Trial dates set for Columbia man accused of a November shooting at Vibez Lounge
Dates have been released for the rescheduled trial of a Columbia man accused of a November shooting at Vibez Lounge.
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Go COMO route compressions to take place on Friday
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Go COMO announced Thursday afternoon it will be combining some of its bus routes in Columbia Friday due to staffing shortages. Drivers will alternate between the black and orange routes and the red and green routes. Go COMO says routes will operate similar to how they do on Saturdays and says those
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Senate approves SNAP benefits to be used at restaurants
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) After an emotional back and forth that took place on the Senate floor, the Senate passed the bill that will allow SNAP to be used at restaurants on Thursday. The bill proposed by Senator Angela Mosley (D – St. Louis) passed the Senate with an 18-15 vote. SNAP, the Supplement Nutrition
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Boone County issues proclamation in support of Ukraine; lay wreath to honor soldiers
Watch video of the event in the player above. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) On Thursday, the United States Exercise Tiger Foundation (USTF) laid wreaths with blue and yellow flowers at the Boone County Government Center on Thursday to honor Ukraine. Boone County Commissioners Justin Aldred and Janet Thompson were among the attendees, along with Chris Cook,
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President Biden considering forgiving portions of student loan debt
As graduation ceremonies ramp up at Mid-Missouri colleges and universities. President Joe Biden is considering forgiving student loan debt.
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Versailles man sentenced 15 years to federal prison for meth trafficking, illegal firearm
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Versailles man was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison without parole for illegally possessing meth and a firearm. On Nov. 18, 2021, Nathanael Davis, 37, pleaded guilty to one count of possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute and one count of possessing a firearm in furtherance of a
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Columbia Housing Authority and partners inviting the public to plan Comprehensive Homeless Service Center
The collaborative event is hosted by CHA, Loaves and Fishes, Love Columbia, Room at the Inn, Turning Point and the Voluntary Action Center.
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THURSDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports 19 new COVID cases; over 100 new coronavirus cases in the past week
Check back for updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Jefferson City School District announces new hires for elementary and secondary principals
The Jefferson City School District announced the hiring of lead and assistant principals for multiple schools on
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Jefferson City School District names new principal at Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Emily Vallandingham, a 2002 Jefferson City High School graduate, will lead Thomas Jefferson Middle School next year.
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Mid-Missouri colleges holding in-person graduation ceremonies this weekend
Two local colleges will hold in-person graduation ceremonies this weekend after having commencement ceremonies disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mexico, Mo., man injured when motorcycle hits sign
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Mexico, Missouri, man was injured Wednesday after his motorcycle went off the road and hit a Missouri Department of Transportation road sign. Ricky Vaughn, 55, was traveling on Route J west of Route O in Audrain County when the crash happened, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. He was taken
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you going to the Lake of the Ozarks this summer?
The bridge over Bagnell Dam is opening up Friday, just in time for the tourism season to start at Lake of the Ozarks. The lake props up the economy of the area around it by drawing in large crowds throughout the summer, dumping millions into the local economy. But those who aren’t into large crowds
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Sports betting in Missouri takes another step toward legalization
On Monday, the Missouri Senate Governmental Affairs and Fiscal Oversight Committee voted in favor of HB 2502 which would legalize sports betting in Missouri casinos and online.
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MU Health Care doctor leading COVID-19 prevention study
Researchers in Columbia are looking for unvaccinated people to take part in a clinical trial to study a COVID-19 prevention pill.
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Two people hurt after two-vehicle wreck on Missouri Blvd in Jefferson City
Jefferson City police responded to a wreck at the intersection of Missouri Blvd. and Conrad St. at 5:17 p.m. Wednesday afternoon.
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Jefferson City School District names new assistant superintendent of elementary education
The Jefferson City School District has named Dr. Troy Hogg as the district’s new assistant superintendent of elementary education beginning July 1, 2022.
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Sen. Hawley calls on Musk to conduct an audit of censorship on Twitter
Senator Josh Hawley (R – Mo.) is calling on Elon Musk to carry out an audit of censorship conducted by the social media platform Twitter.
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Bagnell Dam set to reopen this Friday
The bridge across the Bagnell Dam at the Lake of the Ozarks is expected to reopen to travelers Friday.
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Probable cause statement sent to Monroe County prosecutors alleging county clerk allowed candidates to file after the deadline
PARIS, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Secretary of State says his office found evidence of misconduct involving the Monroe County clerk after receiving complaints about election laws being violated. In a statement, Jay Ashcroft said his office has sent a probable cause statement to Monroe County prosecutors alleging La Jeana Peterson allowed candidates to file after the deadline. Ashcroft said, “We
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