Jefferson City man killed in Tuesday crash on Range Line
Columbia police say a 46-year-old Jefferson City resident died Tuesday after being hit by a car while lying on Range Line Street.
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Latest federal report shows Missouri worst in nation for COVID-19 cases due to mistake in reporting
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri is currently ranked number one in the nation for worst cases of COVID-19; however, this is a mistake. Missouri State Profile ReportDownload The latest state profile report showed 85,151 new cases of COVID-19 with a 3,314% increase from the previous week. According to the state’s COVID-19 dashboard there are 484,531 total
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Have you received your stimulus payment?
The IRS’s Get My Payment website has told many Americans asking about their stimulus payments that they’ll receive the money Wednesday. However, many people could see delays in getting their payments for a variety of reasons. Have you received your stimulus payment? Vote in the poll below.
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Camden County murder suspect faces other criminal charges after wreck
SUNRISE BEACH, Mo. (KMIZ) A Camden County murder suspect is facing other charges after a Feb. 12 crash. According to court documents, Timothy Evans was allegedly involved in a head-on crash with an RV on Hwy 5 north of Pier 31 road. When police arrived on scene, they found an RV had crashed into a
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Local health and travel leaders urge caution when making spring break plans
The CDC is still recommending people do not travel during the pandemic, as it increases the risk of getting and spreading COVID-19.
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TUESDAY UPDATES: CoMoHelps report on pandemic relief, impact on local nonprofits
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Missourians await IRS tax refunds and stimulus checks
COLUMBIA, MO (KMIZ) The third rounds of stimulus check payments are expected to hit many American’s bank accounts Wednesday morning, many are tracking the status of payment along with tax refunds. Thursday, President Joe Biden signed the $1.9 trillion COVID Relief Bill. The bill included up to $1,400 direct payments for most Americans. This is
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Local pharmacies report high demand as new coronavirus vaccine tier opens
Columbia-area pharmacies are helping in the effort to give out coronavirus vaccines to members of Missouri’s newly opened tier of eligible residents.
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Columbia police arrest Waffle House murder suspect
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Police said Tuesday they’ve arrested a man accused of fatally shooting another man at a Columbia Waffle House. The Columbia Police Department said in a news release that officers had arrested Leo B. Robinson Jr., 50, without specifying where or how he was arrested. Robinson was wanted on charges of second-degree murder
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Missouri State Fair on this year after 2020 cancelation
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Officials are planning for a full Missouri State Fair after the event was canceled last year because of the coronavirus. Missouri Agriculture Director Chris Chinn on Tuesday confirmed plans to bring the fair back this year. Officials canceled the event last year over concerns about safety during the pandemic. The Sedalia
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Jefferson City School District to allow all fans at outdoor activities
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City School District has announced it will allow all fans for Spring 2021 outdoor activities. With the rule change, it means that player cards will not be required to gain entrance but masks are still required. Concessions will be open but with only prepackaged foods. Visiting teams will need
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Black woman becomes face of Missouri following NAACP warning
A Black woman has become the face of Missouri’s tourism campaign, nearly four years after the NAACP warned travelers that their civil rights may not be respected it they visit the state.
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Severe weather warning sirens in place for possible upcoming storms
In Boone County, there are about 80 outdoor warning sirens that are in service and are activated when a tornado warning is issued by the National Weather Service or a trained weather spotter.
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Eldon man dies after crashing into tree
The Missouri highway patrol says an Eldon is dead after crashing into a tree on Monday.
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Columbia City Council approves $200 million Italian meat plant
Columbia City Council approved Swift Prepared Foods’ $200 million Italian meat plant during its meeting Monday night.
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do you fear a spring break coronavirus surge?
Health experts are warning the public not to relax too much in the fight against the coronavirus.
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Bird Scooters will return to Columbia soon, after unanimous council vote
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) UPDATE 9:15 p.m. : Bird scooters are on their way back to Columbia, after city council approved an agreement with the University of Missouri and Bird Rides, Inc. Monday Night. The unanimous vote in support of the dockless scooters came after a line of questioning about past issues like placement, logistics and
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Columbia Public Schools announces superintendent choice
Columbia, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Board of Education selected Dr. H. Brian Yearwood to serve as Columbia Public Schools’ next superintendent after a board vote during a closed executive session Monday morning. The board voted 7-0 to approve the contract for the new superintendent. Yearwood was selected after a nationwide search following Dr. Peter Stiepleman’s
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MONDAY UPDATES: Missouri DHSS adds 41 coronavirus related deaths after analyzing death certificates
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