Missouri data center opponents rally in Capitol
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Trump takes questions at G7 summit
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
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Tracking a windy and hot day ahead of a chance for severe storms this afternoon
TODAY: Wednesday is an ABC17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day. A surface low, located across the northern plains this morning, will drive a complex of storms along its warm front through Iowa, northeast Missouri, and Illinois through the morning. There is a chance these storms could clip areas near HWY 36 in Mid-Missouri around 5-7 a.m.
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FBI reports nine drones seized, 14 violations in first few days of World Cup festivities in Kansas City
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the first of six FIFA World Cup matches kicked off Tuesday in Kansas City, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is sounding the alarm on drone use near the stadium and celebration events. Ahead of the games, the Federal Aviation Administration imposed temporary flight restrictions around World Cup stadiums, fan festivals and
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World Cup is the pinnacle of soccer’s growth in Missouri
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) When Missouri’s first-ever World Cup match kicks off at Arrowhead Stadium on Tuesday night, the state’s long-standing soccer culture will be on full display. Over the past few decades, the game of soccer has absolutely exploded in the state of Missouri. In fact, it’s the fastest growing major-spectator sport out there. “I
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Data center proposed in northern Callaway County
Stakeholders are in active talks about a possible 800,000 square foot data center in Callaway County.
Western District Commissioner Christopher Scott told ABC 17 News that Crusoe, a Denver-based AI company, would build the 14-acre center somewhere in the north Callaway area.
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Missouri woman accused of using forged credentials to secure nursing jobs
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Linn Creek woman was charged on Tuesday in Camden County with four felonies after authorities claim she used fake credentials to serve as a nurse. The Missouri Attorney General’s office has charged Darcee Heath with three counts of forgery and one count of practicing nursing with fraudulently obtained academic credentials. Court
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Violations for Jefferson City minibike ordinance include fines
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) On Monday night, the Jefferson City Council passed an ordinance prohibiting the use of minibikes on public streets. The vote passed 8-1, with Ward 5 Councilwoman Mackenzie Job being the lone vote against the ordinance. ABC 17 News reached out to Job on Tuesday morning. According to the ordinance it classifies
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Kansas City expands public transit for FIFA World Cup matches
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) As Kansas City prepares to host six FIFA World Cup matches, officials are expanding public transit and launching shuttle services to help move hundreds of thousands of expected visitors throughout the region. Argentina and Algeria will play the first match at 8 p.m. Tuesday at Arrowhead Stadium, which is being called
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Tracking a warm and windy Wednesday ahead of severe storms
TONIGHT: Partly cloudy and mild with lows in the lower 60s. TOMORROW: Windy and warm with highs in the upper 80s to around 90. Severe storms possible by late afternoon into the evening with the threat of damaging winds, 1″ hail, and a few tornadoes. EXTENDED: A warm front lifts north across the region tonight,
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Boone County Joint Communications enters agreements with several local agencies to upgrade radio system
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone County Emergency Management is continuing its multi-million dollar expansion of radio upgrades after the Boone County Commission and the Columbia City Council passed several Radio Grant Program measures on Monday and Tuesday. Through the grant, agencies can receive portable, hand-held radios that are similar to walkie-talkies or mobile radios that are
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Live reports from FIFA FanFest
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)
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Tracking more sunshine this afternoon, severe storms tomorrow
THIS AFTERNOON: Spotty showers clear to the south, with more sunshine and comfortable temperatures in the mid-70s. TONIGHT: Mostly clear and cool, with lows falling to the low 60s. EXTENDED: Wednesday is an ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day for the threat of severe storms in the afternoon and evening. A warm front will lift north
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Tracking a few showers Tuesday, and a few strong storms Wednesday
TODAY: Tuesday is mild with a chance for showers. Temperatures and dew points are slightly higher than on Monday, ahead of a cold front that brings a chance for light showers to weak thunderstorms. Rainfall amounts will range from a trace to a quarter of an inch. Rain should leave the southern region by late
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FIFA Fan Fest kicks off as Argentina takes on Algeria in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The FIFA World Cup kicks into high gear Tuesday in Kansas City as the reigning world champions, Argentina, face off against Algeria. The FIFA Fan Fest will be open from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday for fans to enjoy World Cup matches and other festivities. The festival, located at the
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Highway by Butler Memorial Airport closed again as federal officials investigate deadly plane crash
BUTLER, Mo. (KMIZ) The Butler Police Department said Monday that North Business 49 at the Butler Memorial Airport will be closed as officials investigate a deadly plane crash from Sunday that killed 12 people. Officials from the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board arrived on Monday. According to the FAA, the plane
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Jefferson City Council adopts restrictions for minibikes, street takeovers
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Council on Monday passed two proposed ordinances to crack down on illegal street takeovers and the use of minibikes on public roads. However, the council voted to amend the street takeover ordinance before it was unanimously approved. Under the new ordinance, activities such as burnouts, “donuts,” drag racing,
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Three vehicles involved in I-70 crash at St. Charles Road exit in Columbia
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A three-vehicle crash led to the eastbound lane of Interstate 70 to close down on Monday evening near the St. Charles Road exit in Columbia. Boone County Joint Communications sent a notification at 8:32 p.m. stating that the road was closed at the 133.4-mile marker because of a crash. Traffic appeared to
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State’s aviation community mourns after 12 die in plane crash in western Missouri
COLUMBIA MO. (KMIZ) After a skydiving pilot and 11 skydivers we killed after their plane crashed after takeoff Sunday in western Missouri, skydiving businesses and pilots across the state are providing there reaction. Jake Strain, co-owner of Skydive STL, says the accident hits home. “It is deeply tragic, most things are a lot of time
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Tracking rain early Tuesday, severe storms possible on Wednesday
TONIGHT: Increasing clouds late with lows in the upper 50s. TOMORROW: Rain and a few rumbles early with late afternoon clearing. Highs in the upper 70s to near 80. EXTENDED: his evening will be nice, but as a front approaches from the north early tomorrow morning, we’ll see a shot at rain and a few
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