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After weeks of debate about how to precede with development in downtown Columbia, a new proposal could change some of the guidelines for builders. Councilwoman Barbara Hoppe proposed an ordinance requiring three zoning changes in the central business district. “These are three things that would affect a certain type of development,” Tim Teddy, community development

26-year-old Zachary Dawson was found shot in a Monroe County home Feb. 19. Since then, the Missouri State Highway Patrol and other agencies have been working on what they’re calling a death investigation. Two witnesses who were arrested in connection with the death investigation appeared in the Monroe County Circuit Court on Tuesday. According to

Chris Clark will hit the recruiting trail again. The Hickman guard reopened his recruitment after decommitting from University of Tennessee- Martin. Clark was one of the top players for the Hickman Kewpies boys basketball team, who finished second at the state tournament. When asked what schools he would consider, Clark sent this text to ABC

Some Missouri health officials are stressing the importance of vaccination in light of a measles outbreak on the west coast. The California Department of Health said Friday it received 49 reports of measles in the state, many in Orange County. California had only four reports of measles at the end of March 2013. Although the

A Higbee woman was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges for stealing nearly $176,000 from Million-Taylor Funeral Home. That money was intended to cover customers’ funeral expenses. 40-year-old Beverly Susan Rene Smith was hired in 2001 as the office manager, and held the position until June 2012. Her position included payroll expenses and

Voters in the Harrisburg school district are being asked to decide on a $2 million proposition. Proposition 2 is considered a “no-tax increase bond issue” which will allow the school to install better security, update technology and improve maintenance for the school district. Although enrollment in the Harrisburg school district has remained static over the

A more than 80-year-old bridge on the Columbia city limits is now off limits to school buses, fire trucks and other essential vehicles. This has more a dozen families worried for their safety Tuesday night. The bridge is on Rustic Road just east of Columbia near the Southeast city limits. The road is shared between

Crews were working to fix two outdoor warnings sirens in Jefferson City Tuesday morning, just in time for more severe weather this week. Last week when severe thunderstorms struck mid-Missouri, those sirens did not work. The sirens, one on Militia Drive and the other on Route 179, were damaged back in September after getting hitby

Jefferson City police say one man is dead from what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a domestic incident. Around 2 a.m. Tuesday, police were called out to the 1700 block of Bunker Hill. A woman told police her husband had threatened her with a gun during an argument. The woman was able

A Jefferson City man who was jailed for reportedly threatening and chasing a Mid-Missouri woman over the weekend with a pair of bolt cutters has been released on bond. According to court documents, 34-year-old Matthew Hamilton told law enforcement he had smoked synthetic drugs and became confused. They say after being read his rights, Hamilton

The University of Missouri said Monday night they were still discussing what to do next with Tara Apartments. The balconies at the complex were set to be sealed off over spring break so engineers could take a closer look to decide if they’re structurally sound. Residents ABC 17 News talked to said their balconies had

Those last 48 hours have been a whirlwind for Kim Anderson. On Monday, it was capped off with a rally in Warrensburg. More than 3,000 supporters showing up for their national champs. “Been overwhelmed the last 48 hours but it’s a happy day in Warrensburg,” said Anderson, a former Mizzou assistant and Sedalia native. “(they

When you look at your cell phone bill, you know there’s a list of additional charges, fees, and taxes youpay each month. While there is a tax on landline emergency calls, there’s no tax on 911 calls from wireless devices. The increase in calls has led to a lack of funding for 911 services in

Columbia Regional Airport will add another daily flight to Chicago on Wednesday. Leaders say it’s just the beginning of something larger in their partnership with American Airlines. Airport officials think it will boost the airport’s departure numbers to about 120,000 a year. Last year, the airport serviced roughly 80,000 people. The relationship with American Airlines

Classrooms the Monday after Spring Break are not often filled with cheers. However, that was the case today for five teachers at the University of Missouri. They were each surprised with a $10,000 check. The William T. Kemper Fellowships for teaching and excellence is an award given each spring to five outstanding teachers that exemplify

Governor Nixon named a Columbia man director of the Department of Social Services Monday. Brian Kinkade, who is currently the acting director of the department, has been a resident of Columbiasince 1981 and studied at the University of Missouri. “Brian’s depth of experience and tireless commitment to the health and safety of Missouri families have

MoDOT road crews began striping on state highways Monday, but had to stop early in the day due to rain showers that moved through the area during the morning hours. Crews will resume striping this week and next, weather permitting. Striping will start on U.S. 54 from Jefferson City to the Lake of the Ozarks.

A man arrested for a deadly Columbia car accident pleaded guilty on all three counts Monday morning. Spencer Gordon, 22, admitted to one count of involuntary manslaughter and two counts of second-degree assault. Sentencing is set for June 2. Investigators say Gordon was driving drunk on Providence Road in December 2012 when he crashed into

The final suspect in a Columbia murder is now back in Boone County. Jimiah Lambert, 20, was booked into the Boone County jail Sunday night on murder charges. He was arrested earlier this month in New Orleans. He’s accused in the killing of Dontay Tolston. Two other suspects are already in jail for the crime.

Missouri guard Jordan Clarkson announced on Monday he is declaring for the NBA draft. Clarkson averaged 17.5 points per game and 3.4 assists per game. He was the primary ball handler for the Tigers (23-12) this season. He teamed up with Jabari Brown (19.9 points per game) and Earnest Ross (14.0 points per game) to