Multiple locations across Columbia to offer COVID-19 booster shot
Multiple locations across Mid-Missouri are offering a COVID-19 booster shot, after all Missourians over 18 were made eligible Friday.
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“Massive damage” from house fire along Wilkes Blvd. in Columbia
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Fire Department was seen battling a house fire along Wilkes Blvd. in Columbia on Saturday morning. 10 fire trucks and cars, one medical vehicle and multiple Columbia Police Department cars responded to the 700 block of Wilkes Blvd. around 1:35 a.m. Police and Fire Dept. at scene of house fire
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Columbia defense attorneys foreshadow repercussions of Rittenhouse verdict
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two Columbia-based defense attorneys are weighed in Friday on a jury’s decision to find Kyle Rittenhouse not guilty of all charges. One attorney saying the verdict could lead to more gun presence at protests while the other says the verdict could deter further riots and looting. “I was glad to see the
Continue ReadingAll adults in Missouri now able to get COVID-19 booster shots
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missourians 18 years or older are now eligible to get a COVID-19 booster vaccine. The state health department amended orders Friday to authorize a single booster dose for adults. Both the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention authorized and endorsed the boosters Friday. Fully vaccinated
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Motion to dismiss filed in 2018 Jefferson City fatal shooting case
A motion to dismiss charges has been filed in a 2018 Jefferson City fatal shooting.
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FRIDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports third straight day of over 50 new coronavirus cases
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Three teens indicted by Callaway County grand jury for breaking into Oakley Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Jan. 2021
A Callaway County grand jury has indicted three teens for burglary and other charges related to a Jan. 2021 incident involving the Oakley Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church and other locations.
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More COVID-19 testing options available this holiday season
The second holiday season during the COVID-19 pandemic is beginning, and this year more testing options are available for those wanting some extra peace of mind before seeing loved ones.
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New Columbia Schnucks store expected to open in early 2022
The store was originally set to open last spring after construction started in late 2020 on the new location at Clark Lane and St. Charles Road. Spokesman Paul Simon said more delays are possible given global supply chain issues but the company now expects to open the store — its third in Columbia — in the first quarter of 2022.
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Organizations set to provide Thanksgiving meals to those in need
Immaculate Conception in Jefferson City will be providing Thanksgiving meals to those who don’t have a place to eat.
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Mizzou hosts groundbreaking for new Stephens Indoor Facility
The University of Missouri is hosting a groundbreaking for the new Stephens Indoor Facility.
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State Emergency Management Agency reminding Missourians of the dangers of cold weather
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The State Emergency Management Agency held Winter Weather Preparedness week, beginning Monday and ending on Friday, to remind Missourians the dangers of cold weather on the road and in the house. “Most Missourians have experienced frigid temperatures and icy road conditions, but many do not take the steps to prepare so they
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Police respond to central Columbia gas station Friday morning
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Police responded to a gas station in central Columbia early on Friday morning. An ABC 17 News crew saw three Columbia Police Department cruisers parked outside of the PetroMart on North College Avenue around 5:40 a.m. All of the vehicles had their emergency lights off. At least one police officer appeared to
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Will snow days go extinct?
The policy began last year during the coronavirus pandemic after higher education and K-12 schools beefed up their remote capabilities as classes went online. However, most K-12 districts are keeping snow days. Districts plan their calendars to accommodate weather-related cancellations.
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Columbia commission approves entertainment complex off Discovery Parkway
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia’s Planning & Zoning Commission approved a new addition Thursday night to a Discovery Parkway development expansion. The development called “The Kitchen” is expected to include retail, residential and outdoor recreation. The idea comes from P1316, a company owned by the Odle family, which developed the nearby Aria Apartments. The Columbia City
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MU board of curators approves 6% increase on room and board
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Board of Curators approved raising housing and dining rates for the M-U campus. A 6% increase will go into effect at the start of the 2022 summer session. Room and board will now cost students $10,509. Room will cost $7,319 and board will cost students $3,190. During the pandemic the budget
Continue Reading University of Missouri Board of Curators approves coronavirus vaccine requirement for federal contracts
The resolution requires the UM System and its four campuses to follow the executive order, which requires federal contract workers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus or be tested regularly. The board voted 7-1, with Curator Todd Graves abstaining. Jeffrey Layman, of Springfield, voted against the measure.
Continue Reading THURSDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports active coronavirus cases move above 400
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No one injured after Jefferson City house fire
The Jefferson City fire department responded to a house fire on the 2700 block of Briarwood Dr.
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Columbia man pleads guilty to drug conspiracy charges following a shooting in Dec. 2017
A Columbia man pleaded guilty in federal court to his role in a drug trafficking conspiracy following the shooting of a co-conspirator at his residence in Dec. 2017.
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