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A CPS student was hit walking to the school bus Wednesday morning.

Columbia Public Schools to start two hours late; JC Schools on snow routes in Callaway

February 24, 2022 4:39 PM Matthew Sanders

Lingering ice and snow will have Columbia Public Schools students going to class late Friday.

Eldon man charged after allegedly crashing into three buildings in Osage Beach area intentionally

February 24, 2022 5:40 PM Karl Wehmhoener

OSAGE BEACH, Mo. (KMIZ) A man has been charged after he allegedly crashed into three buildings including the Lake Ozark City Hall intentionally Wednesday night. Jarod Austin Long, of Eldon, is charged with first-degree assault and first-degree property damage. Long also drove into the front of the Boone Health Clinic in Osage Beach and Lake

THURSDAY UPDATES: Boone County report a new coronavirus-related death; 22 new cases

February 24, 2022 3:25 PM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates related to the coronavirus pandemic in Missouri.

Benton County man pleads guilty in death of child, abuse of another

February 24, 2022 3:11 PM Lucas Geisler

Ethan Mast pleaded guilty Tuesday to second-degree murder and first-degree assault. His attorney said he admitted to taking part in the abuse that killed 4-year-old Jessica Mast and hitting a young boy.

Missouri congressional delegation issue statements on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

February 24, 2022 2:34 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri’s congressional delegation has issued statements regarding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. U.S. Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO) released the following statement on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine is an assault against democracy and a destabilizing threat to all of Europe with worldwide ramifications. Our adversaries and allies alike are

WATCH LIVE: Weather cameras show live conditions in Columbia, Jefferson City

February 24, 2022 11:17 AM ABC 17 News Team

ABC 17 News operates multiple cameras that give live video looks at conditions on the ground in Jefferson City and Columbia.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Is the winter weather leaving you fatigued by the snow?

February 24, 2022 1:22 AM ABC 17 News Team

This is Mid-Missouri’s third winter storm in the past three weeks and it is leaving some people feeling pretty fatigued. As Mid-Missourians prepare for winter weather some say they are taking less extreme measures for the upcoming storm. “Here we are again it feels like groundhog day we’ve done this three weeks in a row, four

People feel fatigued after several snowstorms this season

February 23, 2022 8:36 PM Leila Mitchell

This is Mid-Missouri’s third winter storm and it is leaving some people feeling pretty fatigued.

Talking taxes: Tax deadlines

February 23, 2022 10:04 PM ABC 17 News Team

As you already know, the last two years Americans have been given extra time for filing their taxes but this year the government is getting back into its normal routine.

Columbia Public Schools, Southern Boone and Fulton cancel classes ahead of winter storm

February 23, 2022 4:34 PM Karl Wehmhoener

Schools are beginning to cancel classes for Thursday due to winter weather.

Find out how area public works departments prepare for a winter storm

February 23, 2022 7:48 PM Kennedy Miller

Columbia and Jefferson City Public Works are preparing their crews as Missouri heads into another winter storm.

Cole County courthouse in Jefferson City

Courts will remain open during winter storm

February 23, 2022 7:35 PM Erika McGuire

Winter weather continues to hit Mid-Missouri and is leading to courts, businesses and schools closing.

WEDNESDAY UPDATES: Health Department reports drop in COVID-19 patients at Boone County hospitals

February 23, 2022 2:53 PM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates related to the coronavirus pandemic in Missouri.

Philadelphia man charged with drug trafficking after MSHP finds meth in cooler

February 23, 2022 4:25 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A Montgomery County prosecutor has charged a Philadelphia man with trafficking drugs after a traffic stop on Interstate 70 on Monday.

Downtown Columbia Leadership Council gives downtown safety update

February 23, 2022 2:24 PM Chanel Porter

Chief Jones says the department and community should take each incident case by case and thoughtful in their approach.

Cause of Fulton house fire ruled as accidental

February 23, 2022 1:16 PM Zachary Farwell

FULTON, Mo. (KMIZ) The Fulton Fire Department has ruled the cause of a house fire on Wednesday morning as accidental. Firefighters responded to the fire in the 700 block of Hollyhock Drive just before 8 a.m. Crews that arrived at the home were met with heavy smoke and flames, according to the fire department. Firefighters

What to know before driving in snow

February 23, 2022 11:49 AM Hannah Falcon

When winter weather hits, the best thing to do is stay off the road. If that’s not possible, the next best thing is to be prepared.

Man arrested after Cole County deputies investigate shooting

February 23, 2022 11:38 AM Zachary Farwell

COLE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A man could soon face charges after a shooting in Cole County on Tuesday night. The shooting happened around 6:50 p.m. in the 5200 block of Collier Court, according to the Cole County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said witnesses told investigators a man shot at his girlfriend and left the area in

Columbia contractor charged in Boone County with poor business practices

February 23, 2022 7:26 AM Zachary Farwell

Public court records show the alleged crimes happened between August 2018 and March 2021.

Columbia opening overnight warming center through Friday as homelessness discussions continue

February 23, 2022 5:31 AM Ben Fein

The emergency overnight warming center located at the Wabash bus station in Columbia is set to open through Friday, according to a press release, as the city deals with below freezing temperatures.