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Daniel Boone Regional Library rejects union contract

November 14, 2023 9:05 AM Marina Diaz

The Union said in a news release that it is holding the rally to urge the library to move toward an agreement that improves wages and benefits for workers.

Central Missouri Humane Society eyeing three possible locations for new shelter

November 14, 2023 11:44 AM Morgan Buresh

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Central Missouri Humane Society is considering three locations for its new home, with one being city-owned property at Strawn Road and I-70 Drive. The current shelter at Big Bear Boulevard has outgrown its space and the almost 50-year-old building has also turned into a safety hazard with caving ceilings, crumbling walls,

Columbia Fire Department: One brought to hospital Monday after motorcycle crashes with school bus

November 14, 2023 1:38 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) One person was brought to an area hospital on Monday morning after a motorcycle was involved in a crash with a school bus, according to an email from Columbia Fire Department Assistant Chief Jeffrey Heidenreich. Heidenreich said one person was brought to an area hospital with “potentially life-threatening injuries.” The crash occurred at

Columbia man pleads guilty to statutory sodomy, sentenced 12 years

November 14, 2023 12:50 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man who was charged with statutory sodomy pleaded guilty on Monday. Jacob Thomas Noel, 36, pleaded guilty to statutory sodomy with a person younger than 14 years old and was sentenced to 12 years in prison. He was given credit for time served and his sentence will run concurrently with

Woman accused of killing MU student, burning body committed to Department of Mental Health

November 14, 2023 12:24 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A woman who was accused of killing a University of Missouri student and burning the body in January has been committed to the Department of Mental Health, according to court documents. Emma Adams, 21, was charged with second-degree murder, armed criminal action, tampering with physical evidence and abandoning a corpse. Her next

Eight apply for Ward 2 Columbia City Council seat

November 14, 2023 11:27 AM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Eight people have applied for the soon-to-be open Ward 2 seat on the Columbia City Council, according to an email from City Clerk Sheela Amin. The deadline to apply was Monday. The list of applicants includes: Susan Renee CarterRachel ProffittLisa MeyerWilliam MoyesCornellia WilliamsFrederick SaffoldRobert Schreiber IIILucio Martino Bitoy IV Applications opened after

Police use gas, take one in custody after Monday standoff in central Columbia

November 13, 2023 2:12 PM Ryan Shiner, Lucas Geisler, Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) One man was arrested after a standoff took place Monday afternoon in the 1200 block of Larch Court in central Columbia. Columbia Police Department spokesman Christian Tabak told ABC 17 News around 4:30 p.m. that police took Ronald Powell, 28, into custody. Tabak said no shots were fired and no injuries have

Columbia Board of Education meeting includes filing requirements for April candidates

November 13, 2023 7:22 PM Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Board of Education included candidate filing requirements for the April election. Columbia Public Schools will start accepting candidacy fillings for any one who is interested in running for one of two positions. People who are interested can begin putting their name on the ballot at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5.

Central Missouri Humane Society in need of a new shelter, still not taking new dogs

November 13, 2023 11:45 AM Morgan Buresh

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Central Missouri Humane Society is still not able to take in new dogs after diagnosing another case of canine pneumovirus last week. Canine pneumovirus is a highly contagious virus among dogs, similar to a cold among humans, according to Amie Burling with the MU College of Veterinary Medicine. She said it’s

Hy-Vee, Schnucks to be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas

November 13, 2023 6:30 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Hy-Vee and Schnucks have announced in separate press releases that their locations will be closed on Thanksgiving (Nov. 23) and Christmas. Schnucks announced its holiday hours in a Thursday press release and Hy-Vee announced its holiday hours in a Monday release. The holiday closures affect all Schnucks, Eatwell, Hy-Vee grocery stores, Dollar

Columbia’s next police chief to be announced Wednesday at City Hall

November 13, 2023 4:17 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia’s next chief of police will be announced Wednesday during a press conference at Columbia City Hall, according to a Monday press release from the city. The press conference will take place at 2 p.m. and is open to the public, according to the release. The four finalists include: former Forest Park Chief

Naloxone education and distribution event to be held Thursday at church on Smiley Lane

November 13, 2023 1:59 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A naloxone education and distribution event will be held 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church at 1707 Smiley Lane, according to a Monday press release from the Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Services. PHHS staff will also provide a brief training session for walk-ins from 6:30-7 p.m., the release

Five apply so far for open Ward 2 Columbia City Council seat

November 13, 2023 1:00 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Five people have applied so far for the soon-to-be open Ward 2 Columbia City Council seat. The city announced last month that it will be accepting applications for an appointment until 5 p.m. Monday. Ward 2 Councilwoman Andrea Waner announced her resignation in October, effective Nov. 22. Waner told ABC 17 News on Oct. 2 that

Local businesses thrive as MU Football’s successful season boosts revenue

November 11, 2023 8:02 PM Euphenie Andre

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Local businesses across Columbia see an increase in revenue as the University of Missouri football program has a stellar season. For the first time since 1980, MU Football sold four consecutive sellout games. The hype around the Tigers led to a surge in shopping and engagement throughout Columbia. Bud’s BBQ is located

Columbia man charged, accused of helping murder suspect avoid police

November 13, 2023 11:23 AM Madison Stuerman

Boone County Prosecutors have filed charges against Maurice Penny Jr. after he is accused of helping Ja’Shaun Barney avoid arrest.

Both driving lanes of Ridgemond Bridge to close starting Wednesday

November 12, 2023 9:35 PM Grace Pankey

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Ridgemont Bridge is scheduled to close for its removal and replacement on Wednesday. The contractor for the City of Columbia, S&A Equipment and Builders LLC, announced on Wednesday that both of the driving lanes of Ridgemont will be closed between College Park Drive and Highridge Drive. The work is expected to

Columbia church fire cause by candle, not sound equipment

November 12, 2023 5:04 PM Euphenie Andre

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The report on the United Methodist Church fire revealed it was caused by a candle and not sound equipment like the Columbia Fire Department originally said. In July, ABC 17 reported on the fire that occurred at the United Methodist Church. Initially, the Columbia Fire Department stated that the fire resulted from

Columbia found not guilty after being accused of child abuse

November 12, 2023 6:28 PM abc17news-Newsroom

EDITOR’S NOTE: Oringderff was acquitted Jan. 23, 2025, after a trial. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia woman was arrested Saturday after she was charged with child abuse. A warrant was served to Taylor Ashley Oringderff, 31, after she was charged with one count of child abuse, originally filed on Nov. 3. According to online court

A day in the life of a lifelong Columbia resident experiencing homelessness

November 11, 2023 5:27 PM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Homelessness affects more than half a million people nationwide, according to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, and Mid-Missouri is no exception. That includes lifelong Columbia resident, Chris Eubanks who says he has been homelessness for the past two years. “It can literally happen to anybody,” Eubanks said. Chris Eubanks is a

MU football game will honor military members, traffic impacts expected

November 11, 2023 4:34 AM Gabrielle Teiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) On Saturday, the 16th-ranked University of Missouri Tigers will go head to head against the 14th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers at 2:30 p.m. with special military appreciation events planned in light of Veterans Day. The Mizzou Tigers will be wearing their special all-black Veterans Day uniforms. The helmet is also black with a large