ABC 17 News at 6 p.m. newscast
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Watch a streaming-only edition of ABC 17 News at 6. The newscast aired at 6 p.m., July 4.
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Storm damage cancels Salute to America concert, but parade and fireworks move forward
According to a press release from the Jefferson City Police Department, roads near the Capitol grounds and around the festival will be blocked off from 5 a.m. on July 4 to 2 a.m. on July 5. JCPD also reminds drivers to be mindful of pedestrians in the area and plan for extra travel time.
Continue Reading ABC 17 News Saturday morning newscast
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Watch a special streaming-only version of ABC 17 News. The program originally streamed at 8 a.m. on July 4.
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Tracking morning storm chances for the 4th of July before dry weather for show time
TODAY: I’m tracking a warm start to the day with temperatures in the low 70s as you walk out the door, but waves of isolated to scattered storms moving in from the northwest throughout the morning hours will play a role in at least briefly cooling areas they pass through. This means that it could
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World Cup charm bracelets are top demand at KC Fan Fest
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The most sought after souvenir at Kansas City’s Fan Fest is something you can only get at this event. At any festival across the country, you can find a Bank of America sponsored booth with lines wrapping around the event. Each one of these is giving away unique charm bracelets, customized
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Company at center of canceled fireworks displays says refunds can be ‘handled through proper legal process’
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. (KMIZ) Several Mid-Missouri communities will be without their traditional Fourth of July fireworks displays this year after their fireworks vendor filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The City of Osage Beach, the Mexico Noon Lions Club and Lake Valley Golf Club in Camdenton were all affected. The Lions Club and Lake Valley Golf
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Mizzou women’s hoops lands first 2027 commit
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou women’s basketball coach Kellie Harper made a splash with the first commitment in her 2027 recruiting class, as the leader of the Tigers locked down the No. 2 overall prospect in the state of Iowa. On Friday, 6-foot-2 guard Katie Muller announced her commitment to MU, picking the Tigers over offers
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Troop F traffic fatalities nearly double, and water drowning incidents see an increase
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) EDITOR’S NOTE: A stat has been corrected to show traffic deaths are down statewide. Online traffic crash reports from the Missouri State Highway Patrol show that traffic fatalities in Troop F have nearly doubled so far this year compared to the same time period in 2025. MSHP Troop F — which covers
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Audrain County hospital demolition underway; new city hall planned
MEXICO, Mo. (KMIZ) Parts of the Audrain County hospital are being torn down as the City of Mexico prepares to build a new city hall and public safety facility. The county is taking charge of the demolition of the Stribling House and the former county health department building at the site, city manager Bruce Slagle
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World Cup fans weigh in on Kansas City’s heat, FIFA hydration breaks
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Triple-digit heat indexes and temperatures in the 90s have become one of the defining storylines of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but fans gathering in Kansas City for Friday night’s knockout-round match between Colombia and Ghana said the sweltering conditions in the afternoon have done little to dampen the experience. With
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Tracking more warmth and a chance for showers tomorrow, but should be dry for fireworks
TONIGHT: Warm temperatures continue tonight, but conditions will remain dry for the evening as lows hit the mid 70s. TOMORROW: Scattered showers are expected through the afternoon but should clear out come firework time. Any chance for an evening shower looks to be isolated to areas along the I-44 corridor. Temperatures will once again reach
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Why the threat of firework-related fires could still be an issue in Mid-Missouri
Tomorrow night, the sky across Mid-Missouri will light up with red, white, and blue to celebrate the 4th of July. If you take a look around your neighborhood, the landscape tells a story of extreme relief. Our lawns are vibrant, the fields are lush, and the dusty, cracked soil from our winter dry spell has
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Columbia native makes NBA Summer League roster
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Another member of the 2025-26 Mizzou men’s basketball team is getting a shot at the next level. On Friday, the Memphis Grizzlies announced that Columbia native Jevon Porter has made the club’s Summer League roster. The former Tiger forward is now the fourth player from last season’s roster to officially pursue a
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Tracking a hot, humid holiday weekend with storm chances throughout
TODAY: I’m tracking another ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day as potentially dangerous heat is possible throughout the rest of the afternoon. Heat index values will most likely reach the 100-degree mark by the mid-afternoon hours, but some areas could get closer to 105. Mostly dry and sunny conditions are expected, but isolated, brief storms
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History speaks from the walls of the Missouri Capitol
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) As America approaches its 250th birthday, few places capture the nation’s story quite like the Missouri Capitol, serving as more than just a space for governance. Stepping inside the Capitol is like stepping into a time machine of Missouri ingenuity. Visitors are greeted by walls and floors made of limestone from
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Tracking hit and miss rain chances over the holiday weekend
TODAY: Friday is yet another ABC17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day as heat persists. We expect heat index values near 100 degrees again today. Isolated storms are possible during the afternoon, but we’ll be keeping an eye on a cluster of storms from the north by late this morning, as it could bring rain chances to
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No mechanical issues found before deadly Butler skydiving plane crash
BUTLER, Mo. (KMIZ) A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board is providing new details about the plane crash that killed 12 people near Butler, Missouri, last month. According to the report, the aircraft was preparing for its third skydiving flight of the day when it crashed shortly after takeoff. Around 7:30 a.m., the
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State audit finds documentation gaps, policy violations in former Gov. Mike Parson’s office
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A new audit of former Gov. Mike Parson’s office found insufficient documentation for hundreds of thousands of dollars in state travel expenses, unallowable employee payments and a lack of recordkeeping, leading Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick to give the office a “fair” rating. The State Auditor’s Office rates agencies on a four-point
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Jefferson City’s Salute to America is taking extra precautions during the heat advisory
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Kmiz) The annual Salute to America Fourth of July Celebration began Thursday at the Missouri Capitol, and organizers and emergency personnel are implementing extra safety measures to address the heat advisory in effect through the holiday weekend. The festival will include events for multiple days for the first time since 2022. Organizers
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West Bethany Drive shooting suspect arrested, charged
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A 27-year-old man was arrested Wednesday evening in connection with a shooting on West Bethany Drive last month. The Boone County Prosecutor’s Office filed charges Thursday morning. Deangelo Hughes, 27, is being held Thursday in the Boone County Jail, and was charged with two counts of assault, five counts of armed criminal
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