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Columbia police, MU and The District working together to share safety operations for downtown area

November 12, 2021 4:23 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department is working with MU and The Community Improvement District to address violence in the downtown area. “Downtown is a vibrant, energetic gathering place, and it is imperative that our residents feel safe in the area,” Police Chief Geoff Jones said in a release. “Our officers will be taking

Prosecutor hopes Ji death raises awareness for domestic violence resources

November 12, 2021 5:50 PM Lucas Geisler

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone County prosecutor Dan Knight said he felt acquainted with Mengqi Ji after spending two years trying to get her justice. Knight said he watched several videos of Ji in the time he spent prosecuting her husband, Joseph Elledge, for killing her. Knight said it was clear Ji was a loving mother

How to prepare your home for winter weather

November 12, 2021 8:20 PM Hannah Falcon

Winter weather is blowing into Mid-Missouri, which means it’s time to make sure the house is prepared to keep the cold out.

Court documents reveal new details about two Columbia shootings

November 12, 2021 1:39 PM Zachary Farwell

The Boone County Prosecutor’s Office has charged two men after a shooting in Columbia late last month.

Joseph Elledge pleads not guilty to three felony charges.

What is next for Joseph Elledge

November 12, 2021 1:29 PM Erika McGuire

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A jury found Joseph Elledge guilty for second-degree murder in the death of his wife Mengqi Ji. The jury recommended a 28-year prison sentence for Elledge. A judge cannot sentence an offender anything more than what the jury recommends. Richard Simons of Kc Defense Counsel says, “generally a judge sides with the

The City of Columbia will look at an agreement for a COVID-19 vaccine education campaign during its meeting Monday night.

City of Columbia announces formation of ward reapportionment committee

November 12, 2021 9:35 AM Karl Wehmhoener

The city of Columbia has announced the formation of the ward reapportionment committee to help move City Council ward boundaries based on new census data.

Extradition hearing scheduled on Tuesday for Columbia murder suspect caught in Iowa

November 12, 2021 5:54 PM ABC 17 News Team

The Boone County Sheriff’s Department says an extradition hearing will be held on Tuesday in Iowa for Mark Achterberg.

FRIDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports 34 new coronavirus cases; 18 residents hospitalized

November 12, 2021 9:03 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back here for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic in Missouri.

Tracking clouds and wind that will make for a very chilly end to the week

November 12, 2021 4:25 AM John Ross

FRIDAY: After starting with mostly clear skies at sunrise, clouds will begin to fill in from the north through mid-morning. Winds will also begin to pick up into late morning. Expect highs in the low 40’s with wind chill values in the low 30’s on Friday. Most will stay dry, but spotty sprinkles and flurries

HR director and health department assistant director resign from City of Columbia positions

November 12, 2021 9:22 AM Molly Stawinoga

Two officials with the City of Columbia turned in their resignations over the past week.

Defense and prosecuting attorneys react to Joseph Elledge’s murder conviction

November 12, 2021 5:55 AM Ben Fein

A jury took until the early morning hours Friday to deliver a 28 year sentence recommendation, after Joseph Elledge was convicted of 2nd degree murder on Thursday.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you concerned about food shortages from supply chain issues for the upcoming holiday season?

November 12, 2021 2:00 AM Karl Wehmhoener

Food supplies and prices are under pressure from extreme weather, snarled supply chains, worker shortages and rising costs. Supermarkets in some major economies have struggled to keep their shelves fully stocked at points during the pandemic. So, are you concerned about food shortages from supply chain issues for the upcoming holiday season?

Jury recommends 28-year prison sentence for Joseph Elledge

November 11, 2021 4:20 AM ABC 17 News Team

A jury recommended a 28-year prison sentence for Joseph Elledge after finding him guilty of second-degree murder in the death of his wife, Mengqi Ji.

Possible murder weapon discovered during arrest in Boone County homicide

November 11, 2021 12:15 PM Erika McGuire

COLUMBIA, Mo, (KMIZ) Iowa police believe they may have discovered the murder weapon in a motel room while arresting a Columbia man accused of homicide. A Columbia murder suspect was arrested Wednesday in Creston, Iowa in the shooting death of Justin W. Stidham. According to police, at 5:15 p.m the Iowa State Patrol, Creston Police

Urban agriculture hosts Veterans Day event

November 11, 2021 11:48 AM Kennedy Miller

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture is hosting a free lunch for all vets. The event’s location is at Mark and Carol Stevenson Veteran Urban Farm. Urban Agriculture has hosted this same event before. Its purpose remains in serving Veterans in a variety of ways, including job training, hosting outdoor therapy sessions,

All lanes re-opened after multi-vehicle crash on I-70

November 11, 2021 5:36 PM Erika McGuire

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) At least six vehicles were involved in a pile-up along the eastbound lanes of Interstate 70. Two of the vehicles were tractor-trailers and one was a fuel hauler that was jackknifed. The wreck caused eastbound I-70 to be shut down for over an hour. The crash happened right before the Stadium Blvd.