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Senate committee hears testimony on bill to limit local health order power

March 31, 2021 11:11 AM Chanel Porter

The Senate rejected a similar proposal on an initial vote last week. Nine Republicans and 10 Democrats voted against that proposal.

Tracking below freezing temperatures next two mornings

March 31, 2021 4:14 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly clear and breezy with winds diminishing to about 15-20 mph. Frost likely with temperatures falling into the mid-20s. TOMORROW: Cold morning followed by chilly afternoon sunshine. Highs in the upper 40s to around 50. EXTENDED: The jet stream finally begins to lift north once again by Friday afternoon as winds shift back south

Is the title, “Tornado Alley” outdated?

March 31, 2021 1:26 PM Maddie Est

Living in the Midwest means that we are familiar with tornadoes, and it may mean you’re familiar with the term “Tornado Alley”. Lately, questions have been raised as to whether or not that term is accurate given data from the last 70 years. Tornado Alley covers a large portion of the Great Plains from Texas

Tracking the potential for an overnight freeze

March 31, 2021 12:55 PM Maddie Est

WEDNESDAY: A chilly air mass is in the process of working its way into Mid-Missouri. Winds out of the northwest are continuing to push it into the area. That cool air will keep highs in the upper 40’s to some low 50’s, even with sunshine returning this afternoon. Winds will gust up to 30 mph, so

Tracking the return of freezing temperatures tonight

March 31, 2021 3:14 AM Kevin Schneider

WEDNESDAY: A chilly air mass is in the process of working its way into Mid-Missouri. Winds out of the northwest are continuing to push it into the area. That cool air will keep highs in the upper 40’s to some low 50’s, even with sunshine returning this afternoon. Winds will gust up to 30 mph,

Tracking much cooler temperatures Wednesday, widespread frost Thursday morning

March 30, 2021 4:09 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy and breezy with lows in the mid-30s. Winds gusting up to 20 mph. TOMORROW: Decreasing clouds and windy with highs in the upper 40s to around 50. Northwest wind gusts up to 30 mph. EXTENDED: Winds begin to diminish Wednesday night as skies clear out. Temperatures plunge into the upper 20s to

How a Supermoon helped unblock the Suez Canal

March 30, 2021 4:46 PM Maddie Est

By now, many of us have heard about the Ever Given’s incident, but something that you may have glossed over is the fact that the ship’s new found freedom was aided by a natural cycle caused by the moon. The Ever Given, a trade ship, was stuck in the Suez Canal for nearly six days

Tracking cooler air moving in

March 30, 2021 12:40 PM Maddie Est

TUESDAY: We’ll wake up to more sunshine, but things will start changing by this afternoon. Clouds will start to increase as winds flip northwesterly behind the passage of a cold front early this afternoon. That will hold us in place, in the low 60’s today. Clouds will increase, but it’s looking like the rain holds off

Derek Chauvin trial continues with MMA fighter who watched George Floyd’s death

March 30, 2021 7:16 AM CNN Newsource

The second day of Derek Chauvin’s trial in George Floyd’s death is set to begin Tuesday with further questioning of a professional mixed martial arts fighter who stumbled onto the scene of the 46-year-old Black man’s final moments.

Tracking the return of some cooler weather

March 30, 2021 3:53 AM Kevin Schneider

TUESDAY: We’ll wake up to more sunshine, but things will start changing by this afternoon. Clouds will start to increase as winds flip northwesterly behind the passage of a cold front early this afternoon. That will hold us in place, in the low 60’s today. Clouds will increase, but it’s looking like the rain holds

Phase 2 activation extends vaccine eligibility to those 'essential for economic recovery.'

Phase 2 activates Monday; those ‘essential for economic recovery’ now eligible for vaccine

March 29, 2021 4:16 AM Zach Boetto

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Nearly 900,000 additional Missourians become eligible for the coronavirus vaccine Monday. According to the state, the activation of Phase 2 on Monday and Phase 3 on April 9 ensures there is a consistent number of people who are eligible and interested in receiving the vaccine. This comes as Missouri is expected to

Jefferson City family reunited as long-term care facilities relax restrictions

March 29, 2021 6:46 PM Connor Hirsch

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued updated and relaxed guidance for long-term care facilities earlier in March.

Versailles man arrested in connection to Jan. 6 Capitol riot

March 29, 2021 6:29 PM ABC 17 News Team

VERSAILLES, Mo. (KMIZ) A Versailles man has been arrested in connection to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. 55-year-old Matthew Loganbill faces charges for obstruction of congressional proceedings, unlawful and violent entry and disorderly conduct. According to court documents, he was arrested after witnesses told police that he posted his involvement in the riot on social

Tracking cooler temperatures and brief showers Tuesday

March 29, 2021 3:57 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly clear and breezy with gusts up to 25 mph. Lows in the upper 40s to around 50. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny and breezy with gradually increasing clouds. Spotty showers by late afternoon into the evening. Highs in the low 60s. EXTENDED: A cold front moves through the area Tuesday afternoon and evening, bringing a

Should you plant yet?

March 29, 2021 4:44 PM Maddie Est

Many of us are excited at the prospect of planting our gardens and our flowers, but is it too early for us to do so? Climate data can be extremely useful in deciding when the best time to plant is. Anytime we’re talking about climate trends, there’s always going to be an asterisk by hard dates

Tracking windy conditions

March 29, 2021 12:56 PM Maddie Est

MONDAY: Another breezy afternoon will kick off a new week. Gusts as highs as 40 mph will be possible, and with plenty of dry fuels around, any fires outside could get out of hand fast. Try to avoid any outdoor burning today. Those winds will help push temperatures into the low-mid 70’s this afternoon. TONIGHT: Mostly clear

Thousands of Missourians are now vaccine eligible in Phase 2

March 29, 2021 11:41 AM Chanel Porter

Phase 2 of Missouri’s coronavirus vaccine plan opened up on Monday making nearly 900,000 state residents eligible to receive a coronavirus vaccine.

The first day of Derek Chauvin’s murder trial in the death of George Floyd starts Monday

March 29, 2021 9:29 AM CNN

Opening statements are set to begin Monday in former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin’s trial, 10 months after George Floyd’s death under his knee launched a summer of protest and unrest.

Tracking more fire weather dangers this afternoon

March 29, 2021 3:15 AM Kevin Schneider

MONDAY: Another breezy afternoon will kick off a new week. Gusts as highs as 40 mph will be possible, and with plenty of dry fuels around, any fires outside could get out of hand fast. Try to avoid any outdoor burning today. Those winds will help push temperatures into the low-mid 70’s this afternoon. TONIGHT:

Tracking Warming Temperatures and Storm Chances

March 28, 2021 3:54 PM Chance Gotsch

Tonight: Temperatures continue to decrease thanks to the northwesterly flowing winds brought on by yesterdays passing cold front. The temperatures overnight will bottom out at 40 with clear skies. Tomorrow: Winds shift from the south and temperatures begin to increase back up to 70 thanks to mostly sunny skies. Monday will be decently breezy with