Jefferson City Archives

Boone County and Jefferson City set to host drug take back events

October 23, 2021 3:33 AM Ben Fein

Both Boone County and Jefferson City are set to hold drug take back events Saturday, on National Drug Take Back Day.

Mid-Missouri pharmacies giving newly authorized coronavirus booster shots

October 22, 2021 11:48 AM Joushua Blount

Hy-Vee said late Thursday that eligible individuals can get the COVID-19 booster shot from Moderna or Johnson & Johnson at the regional supermarket chain’s locations in Mid-Missouri. Hy-Vee has locations in Columbia, Jefferson City and Osage Beach.

Jefferson City drivers asked to avoid Southwest Boulevard and Cedar Hill Road due to fire

October 22, 2021 6:32 AM Zachary Farwell

According to the Jefferson City Fire Department, crews were called out to the multi-family home in the 1700 block of Southwest Boulevard around 5:45 a.m.

Jefferson City Parks Department looking to expand Washington and Ellis-Porter Park

October 21, 2021 10:54 PM Kennedy Miller

The Jefferson City Department of Parks & Recreation & Forestry is looking to reshape Washington Park and the Botanical Gardens at Elis-Porter Park.

Mistrial declared in Cole County murder trial

October 21, 2021 9:48 PM ABC 17 News Team

A Cole County jury has declared a mistrial in the case against Devin Schrimpf.

Jefferson City police arrest man for allegedly stealing catalytic converters

October 21, 2021 9:20 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Jefferson City police arrested a man after an investigation into the theft of catalytic converters at commuter parking lots in north Jefferson City.

Jefferson City driver hurt after crashing into heavy equipment

October 19, 2021 11:58 AM Josie Anglin

The Jefferson City Police Department Traffic Unit responded to a vehicle crash in the 2900 block of West Truman Boulevard around 6:52 a.m. on Tuesday, the department said in a news release.

Jefferson City School District extends Thanksgiving break

October 18, 2021 10:24 PM ABC 17 News Team

The Jefferson City School District announced plans to extend its Thanksgiving break by two extra days.

Number of people receiving third COVID-19 shots surpasses first, second doses in October

October 15, 2021 9:51 PM Hannah Falcon

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Data from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services shows more people have gotten their third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine than first or second doses since the Pfizer vaccine was approved for third doses by the FDA. According to the state COVID dashboard, 85,326 doses of the COVID vaccine have

Jefferson City woman charged after running naked onto football field

October 15, 2021 3:56 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Cole County prosecutor has charged a Jefferson City woman after she allegedly ran onto a football field naked in front of a group of eighth-graders practicing football.

Riley to sell dealerships to Columbia’s Drewing group

October 15, 2021 1:12 PM Matthew Sanders

Riley Auto Group will sell Riley Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac, Riley Toyota and Riley Collision Center to Drewing Automotive Group, the company said in a news release. The deal is expected to close in December.

New Bloomfield man gets probation after pleading guilty in non-fatal shooting

October 14, 2021 11:49 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A New Bloomfield man pleaded guilty Wednesday after a shooting investigation in Jefferson City on March 27, 2020. William Homfeldt-Nevins will get five years’ probation after he pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm. Jefferson City police responded to a shooting in the 200 block of East McCarty Street. Officials

Man that shot himself in Cole County Jail enters guilty plea in two federal cases

October 14, 2021 9:22 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A man that shot himself while in custody of the Cole County Jail has pleaded guilty to trafficking meth and being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Lincoln University search committee set to meet as search for new president continues

October 14, 2021 5:25 AM Ben Fein

to meet via Zoom on Thursday, as the search for a new president continues after Jerald Woolfolk announced she would be leaving the position in May.

Jefferson City man charged after a reported weapons incident

October 13, 2021 10:42 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Cole County prosecutor has charged a Jefferson City man after a weapons offense was reported Friday afternoon.

SSM Health no longer plans to sell hospital to Quorum Health

October 12, 2021 9:04 PM ABC 17 News Team

SSM Health announced its no longer planning to sell the hospital to Quorum Health.

Bicentennial Bridge delayed due to steel prices, fabrication issues

October 12, 2021 9:01 PM Hannah Falcon

The Bicentennial Bridge is now scheduled to finish in late November because of manufacturing issues with a steel cage.

Sunday morning apartment fire in Jefferson City

October 10, 2021 8:25 AM Meghan Drakas

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Fire Department responded to an apartment fire along the 500 block of East Elm Street on Sunday morning. The department responded to the fire just after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday morning. According to the release, multiple people were evacuated and fire crews rescued one pet from the building.

Jefferson City man charged in connection with McClung Park shooting

October 8, 2021 3:38 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Cole County prosecutor has charged a Jefferson City man after a reported shooting in McClung Park on Wednesday night.

Police find vehicles hit by gunfire at Jefferson City park

October 7, 2021 9:46 AM Matthew Sanders

Officers found more than 16 spent casings after being sent at about 11 p.m. to McClung Park, the Jefferson City Police Department said in a news release. Police also found a .40-caliber handgun.