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Columbia Utilities says water main near University of Missouri is repaired

October 25, 2023 10:47 AM Erika McGuire, Madison Stuerman, Morgan Buresh

A contractor will work to repair the parking lot, Christian Basi said it could take up to two weeks before the lot is fully repaired.

Man charged with drug trafficking, stealing guns after two found dead of suspected overdose

October 25, 2023 6:26 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man who was charged with drug trafficking and other felonies was booked into the Boone County Jail on Tuesday night. Devin Weakley, 22, of Columbia was charged with second-degree drug trafficking, three counts of stealing a gun and four counts of unlawful use of a weapon. He is being held

Despite pushback from lawmakers, University of Missouri will not change new policy on race-based scholarships

October 25, 2023 12:06 PM Hannah Falcon

Following the decision, the University of Missouri System announced it would no longer offer scholarships with race-based prerequisites or use race as a consideration for admission to graduate programs.

Man charged with child sex trafficking arrested

October 25, 2023 4:32 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man who was charged in September with child sex trafficking was booked into the Boone County Jail on Tuesday night. Julian Velez, 19, was charged with second-degree child sex trafficking and child enticement. He is being held at the Boone County Jail without bond. Casenet indicates his address as Columbia. However,

Three men charged, allegedly stole truck, gun, 18 catalytic converters from auto repair shop

October 24, 2023 8:17 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Three men were arrested and charged on Tuesday after a truck, a gun and 18 catalytic converters were apparently stolen from A to Z Auto Repair in Columbia. Zachary Davidson, 32, of Columbia, was charged with second-degree burglary, stealing a motor vehicle, stealing a catalytic converter, stealing a gun, first-degree tampering with

Columbia Utilities says water is safe after water main break causes discoloration

October 24, 2023 2:00 PM Hannah Falcon, Madison Stuerman

The City said residents near the area may have low water pressure or water discoloration due to the break.

One student taken to hospital after CPS bus crash on Interstate 70

October 24, 2023 3:39 PM Ryan Shiner

View a livestream of the scene in the web player above. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia Public Schools bus was involved in an accident Tuesday near Providence Road, north of Business Loop 70. CPS spokesperson Michelle Baumstark said in an email that the crash occurred around 3:15 p.m. Baumstark later said in a second email

Two Mid-Missouri nonprofits receive grants for strengthening community

October 24, 2023 11:42 AM Hannah Falcon

Two Mid-Missouri not-for-profits will get grants for more than $100,000 to help them serve local communities.

Battle, Rock Bridge receive grants for esports gaming rooms, equipment

October 23, 2023 9:35 PM Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) In a press release, the Columbia Public Schools Foundation announced a $37,956 grant for esports gaming rooms at Battle and Rock Bridge high schools. The Foundation board of directors announced the grant where the Rock Bridge and Battle E-Sports teams came together for a 3 vs. 3 scrimmage competition playing Rocket League.

Assault charge added against ‘pledge dad’ in fraternity hazing case

October 24, 2023 9:13 AM Madison Stuerman, Jazsmin Halliburton

Court documents state that Delanty allegedly “recklessly caused serious physical injury” to Santulli by giving him alcohol and encouraging him to drink it.

State lawmaker petitions for senior property tax freeze in Boone County

October 23, 2023 4:33 PM Hannah Falcon

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A state lawmaker filed an initiative petition about two months ago in an effort to enact a tax freeze for seniors. A state law allowing a property tax freeze for seniors went into effect Aug. 28. On Aug. 29, state Rep. Cheri Toalson Reisch (R-Hallsville) filed an initiative petition to let voters

Columbia man accused of murdering child indicted by grand jury

October 23, 2023 4:04 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man accused for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of a 3-year-old in September was indicted by a grand jury on Friday. Larry Brownlee Jr., 28, of Columbia, was charged with second-degree murder, armed criminal action and illegal gun possession. He is being held in the Boone County Jail without

Law enforcement officers respond to crash and crime calls after Mizzou Homecoming game

October 22, 2023 6:14 AM Gabrielle Teiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) After Saturday’s big win for the University of Missouri Tigers against the South Carolina Gamecocks, local law enforcement responded to a few crime and crash-related incidents near downtown Columbia. As of 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, the Columbia Police Department responded to a hit and run on Rogers St. and N. College Blvd,

Columbia state senator announces intent to run for Missouri secretary of state at University of Missouri homecoming parade

October 21, 2023 3:18 PM Hannah Falcon

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia State Sen. Caleb Rowden announced his plans to run for Missouri secretary of state by displaying a large sign at the University of Missouri Homecoming parade. The Republican served as Senate President Pro Tem this year. Due to term limits, Rowden’s time in the Missouri Senate is coming to an end

Columbia Police Department works to decrease crime this homecoming weekend

October 21, 2023 3:56 PM Nia Hinson

Saturday marks the University of Missouri’s homecoming game between the Tigers and the South Carolina Gamecocks, which means the city will see an influx of people.

University of Missouri Homecoming parade and football game to cause traffic impacts downtown

October 21, 2023 4:37 AM Gabrielle Teiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the University of Missouri’s homecoming week events come to an end, and the Mizzou Tigers get ready to face off against the South Carolina Gamecocks on Saturday, traffic impacts due to the parade and game are to be expected throughout downtown. The Homecoming parade began Saturday’s events at 9 a.m. and

Traffic restricted next week on Worley Street to fix water main

October 20, 2023 7:56 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A partial lane closure will occur Monday in Columbia on West Worley Street between Bernadette Drive and Claudell Lane, according to a press release from the City of Columbia. The release states that Columbia Water and Light will be repairing a water main. The work is expected to be done by Tuesday.

Columbia man who pleaded guilty to murdering stepfather sentenced to 25 years

October 20, 2023 5:51 PM Mitchell Kaminski

COLUMBIA, Mo .(KMIZ) A Columbia man who pleaded guilty two months ago to shooting and killing his stepfather was sentenced on Friday to 25 years in prison. Samuel E. Brotherton, 23, pleaded guilty on Aug. 21 to second-degree murder and armed criminal action in the shooting death of Rollin G. Thompson, 64, in the 3800

True/False Film Fest searching for new office location after Sept. 15 fire

October 20, 2023 6:06 PM Jazsmin Halliburton

COLUMBIA, MO. (KMIZ) True/False Film Fest employees have been searching for a new office after a fire took place last month, causing them to lose $75,000 worth of equipment. For the past month, True/False employees have been working out of the Ragtag Cinema on Hitt Street. The fest is hosted by the Ragtag Film Society.

Two apply so far for Ward 2 Columbia City Council seat

October 20, 2023 5:15 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people have applied for the soon-to-be open Ward 2 Columbia City Council seat, according to an email from City Clerk Sheela Amin. The city announced earlier this month that it will be accepting applications for an appointment until 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 13. Ward 2 Councilwoman Andrea Waner announced her resignation earlier