TODAY: Wednesday is drier, but we retain a chance for a weak shower or storm on a very isolated basis. This evening, a short wave aloft will roll in on the heels of Beryl, driving these limited chances for rain. No meaningful rain comes from this, so the flood threat stays away. With more sunshine,
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TODAY: Wednesday is drier, but we retain a chance for a weak shower or storm on a very isolated basis. This evening, a short wave aloft will roll in on the heels of Beryl, driving these limited chances for rain. No meaningful rain comes from this, so the flood threat stays away. With more sunshine,
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FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) In August, residents of Callaway County will elect a new sheriff, in what is likely the biggest race of the county. The Republican primary race between current interim sheriff Darryl Maylee and Victor Pitman occurs on August 6. Former Sheriff Clay Chism is unable to serve after losing his peace officer’s license
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FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Nia Hinson: Okay, so to start, I’m just gonna have you give me a little bit of background and just tell me a little bit more about yourself. Victor Pitman: Okay, well, my name is Victor Pittman, p-i-t-m-a-n. I’ve been a law enforcement officer for over 40 years. Most of that has
Continue Reading FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Nia Hinson: So to start, I’m just going to have you to give me a little bit of your background and just tell me a little bit more about yourself and your background in law enforcement training. Darryl Maylee: Okay my name is Darrell Maylee I’m acting interim Sheriff here at Callaway
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Management at the Heather Ridge Apartment Complex says the water is safe to use after ongoing issues. However, flooding issues remain. One tenant who wished to remain anonymous due to fear of retaliation from Mills Property, told ABC 17 News that they woke up on the morning of June 30 without any
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“A small procession will escort Assistant Chief Matt Tobben back to his hometown of Union, Mo. will occur Tuesday, July 9, 2024,” the post read. “Tentative departure time from Columbia, Mo is 10:15 and the procession will travel Interstate 70 to Highway 47 toward Union. The procession will turn on Independence Drive then onto Church Street to Oltmann Funeral Home.”
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Gov. Mike Parson signed multiple bills into law on Tuesday, including one that will create new law enforcement legislation. Senate Bill 754 is a larger crime bill that establishes several other laws, including Max’s Law, Blair’s Law and a law regarding juvenile parole eligibility. All legislation will take effect on Aug.
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TONIGHT: Mostly sunny with an isolated shower or storm. Highs in the mid-upper 80s. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny with highs in the upper 80s. EXTENDED: Rain looks to completely move east out of the area by this evening, leaving us dry overnight with gradually decreasing clouds. We have picked up about 3/4″ in Columbia so far
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The leader of Mizzou Football is already in the hunt for a prestigious coaching honor. Eli Drinkwitz is one of the 21 college football coaches featured on the 2024 Dodd Trophy preseason watch list. The Dodd Trophy is named after College Football Hall of Fame inductee Bobby Dodd. It is awarded to
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The 2024 edition of SEC Media Days will be a star-studded affair for the Mizzou football team. On Monday, the Southeastern Conference announced that, in addition to head coach Eli Drinkwitz, quarterback Brady Cook, wide receiver Luther Burden and defensive tackle Kristian Williams will all be in attendance in Dallas. Mizzou’s appearance
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) One of the most successful head coaches in Tolton baseball history is departing from the program to return to his alma mater. A school spokesperson confirmed to ABC 17 Sports on Monday that Ehrich Chick has informed Father Tolton Catholic High School that he will be stepping away from serving as its
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UPDATES: Tuesday Morning: There is little change to the forecast this morning, just an update in rainfall expectations. BLOG: The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team has issued a Weather Alert Day ahead of the potential for more dangerous flooding as rain and storms return to Mid-Missouri tonight through Tuesday afternoon. The remnants of Tropical Storm
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TODAY: Tuesday is an ABC17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day as widespread rain from the remnants of what was Hurricane Beryl move through the region. Widespread 2-4 inches of rain in southeast mid-Missouri will be an issue as it falls over already saturated, or near saturated grounds, causing a flood threat. The majority of the region
Continue Reading A Boone County Firefighter died Monday morning while conducting a water rescue in Columbia.
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TONIGHT: Increasing clouds with scattered showers and storms moving in from the south. Lows in the upper 60s. TOMORROW: Widespread rain and a few storms, with the heaviest rain along I-44. Flooding possible through late afternoon, especially south of I-70. Highs in the mid-70s. EXTENDED: The Weather Team is issuing a Weather Alert Day for the
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TODAY: Scattered showers push through Mid-Missouri throughout the day as highs reach into the lower 80s. TONIGHT: Overnight lows cool to the upper 60s as showers and storms push into the area from Hurricane Beryl’s remnants. Flooding remains a concern as this system drops high rainfall rates through the region on already saturated grounds. EXTENDED:
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s holiday counting period is coming to an end Sunday evening. Nearly 71 million people across the country were expected to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday weekend, according to AAA. Travel has increased by 5% compared to 2023 and by 8% since 2019. AAA’s Senior
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) ABC 17’s Kyle Helms brought on Hallsville’s new head football coach Paul Stevens in this week’s edition of Sunday Sit-down to preview the upcoming season and discuss his expectations for his first year leading the school’s football program. You can watch their full conversation in the video player above.
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TONIGHT: I’m tracking a line of storms that will move east into more central portions of Missouri by 4-7 PM. Highest concern with these storms are lightning and heavy downpours, but some storms could produce gusty winds and small hail stones. TOMORROW: I’m tracking storms dissipating throughout the morning but a mix of clouds and
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