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Former Gov. Matt Blunt’s official portrait unveiled at Missouri Capitol

July 21, 2023 8:19 PM Gabrielle Teiner

Former Missouri Governor Matt Blunt had his painted portrait unveiled in the Capitol building today.

Local movie theaters prepare for busy weekend as ‘Barbie,’ ‘Oppenheimer’ get wide release

July 21, 2023 7:51 PM Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Local movie theaters in Mid-Missouri say they’re expecting a busy weekend, as two different movies will hit the screens. “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” are releasing this weekend, and area movie theaters like Ragtag Cinema and Regal’s Hollywood Theater told ABC 17 News they’re expecting sold-out showings and packed crowds the entire weekend. “Presales

Show-Me State Games to bring thousands to Columbia this weekend

July 21, 2023 11:31 AM Mitchell Kaminski

The annual Show-Me State Games kick off Friday night at Mizzou Arena with a torch-lighting ceremony.

Some Fulton utility customers to get credit on next bill after ‘clerical error’ found

July 21, 2023 6:32 PM Ryan Shiner

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Fulton announced Friday on its social media that some of its utility customers will see a credit on their next bill after a “clerical error” was noticed. The error involved utility billing rates, the post says. The average amount per residential account was $4.85. Affected residential customers will soon

Columbia man charged with sodomy

July 21, 2023 5:16 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man is charged with two counts of first-degree sodomy after he and three juveniles allegedly sexually assaulting another person. Darien Deray Allen, 18, is being held in the Boone County Jail without bond. Jail records indicate a court appearance is set for 1 p.m. Monday. Columbia police responded to a

City of Columbia makes parking permits at Sixth and Cherry garage available for purchase

July 21, 2023 4:28 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Columbia Public Works announced on its social media Friday that parking permits for the Sixth Street and Cherry Street parking garage will have parking permits available for purchase. Parking permits are available for $80 a month and Downtown employee parking permits are available for $35 a month. Two other

Woman arrested on suspicion of DWI after crashing in Miller County

July 21, 2023 3:39 PM Ryan Shiner

MILLER COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) An Eldon woman was arrested Thursday on suspicion of driving while intoxicated following a two-vehicle crash in Miller County on Highway 52 at Eldon Road. Alisa Flaugher, 62, was arrested but was taken to Capital Region Hospital for treatment, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol arrest report. She suffered minor

Cole County EMS breaks ground on new headquarters

July 21, 2023 5:45 AM Isabella Roberts

Cole County EMS celebrated the groundbreaking of its new headquarters at Adams and McCarty streets near the county jail on Friday.

Carroll County man charged with rape of New Franklin woman

July 21, 2023 2:52 PM Dan Kite

A Carroll County man has been arrested and charged with allegedly raping a New Franklin woman at her home late Tuesday.

Two people hurt after crash on Highway 54 in Jefferson City

July 21, 2023 10:18 AM Madison Stuerman

Two people were hurt after a crash between three cars and a semi-truck Thursday night.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do your neighbors sell short-term rentals?

July 21, 2023 2:34 AM ABC 17 News Team

Plenty of people have turned to renting out their homes or rooms on services such as Vrbo and Airbnb to make some extra cash.

Mizzou hoops set for a busy Saturday in Columbia

July 20, 2023 5:51 PM Nathalie Jones

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Mizzou men’s basketball team has a busy Saturday ahead, as the team will host an open practice for fans, as well as give a proper send off to former Tiger star Kobe Brown. It will be the first time fans will be able to catch a glimpse of head coach Dennis

NTSB releases preliminary crash report for Osage Beach plane crash that killed two

July 20, 2023 7:38 PM Marina Diaz

OSAGE BEACH, Mo. (KMIZ) The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary crash report one week after the plane crash in Osage Beach that killed two people. The crash happened on July 13 near the Grand Glaize Airport. Hayden Michael Ritchhart, 22, of Carrollton, and Evan R. Vandiver, 19, Richmond, died in the crash. Gary

Volunteer at Cole County private school charged with child sex crimes remains jailed without bond

July 20, 2023 11:55 AM Avery Roehler

A volunteer at a Cole County school who was charged with raping a student remained in jail the day after her arrest without bond.

Electricity restored hours after more than 5,000 electric cooperative customers lose power in Camden County

July 20, 2023 5:28 PM Matthew Sanders

More than 5,400 Southwest Electric Co-op members were without power Thursday afternoon in Camden County.

Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission discusses short-term rental regulations

July 20, 2023 5:11 PM Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission met Thursday night for a work session regarding short-term rental regulations within the city. Commission members said its plans are to add regulations to short-term rental properties because of the state of housing in Columbia. Members of the commission said too many properties are being taken

Woman accused of stealing from nursing home residents posts bond, has August court date

July 20, 2023 3:33 PM Ryan Shiner

ELDON, Mo. (KMIZ) An Iberia woman who is accused of stealing from an elder care posted bond this week and has a new court date set. Lee Ann Maylee, 45, is charged with stealing a gun and seven counts of stealing more than $750. She was held in the Miller County Jail and posted a

Health and safety officials monitoring the Boone County Fair ahead of high temperatures

July 20, 2023 5:49 AM Isabella Roberts

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) With temperatures expected to rise up to 95 degrees on Wednesday, those planning on attending activities at the fair should be prepared to face the heat. According to the CDC, to avoid heat exhaustion you should: Wear appropriate clothing: choose lightweight, loose-fitting clothingRemember to wear sunscreen: sunburn affects your body’s ability to cool down and

Pilot dies after small plane crashes into field in western Missouri

July 20, 2023 2:13 PM Associated Press

KEARNEY, Mo. (AP) — Authorities say a pilot died after a small plane crashed into a field in western Missouri. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened just after 9:30 a.m. Thursday. First responders found the plane engulfed in flames in a soybean field near the town of Kearney. The pilot’s name has

Sheriff’s office begins managing Ashland patrol operations while city is without chief

July 20, 2023 2:26 PM Mitchell Kaminski

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office took control Thursday of police operations in Ashland after Chief Gabe Edwards was suspended.