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Confusion amounts surrounding Columbia park sales tax vote

October 20, 2021 11:43 AM Hannah Falcon

Some Columbia residents expressed confusion toward the language on the special election ballot, so ABC 17 reached out to the Parks and Recreation Department for an explanation on the vote.

All lanes now open on Interstate 70 at Sorrels Overpass

October 20, 2021 11:25 AM Matthew Sanders

The Missouri Department of Transportation said Wednesday morning that the closed westbound lane at Sorrels Overpass had reopened. Crews finished work to stabilize the overpass, which was damaged when a raised boom on a Waste Management truck hit it Monday. The truck driver suffered serious injuries but his condition has improved.

Driving lane of westbound I-70 open as crews continue work on Sorrels Overpass

October 20, 2021 6:13 AM Ben Fein

westbound I-70 is now open as work continues on the Sorrels Overpass, with the passing lane now being closed according to a Tweet from MODOT.

Downtown District to install life-size “Columbia” art piece

October 20, 2021 5:26 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Downtown Community Improvement District is set to install a life-size “Columbia” art piece on Wednesday. The City of Columbia plans to close the east sidewalk of South Providence Road to unload and install the sculptures on Wednesday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. According to the Downtown CID, the sculpture will

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Have I-70 traffic delays affected you?

October 20, 2021 2:03 AM ABC 17 News Team

A crash knocked part of the concrete from an overpass, damaging the road and leading officials to close one lane. More closures will be needed later for demolition and construction of a new overpass.

Emergency community meeting to address increase in fatal drug overdoses

October 19, 2021 6:47 PM Leila Mitchell

The goal of the meeting is to raise awareness about the highly potent drug fentanyl and to educate the community on the use of Narcan.

Some citizens are concerned about travel times now that Sorrels Overpass is closed

October 19, 2021 8:08 PM Joushua Blount

Some residents that use the Sorrels Overpass say that traveling is now difficult for them when they leave their homes since the overpass’ closure on Monday.

I-70 westbound lane closed through Thursday at Sorrels Overpass; MoDOT to rehabilitate overpass sooner than expected

October 19, 2021 1:04 PM Matthew Sanders

The Missouri Department of Transportation announced the closure a little after noon in a tweet. The closure was needed to reduce traffic heading west toward the area of Sorrels Overpass, the agency said. The overpass was damaged when a tractor-trailer hit it Monday and MoDOT plans to have it demolished.

Federal officials celebrate ‘magic’ of new MU health research facility

October 19, 2021 9:14 AM Molly Stawinoga

Watch a livestream of the grand opening ceremony here.

MoDOT set to demolish Sorrels Overpass but exact timeline is still in the works

October 19, 2021 8:37 AM Meghan Drakas

BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) MoDOT said it’s set to demolish the Sorrels Overpass as soon as possible after a crash that damaged the bridge on Monday. According to MoDOT crews at the Overpass on Tuesday morning, the department is scheduled to meet this morning to talk about further action on the overpass. MoDOT wasn’t able

Columbia police determine bomb threat at City Hall is unfounded

October 19, 2021 8:55 AM Zachary Farwell

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Police have determined a bomb threat in Downtown Columbia Tuesday morning was unfounded. According to the Columbia Police Department, officers responded to the Daniel Boone Building for the reported bomb threat at 7:10 a.m. Police said a bomb detection dog from the University of Missouri Police Department helped officers search the area.

MoDOT working with a contractor for the immediate demolition of Sorrels Overpass after truck wrecks into bridge

October 18, 2021 3:03 PM Matthew Sanders

The Missouri Department of Transportation cautioned drivers about delays from the crash. Traffic was also restricted on the overpass. Traffic cameras showed a long backup on westbound I-70 from the crash.

City of Columbia discussed allowing non-city logo bags for curbside yard waste; no decision made

October 18, 2021 5:36 PM Chanel Porter

The City of Columbia is set to meet Monday at 7 p.m. to propose a change to the City Code that requires all curbside yard waste to be placed in city logo bags.

Columbia and Boone County leaders to give COVID-19 update at Columbia City Hall Monday.

Columbia City Council to review new neighborhood and expansion of Logboat Brewing Company

October 18, 2021 4:28 AM Meghan Drakas

The Columbia City Council is set to vote on the approval of a new neighborhood in East Columbia that would add 168 homes to the area.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Is it time to end most mask mandates?

October 18, 2021 2:17 AM ABC 17 News Team

The University of Missouri’s mandate ended last week and the City of Columbia says masks won’t be required in most city buildings starting this week. Yet mandates remain in Columbia Public Schools, at MU Health Care and in some other public settings.

Downtown businesses feel impacts from worldwide supply shortage

October 17, 2021 7:21 PM Leila Mitchell

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As major retailers across the nation continue to see supply chain problems resulting from the pandemic, local downtown Columbia businesses are feeling the effects. From the grocery store to local everyday restaurants, the supply chain crisis has caused price hikes and supply shortages. Economists say the crisis was magnified by COVID-19. “It

As temperatures dip, many Mid-Missourians reach for the thermostats

October 17, 2021 5:15 AM Ben Fein

As temperatures continue to drop across the Show Me State, many are reaching for the thermostat and one national association is reminding homeowners of the dangers of heating equipment.