Missouri’s political leaders discuss how Farm Bill extension could impact drought, broadband at State Fair
Farmers and politicians gathered Monday at the Missouri State Fair to talk about the next extension of the Farm Bill.
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Central Missouri Humane Society reaches ‘critical capacity’
The Central Missouri Humane Society said Monday that its kennels are full of dogs and cats.
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Drier pattern in the coming weeks as drought holds
Rainfall early this month has already been record-setting as Columbia has recorded its third wettest August ever so far. The majority of the area is above-average on rain, with parts of Mid-Missouri receiving over three times their normal rainfall in recent weeks. Though this hasn’t been enough to break our long-term drought, and the rest
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How to safely help people affected by Hawaii wildfires
There are many opportunities to help those affected by the wildfires raging through Maui, but those looking to give should do their research first.
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WATCH: Full interview with Boonville School District Superintendent Mark Harvey
ABC 17 News will interview superintendents of Mid-Missouri schools as the academic year gets going this month.
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Tracking quiet and cool conditions to kick off the week
Today: Skies remain partly cloudy as highs warm into the mid-70s. Winds will be noticeable out of the west at 12-18 MPH and gusts up to 32 mph are possible. Tonight: Overnight lows cool to the upper 50s as winds switch out of the north at 10-15 MPH. Skies remain partly cloudy. Extended: The second
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Columbia Board of Education to discuss School Resource Officers Monday evening
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Board of Education meets Monday evening, on the agenda is a discussion over whether to renew the school resource officer agreement ahead of the school year. If approved, four officers are contracted for hire. The agreement will place two officers in Battle, one in Rock Bridge and one right here in Hickman High Schools. This school resource officer program is a
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Ameren reminds Missourians about digging safety on National 811 Day
According to a press release sent by Ameren Communications, there have been a total of 1.5 million requests to mark utilities on Missouri and Illinois properties in 2022.
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Tracking a cool and drier start of the week
Today: Afternoon highs warm into the mid-70s as winds remain stronger out of the west sustained at 12-18 MPH with gusts up to 32 MPH possible. Skies remain partly cloudy with lingering showers south of I-70 clearing to the southeast as the day continues. Tonight: Overnight lows cool to the upper 50s as winds switch
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Sunday Sit-down with Mizzou soccer coach Stefanie Golan
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) ABC 17 Sports Director Nathalie Jones brought on Mizzou soccer coach Stefanie Golan in this week’s edition of Sunday Sit-down. You can watch the full interview in the video player above.
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Tracking strong to severe storm chances tonight and a dry week ahead
TONIGHT: It’s a Weather Alert Day for Mid-MO as another round of strong to severe storms is set to roll through in the evening and overnight hours. Trends have shown that the majority of this activity is set to appear over our southern counties, but we could see those threats sneak north if the correct
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Missouri State Highway Patrol releases reports on Friday boat explosions
MORGAN, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports for those boat explosions Friday are now available. According to the report, the explosion in Morgan County happened when one boat was fueling at Milestone Marina gas docks and someone started the boat causing it to explode. Three people were ejected when the boat exploded. The
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Tracking the return of strong storms today
TODAY: An ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day is in effect Sunday for several rounds of storms possible. Rain will first move in early this morning, with a low chance for severe storms for the first part of the day. Conditions briefly dry up late this afternoon and evening, allowing the atmosphere to destabilize ahead
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Weather Alert Day: Tracking potential for more severe storms Sunday
SETUP: An upper level disturbance digs into the Upper Plains on Sunday, with its associated low pressure and fronts sweeping through the Midwest today. If a warm front can make it into Mid-Missouri, our severe chances will increase heavy-handedly. South of the warm front will be an environment rich in storm energy and shear. These
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Mizzou star defensive lineman holds first annual book back drive in Columbia
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou standout defensive lineman Darius Robinson held his first annual book back drive on Saturday at Second Baptist Church in downtown Columbia. Robinson provided 100 book bags to kids ages kindergarten through 12th grade, plus the event included face paintings, prizes, hair cuts, snacks and more. “You’re taking your blessings and giving
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Drinkwitz talks week two of fall camp; addresses quarterbacks, offensive line and more
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou head football coach Eli Drinkwitz met with the media Saturday to wrap up week two of fall camp. The Tigers have a lot of competitions happening right now in camp, with the most notable being at the quarterback position. Returning starter Brady Cook is the man to beat out in the
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Mizzou volleyball hosts annual black & gold scrimmage
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A new era of Mizzou volleyball kicked off on Saturday with the annual black & gold scrimmage taking place at the Hearnes Center. The volleyball program has new leadership with head coach Dawn Sullivan entering her first year in Columbia. With the coaching change came a new look to the court. The
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Mizzou Football Star collaborates with Second Baptist Church to giveaway school supplies to the communityÂ
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Many families struggle to prepare for back-to-school shopping as the prices for supplies have increased within the last year, but one Mizzou football player is trying to help. Families of K-12 students are expected to spend nearly $900 on back-to-school items, a new record high compared to almost $865 families spent last
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Changes to roadways due to University of Missouri move-in
Students at the University of Missouri are moving in this week, leading to temporary changes in roadways
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Tracking calm conditions tonight and severe storm chances Sunday
TONIGHT: I’m tracking mostly dry conditions with the exception of the small chance of isolated rain showers. Temperatures will be dropping into the low 70s. TOMORROW: I’m tracking strong to severe storms throughout the majority of the day, which is why the Stormtrack Weather team has issued a Weather Alert Day from 4 AM until
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