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Emails show sudden decision on removal of Moser’s recycling centers

July 20, 2021 2:20 PM Lucas Geisler

Recycling drop-off sites have been plagued by illegal dumping issues.

University of Missouri Campus 09-02-2020

Local universities, colleges not requiring coronavirus vaccination for the fall semester

July 20, 2021 11:58 AM Leila Mitchell

The University of Missouri is asking students to begin their vaccination plan if they have not done so already. Students that have received their vaccine elsewhere will be able to receive their second shot in Columbia if necessary no matter what type of vaccination.

Columbia City Council approves new Greyhound bus stop downtown

July 20, 2021 4:36 AM Meghan Drakas

The approval allows Greyhound to use one parking space at the Wabash station to pick up and drop off passengers twice a day.

A year after the virus stopped the Boone County Fair, it’s back with a way to stop the virus

July 20, 2021 5:28 AM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Boone County Fair is back after being canceled due to the pandemic last year, and this time it’s making a return to Columbia. Along with the return, local health officials are offering coronavirus vaccine clinics at the fair all week long in hopes of adding to the 173,418 total doses already

Columbia City Council pushes back vote on Tenth and Cherry Streets parking garage hotel spaces.

Columbia City Council pushes back ‘Cherry Street Hotel’ parking vote

July 19, 2021 10:21 PM Zach Boetto

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia City Council pushed back the parking vote for the prospective hotel near the intersection of Cherry Street and Tenth Street. The council is torn between allowing the parking spaces because it’s approved hotel parking like this before, and not allowing the hotel parking because locals need the space in the

MU researchers make recommendations to combat traffic stop disparities in Columbia

July 19, 2021 2:54 PM Lucas Geisler

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Researchers at the University of Missouri released a final report on traffic stop disparities in the Columbia Police Department, confirming initial data that showed black drivers are more likely to get pulled over. The study was conducted by researchers from MU’s Department of Sociology, Truman School of Public Affairs, School of Social

The director of the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services on Thursday extended the current COVID-19 order, which had been set to expire Tuesday.

Columbia ‘vaccine ambassadors’ will try to combat COVID-19 surge by going door-to-door

July 19, 2021 11:39 AM Leila Mitchell

The new ambassador program starting this week is made up of volunteers interested in educating and promoting the vaccination effort. With the delta variant spreading rapidly, officials say vigilance is critical.

Columbia City Council to vote on new Greyhound bus stop, funding for Roots & Blues Festival

July 19, 2021 6:17 AM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia City Council plans to vote Monday night on a new bus stop at the Wabash Station. Greyhound Lines is requesting to utilize the Wabash Station as a drop-off and pick-up point for its route from Kansas City to St. Louis twice a day. Under the agreement, GoComo Transit would provide

Last day for Jefferson City students to be fully vaccinated by the first day of school

July 19, 2021 6:06 AM Meghan Drakas

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Monday is the last day for students who attend the Jefferson City School District to start the vaccination process and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their first day of the 2021-2022 school year. The Jefferson City School District along with Booneville R-I, Blair Oaks R-II and Father Tolton Catholic are

Show-Me State Games support economic vitality of Columbia by attracting thousands from across the state

July 18, 2021 5:56 PM Leila Mitchell

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Show-Me State Games returns to Columbia for the 37th year, once again supporting the cities economy by bringing in thousands from across the state. The Show-Me-State Games are an Olympic-style festival hosting over 40 games and competitions. The games return to Columbia after being cancelled in 2020 during the pandemic. This

Columbia Police and Fire Department respond to trash pile fire near I-70

July 18, 2021 8:17 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Around 7:30 a.m. on Saturday morning the Columbia Police Department and Columbia Fire Department responded to a trash pile file near I-70. ABC 17 News Crews on scene saw visible smoke rising above trees on the scene. The Columbia Fire Department told crews they were containing the trash fire. Columbia Fire Department

Car crash on Worley Street believed to be cause of Columbia power outage

July 18, 2021 2:26 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A car crash on Worley Street and North Garth Avenue is believed to be the cause of a Sunday morning power outage in Columbia according to the Columbia Police Department. CPD told ABC News crews on the scene that bystanders saw sparks from transformers after one car hit a pole along Worley

One person arrested after shooting during a domestic disturbance

July 16, 2021 10:30 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia police arrested one person after shots were fired inside of a residence in the 4600 block of Oakview Dr during a domestic disturbance at 5:41 p.m. Mug Shot: John P. O’Connor Police located and arrested John P. O’Connor, 37, near the residence with a firearm in his possession. officers located property

Show-Me State Games makes vaccines available as event attracts thousands

July 16, 2021 4:53 PM Leila Mitchell

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Show-Me-State Games are back this year after canceling last year’s events, and this year the Columbia/Boone County Health Department will be offering vaccines on Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday the health department will be hosting multiple on-site vaccine clinics from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. On Sunday the vaccine clinics will

FRIDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports highest number of active cases since late January

July 16, 2021 8:16 AM ABC 17 News Team

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One in custody after reported carjacking and chase

July 16, 2021 1:55 PM Matthew Sanders

Officers caught up to the reported stolen car Friday afternoon near Wilkes Boulevard and Seventh Street. A Columbia Police Department spokeswoman said officers were called to a carjacking on Pannell Street at about 12:30 p.m.

Boone County officials report water over multiple roads Friday morning

July 16, 2021 6:01 AM Molly Stawinoga

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As rain continued to fall Friday morning, Boone County Joint Communications sent alerts about road impacts. Officials posted to Twitter shortly before 5:45 a.m. Friday, saying water was over the roadway on Clark Lane at the intersection with Dawn Ridge. BCJC asked drivers to use caution and avoid the area if possible.

Syringe being filled with coronavirus vaccine

THURSDAY UPDATES: Boone Community hosting COVID-19 vaccine weekend community clinics

July 15, 2021 11:04 AM ABC 17 News Team

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Columbia man charged with three felonies in shots-fired incident

July 15, 2021 1:47 PM Matthew Sanders

Channing T. Williams, 27, was charged Thursday with shooting at a person, vehicle or building, armed criminal action and illegal gun possession. He was in the Boone County Jail on Thursday with no bond.

Joseph Elledge pleads not guilty to three felony charges.

Judge hears arguments on allowing secret recordings as evidence in Joseph Elledge murder case

July 15, 2021 5:28 AM Leila Mitchell

Joseph Elledge was charged in Feb. 2020 with first-degree murder in the death of his wife, Mengqi Ji.