Columbia Archives

Missouri standardized tests return to pre-pandemic normal this spring

March 24, 2022 7:38 PM Leila Mitchell

Two years after the pandemic canceled standardized testing for all Missouri students, tests this spring will look similar to a pre-pandemic normal.

Jefferson City police arrest Columbia shooting suspect

March 24, 2022 11:01 AM Matthew Sanders

Prosecutors charged Shaune A. Price, 34, of Columbia, in late January for a shooting inside an apartment on Clinkscales Road on New Year’s Eve

Two people hurt Thursday morning after crash on Providence Road

March 24, 2022 9:07 AM Zachary Farwell

Two people were hurt after a two-vehicle crash Thursday morning on Providence Road near Hickman High School in central Columbia.

Missouri officials concerned about halted COVID-19 aid to test, treat uninsured

March 24, 2022 5:45 AM Ben Fein

Missouri officials are voicing their concern, as the government has now halted aid to the Uninsured Program.

Amendment proposes ranked-choice voting for Missouri elections

March 23, 2022 7:10 PM Hannah Falcon

The way Missourians vote for state offices could change if the Better Elections Amendment passes.

Columbia mayoral, city council candidates address residents at forum Wednesday night

March 23, 2022 3:45 PM Leila Mitchell

The Columbia mayor and city council candidates running for Wards three and four will speak to the community Wednesday night, ahead of the April 5 election.

Talking Taxes: Late tax filings

March 23, 2022 5:56 PM ABC 17 News Team

April 18 is right around the corner and if you haven’t filed your taxes in several years we have some information that might help you.

COLUMBIA BOARD OF EDUCATION: Andrea Lisenby

March 21, 2022 9:02 PM Matthew Sanders

Andrea Lisenby is one of three first-time candidates for the Columbia Board of Education on the ballot April 5.

COLUMBIA BOARD OF EDUCATION: Blake Willoughby

March 21, 2022 8:47 PM Matthew Sanders

Blake Willoughby is seeking his second three-year term on the board of education.

COLUMBIA BOARD OF EDUCATION: Suzette Waters

March 22, 2022 10:39 AM Matthew Sanders

Suzette Waters is one of three people running for a seat on the Columbia Board of Education for the first time this April.

COLUMBIA BOARD OF EDUCATION: Adam Burks

March 22, 2022 3:14 PM Matthew Sanders

Adam Burks is critical of administrators at Columbia Public Schools.

Schnucks opens latest store at Battle Crossing

March 21, 2022 2:28 PM Joushua Blount

Schnucks opened its third store in Columbia and fourth store in Mid-Missouri at the Battle Crossing location at 5410 Clark Lane in Columbia on Wednesday.

Columbia mayoral, city council candidates to appear at events Wednesday

March 23, 2022 5:30 AM Ben Fein

Columbia mayoral and city council candidates are set to appear multiple times in the city Wednesday ahead of the April 5 election that will see the city elect a new mayor and possibly multiple new city council members.

Mizzou men’s basketball coach Dennis Gates reflects on what led him to the Tigers

March 22, 2022 4:10 PM Chanel Porter

Dennis Gates was introduced Tuesday afternoon as the 20th head coach for the men’s basketball team at the University of Missouri.

Columbia felon pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession

March 22, 2022 7:35 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Columbia man pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday for illegally possessing several firearms as a felon.

Man arrested on multiple warrants after standoff in north Columbia

March 22, 2022 3:29 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Jesse Jenkins was arrested for several felony arrest warrants and had probable cause for arrest in relation to numerous theft investigations.

Fans excited to welcome new Mizzou men’s basketball coach

March 22, 2022 4:50 PM Marina Diaz

The University of Missouri men’s basketball team welcomed Dennis Gates as its new head coach, and some fans said Tuesday that they are excited to see what he does for the team.

Next principal announced for Alpha Hart Lewis Elementary School

March 22, 2022 2:15 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Columbia, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Board of Education has received a recommendation on the next principal for Alpha Hart Lewis Elementary School. Officials say Amanda Minear will take over the role from current Interim Principal Brian Rehg. Rehg will be returning to his position as assistant principal at Parkade Elementary School where he served prior

University of Missouri Board of Curators scheduled to meet amid search for new men’s basketball coach at MU

March 21, 2022 7:48 AM Zachary Farwell

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri Board of Curators is scheduled to hold a special meeting Tuesday morning. The announcement comes as the University of Missouri searches for a new men’s head basketball coach. Board members are set to meet virtually over Zoom at 7 a.m., according to a public notice issued on Monday

Abuse allegations could force former Missouri governor, U.S. Senate candidate out of primary

March 21, 2022 7:00 PM Hannah Falcon

Sheena Greitens accused her ex-husband Eric Grietens, Republican U.S. Senate candidate and former Missouri governor, of physical abuse in an affidavit in their child custody case.