Witness describes crash on I-70 that killed assistant fire chief
On Wednesday morning, several people stopped to help direct traffic on the first crash involving a box truck on westbound I-70.
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Fire district official killed in Interstate 70 crash in Boone County
The district said in a news release that Bryant Gladney died at the scene after the crash involving a tractor-trailer near Route Z. Gladney was going to the scene of a crash when a westbound tractor-trailer hit Gladney’s firetruck at high speed before hitting a University Hospital ambulance and the vehicle involved in the original crash, according to the release.
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Fulton man arrested after allegedly shooting neighbor with a crossbow
FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) A Fulton man was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly shot his neighbor with an arrow from a crossbow after an argument. During the investigation at the 800 block of Jefferson St., investigators learned Thurman Estep allegedly shot his neighbor in the abdominal area with an arrow from a crossbow. Officials say the
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Capital Region ‘cybersecurity incident’ investigation in early stages
The hospital did not give details about the incident that led Capital Region to shut down its network, describing it in a statement Wednesday as “a disruption to our network systems.”
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WEDNESDAY UPDATES: Missouri reports over 100,000 Boone County residents fully vaccinated
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Cole County judge shoots down counties’ request to appeal health order decision
Judge Daniel Green issued the order after counties including Cooper, Jackson and St. Louis asked to appeal Green’s November ruling that said nonelected officials cannot issue health orders, like those meant to fight coronavirus spread, under state law.
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FDA authorizes first pill to treat Covid-19
This is the first antiviral Covid-19 pill authorized for ill people to take at home, before they get sick enough to be hospitalized.
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Jefferson City woman pleads guilty in federal arson case
Iasha Cannady pleaded guilty in federal court in Jefferson City last week to two counts of malicious use of explosive materials and one count of possession of an unregistered destructive device.
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Missouri attorney general joins 24-state lawsuit to block mask, vaccine mandates for Head Start students
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri’s attorney general has joined 24 other states in a lawsuit to stop a mask and vaccine mandate on Head Start students and volunteers.“Head Start Programs provide much-needed resources for underserved communities, single moms, and other parents who may be struggling to provide care. Forcing children to wear masks all day
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you getting a coronavirus test before traveling?
Health experts are recommending people get tested for coronavirus before they travel for the holidays as high case rates continue and the omicron variant marches toward dominance. However, many remain skeptical of the need for such vigilance against the virus.
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Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day marks heightened struggle as coronavirus pandemic continues
The vigil is part of National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day, which takes place yearly on the night of the winter solstice — the longest night of the year.
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No injuries after one-vehicle rollover in Boone County
Officials with the Boone County Sheriff’s Department say no one is hurt following a roll-over crash in Boone County that happened around 7 p.m. Tuesday.
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Henry County settles lawsuit with family of Clinton officer killed
Judge William Collins signed off Tuesday on the $1.625 million settlement between the parents of Officer Christopher Morton and several government officials and companies they sued in 2019. Darrel and Tara Morton will receive $926,443.17 from the settlement, while lawyers Bernard Schmitt and Melody Roberts of the Schmitt Law Firm in Kansas City will collect $691,647.06 for fees and expenses.
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TUESDAY UPDATES: Cooper County changing how health center follows up on positive case contacts
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At-home COVID-19 tests hard to come by at local pharmacies, but President Biden says that will change soon
The White House intends to distribute 500 million at-home COVID-19 tests to Americans starting in January, which is enough to cover the entire U.S. population with at least one test.
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Cost of at home COVID-19 test is eligible medical expense
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the omicron cases are on the rise, so are the covid testing rates. According to Johns Hopkins University on Dec. 19th, more than 600,000 people were tested nationwide for COVID-19. The Biden Administration plans to give free at-home COVID testing kits starting Jan. 15th to anyone who requests one. Until then
Continue Reading Capital Region offers emergency prescriptions for one day
The MU Health Care-affiliated hospital posted a message Tuesday on its Facebook page saying patients who are out of medication can get seven-day refills at its Capital Care pharmacies in Jefferson City and Versailles. Patients must bring their prescription bottles with them, Capital Region says.
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Biden assures Americans vaccinated against Covid-19 that they can go ahead with holiday plans despite Omicron surge
Conversely, he warned those who have not yet received shots of the potential for severe illness or death in the coming months.
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Columbia College names new dean of School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia College has named Dr. Jennifer Jewell as the next dean of the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS) following a nationwide search. Dr. Jewell will assume the position on July 1, 2022, and Dr. Sandra Hamar will continue to serve as interim dean of HASS until then. “Dr. Jewell’s
Continue Reading Osage Beach gun store owner indicted for allowing straw purchases; over 300 firearms seized
A federal prosecutor has charged Skelton Tactical Owner for illegal gun sales.
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