Lake of the Ozarks water levels rapidly lowered as power demand surged
Experts say the rapid drop in water levels at Lake of the Ozarks is no cause for alarm and is directly tied to increased power demands from last…
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Extreme cold weather leads to early pothole repairs
A MoDOT news release said about 300 pothole patching crews were out Monday working to fix roads…
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School board, City Council forums to discuss climate change
Candidates for Columbia’s City Council and school board are set to hold forums regarding energy and climate concerns.…
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Local fire officials talk about ice safety as temperatures warm up
COLUMBIA, MO (KMIZ) Fire officials warn about icy road conditions remaining in some areas, damaged pipes and safety icy ponds and rivers. Brad…
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Frigid temperatures cause ice jam on the Missouri River
We recorded 14 days in a row below freezing this month, with near record temperatures for several days in that period. The frigid air around…
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Snow closes schools, alters bus routes to close out the week
Dozens of local schools have been out or learning online this week as multiple rounds of snow and a blanket of bitter cold settled over…
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Memorial Union pipe burst causes minimal damage
A University of Missouri official says a sprinkler pipe burst and caused minimal damage to the Memorial…
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Columbia halts ice skating, fishing
The city opened up ice skating at Stephens Lake Park on Tuesday and ice fishing at Cosmo-Bethel Park last…
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Columbia Public Works lifts parking restrictions
Columbia Public Works has lifted parking restrictions on Thursday after being put into effect…
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Fire and insurance experts talk fire preparedness
Local fire departments have been responding to an increase in fires in the recent weeks as the weather has turned…
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Bitter cold leads to several water customers waiting for frozen pipe assistance
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The polar vortex has led to several issues across the Midwest, leaving several citizens with frozen water pipes across…
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Mid-Missouri road crews fighting another round of snow as winter barrage continues
A look at what area transportation agencies were doing Wednesday to battle the latest round of wintry…
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WEATHER ALERT DAY: Snowfall continues in Mid-Missouri
The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather team has issued a Weather Alert Day today with the threat of accumulating snow returning. Another disturbance moving…
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Columbia Public Schools, other school districts call off Thursday classes as snow falls
Several Mid-Missouri schools have called off Thursday classes as snow continues to fall on roads that are already covered or partially…
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Mid-Missouri still dealing with snow-packed roads
Residents across Mid-Missouri are still dealing with snow-packed roads on Wednesday…
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Fulton facing ‘financial disaster’ as natural gas prices skyrocket because of frozen pipes
Fulton’s city council will meet Tuesday night to address concerns over fluctuating natural gas and wholesale electricity prices that could impact…
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Road crews racing against the clock before snow returns
Crews are working to clear the roads of the slushy snow that remained on the roads Tuesday.…
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Columbia Parks and Rec opens Stephens Lake Park for ice skating
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Stephens Lake Park is now open for ice skating. The Columbia Parks and Rec Department says the ice now measures four inches…
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Road agencies ready plows ahead of more snow overnight
Road crews are gearing up to work another long night with snowfall forecast for Mid-Missouri overnight and into…
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School districts announce closures ahead of more snow Wednesday
Several Mid-Missouri school districts announced Wednesday closures on Tuesday afternoon, as bitter cold kept snow clinging to some roads with more on…
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