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MONDAY UPDATES: DHSS adds 81 coronavirus related deaths after analyzing death certificates

November 29, 2021 8:12 AM ABC 17 News Team

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

Experts say beware of scams on Cyber Monday

November 29, 2021 11:58 AM Erika McGuire

COLUMBIA, Mo., (KMIZ) Cyber Monday is known for its deals but it also creates opportunities for scammers. The National Retail Federation says that Americans will spend between $10 and $11 billion dollars this Cyber Monday. The Better Business Bureau says shoppers should be cautious to avoid potential misleading websites, advertisements and untrustworthy sellers. If a

Governor’s Mansion Christmas tree arrives; lighting ceremony scheduled for Friday

November 29, 2021 7:06 PM ABC 17 News Team

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Governor’s Mansion just received it’s main Christmas tree for the year Monday morning. The 30 foot-tall Norway Spruce was donated by a couple in Columbia who said the tree had grown too big for their front yard. This Christmas tree will be displayed on the mansion’s lawn while a 20

Staffing issues result in the Jefferson City Animal Shelter not accepting walk-ins

November 29, 2021 5:29 PM Chanel Porter

Monday through Friday this week there will be limited access to the Jefferson City Animal Shelter due to staffing issues.

Minor damage reported to underpass after Mexico wreck Friday afternoon

November 29, 2021 3:22 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Officials report the underpass had minimal damage as a result of being struck.

The US Department of Health and Human Services building is shown in Washington

Vaccine mandate for some health care workers blocked in 10 states

November 29, 2021 12:39 PM CNN Newsource

By Tierney Sneed A federal judge in Missouri issued an order Monday partially blocking the Biden administration from implementing a vaccine mandate for certain health care workers. The judge’s order, which covers the 10 states that brought the case, played down the effectiveness of the vaccines and said that the “public would suffer little, if

WATCH: Attorney general holds news conference on temporary halt to health care worker vaccine mandate

November 29, 2021 12:27 PM ABC 17 News Team

Missouri Attorney General Eric Schnitt is set to hold a 12:30 p.m. news conference after a federal judge temporarily halted a coronavirus vaccine mandate for health care workers.

Nine killed in Thanksgiving holiday crashes

November 29, 2021 11:36 AM Matthew Sanders

The deaths happened during the patrol’s holiday counting period, which started at 6 p.m. Wednesday and ended at 11:59 p.m. Sunday. The patrol worked 457 crashes with 114 injuries. Troopers reported 125 cases of driving while intoxicated and 72 drug arrests, according to a patrol news release.

Federal officials bracing for first detection of Omicron coronavirus variant in the US

November 29, 2021 10:36 AM CNN Newsource

Biden’s speech will be more of a reassurance not to panic as scientists evaluate the threat than a specific update on the variant itself. He’s expected to push Americans to get vaccinated against Covid-19 and promote booster shots for those who are already full vaccinated.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you doing your Christmas shopping in-store or online more?

November 29, 2021 2:28 AM ABC 17 News Team

The Columbia Chamber of Commerce, says a lot more people are out shopping for Black Friday when comparing last year. However, many people are starting to rely on online shopping. According to Adobe Analytics, it expects U.S. holiday sales online to hit $207 billion from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31st. This data highlights a 10%

Highway Patrol reminds drivers to stay safe during holiday travel

November 28, 2021 3:48 AM Leila Mitchell

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to be safe as they hit the roads for a busy day of holiday travel, on what is the last day of the patrol’s 2021 Thanksgiving Holiday Counting Period.

Missouri State Highway Patrol Vehicle parked with its lights on.

Five vehicles believed to be involved in Montgomery County crash

November 28, 2021 6:03 PM Chanel Porter

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Kyle Green confirmed that five vehicles are believed to be involved in a crash in Montgomery County Sunday evening. MSHP Troop F tweeted out at 5:45 p.m. that state troopers were investigating the multiple vehicle crash on westbound I-70 at the 182 mile marker in Montgomery County.

Jefferson City house fire under investigation

November 28, 2021 7:31 AM Ben Fein

The Missouri State Fire Marshall’s Office is investigating after a house fire in Jefferson City Saturday night.

Police respond to scene on Granada Blvd. early Sunday morning

November 28, 2021 7:13 AM Ben Fein

Columbia Police were called to the 200 block of Granada Blvd. early Saturday morning, around 4 a.m.

Downtown Columbia was packed with people supporting Small Business Saturday

November 27, 2021 8:28 PM Kennedy Miller

COLUMBIA Mo. (KMIZ) The streets in Downtown Columbia were packed all throughout the day Saturday with people supporting Small Business Saturday. This is an annual holiday that encourages the community to shop at local businesses. Regan Downing a manager at Nourished Cafe says when people walk through the doors of a local restaurant they truly

Silver Advisory cancelled for Springfield woman

November 27, 2021 4:53 PM Chanel Porter

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KMIZ) UPDATE: Barbara J. Crismas was located at about 7:56 p.m. Saturday. After seeing the Silver Alert, a citizen called the Springfield Police Department and was able to successfully assist officers with locating Crismas in Springfield. The Springfield Police Department issued an Endangered Silver Advisory for a Springfield woman after she left her

Jefferson City animal shelter announces temporary closure

November 27, 2021 7:08 PM Chanel Porter

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Due to staffing shortages and COVID-19, the Jefferson City Animal Shelter announced a temporary closure. The shelter will be closed to the public Monday through Friday. The shelter says this is to allow the limited staff to focus on their core public safety duties and the care for the animal population

SATURDAY UPDATES: Over 1,200 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19

November 27, 2021 1:58 PM Chanel Porter

The state now has a seven day positivity rate of 9.5% on Saturday. The total of confirmed cases since the start of the pandemic is now at 733,443. There have also been 164,800 probable antigen test results being positive. DHSS has recorded a total of 12,520 COVID-19 related deaths. The state dashboard says new cases

Columbia businesses to participate in Small Business Saturday

November 27, 2021 4:55 AM Ben Fein

Many businesses across Columbia are set to participate in Small Business Saturday, as shoppers across the country support smaller businesses during the biggest shopping weekend of the year.

Record number of Afghan refugees settle in Columbia

November 26, 2021 5:33 PM Zach Boetto

A record number of Afghan refugees have found a place to call home in Columbia over the last two months.