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Missouri State Highway Patrol recovers boater’s body following crash

July 30, 2022 2:46 PM Hannah Falcon

The driver of a boat on Lake of the Ozarks died Friday evening, according to a crash report from Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Break Time resumes sales of unleaded fuel at seven Mid-Missouri locations

July 30, 2022 11:07 AM Erika McGuire

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A spokesperson for MFA Oil Company said it resolved the unleaded fuel issues at its Break Time gas stations and sales of unleaded fuel resumed. Sales of unleaded fuel were put to a halt after a fuel mix-up caused Break Time to partially shut down seven locations. An investigation revealed fuel

Mid-Missourians peacefully demonstrate for spiritual freedom in China

July 30, 2022 7:33 PM Hannah Falcon

A group of Mid-Missouri residents held a banner-signing event at the Columbia Farmer’s Market Saturday morning calling for the freedom of Falun Gong.

Officer in the hospital after being hit by vehicle in Mexico early Saturday morning

July 30, 2022 7:33 AM Erika McGuire

MEXICO, Mo. (KMIZ) A Mexico Public Safety Officer is in the hospital after being ran over by a car early Saturday morning. The incident happened on the 800 block of West Monroe at Casey’s General store when an officer found 30-year-old DeMarko T. Walls passed out inside a 2014 Ford. The officer was checking on

What to do if you win the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot; winning numbers selected

July 29, 2022 9:47 PM Marina Diaz

Mega Millions lottery reaches $1.28 billion dollars, the second-largest jackpot in the game’s 20-year history.

FRIDAY UPDATES: Missouri reports over 12,000 new COVID cases in the past week

July 29, 2022 6:24 PM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

72nd Cole County Fair ride and food locations pass inspetion

July 29, 2022 8:57 PM ABC 17 News Team

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Friday and Saturday are the last days of the Cole County Fair, which offers food, music, and an impressive amount of rides and attractions. All nineteen rides have passed safety inspections, and the health department approved the three locations offering food. The fair is in its 72nd year and remains a celebrated tradition

Show-Me State Games road race/road walk route to slow traffic Sunday near Perry Phillips Lake Park

July 29, 2022 8:45 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Drivers in Columbia are asked to be cautious of runners on Sunday near Perry Phillips Lake Park.

Closure of West Worley Street to continue through Aug. 2

July 29, 2022 7:54 PM ABC 17 News Team

The street has been closed since July 26 in order to allow crews to repair a failed section of pavement and also to install signal bases for a future pedestrian crosswalk.

Jefferson City Break Time location selling unleaded fuel again after diesel mix-up

July 29, 2022 8:00 AM Hannah Falcon

A Columbia-based business is starting to resume the sale of unleaded fuel at some of its gas stations.

Montreal man charged with murder of Camden County missing man

July 29, 2022 3:51 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Montreal man is charged with second-degree murder and other charges following an investigation about a missing man from Camden County in June.

Veteran gets roof replaced for free after winning contest

July 29, 2022 12:37 PM Joushua Blount

An Army veteran in Columbia got her roof replaced for free Friday as part of a nationwide effort.

Democratic Senate candidate Kunce wants to help change power structure

July 29, 2022 11:55 AM Kennedy Miller

Lucas Kunce, a 13-year Marine Corps veteran and Democrat running for U.S. Senate, says he’s confident about his chances of victory.

Overnight lane closure planned for Highway 50 near Moreau River in Cole County

July 29, 2022 5:39 AM Ben Fein

One eastbound lane of Highway 50 in Cole County is set to close over the Moreau River Bridge beginning Friday night, as MODOT is set to complete scheduled work.

Overnight house fire in Fulton ruled accidental

July 29, 2022 6:10 AM Zachary Farwell

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) Investigators have ruled the cause of an overnight house fire in Fulton as accidental. The Fulton Fire Department responded to the home in the 1500 block of Forest Avenue around 12:25 a.m. Firefighters said arriving crews found smoke and flames coming from the story and a-half home. Crews were able to contain

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should Trump allies be prosecuted for Jan. 6?

July 29, 2022 2:41 AM ABC 17 News Team

Reports say federal investigators are looking into the actions of former President Donald Trump and those around him and their effort to overturn the results of the 2020 election.

Airsoft weapon reportedly used in home invasion robbery in Fulton

July 28, 2022 11:00 PM Karl Wehmhoener

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) One person is charged and four juveniles were detained following a home invasion robbery on the 1400 block of Kenwood Drive on Tuesday afternoon in Fulton. A Callaway County prosecutor has charged Skiasia Roland with first-degree burglary, stealing – $750 or more, first-degree property damage, fourth-degree assault and possession of marijuana. The

Certain exotic animals legal in Missouri; Zebra on the loose in Miller County

July 28, 2022 10:33 PM Marina Diaz

In Missouri, it is legal to own exotic animals, as long as the owner has a permit through Missouri’s Department of Agriculture’s Division of Animal Health.

Trudy Busch Valentine says her past experiences prepared her for U.S. Senate

July 28, 2022 9:05 PM Leila Mitchell

Trudy Busch Valentine, a nurse and heiress to the Busch beer fortune is in the race for U.S. Senate and she said her past experiences have prepared her for the role.

Parts of the Katy Trail to be closed due to Rocheport Bridge construction

July 28, 2022 6:48 PM Karl Wehmhoener

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is advising Katy Trail users of work taking place on Monday that will require the trail to be closed to the public.