic devices that contained child pornography. Marcus Bremer, 45, is charged with five counts of child porn possession. He is being held
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Culver’s files permit to build new location on south side of Columbia
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A popular chain restaurant is looking to build another location in Columbia. Culver’s filed for a permit with the city on Feb. 17 to build a location on Pebbles Parkway, a new street being added for the Grindstone Commercial Plat being built on Grindstone Parkway and State Farm Parkway. The building is
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Man shot by Jefferson City police allegedly fired at cops first, court docs say
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A 40-year-old man who was shot by Jefferson City police officers on Thursday has been charged with five felonies. Joey Hampton, of Jefferson City, was charged on Friday with two counts of first-degree assault, shooting at a vehicle, armed criminal action and illegal gun possession. He was not listed on the Cole
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LU sprinter pleads not guilty to murder charge in boyfriend’s death
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Lincoln University sprinter accused of killing her boyfriend earlier this pleaded not guilty in court on Friday. Denita Jackson, 27, is charged in Cole County with second-degree murder and armed criminal action. She pleaded not guilty during her arraignment on Friday. She is being held at the Cole County Jail without
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City of Moberly issues burn ban amid weather service fire warning
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Moberly advised residents not to burn anything on Friday, as the area is experiencing conditions that increase the risk of outdoor fires spreading out of control. The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for most of Mid-Missouri on Friday, as the combination of dry vegetation and air,
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should Iran be able to keep a nuclear program for energy purposes?
Indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program ended Thursday without a deal. Iran has been firm that any deal must include its ability to keep a nuclear program for energy purposes. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump has sent signals that he’s ready to go to war, with a large military
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Jefferson City police shoot 40-year-old man
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Police shot a man in Jefferson City on Thursday afternoon. Details about the person’s condition were not available, but Missouri State Highway Patrol Sgt. Kyle Green confirmed an officer-involved shooting had occurred in the 800 block of Broadway Street. MSHP Sgt. Bradley Germann told ABC 17 News that the Division of
Continue Reading Large animal rescue training pays off in Boone County horse rescue
BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Two horses rescued from a muddy lagoon near Harrisburg on Wednesday night are recovering after being treated by veterinarians. A friend of the horses’ owners said the animals were at the vet until about 3 a.m. to ensure they made it through the night. They are being treated with antibiotics to
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Rick Brattin announces bid for Missouri’s 5th District
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri State Sen. Rick Brattin (R-Cass County) in a Thursday press release announced his intent to run for the newly drawn 5th District for the U.S. House. Brattin was first elected to the Missouri Senate in 2020. Brattin refers to himself as a conservative and looks to support President Donald Trump. “I
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2025 was Columbia Regional Airport’s biggest year with 17% increase in passengers
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Regional Airport in 2025 had its biggest year in the airport’s history for passengers traveled, according to a Thursday press release from the airport. The release says the airport had 242,167 passengers in 2025, a 17%inrease from the year prior. Since 2024, the airport has announced more flights to Chicago and
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Boone County Commissioners approve contract amendment for special prosecutor to work on murder cases
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Boone County Commission unanimously approved a contract extension for the county’s special assistant prosecutor assistance on four murder cases. The contract would require Sue Boresi’s assistance in the prosecution of Anthony Marine, who is accused of murder in May 2025; James Caldwell, who is accused of killing one person and injuring
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Boone County Joint Communication says response positive to dispatcher satisfaction survey
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone County Joint Communications Director Christie Davis said Thursday that feedback has been positive in the first 90 days of community surveys on satisfaction with dispatchers. The rate of positive responses is 93%, Davis said. The survey was rolled out on Nov. 19 and sends two questions to a 911 or 311
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Callaway County Library to close for 90 days for repairs
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Callaway County Public Library in Fulton will close for about 90 days beginning on March 30 as repairs are made to the building, Daniel Boone Regional Library announced in a Thursday press release. Contractors will be replacing the building’s HVAC system. A temporary location will open at 1855 North Bluff St.
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