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Boone County Sheriff’s Office seeks grant to fight internet crimes

May 4, 2023 12:10 PM Ethan Heinz

The Boone County Commission is expected to vote on a sheriff’s department application for a cyber crimes grant when it meets Thursday afternoon.

CPD plans DWI enforcement ahead of busy weekend

May 4, 2023 6:17 PM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department will have increased DWI enforcement as Downtown Columbia prepares for a busy weekend. Downtown Columbia is expected to be busy as Columbia residents hit the town to celebrate Cinco De Mayo. University of Missouri Students will also be out of class Friday for the school’s Reading Day and

Two arrested following chase in Columbia

May 4, 2023 3:37 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were arrested Thursday afternoon following a high-speed chase that ended in northwest Columbia. The chase allegedly began when the driver drove away from a traffic stop, according to police. The vehicle allegedly blew out a tire around the area near Grayson Drive. Two guns were found on Sunflower Street. At

Tracking afternoon scattered showers before a warmer weekend

May 4, 2023 12:59 PM Chance Gotsch

Today: Afternoon highs warm into the upper 70s as scattered showers make their way into southwestern portions of Central Missouri after 3 pm. Areas such as the Lake of the Ozarks region will see scattered showers throughout the afternoon and early evening hours. Tonight: Overnight lows cool to the mid-50s as a few spotty showers

Columbia Commission to discuss survey results on proposed changes to short-term rentals

May 4, 2023 6:19 AM Kennedy Miller

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ.) On Thursday, Columbia’s Planning and Zoning Commission is set to discuss survey results on proposed changes to short-term rentals. This issue has been up for debate between city leaders since 2018 and commissioners have been working to prepare a final draft of proposed regulations since September. In Columbia, there are currently about 370 active short-term

Tracking the beginnings of an active pattern that promises more rain

May 4, 2023 4:32 AM John Ross

TODAY: We’re starting clear and calm this morning, as high pressure has shifted just east of the region. Winds are beginning to turn back out of the south, and this will essentially drive warmth, and bring in better chances for rain. A weak and unorganized surface low will approach tonight. Ahead of it, a round

Local highlights and scores: May 3, 2023

May 3, 2023 10:14 PM Chanel Porter

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Here are your local scores from Wednesday, May 3, 2023. You can watch the highlights in the video player above. HS BASEBALL ROCK BRIDGE (4) HICKMAN (3) FINAL CAPITAL CITY (1) HELIAS (7) FINAL BLAIR OAKS (7) ST. ELIZABETH (1) FINAL SOUTH CALLAWAY (6) RUSSELLVILLE (4) FINAL HS GIRLS SOCCER ROCK BRIDGE

Columbia College softball and baseball advance in AMC tournaments

May 3, 2023 4:47 PM Chanel Porter

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Both the Columbia College softball and baseball teams secured wins on Wednesday to advance to day three of the AMC tournaments. Up first at Antimi Park, the softball team knocked off top-seed Cottey College 1-0. This game was truly a pitchers dual as Rock Bridge alum Ella Schouten allowed just four hits

Missouri lawmakers agree to fund I-70 expansion across entire state

May 3, 2023 11:55 AM Hannah Falcon

The Missouri legislature must pass a budget by 6 p.m. Friday.

CPS 2023-24 budget to include pay raises for employees

May 3, 2023 5:47 AM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ.) The Columbia Board of Education on Wednesday reviewed the potential 2023-24 school year budget, which among several things, includes a salary increase for CPS employees. CPS has $10,459,241 set aside to cover the total cost of salaries and benefits. With $6,431,491 being used for employee salaries, and $981,417 being used to cover

Generative AI programs being used to create more convincing scams

May 3, 2023 11:31 AM Mitchell Kaminski

The Better Business Business Bureau is warning people to be on the lookout for more convincing phishing scams generated by artificial intelligence.

Tracking an increase in bears in Mid-Missouri

May 3, 2023 6:23 PM Chance Gotsch

Over the past decade, there has been a steady increase in American black bear sightings across Mid-Missouri and the entirety of the state. According to Nate Bowersock of the Missouri Department of Conservation, the current estimated population sits at 900 black bears. Each year the population grows at around 9% meaning that in the next

Tracking rain and storms returning late Thursday into Friday

May 3, 2023 3:33 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly clear and not as cold with lows in the mid-upper 40s. TOMORROW: Partly sunny with increasing clouds and highs in the upper 70s. Showers and storms begin to work in from the west southwest by late afternoon. EXTENDED: After a beautiful Wednesday with upper high pressure in place, we’re tracking a breakdown in

Experts say gas prices will continue to fluctuate

May 3, 2023 11:48 AM Ethan Heinz

Gas prices are likely to continue fluctuating this summer, with things such as the OPEC+ oil group’s drop in production putting pressure on the oil market.

CPD warns residents online about vehicles break-ins

May 3, 2023 6:29 PM Avery Roehler

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department on Monday morning posted on Facebook reminding residents to lock their vehicles to prevent car break-ins. The post included surveillance footage from an alleged car break in that occurred Monday in the 700 block of King Avenue. CPD also included a graphic in a second post regarding the

U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt files first bill

May 3, 2023 1:07 PM Hannah Falcon

U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt has filed the first bill of his term — named the ERASER Act.

Man accused in death penalty case refuses to show up in court

May 3, 2023 4:11 PM Ryan Shiner

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Jefferson City man accused of stabbing the mother of his child to death refused to appear in court Wednesday. Sergio L. Sayles, 36, was charged in April with first-degree murder, armed-criminal action, evidence tampering and first-degree stalking. He remains in the Cole County Jail without bond. A motion for continuance was filed

Second man charged in relation to April Hy-Vee gas station shooting

May 3, 2023 3:31 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A second man was charged Wednesday in relation to a shooting that occurred last month at the Conley Road Hy-Vee gas station. Royelle D. Hunt, 34, is charged with unlawful possession of a gun, unlawful use of a weapon and armed-criminal action. An initial court appearance is set for 1:30 p.m. Thursday

Tracking a calm and sunny afternoon before showers and storms return Thursday

May 3, 2023 12:59 PM Chance Gotsch

Today: Afternoon highs warm into the lower 70s with skies remaining mostly sunny. Winds remain out of the north at 5 mph. Pollen levels remain high this afternoon. Tonight: Overnight lows cool to the mid-40s as skies become partly cloudy. Winds switch out of the southeast at 5 mph. Extended: Thursday morning begins dry as

Mizzou hangs on against Kansas on a big night for Luke Mann

May 2, 2023 3:08 PM Nathalie Jones

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Mizzou baseball team completed the season-sweep against Kansas at Taylor Stadium on Tuesday night. The Tigers hung on against the Jayhawks for a 9-7 win. MU scored eight, unanswered runs after KU got up 3-0 in the first inning, however, Kansas’ Luke Leto hit a home run in the ninth inning