Your Voice Your Vote Archives

Endorsements: Why do they matter?

November 27, 2019 10:32 AM ABC 17 News Team

A look at which Democratic presidential candidates are winning endorsements and why they matter. Video by Stringr.

Appeals court overturns decision in Business Loop CID case

November 26, 2019 10:27 AM Matthew Sanders

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri’s Western District Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a Boone County judge’s decision to throw out a case challenging the formation of a Columbia taxing district. The three-judge panel sent the case challenging the election that created the Business Loop Community Improvement District back to Boone County, overturning Judge Jodie Asel’s

Jefferson City Councilman Mihalevich running for county commission

November 26, 2019 1:19 PM Alec Pettus

Jefferson City Second Ward Councilman J. Rick Mihalevich, announces bid for Eastern district Cole County Commission JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City Councilman Rick Mahalevich announced his candidacy Tuesday to represent eastern Cole County on the county commission. Mihalevich has lived in Cole County for more than 26 years, growing up in rural Crocker. In

What impeachment means for the Democratic presidential race

November 26, 2019 11:05 AM ABC 17 News Team

If the Senate holds an impeachment trial, it could significantly affect the Democratic race for the presidential nomination thanks to several candidates being sitting senators. Video by Stringr.

Factions in the Democratic Party

November 25, 2019 12:11 PM ABC 17 News Team

As the Democratic campaign for the presidential nomination continues, voters are faced with a choice between two markedly different wings of the party. Video by Stringr.

Bloomberg buys ads on Mid-Missouri station

November 22, 2019 5:37 PM Matthew Sanders

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The newest Democratic presidential candidate is also the first to buy broadcast advertising in Mid-Missouri. The campaign of former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg bought time on the ABC 17 News airwaves Friday worth about $24,0000. The ads were paid for by Mike Bloomberg 2020, Inc., Bloomberg’s campaign committee listed on

A look at Pete Buttigieg

November 22, 2019 10:44 AM ABC 17 News Team

Democrat Pete Buttigieg is the new frontrunner in Iowa. We examine how he held up in the Atlanta debate and ask if Americans are ready for the first openly gay president. Video by Stringr.

The City of Columbia will look at an agreement for a COVID-19 vaccine education campaign during its meeting Monday night.

Second person submits petition in Columbia’s First Ward

November 21, 2019 5:19 PM Alec Pettus

Gregory Pierson submitted petition to run for Columbia’s First Ward council seat COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) First Ward voters could see a contested city council election on their April ballots. Columbia City Clerk Sheela Amin tells ABC 17 News that Gregory Pierson turned in a petition for a chance to represent Columbia’s First Ward. The election

Missouri, voting rights groups settle address-change lawsuit

November 21, 2019 3:37 PM Associated Press

Missouri residents could soon find it easier to update their addresses for voter registration under a settlement that voter advocates reached Thursday with the state’s Revenue Department.

Atlanta Democratic debate roundup

November 21, 2019 1:14 PM ABC 17 News Team

A look at what happened during the Democratic presidential debate Wednesday night in Atlanta.

A look ahead at the debate

November 20, 2019 11:07 AM ABC 17 News Team

Ten Democratic presidential candidates will take the stage for their fifth debate Wednesday night in Atlanta.

First Ward hopeful turns in petition for Columbia City Council

November 19, 2019 4:47 PM Matthew Sanders

A member of Columbia’s Historic Preservation Commission on Tuesday became the first person to turn in a petition for election in the First Ward.

Boone County picks new “I Voted” sticker

November 19, 2019 6:24 PM Alec Pettus

Winner of “I Voted” sticker contest Boone County announced Tuesday the winner of the “I Voted” sticker design contest. The winner is shown above and was the last one standing after more than 130 designs were submitted by more than a hundred high school students in the county. People were able to vote online between

Tulsi Gabbard’s support base

November 19, 2019 12:52 PM ABC 17 News Team

A look at Democratic U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii, her run for president and her supporters.

Presidential candidates tackle the west

November 18, 2019 11:55 AM ABC 17 News Team

Candidates in the 2020 presidential election were in California and Nevada over the weekend.

Warren and Weld file in New Hampshire

November 14, 2019 10:21 AM ABC 17 News Team

Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren and former Republican Massachusetts Gov. Bill Weld file in New Hampshire’s presidential primary on Wednesday. Meanwhile, former Democratic Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick announced he is joining the race. Video by Stringr.

Boone County clerk solicits votes for sticker design

November 13, 2019 3:36 PM Matthew Sanders

The Boone County Clerk’s Office is asking the public to help pick the next design for its iconic “I Voted” stickers.

Democratic presidential candidates on DACA

November 13, 2019 10:32 AM ABC 17 News Team

With DACA dominating headlines across the country, we take a look at the policy and why it is significant in the run up to the 2020 election. Video by Stringr.

Area congressional delegation reacts to impeachment

November 13, 2019 11:48 AM Matthew Sanders

Members of Congress representing parts of Mid-Missouri made statements Wednesday morning on their Twitter feeds as open hearings began in the House’s impeachment inquiry.

Democratic presidential candidates honor veterans

November 12, 2019 2:26 PM ABC 17 News Team

A look at Democratic presidential candidates’ Veterans Day campaign events and veterans-oriented policies.