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An Audrain County murder suspect appeared in court Friday afternoon. 34-year-old Ricky Harding of Mexico is charged with second degree murder, armed criminal action, domestic assault, and 4 counts of endangering the welfare of a child. Harding is the suspect in the death of Summer Hickman in the 15000 block of Audrain Road 923. Audrain

Construction began Friday morning on a multi-million dollar Allied Health building at Central Methodist University. The president of the university said without the building they would have had to turn students away. “Because of our existing facilities, we have an incredible nursing program today, but we’re just not large enough to house the demand that

Road crews have started work on St. Charles Road East in Boone County. Crews are putting asphalt down from Route Z all the way to the Callaway County line. The road is down to one lane, and you can’t park along it each day between 7:00 a.m. and 7 p.m. The project is expected to

A missing 68-year-old man was found safe Friday afternoon. Members of the Boone County Fire Protection District and the Missouri State Highway Patrol were looking for a missing George Hartmann Sr. who was last seen Thursday morning. Hartmann was last seen by a family member at his home in the 2100 block of East Pinnacles

A Mexico, Missouriman was convicted of child sex crimes late Thursday, according to the Audrain County prosecutor’s office. Thomas Miller, 49, was found guilty of child molestation, statutory sodomy, child abuse and endangerment charges. His sentencing is scheduled for September 19. Miller faces a minimum of five years in prison and a maximum of 44

Troopers say a Monroe County woman is dead after getting hit by a train. The accident happened Thursday evening southwest of Madison. Investigators say Christy Mitcham, 40, of Madison failed to stop for an eastbound train and was hit. Her vehicle flipped and Mitcham was thrown from the car.

Boone County deputies are investigating after a shots fried call north of Columbia. Around 10:30 p.m. Thursday deputies were called out to the 8700 block of Route Z for a report of shots fired. Highway Patrol troopers also assisted in the call. At this point it is not clear how many shots were fired, but

At least three homes were riddled with bullets after a shooting Wednesday night on Rice Road. Neighbors told ABC 17 News they feel lucky to be alive, because some were sitting outside when the bullets started flying. Others were inside, but even they weren’t safe because some of the bullets crashed into a home, too.

The debate continued Thursday on whether or not voters should pass Amendment 1, otherwise known as, the “Right to Farm” amendment. While its name seems self-explanatory, opponents and supporters disagree on whether or not the measure will actually benefit farmers. However, both sides agree voting their way will protect Missouri farmers. The Missouri Rural Crisis

Columbia Police were investigating a domestic disturbance on the north side of the city Thursday afternoon. ABC 17 crews saw an officer in the 4000 block of Bold Venture Road with a K-9 Unit searching a home and surrounding areas. Officers were observed attempting to enter the residence. Stay with ABC 17 News for the

The Jefferson City Police Department is getting some much needed money to help train officers. The Public Safety Committee approved $17,000 Tuesday night to go to the Department. A little bit goes a long way when it comes to training and investigation techniques. Captain Doug Shoemaker said, “We have memberships, there are a lot of

Columbia police were called to Rice Road for multiple shots fired late Wednesday. It happened in the 4500 block at around 11:56 p.m. A white passenger vehicle was seen leaving the area right after the shots were fired. Officers found several shell casings and two homes hit by gunfire. No injuries were reported. Boone County

Two people were injured in three accidents during this week’s Jefferson City Jaycees Cole County Fair. Cole County EMS Supervisor Kevin Wieberg told ABC 17 News one rider was injured during Monday’s Motocross event. The rider was taken to a Columbia hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Wieberg said two vehicles rolled over during Tuesday’s Mud

The Columbia City Council has completed its reviews of building plans for a student housing complex in downtown Columbia. That complex will be located on north Locust between 7th and 8th streets. The Council approved building plans with Opus Development Company, and all plans have been approved for permits. Opus applied for a demolition permit

Two people were arrested Wednesday night for stealing an SUV from the St. James area. Osage Beach Police responded to a call for suspicious activity late Wednesday night in the Osage Beach Walmart parking lot. Police saw two men looking into parked cars. An officer caught the men standing next to a Chevy Trailblazer, and

Cole County voters will be deciding whether or not they want zoning to come to Cole County. Cole County Presiding Commissioner Marc Ellinger said the discussion for zoning in the county was brought up 8 years ago. An adult entertainment facility opened its doors in a residential neighborhood next door to two day cares. “That

A Camden County woman is dead after an ATV crash. The accident happened Wednesday evening in Camden County at Friar Tuck Drive and Robin Hood Lane. Troopers say Alice Vanmeter, 71, of Roach was killed when she went off the road hit a tree, stump, and a concrete retaining wall. She was thrown from the

Law enforcement in Columbia searched for two people following a traffic stop Thursday morning. The search was focused on the area of East Broadway near the Broadway Shops. Police have not released the names of the two people yet or for what reason they were stopped. More information is expected to be made available later

Tanner Elder is heading across the Atlantic to play in one of the biggest tournaments in his young career. The 16-year old from Jefferson City will play in the Euro Junior Cup this upcoming weekend. He is one of eighth Americans to play in the Boys 15-19 Division. On Wednesday, Cole County Commissioners presented the

Driving in Columbia became more expensive as of Tuesday afternoon. Gas prices around town jumped 30 cents since Monday. A spokesman with the Missouri Petroleum Marketers said a gas price battle between retailers is the reason Columbia has seen lower gas prices in the last few months. But he said that price war is coming