Power restored after outage affects 1,200 Columbia Water and Light customers
Some Boone County residents woke up to power outages Sunday morning.
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Tracking severe storms on Easter afternoon and evening
EASTER: Sunday is an ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day due to the risk of severe storms capable of all hazards, including tornadoes, from noon to 10 PM. A brief pause in showers is expected by midmorning to the early afternoon, allowing the atmosphere to set up for severe storms. These storms are first expected
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Sedalia man suffers moderate injuries after crashing into semi in Morgan County
A Sedalia man suffered moderate injuries in a crash on Friday in Morgan County, according to a crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The crash happened at 10 p.m. on Highway 50 near Route 135.
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Boone County Office of Emergency Management reminds people of safety protocols during extreme weather
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Boone County Office of Emergency Management is reminding residents about extreme weather safety as Mid-Missouri is forecasted to be hit with high winds, heavy rain, and risks for hail and tornadoes on Easter weekend. In a Facebook post Friday, the BCOEM reminds drivers to avoid driving through moving and high water.
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MU students respond to increased police presence in downtown Columbia
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri and the City of Columbia are stepping up efforts to keep students and community members safe following a violent weekend where five people were shot. Both MU and the Columbia Police Department said they’re working together to increase patrols in, and around downtown in response to growing safety
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Tracking Severe Storm Chances for Easter Sunday
TONIGHT: I’m tracking showers and rumbles of thunder persisting throughout the overnight hours as winds shift into the south at 10-15 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Temperatures will drop into the low 50s by the end of the night. TOMORROW: I’m tracking showers exiting the region by 8-10 am, with strong to severe
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Easter festivities ongoing despite rainy weather
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As Mid-Missouri faces rainy conditions Saturday and Sunday, Easter celebrations are still on the calendar. The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation is hosting two egg hunts Saturday. The events will take place at Douglass Park from Noon to 1:15 p.m. and Indian Hills Park from 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. “We’re
Continue Reading Tracking flooding and severe storms for Easter Sunday weekend
SATURDAY: Showers will be scattered to start the day, but widespread rain returns in the afternoon. However, rain will likely fall all day along and near I-44, contributing to a moderate flood risk across our southern counties. Temperatures dwell in the 50s under the rain. EASTER SUNDAY: An ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day is
Continue Reading 73-year-old man injured in Camden County motorcycle crash
A 73-year-old Osage Beach man suffered moderate injuries in a crash on Friday in Camden County, according to a crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
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First Missouri measles case of the year confirmed
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A case of measles has been confirmed in a southwest Missouri county and is tied to international travel, according to state health officials. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services said Friday that a child who traveled to Taney County has contracted measles. The child’s vaccination status has not been verified,
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MU breaks ground on Mike Parson Meat Science Education and Training Laboratory
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri on Friday broke ground on the Michael L. Parson Meat Science Education and Training Laboratory. The facility – named after former Republican Gov. Mike Parson – is projected to open in 2026. According to the university, the lab will further enhance the capabilities of the nationally regarded college of
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Mizzou sustains 18th straight SEC loss, remains winless in conference action
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou Baseball beat the rain but could not beat No. 18 Oklahoma this weekend. The Tigers (13-26) are still waiting on their first SEC win of the season, following a series sweep from the Sooners (29-10). Due to expected inclement weather this weekend, MU wrapped up the three-game set with a Friday
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Mizzou softball earns second win over No. 1 team to avoid a sweep
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) For the second time in the 2025 campaign, Mizzou softball has toppled the No. 1 team in the land. On Friday afternoon, the Tigers run-ruled No. 1 Texas A&M 9-1 in five innings to avoid getting swept at home. The loss snapped the Aggies’ 14-game winning streak, which dated back to the
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Tracking evening severe storms with weekend severe storms/ flooding
TONIGHT: An ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day has been issued lasting through 10 PM tonight. Large hail 1″+ in diameter, winds up to 60 mph, and a low but non-zero chances remain possible tonight. Storms begin after 4 PM starting out as scattered cells before becoming more linear deeper into the overnight hours. The
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Woman charged with six felonies including murder in Callaway County shooting
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Prosecutors charged a Holts Summit woman Thursday with six felonies in a shooting that killed one person and left two others injured. Heather M. Smith, 37, was charged with second-degree murder, child endangerment, armed criminal action and three counts of unlawful use of a weapon. She was in the Callaway County Jail
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Record-breaking disasters in 2025 estimated to cost billions
It has been a historic and costly start to 2025 as disasters have potentially racked up billions in damages in recent months. The year began with destructive wildfires in Los Angeles in January, fueled by a strong Santa Ana wind event. The Eaton and Palisades fires were the second and third most destructive fires in
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Columbia teen accused of shooting at car filled with people indicted by grand jury
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A 16-year-old boy who is charged as an adult after he was accused of shooting at a vehicle filled with people in January has been indicted by a grand jury. Samiyon Myers, of Columbia, is charged with first-degree assault, delivery of a controlled substance, two counts of armed criminal action, two
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Mizzou rides ‘undeniable’ mindset to program’s first NCAA Championship Final
FORT WORTH, Texas (KMIZ) “We are undeniable.” No. 7 Mizzou Gymnastics has embodied that message throughout a record-breaking season. The Tigers have shattered numerous program-bests across its 15 competitions this year, including team score, individual event scores, and now, its first-ever NCAA Championship Final appearance. MU earned the right to compete for a national title
Continue ReadingTracking a risk of severe storms tonight, flooding and more storms this weekend
THIS AFTERNOON: Friday is an ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day for the threat of severe storms that could produce hail and high winds. Highs reach the low 80s ahead of a cold front; this front will support the development of scattered severe storms through the evening hours. TONIGHT: The severe threat will wane overnight,
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University of Missouri to host ceremonies Friday to celebrate new facilities
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri will host two ceremonies on Friday to celebrate its Meat Science Education and Training Laboratory and Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab. The university will celebrate the groundbreaking of The Michael L. Parson Meat Science Education and Training Laboratory from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 1024 Ashland Road in
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