Jefferson City Archives

Tuesday chase through Cole County reached speeds in excess of 100 mph

August 26, 2021 10:18 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A prosecutor has charged a Linn man after a chase that reaches speeds in excess of 100 mph through Cole County Tuesday.

Murder charge upgraded against woman accused in Jefferson City boy’s death

August 26, 2021 9:46 AM Matthew Sanders

Quatavia Givens was indicted Wednesday on first-degree murder, child endangerment and abandoning a corpse charges in the death of Darnell Gray after he dropped the previous charges, which included second-degree murder, according to a Jefferson City Police Department news release.

Doctor: Pandemic’s mental health toll on kids continues as school starts again

August 26, 2021 2:08 AM Ben Fein

Dr. Laine Young-Walker, a child and adolescent psychiatrist with MU Health Care, spoke to ABC 17 News about kids’ mental health amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the return to the classroom.

WEDNESDAY UPDATES: Missouri expands COVID-19 treatment for high-risk individuals

August 25, 2021 7:22 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back here for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic in Missouri.

Woman dies in Cole County Jail

August 24, 2021 4:23 PM Matthew Sanders

Jail staff found Tiffany McCormack, 35, dead, according to a Cole County Sheriff’s Office news release. The release said there was no sign of injury on McCormack. She was being housed alone, the release says.

Jefferson City School District returns to the classroom Monday with COVID-19 protocols in place

August 23, 2021 5:29 AM Meghan Drakas

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City School District returns to the classroom on Monday with COVID-19 protocols and precautions in place. In the district’s return plan for the school year, JC Schools outlined the importance of social distancing, hand-washing, staying home when sick, and the importance of wearing a mask and getting vaccinated. Watch

New roads to improve traffic flow for Lawson Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Jefferson City

August 20, 2021 9:44 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) New roads will be open Monday that were designed to help improve traffic flow for morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times for car riding students at Lawson Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Jefferson City. The primary road, Patriot Drive, connects Edgewood Drive and Fairgrounds Road. Lion Way comes off

Jefferson City man indicted in alleged conspiracy to steal and sell military equipment

August 20, 2021 12:39 PM Matthew Sanders

Brandon Schulte, 43, was among the men indicted by a federal grand jury Thursday on charges that they conspired to steal and sell military uniforms, tactical robots, high-frequency radios and other equipment, according to a news release from the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Illinois. Jody “Joe” Stambaugh, 50, of Nashville, Illinois, and Gary Stambaugh, 77, of Fayetteville, Ill., were also indicted.

Local health care providers offer coronavirus booster appointments for immune-compromised

August 18, 2021 11:55 AM Leila Mitchell

The Pfizer or Moderna coronavirus vaccine can now be given at least 28 days after the first two doses if the patient is diagnosed with conditions that leave them more vulnerable to the virus because of their immune system.

Indiana man admits to Jefferson City pharmacy robbery

August 18, 2021 11:13 AM Matthew Sanders

Daijahn A. Reed, 22, of Indianapolis, pleaded guilty to one count of armed robbery and a count of brandishing a gun during a violent crime, according to a news release from the U.S. attorney’s office for the Western District of Missouri.

Jefferson City Schools parents feel strongly about mask mandate

August 17, 2021 2:57 PM Chanel Porter

The Jefferson City Board of Education will meet Tuesday at 6 p.m. — its first since the district made the decision.

Gamma, delta and lambda: What are they and are they cause for concern?

August 17, 2021 12:49 PM Leila Mitchell

Genetic variants of SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that caused the coronavirus pandemic — have been emerging and circulating around the world. The World Health Organization classifies variant viruses as “variants of interest” and “variants of concern.” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, variants of concern can spread more quickly and cause more serious COVID-19 illness.

Jefferson City School District students and staff will be required to wear masks to begin the school year

August 16, 2021 7:01 PM Chanel Porter

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City Public Schools made the announcement Monday that the district will require students and staff to wear masks when social distancing isn’t possible as the school year is set to begin in one week on Aug. 23. Effective Tuesday, this approach was recommended by the Cole County Health Department and

Lewis and Clark Middle School in Jefferson City returns to in-person classes after Thanksgiving break.

Jefferson City School District to require masks where distancing isn’t possible

August 16, 2021 11:59 AM Leila Mitchell

Jefferson City Schools announced the decision Monday afternoon. The district released its back-to-school plans amid the continuing coronavirus pandemic earlier this month but said at the time a decision on masks would come Monday.

One charged after shots fired Sunday evening in Jefferson City

August 16, 2021 3:44 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Jefferson City man is charged after a weapons offense investigation on Sunday evening in the 1700 block of East Miller St. According to court documents, according to witnesses and victims, Eric Perkinson, 49, allegedly threatened with a handgun and fired it during the incident. Officials report that Perkinson tried to

Jefferson City School District to decide on mask requirement on Monday

August 16, 2021 4:19 AM Meghan Drakas

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) According to the Jefferson City School District website, the district is set to decide on whether or not to require masks for the upcoming school year on Monday. The district previously released its return to school plan in early August but chose to hold off on a final decision on masks

Jefferson City Schools to decide on mask requirements

August 15, 2021 4:56 AM Ben Fein

Jefferson City Schools are set to decide on mask requirements at schools, as the deadline to make the decision is set for Monday, according to the district’s return plan.

Two area governments looking for public comment on how to spend CARES Act funding

August 13, 2021 9:24 PM ABC 17 News Team

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two area governments have begun looking at how to use CARES Act money for community needs. Jefferson City leaders are planning to apply for two million dollars in the CARES Act funding. The money can go to public services, infrastructure, economic assistance, and planning. Residents can fill out a community needs assessment

West Ash street and West Boulevard flooding.

Missouri requests federal disaster declaration for late June storms

August 13, 2021 3:34 PM Karl Wehmhoener

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Gov. Mike Parson has requested federal assistance after severe storms and flooding in late June caused damage in 21 Missouri counties. “Due to extremely heavy rains and significant flash flooding in late June, Missouri experienced nearly $7.3 million in damage to roads and bridges alone,” Governor Parson said. “The joint preliminary

Governor orders flags at half-staff for fallen Jefferson City Marine

August 13, 2021 12:59 PM Matthew Sanders

Marine Corps Cpl. Dalton Pierson died July 28 at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Parson’s office said in a news release. The release did not say how Pierson died.