Two charged in downtown Columbia shooting on Sunday; 1 accused in preceding fight
The three people arrested early Sunday in connection with a fight and shooting in Downtown Columbia have now been charged.
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Woman hit by bullet in Columbia White Castle shooting accused of handing gun away
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A woman who was apparently shot in the back of her leg during a Friday shooting at the Columbia White Castle on Clark Lane has been charged. Jayden McGerald, 20, of Columbia, was charged on Monday with tampering with evidence in a felony prosecution. She was booked into the Boone County Jail
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Gary Pinkel set to host sixth annual charity golf tournament for GP M.A.D.E. Foundation
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)Â Hall of Famer Gary Pinkel’s G.P. M.A.D.E. Foundation is set to host its 6th annual golf tournament on Monday. On Sunday, the foundation hosted a get-together where attendees had the opportunity to meet Former Mizzou football players, participate in a panel discussion with Pinkel, and enjoy various games. Since its start up in 2019, Pinkel’s Foundation has
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Two men shot on Paris Road early Sunday morning
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia police confirmed Sunday night that two men were shot Sunday morning in the 1700 block of Paris Road. According to a release from the department, the shooting occurred around 1:40 Sunday morning. Both men were taken to a local hospital with non life-threatening injuries. Police believe the shooting occurred after a
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One woman injured, three in custody after shooting in downtown Columbia Sunday morning
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) One woman was injured after a shooting in downtown Columbia Sunday morning, according to the Columbia Police Department. According to a release from the department, police responded to a disturbance around 3 a.m. in the 10 block of South Ninth Street. The incident began as a physical disturbance near the intersection of
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One dead after Friday shooting in east Columbia
Police found two men who had been shot after they were called to a White Castle on Clark Lane in east Columbia on Friday.
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Several fans treated for heat exhaustion during softball regionals
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Tigers are drawing softball fans from far and wide to watch the Division 1 Softball Regionals. However, there have been reports of fans suffering from heat exhaustion due to prolonged exposure to the sun. Over a dozen fans plan to attend all three games Saturday. The first game starts at 2 p.m and the last
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Construction on sidewalks near MU’s campus to begin next week, lasts through August
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Construction on sidewalks in the Greektown area near the University of Missouri’s campus will begin Wednesday, according to a press release from the City of Columbia. The project is expected to last through Aug. 2. The project includes constructing a new sidewalk along Curtis Avenue, repairing deteriorated sidewalk panels, reconstruction of driveway
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Demolition is likely for one vacant, fire-damaged house in Columbia
A house on Pendleton Street in Columbia faces possible demolition after it has sat vacant for years with fire damage.
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Columbia high schools hold graduation ceremonies this weekend
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) All Columbia public high schools will hold its graduation ceremonies on Friday and Saturday. A Friday press release from Columbia Public Schools states nearly 1,400 students will graduate. Douglass High School held the first graduation on Friday morning at Jesse Hall Audition at the University of Missouri’s campus. The release stated that
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Columbia man accused of repeatedly assaulting woman
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man has been accused of domestic assault and other felonies after court documents say he repeatedly abused a woman. Rico Lamar Robinson, 36, was charged with first-degree domestic assault, two counts of second-degree domestic assault, armed criminal action, illegal gun possession and unlawful use of a weapon. He is being
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Casa Maria’s liquor license suspended 52 days for alleged forged name on license, not reporting owner’s felony charge
The liquor license for a Mexican restaurant on the south side of Columbia has been suspended for 52 days.
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Man found guilty of murder in October 2022 death of woman pushed off Highway 63 bridge
A Boone County jury found a Columbia man guilty of murder in the death of Kaylen Schmit.
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Police and prosecutors use multiple strategies in Mid-Missouri fight against fentanyl, from rehab to life behind bars
Fentanyl is the deadliest drug threat in the U.S. and Mid-Missouri, leaving communities to fight against a substance that is taking thousands of lives every year across the country.
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Five vehicles involved in Route B crash in Boone County
HALLSVILLE, Mo. (KMIZ) Five vehicles were involved in a crash on Route B on Thursday in Boone County, just south of Academy Road, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. A 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan – driven by Joyce Sheffield, 89, of Hallsville — was stopped in the southbound lane of Route B,
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Three outdoor pools in Columbia opening for summer later this month
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation in a Thursday press release announced the opening dates of three pools: Albert-Oakland Family Aquatic Center, 1900 Blue Ridge Road: Will open May 25 and will be open noon-5 p.m. Saturday-Wednesday and noon-7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday. Lake of the Woods Pool, 6700 St. Charles Road:
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Columbia woman charged after allegedly firing gun at several people
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia woman was charged on Thursday with two felonies and a misdemeanor after she was accused of firing a gun at several people. Chante Thorpe, 26, was charged with unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and fourth-degree assault, a misdemeanor. Her bond was set at $10,000, and she was
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Jury hears from multiple witnesses in first day of Boone County murder trial
Jury selection was set to begin Wednesday in the first-degree murder case against Jessie Williams.
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Columbia man charged after allegedly strangling, injuring woman at Clark Lane motel
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man has been charged with three felonies after he allegedly assaulted a woman at Best Western Motel in the 2900 block of Clark Lane. Justin Allen Thomas, 33, was charged on Wednesday with first-degree assault, second-degree kidnapping and stealing more than $750. He is being held at the Boone County
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Boone County man charged with five counts of statutory sodomy
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Boone County man was charged on Wednesday with five counts of statutory sodomy of a child younger than 12 years old. Jimmy Joe Culbertson is accused of sexually assaulting a child several times. He is not listed on the Boone County Jail roster, as of Wednesday afternoon. A warrant was issued
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