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MU Alerts: All clear given after reports of shots fired near 5th and Turner

February 1, 2021 9:04 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) MU Alerts reported gunshots were fired at 5th and Turner in downtown Columbia just before 9 p.m. last night. ABC 17 News crews saw Columbia police and EMS are scene. More than a dozen MUPD and CPS vehicles were on the scene. About 20 minutes after the original MU Alert, the university

Columbia City Council approved another round of CARES Act funding to local non-profits

February 1, 2021 5:36 PM Connor Hirsch

The total amount that is being recommended by the Housing and Community Development Commission is $797,588. The commission divided that amount among 14 different entities, including rental assistance, food pantries, utility help and other social services.

Kansas City man charged after Sunday morning chase on Interstate 70

February 1, 2021 9:19 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Police arrested a man they believe led them on a chase on Interstate 70 that reached speeds of upwards of 100 mph. According to court documents, Columbia police attempted to stop Devonta Findley who was allegedly driving a truck that had a license plate that came back stolen before Findley sped

Three teens, two juveniles arrested in Callaway County church vandalism

February 1, 2021 3:41 PM ABC 17 News Team

TEBBETTS, Mo. (KMIZ) Five people have been arrested in connection with a church that was vandalized in Callaway County. The 143-year-old historically-black church suffered smashed windows and other damage. Callaway County Sheriff Clay Chism said vandals hit Oakley Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church sometime between Jan. 22 and 23. A week after the vandalism was

Sheriff gives update in Callaway County church vandalism

February 1, 2021 11:52 AM Chanel Porter

On Friday, the sheriff said his office expects arrests in the case soon.

Columbia Recycling Bags on Feb. 1st, 2021.

Columbia-branded trash and recycling bags are now mandatory; what you need to know

February 1, 2021 1:13 PM Meghan Drakas

Columbia’s “Pay as You Throw” trash and recycling program started Monday and requires all residential waste to be placed in city-logo bags

DEFENDERS: BBB advises not to share coronavirus vaccine card on social media

February 1, 2021 6:13 PM Deborah Kendrick

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Better Business Bureau is advising people to not share their coronavirus vaccination card on social media. The BBB said it can increase your risk of identity theft and other scams. When posting the photo on social media scammers are able to see your full name, birthday and where you got your

MONDAY UPDATES: Cole County reports four COVID-19 related deaths; 101st death overall

February 1, 2021 8:57 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.

Patrol closes Cole County road for vehicle stuck in water

February 1, 2021 2:55 PM Matt Ragsdale

Missouri state troopers closed a road just west of Jefferson City in order to recover a vehicle stuck in water.

MU Health to open 4,000 slots for coronavirus vaccine shots

February 1, 2021 11:30 AM Zola Crowder

The state will alternate weekly which hospital groups the doses are going to.

Columbia fire crews respond to a house fire on Rosemary Lane.

Early morning residential fires cause thousands in damage

February 1, 2021 9:24 AM Matt Ragsdale

Columbia firefighters say two early Monday morning residential structure fires caused thousands in damage..

Fire in central Columbia leaves home with extensive damage

February 1, 2021 4:03 AM Molly Stawinoga

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Fire Department put out a house fire on Rosemary Lane early Monday morning. Firefighters responded to the 1500 block of Rosemary Lane shortly before 2:20 a.m. Monday. When crews arrived at the scene, smoke was coming from the front and right sides of the home. Fire officials told ABC 17

Smoke comes from an apartment building on Quail Drive.

Juvenile treated for burns after northeast Columbia fire

February 1, 2021 3:33 AM Molly Stawinoga

Columbia fire crews responded to the 2600 block of Quail Drive around 2:20 a.m. Monday.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should businesses be protected from coronavirus-related lawsuits?

February 1, 2021 2:32 AM ABC 17 News Team

The Missouri General Assembly is working on a bill this session to protect businesses from being targets of coronavirus-related lawsuits.

With the return of students, health officials push COVID-19 precautions for local businesses, residents

January 31, 2021 8:15 PM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) With the spring semester in full swing, local Columbia businesses including The Heidelberg have seen an increase in sales. Richard Walls, owner of The Heidelberg restaurant in downtown Columbia said business has been “really good” since students have come back to town. “We’ve definitely seen an increase in traffic, it’s been great

SUNDAY UPDATES: Missouri reports just over 1,000 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths

January 31, 2021 2:41 PM Connor Hirsch

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reported 1,040 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 458,819.

One arrested, one on the run after Columbia chase

January 31, 2021 3:54 AM Ben Fein

Columbia Police said one man has been arrested and another is on the run after a chase Sunday morning.

Sedalia mass vaccination site gives out over 2,300 doses of coronavirus vaccine

January 30, 2021 7:18 PM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Sedalia vaccination site ended Saturday with a total of just over 2,300 people getting their COVID-19 vaccine over the past three days. The Bothwell Regional Health Center and the Pettis County Health Center hosted the event at the Missouri State Fairgrounds. The Missouri National Guard also helped out with the event.