House Democrats claim Missouri budget amendments promote racism
The Missouri House’s budget debate Thursday morning focused largely on Republican efforts to limit diversity, equity and inclusion…
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Rally planned for organization advocating better healthcare for mothers and babies in Missouri
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) On Thursday, March of Dimes, an organization advocating for mothers and babies across America is set to host “March For…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should Missouri ban distracted driving?
Law enforcement officials say it’s one of the biggest causes of crashes — distracted driving, including texting while…
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Columbia mother advocates for hands-free driving laws after husband’s death
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Adrienne Siddens lost her whole world on May 5, 2019, when a distracted driver ran over her husband while he was picking…
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Highway patrol troop: Traffic deaths down 25% this year
Traffic deaths on Missouri roads are down so far this year, officials…
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Library books become part of Missouri budget debate
Libraries, their funding and local control figured heavily into a state House debate Tuesday morning, acting as a preview for what was to come later…
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BBQ benefit to be held for family of fallen Det. Sgt. Mason Griffith
ROSEBUD, Mo. (KMIZ) A BBQ benefit will be held by the Alumni of the Missouri Sheriff’s Academy Class No. 146 to raise money for the family for fallen…
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Missouri Senator Hawley defends Trump in midst of investigation
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Missouri) came to Former President Donald Trump’s defense when asked about the Manhattan District…
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Travel safety tips to consider as you head out for spring break
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As you may consider traveling away from Mid-Missouri to enjoy some time away from home or classes, there are some travel…
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Absentee voting open for April 4 election, weekend times available
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone County residents will have the chance to cast their absentee votes this weekend for the April 4. election. With 122,000…
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Show-Me State Games to host two tournaments over the weekend
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Sho- Me State Games tournaments are scheduled to place over the weekend as local teams fight for the win. For “Hoopin’ it Up…
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Money distributed in state for Community Revitalization Grant Program
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The state is doling out millions of dollars to help dozens of projects across Missouri. More than $94 million from the Community…
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Mid-Missouri schools seek state dollars to boost teacher pay; hundreds of thousands spent locally
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The state spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to bring starting pay up for teachers in Mid-Missouri this year. In the…
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Sports betting passes Missouri House
A bill legalizing sports betting for Missourians over 21 passed the House of Representatives on Wednesday…
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Missouri nurses say easing restrictions could solve rural health care staffing issues
Some Missouri nurses are advocating for lawmakers to remove restrictions on their practice so they can stay in rural communities without needing a…
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‘Neither side got exactly what they wanted’: Missouri Senate approves ban on minor transgender treatments after overnight filibuster
After more than 13 hours of filibustering, Missouri senators gave initial approval to a pair of bills dealing with transgender issues and…
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Missouri AG calls gender transition healthcare ‘experimental,’ implementing new regulations
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey said in a news release and on his social media accounts Monday that his office is creating emergency…
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Funeral for Hermann officer killed in line of duty held Sunday
OWENSVILLE, Mo. (KMIZ) Community members gathered at Ownensville High School Sunday for a funeral held for Sgt. Mason Griffith, who is one of two…
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Monday hearing for man accused of killing Hermann officer canceled
HERMANN, Mo. (KMIZ) The hearing for the man accused of killing a Hermann officer and critically injuring another officer originally scheduled for…
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Mizzou fans gather for March Madness second bracket match up
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Despite the disappointing end, Mizzou fans gathered to watch the NCAA tournament game together. Gold and black were a…
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