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Columbia apartment complex had history of smoke detector problems

December 21, 2022 5:19 PM Lucas Geisler

The Columbia apartment complex where two children died in a fire last week had a history of problems with smoke detectors.

Jefferson City business owner sentenced for tax evasion, failure to pay more than $500,000 in payroll taxes

December 22, 2022 3:38 PM Ryan Shiner

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City business owner has been sentenced in federal court for tax evasion and for failing to pay more than $500,000 in payroll taxes. Gina Volmert, 58, of Jefferson City, was sentenced on Wednesday to one year and one day in federal prison without parole. The court also ordered Volmert to

Murder suspect arrested, charged with drug distribution while out on bond

December 22, 2022 12:23 PM Matthew Sanders

A Columbia man charged with felony murder in connection with a January overdose death was charged this week with allegedly selling drugs while he was out on bond.

Fire destroys Randolph County apartment building

December 22, 2022 11:09 AM Matthew Sanders

An early morning fire destroyed an apartment building in Randolph County’s county seat early Thursday.

Missing Montgomery County man with dementia found

December 22, 2022 10:26 AM Matthew Sanders

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department asked for help Thursday to find a missing man with dementia.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Can Mizzou beat Illinois to claim Braggin’ Rights?

December 22, 2022 3:52 AM ABC 17 News Team

Mizzou men’s basketball is facing another big test Thursday night in the Braggin’ Rights game against No. 16 Illinois.

Moscow Mills man hurt in hit-and-run in Montgomery County

December 21, 2022 10:41 PM Ryan Shiner

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Mosco Mills man suffered serious injuries after he was hit by a vehicle in a hit-and-run on eastbound Interstate 70 at mile marker 181. John Francisco, 36, was hooking chains from a wrecker to another vehicle and was struck by unknown vehicle that left the scene, according to a Missouri

PSC sets hearing schedule in Grain Belt Express case

December 21, 2022 10:03 PM Ryan Shiner

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Public Service Commission will hold formal evidentiary hearings May 22-26, 2023, in a case filed by Grain Belt Express, LLC. Grain Belt is seeking to amend its certificate of convenience and necessity granted on March 19, 2019, and modifications to the conditions granted in that case. Hearings, scheduled to

Maries County man accused of trafficking fentanyl charged in Cole County

December 21, 2022 9:00 PM Ryan Shiner

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Vichy, Missouri, man was arrested and charged this week in Cole County after he was accused of trafficking fentanyl. Jordan Sherman, 31, was charged with second-degree drug trafficking, unlawful use of a weapon and armed criminal action. On Tuesday, the Cole County Sheriff’s Department and MUSTANG Drug Task Force executed

Boone County Fire Protection District to light up fire stations, honors Bryant Gladney on one-year anniversary of his death

December 21, 2022 8:38 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Boone County Fire Protection District is set to pay tribute to Assistant Chief Bryant Gladney. The fire service has a of those traditions is turning your fire station red to honor a fallen firefighter. On this one-year anniversary of his death, the Boone County Fire Protection District will light three locations

Watch out for signs of frostbite as temperatures continue to drop

December 21, 2022 7:43 PM Chris Bryant

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the temperatures continue to fall this evening for some in Mid-Missouri being exposed to the elements is a part of life. Frostbite and hypothermia are just two of the immediate concerns when it comes to being outside in this cold for a long period of time. The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team is

Last-minute holiday shoppers hit up Columbia Mall before incoming snow

December 21, 2022 8:11 PM Abby Landwehr

As the countdown for an incoming drop in temperatures continues, so do preparations for the nearing cold weather. For some, that included knocking out some last-minute holiday shopping. Rusty Strodtman, general manager of the Columbia Mall, said stores were much busier than a typical Wednesday. Among the shopping crowd was Mizzou junior Elizabeth Ganey, who

Columbia begins pretreating roads, Jefferson City will not ahead of snow

December 21, 2022 7:31 PM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City and Columbia’s public works have crews ready for the winter weather heading to Missouri Thursday. Public Works are responsible for plowing roads within the city. spokespersons from both departments said their crews are ready to clear the streets ahead of the storm despite an ongoing battle with short staffing. “Staffing

MoDOT, Highway Patrol give safety tips ahead of winter storm

December 21, 2022 7:00 PM Ethan Heinz

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Department of Transportation and the Missouri State Highway Patrol held a press conference Wednesday ahead of the projected extreme weather on driver safety during snow. One main highlight during the meeting was being prepared for the chance of being stranded. “Make sure you have plenty of gas in your

Parson signs executive order allowing drivers delivering propane to drive more hours

December 21, 2022 5:06 PM Ryan Shiner

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Gov. Mike Parson on Wednesday signed an executive order temporarily relaxing the hours of service regulations for commercial motor vehicles delivering propane. Current federal and state regulations limit the number of hours commercial truck drivers can operate to 11 consecutive hours. The order temporarily suspends these regulations for motor carriers transporting propane

City of Columbia: Antennas on top of the Guitar Building have been anchored

December 21, 2022 4:26 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Columbia announced on Wednesday that the antennas from a cellphone tower on top of the Guitar Building in Downtown Columbia have been anchored. City inspector Harlan Hazlett wrote in a Dec. 16 inspection that the antennas on the top of the building’s southwest corner at Walnut Street and Eighth

Several Mid-Missouri centers, offices and schools close Thursday for winter weather

December 21, 2022 3:42 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Snow and extreme cold are headed to Mid-Missouri on Thursday. The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team is tracking subzero temperatures for the rest of the week. Several Mid-Missouri entities are announcing closures for Thursday to stay ahead of the storm. All local closings and delays can be found here, ABC 17 will