WHAT’S GOING AROUND: Doctors seeing cases of upper respiratory infections, flu and COVID-19
Here is a roundup of the illnesses doctors say are spreading around Mid-Missouri.
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Missouri suffers 10th straight loss, falls to Texas A&M 79-60 at home
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Southeastern Conference victory continues to elude the Missouri Tigers, who fell to the Texas A&M Aggies 79-60 Wednesday night at Mizzou Arena. You can watch the full press conference with Missouri Men’s Basketball coach Dennis Gates in the video player below. https://youtu.be/IoiJ-SaIQS4?si=tDY-xe79K44q6HaK Missouri (8-15, 0-10 SEC) was able to come within
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Father of man killed by police at Columbia apartment complex in August calls CPD officers at scene ‘negligent’
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The family of Marquis Rivera — a man who was killed by police at a Columbia Apartment complex in August — claim they have been told that charges will not be filed against the Columbia police officers involved. Marquis Rivera, 22, was shot and killed by Columbia police officers on Aug. 4
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Concerns raised over City of Ashland’s conduct during investigation into former police chief
At least one Ashland citizen is raising concerns about the city’s leadership after reviewing the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s investigation into former Police Chief Gabe Edwards.
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Tracking gusty winds and much warmer than average temperatures tomorrow
TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy and mild with lows in the upper 40s. TOMORROW: Mostly cloudy and warm with a spot shower or two in the morning. Highs in the upper 60s with wind gusts up to 40 mph. EXTENDED: Winds will increase to about 25 mph overnight, with a Wind Advisory in effect for much of
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Bill aimed at deterring catalytic converter thefts approved by Missouri House committee
The Missouri House of Representatives Committee on Emerging Issues approved a bill Wednesday that aims to deter catalytic converter thieves by ruining their market.
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Tracking a warming trend with spotty showers Thursday
TODAY: Wednesday is mostly cloudy, but yet warmer than Tuesday, when we saw abundant sunshine for most of the day. Warm flow increases in the atmosphere through the rest of the week, locally, meaning 60s for us today through Friday. Highs today, likely reach low-to-mid 60s for most. TONIGHT: Clouds and south wind keep us
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Tracking 60s the rest of the work week
TODAY: Wednesday is mostly cloudy, but yet warmer than Tuesday, when we saw abundant sunshine for most of the day. Warm flow increases in the atmosphere through the rest of the week, locally, meaning 60s for us today through Friday. Highs today, likely reach low-to-mid 60s for most. TONIGHT: Clouds and south wind keep us
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Columbia Public Schools to hold meeting on addressing attendance areas for new elementary school
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Public Schools Long-Range Facilities Planning Committee is set to hold a meeting Wednesday to discuss attendance areas, as they are planning to build a new elementary school in South Columbia. The meeting will be held at 4:30 p.m. at the Aslin Administration Building on W. Worley St. Those who attend
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Local highlights and scores: Feb. 6, 2024
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Here are your local scores from Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. You can watch the highlights in the video player above. HS BOYS BASKETBALL JEFFERSON CITY (56) HICKMAN (77) FINAL CAPITAL CITY (56) BATTLE (81) FINAL ROCK BRIDGE (57) CENTRAL (KANSAS CITY) (58) FINAL OSAGE (57) SOUTHERN BOONE (58) FINAL ELDON (32) BLAIR
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City of Moberly reveals plans to address odor complaints
MOBERLY, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Moberly has responded to a second warning letter it received on Jan. 11 from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources over an odor violation stemming from a wastewater-holding basin, located just off Rollins Street near Highway 63. On Tuesday, Moberly revealed a list of steps they have taken to
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Discrimination lawsuit against CPS claims student was punched by staff, isolated from class
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A discrimination lawsuit filed on Tuesday by the parent of a Columbia Public Schools student claims the child suffered abuse from district staff. The lawsuit – filed by Chrystal Blauvelt – accuses CPS of disability discrimination and violating the Missouri Human Rights Act. CPS spokesperson Michelle Baumstark said later on Tuesday that
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City of Ashland bond issue for sewage treatment improvement project fails
ASHLAND, Mo. (KMIZ) A bond issue asking if the City of Ashland should combine its waterworks and sewage system revenue bonds failed on Tuesday. The measure failed 138 votes to 117, with a 7.86% voter turnout. Voters went to the polls to decide if the revenue bonds for $40 million for purchasing, constructing, extending, and
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Tracking even warmer temperatures, gusty winds the next few days
TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy and mild with lows in the upper 30s. TOMORROW: Partly cloudy and windy with gusts up to 30 mph. Highs in the lower 60s. EXTENDED: We’ll be warmer tonight as clouds roll in, keeping temperatures in the upper 30s. Tomorrow will be a bit cloudier, but warmer as highs get into the
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Earthquake awareness month
February marks the start of earthquake preparedness month for the state of Missouri. This month is particularly important due to the New Madrid fault line located in Southeastern Missouri which produces nearly 200 earthquakes each year. Although the state has an active fault line, to kick off the month Oklahoma produced a spell of activity
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Battle opens up home gym for boys and girls basketball doubleheader
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Battle Boys and Girls Basketball is looking to protect its home court on Tuesday night in a CMAC doubleheader. Battle Girls Basketball is facing Helias at 6 p.m. followed by Battle Boys Basketball’s game against Capital City. Both games will be broadcasted live on KZOU, and you can watch the livestream on
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Report: Hallsville house explosion possibly caused by gunshot into propane heater
The Hallsville duplex explosion in January was ruled accidental, according to an investigative report ABC 17 News obtained from the Missouri Department of Public Safety.
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Tracking a warmer and sunny afternoon with chances of Thursday rain
TODAY: Afternoon highs warm into the upper 50s with mostly sunny skies. Winds remain out of the southwest at 4-8 mph. TONIGHT: Overnight lows cool to the mid to upper 30s with partly cloudy skies and winds out of the southwest at 5-10 mph. EXTENDED: Wednesday welcomes highs just over 60 degrees with partly cloudy
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Tracking a warm week with limited rain chances
TODAY: Tuesday is similarly mild in comparison to Monday, with highs again in the upper 50s, near 60. Expect sunshine and a light south breeze. TONIGHT: High clouds work in this evening, staying overnight. South winds keep temperatures in the mid-to-upper 30s. EXTENDED: Wednesday is warmer, despite added clouds, in the low 60s, thanks to
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Missouri Rep. Alford says don’t expect ‘yes’ vote from Republicans on border, aid bill
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) On Sunday, United States Senators unveiled a long-awaited cross-party bill that aims to combat illegal immigration at the US-Mexico border and allow for new aid to Ukraine and Israel. “Leader [Mitch] McConnell and I who disagree on many issues have never worked so closely together on legislation as we did on this
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