QUESTION OF THE DAY: Will COVID-19 becoming endemic change your daily life?
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said Thursday that Missouri is entering the endemic phase of its battle against COVID-19.
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Boone County Sheriff’s Department locates multiple shell casings on Millbrook Drive Saturday
The Boone County Sheriff’s Department confirmed multiple shell casings were recovered on Millbrook Drive, after deputies responded to a shots fired call.
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One person hospitalized after Columbia shooting
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) One person is in the hospital after a shooting Saturday evening in Columbia. Police were called to the scene on Eastwood Drive just before 7 p.m. Saturday after a shots fired call. On scene, officers determined that at least two shots were fired resulting in one victim being taken to the hospital
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Mid-Missouri waste management centers help community members with spring cleaning
COLUMBIA, MO (KMIZ) Columbia and Jefferson City is starting off April with some spring waste cleaning and collections. Every first and third Saturday from April until November, community members will get to drop off household hazardous waste items free of charge in Columbia. This Saturday was the first day community members could drop off household hazardous waste
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Columbia Farmers Market to enter its 42nd season
The Columbia Farmers Market is set to kick off its 42nd season Saturday, transitioning to its spring hours from 8 a.m. until noon.
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Mexico man charged with drug trafficking meth
MEXICO, Mo. (KMIZ) An Audrain County prosecutor has charged a Mexico man with trafficking meth after a 10-month investigation. Elliot Kitson is charged with first-degree drug trafficking. In June of 2021, an Audrain County investigator got a tip about Kitson allegedly trafficking meth, according to court documents. During the investigation, Kitson was pulled over and
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High school students’ mental health disproportionally impacted by pandemic
New data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show high school students have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic, and even before the pandemic, their mental health has been steadily declining.
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Miller County man charged with child molestation
A Miller County prosecutor has charged an Eldon man with child molestation after a nearly two-year-long investigation.
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Absentee voters still have time to vote in the upcoming election
As the Boone and Cole County Clerks prepare for the upcoming April 5 election, they will continue to accept absentee ballots.
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FRIDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports nine new coronavirus cases; one person now in the ICU
Check back for updates related to the coronavirus pandemic in Missouri.
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Columbia City Council to discuss roll cart ban on Monday
The Columbia City Council will discuss repealing a ban on roll carts for trash collection.
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Roots N Blues Festival announces 2022 lineup
The Roots N Blues Festival has announced headliners and the lineup for the three-day festival held at Stephens Lake Park.
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Former city councilwoman sues Jefferson City over paver removal
Former Councilwoman Edith Vogel filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against Jefferson City Mayor Carrie Tergin and the city over the removal of pavers with a Confederate message from a riverwalk.
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Missouri officially shifts into endemic phase of COVID-19
Missouri Governor Mike Parson announced Wednesday that the state would officially move into the endemic phase of the COVID-19 pandemic Friday.
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Columbia working with consultant to find new fire chief
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) – The city of Columbia will hire a search firm to help it find its next fire chief. City spokesperson Sydney Olsen said the city is finalizing a contract with Strategic Government Solutions to help find the head of the department. The city plans to spend no more than $24,150. The city
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Helias Catholic High School placed on lockdown after a threat was made within the school
The Helias Catholic High School was placed on lockdown just before 12:30 p.m. on Friday after administrators addressed a threat made within the school building.
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Jefferson City 2022 spring clean up starts Monday
The Jefferson City spring cleanup is being held next Monday and April 11 depending on which side of Highway 54 residents live on.
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Jury finds Fulton man guilty of murder in 2019 shooting during meth deal
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Boone County jury found a Fulton man guilty of a 2019 murder on Thursday, after a three-day trial and a little more than an hour of deliberation. Justin Witt, 50, was convicted of second-degree murder, armed criminal action, unlawful possession of a firearm, attempted possession of a controlled substance and attempted
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should oil companies boost supplies?
President Joe Biden urged oil companies Thursday to loosen up on their supply in a bid to lower market prices that have pushed record-high prices at the gas pump.
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Proposed Missouri bill would keep inmate mothers with babies for up to 18 months
Several Missouri lawmakers are working to pass a bill that would allow women in prison to stay with their newborn babies for up to 18 months.
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