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First trial date set in Columbia fraternity hazing case

April 13, 2023 12:55 PM Matthew Sanders

The first trial date has been set against the defendants accused in connection with a University of Missouri fraternity pledge’s alcohol poisoning in October 2021.

Jefferson City School Board to swear in members and discuss district transportation

April 13, 2023 6:19 AM Joushua Blount

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) On Thursday, elected members of the Jefferson City Board of Education are set to officially join the district’s leadership. The meeting is scheduled to take place at JCPS Education Center at 204 Dix Road in Jefferson City. Scott Hovis and Brad Bates are two members who will return for another term

Tracking the potential for strong weekend storms with the breakdown of our quiet pattern

April 13, 2023 4:40 AM John Ross

TODAY: Thursday is the last true day in the pattern that’s kept us so sunny and warm. Things will change going forward into the weekend. For now, expect a very similar day to Wednesday, with mostly sunny skies, a light south breeze, and dry afternoon air making for a bright and warm day in the

Hickman athletes sign to continue careers at the collegiate level

April 12, 2023 7:41 PM Chanel Porter

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Eleven Hickman High School athletes signed their national letters of intent to take their talents tothe next level on Wednesday evening. The signings consisted of six players from the Kewpies baseball team, three cheerleaders, one girls soccer player and one track and XC athlete. Eight out of the eleven athletes signed to

Source: Missouri had third-most domestic violence reports in US

April 12, 2023 12:32 PM Nia Hinson

Jasmine King, a 22-year-old Jefferson City woman, became a victim of deadly domestic violence Monday night when the father of her child stabbed her in her apartment bedroom, police say.

Mizzou softball back in the win column with run-rule over Lindenwood

April 12, 2023 7:32 PM Chanel Porter

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou softball showed a dominate performance against in-state foe Lindenwood Wednesday winning 9-0 to stay unbeaten in midweek action. Missouri native freshman Cierra Harrison pitched a complete game on the mound allowing just one hit over five innings and recording six strikeouts. The Tigers came out of the gate hot putting up

Prosecutor to seek death penalty in Jefferson City murder case

April 12, 2023 2:01 PM Matthew Sanders

Cole County’s top prosecutor said Wednesday that his office will seek the death penalty against a Jefferson City man charged this week with the murder of his child’s mother.

Columbia Public Schools is aware of legal action against Evolv

April 12, 2023 4:36 PM Hannah Falcon

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Public Schools is considering using an AI security technology called Evolv. However, a law firm is trying to file a lawsuit against the company for allegedly misleading shareholders. The school district demonstrated the weapons-detection system Tuesday at Hickman High School. A national law firm called The Schall Group is working on

Tracking elevated fire conditions on Thursday

April 12, 2023 3:57 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Mostly clear and mild with lows in the low 50s. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny, breezy, and warm with highs in the lower 80s. EXTENDED: Fire weather conditions will be possible again on Thursday as dew points will be in the 40s and 50s along with a south breeze. Avoid any outdoor burning during the day.

Man charged in shooting outside Columbia gas station claims self-defense

April 12, 2023 12:55 PM Ethan Heinz

A man charged in a shooting outside a Columbia gas station this week told police that he fired in self-defense, according to court documents.

Fire closes part of Boone County highway

April 12, 2023 3:24 PM Matthew Sanders

A wildfire shut down part of a state highway in Boone County on Wednesday afternoon.

2023 Severe weather season update

April 12, 2023 5:50 PM Chance Gotsch

The start of the 2023 severe weather has been a busy one across a large portion of the United States. As conditions have switched out of the La Nina pattern we have seen the last three cycles, conditions have continued to change in the atmosphere. The general gist has been an increase in severe storms

Tracking well above average highs before a weekend cold front

April 12, 2023 12:55 PM Chance Gotsch

Today: Afternoon highs increase into the lower 80s as winds remain out of the southwest at 10-15 mph. Skies remain mostly sunny thanks to a high pressure system off the west. Tonight: Overnight lows cool back down into the lower 50s with mostly clear sky conditions. Winds remain out of the southwest at 5-10 mph.

Tracking warm air that sticks around until the weekend

April 12, 2023 4:14 AM John Ross

TODAY: High pressure is still parked directly east of us, dominating our weather pattern. Expect another sunny and warm day, with highs in the low 80s, just a degree or two warmer than yesterday. Winds will be from the south around 10-15 mph. TONIGHT: Skies stay clear overnight, with winds relaxing. Temperatures fall into the

Local highlights and scores: April 11, 2023

April 11, 2023 10:40 PM Nathalie Jones

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Here are your local scores from Tuesday, April 11, 2023. You can watch the highlights in the video player above. HS GIRLS SOCCER Jefferson City (0) Rock Bridge (4) FINAL Southern Boone (3) Fatima (0) FINAL Fulton (0) Moberly (1) FINAL Osage (0) Helias (8) FINAL Warrensburg (0) Smith-Cotton (6) FINAL HS

MU Health Care celebrates Jackson Road Medical Building grand opening in Boonville

April 11, 2023 9:53 PM Mitchell Kaminski

BOONVILLE, Mo. (KMIZ) MU Health Care on Tuesday celebrated the grand opening of its new Jackson Road Medical Building in Boonville. The 14,000 square-foot facility opened its doors March 27. The building — located at 516 Jackson Road — features an urgent care with extended hours, primary care, imaging including a CT scanner, lab and therapy services, according

Jefferson City man charged with murder after woman found dead

April 11, 2023 1:48 PM Matthew Sanders

Jefferson City police say they’ve arrested a man after finding a woman dead with stab wounds Monday.

I-70 expansion funding added into transportation budget

April 11, 2023 12:12 PM Hannah Falcon

Money to expand Interstate 70 was put back into the state budget Tuesday.

Tracking continuous sunshine before weekend showers and storms

April 11, 2023 3:28 PM Chance Gotsch

Tonight: Overnight lows cool to the lower 50s as skies remain mostly clear. Winds remain out of the southwest at 5-10 mph. Tomorrow: Afternoon highs warm into the lower 80s as skies remain mostly sunny. Winds remain out of the southwest at 5-10 mph. Extended: Skies remain mostly sunny throughout the week until Friday where

Columbia Public Schools demonstrates weapons detection system at Hickman High School

April 11, 2023 12:05 PM Ethan Heinz

Columbia Public Schools demonstrated a “touchless” weapons detection system Tuesday in response to high school students’ calls for increased safety amid frequent school shootings.