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I-70 westbound lane closed through Thursday at Sorrels Overpass; MoDOT to rehabilitate overpass sooner than expected
The Missouri Department of Transportation announced the closure a little after noon in a tweet. The closure was needed to reduce traffic heading west toward the area of Sorrels Overpass, the agency said. The overpass was damaged when a tractor-trailer hit it Monday and MoDOT plans to have it demolished.
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Federal officials celebrate ‘magic’ of new MU health research facility
Watch a livestream of the grand opening ceremony here.
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Jefferson City driver hurt after crashing into heavy equipment
The Jefferson City Police Department Traffic Unit responded to a vehicle crash in the 2900 block of West Truman Boulevard around 6:52 a.m. on Tuesday, the department said in a news release.
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MoDOT set to demolish Sorrels Overpass but exact timeline is still in the works
BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) MoDOT said it’s set to demolish the Sorrels Overpass as soon as possible after a crash that damaged the bridge on Monday. According to MoDOT crews at the Overpass on Tuesday morning, the department is scheduled to meet this morning to talk about further action on the overpass. MoDOT wasn’t able
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Columbia police determine bomb threat at City Hall is unfounded
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Police have determined a bomb threat in Downtown Columbia Tuesday morning was unfounded. According to the Columbia Police Department, officers responded to the Daniel Boone Building for the reported bomb threat at 7:10 a.m. Police said a bomb detection dog from the University of Missouri Police Department helped officers search the area.
Continue Reading MoDOT’s planned work on Sorrels Overpass moved up after I-70 crash Monday
The Missouri Department of Transportation has been planning to rebuild the Sorrels Overpass in 2022.
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should Trump turn over documents to the Jan. 6 committee?
A special House committee investigating the Jan. 6 riot that shook the U.S. Capitol is asking for official documents from Donald Trump’s time as president.
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Fulton man charged after weekend shooting
A Callaway County prosecutor has charged a Fulton man after he allegedly shot a woman in the leg Friday afternoon.
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Elseberry man charged after attempting to disarm Callaway County deputy
A Callaway County prosecutor has charged an Elseberry man after he attempted to disarm a Callaway County deputy on Sunday morning.
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Jefferson City School District extends Thanksgiving break
The Jefferson City School District announced plans to extend its Thanksgiving break by two extra days.
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Trial of man accused in reptile dealer’s murder begins in Audrain County
Michael Humphrey is charged with first-degree murder in the 2017 death of Ben Renick. The trial is being held in Audrain County on a change of venue.
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MoDOT working with a contractor for the immediate demolition of Sorrels Overpass after truck wrecks into bridge
The Missouri Department of Transportation cautioned drivers about delays from the crash. Traffic was also restricted on the overpass. Traffic cameras showed a long backup on westbound I-70 from the crash.
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Sedalia police investigating reports of counterfeit $100 bills
SEDALIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Sedalia police department is warning businesses of a counterfeit money scheme. According to police, 19 businesses have reported suspects using fake $100 bills over the past week. Only a few businesses were able to identify the bills as counterfeit because they are passing the marker test but the electronic devices are
Continue Reading MONDAY UPDATES: Missouri DHSS adds 74 coronavirus related deaths after analyzing death certificates
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Bond hearing set for suspect in Moniteau County homicide
A bond hearing has been set for Friday afternoon for the man accused in a California, Missouri homicide.
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FRIDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports 41 new coronavirus cases; active cases jump to 373
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City of Columbia discussed allowing non-city logo bags for curbside yard waste; no decision made
The City of Columbia is set to meet Monday at 7 p.m. to propose a change to the City Code that requires all curbside yard waste to be placed in city logo bags.
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One woman hospitalized with minor injuries after crash on Highway 63 in Boone County
Boone County Joint Communications posted to Twitter about the crash shortly after 9 a.m. It happened on southbound Highway 63 near South Westbrook Drive.
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Columbia City Council to review new neighborhood and expansion of Logboat Brewing Company
The Columbia City Council is set to vote on the approval of a new neighborhood in East Columbia that would add 168 homes to the area.
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