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Animal shelters still at work during COVID-19 pandemic

April 10, 2020 4:53 PM Ben Fein

Animal shelters aren’t open to the public, but they’ve been working to provide care to animals in need.

Reptile dealer murder case to be heard in another county

April 10, 2020 4:17 PM ABC 17 News Team

The murder trial of a man accused in the killing of a Montgomery County reptile breeder has been moved to Audrain County.

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Man charged with February shooting on Redwood Road arrested Thursday

April 10, 2020 3:58 PM Matt Ragsdale

Columbia police officers arrested a man accused of a shooting on Redwood Road that sent at least one person to the hospital.

Parson creates group to oversee COVID-19 stimulus spending

April 10, 2020 2:21 PM Matt Ragsdale

Gov. Mike Parson and state leaders are scheduled to hold a COVID-19 briefing on Friday at 3 p.m.

Two teenagers charged with armed robbery on Rollins Road

April 10, 2020 3:52 PM Matt Ragsdale

Boone County prosecutors charged two teens with first-degree robbery in connection with an incident that happened on Rollins Road early Friday.

Boone County auditor signals early warning about sales tax projections

April 10, 2020 3:27 PM Amber Tabeling

A Boone County official is sounding an early warning to prepare for a possible sharp loss in revenue from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Boone County Jail, MU hospitals boosting disinfectant steps amid virus outbreak

April 10, 2020 12:20 PM Joe McLean

Among its many safety procedures to slow the spread of COVID-19, the Boone County Jail launched a new step Tuesday aimed at killing off traces of the virus that may be lingering on visitors’ clothes.

Jefferson City police recommend stay-at-home order violation charge after chase

April 10, 2020 12:10 PM Matthew Sanders

Jefferson City police are recommending prosecutors charge a man with violating the county’s stay-at-home order along with domestic assault, vehicle theft and other charges.

Demand for home baking supplies on the rise due to COVID-19

April 10, 2020 11:48 AM Brittany Wiley

Empty grocery store shelves have been an issue since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and even the baking aisle isn’t safe.

Churches making adjustments for Easter weekend celebrations due to COVID-19

April 9, 2020 8:56 PM Ben Fein

Many Church goers across Mid-Missouri are going to have to celebrate Easter from home this weekend amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the state.

Honesty, availability key in talking with children about COVID-19

April 9, 2020 11:54 AM Brittany Wiley

With coronavirus continuing to spread across the globe it can be difficult to escape conversations about it. Depending on the child, the virus can also feel very intimidating, so experts say it’s important to be available to listen to and talk with your child.

THURSDAY UPDATES: Columbia assisted living center confirms coronavirus case

April 9, 2020 2:06 PM ABC 17 News Team

A place for regular updates about news related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Man accused of shooting at van on I-70

April 9, 2020 10:34 PM Katie Greathouse

Troopers arrested a Boonville man accused of shooting at a van on Interstate 70.

Andrew’s at-home sports: April 9, 2020

April 9, 2020 10:14 PM Andrew Kauffman

ABC 17 Sports Director Andrew Kauffman is asking all of our viewers to send in your best at-home sports videos to news@kmiz.com. He will share the best ones in his 10 p.m. sportscast every night for the foreseeable future. You can watch Andrew’s at-home sports from Thursday, April 9 in the video player above.

State leaders urge drivers to stop speeding amid stay-at-home order

April 9, 2020 6:30 PM Katie Greathouse

Gov. Mike Parson said speeding is increasing despite a statewide stay-at-home order and a drop in traffic.

Mizzou and Kansas football working on Border War return

April 9, 2020 11:20 AM Tyler Murry

COLUMBIA, Mo. – In an email to Tiger Scholarship Fund members, Mizzou Athletic Director Jim Sterk said Missouri and Kansas are working on an agreement for a four-game series in football. Mizzou basketball will also face Kansas starting in 2020-21. The last time the Tigers and Jayhawks played football was on Nov. 26, 2011, in

University of Missouri looking at ways to cut costs amid COVID-19 pandemic

April 9, 2020 7:35 PM Zach Boetto

The University of Missouri is looking for ways to cut costs to account for state financial cuts amid the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Cole County leaders told to brace for financial slam from virus-related business closures

April 9, 2020 11:50 AM Joe McLean

Cole County elected officials and department leaders are being warned to prepare for the looming economic impact of the coronavirus.

As unemployment claims spike, changes have been made to help Americans stay afloat

April 9, 2020 5:56 PM Connor Hirsch

As unemployment numbers across the state and country remain sky-high, there are many resources for individuals under the federal COVID-19 stimulus package.

Boone Hospital Center COVID-19 drive-thru testing

VIDEO: Boone County commissioner on stay-at-home order’s effectiveness

April 9, 2020 5:46 PM ABC 17 News Team

Boone County Commissioner Fred Parry during a live interview Thursday on ABC 17 News joined the chorus of local officials saying stay-at-home orders are working to slow down COVID-19.