Stover woman arrested on suspicion of DWI after Morgan County crash
Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers arrested a woman following a single-car crash Sunday night.
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Extreme weather kills 21 ultra-marathon runners in China
Twenty one ultra-marathon runners have died after extreme weather conditions hit a 100-kilometer (62-mile) mountain race in northwest China. The high-altitude Huanghe Shilin Mountain Marathon began on Saturday morning in sunny conditions. But by 1 p.m. local time weather conditions had turned, with freezing rain, hail stones and gale winds lashing runners in Gansu County,
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3 people were killed and 3 others were injured in a shooting at an Ohio bar
Three people were killed and at least three others were injured in a shooting at an Ohio bar early Sunday morning, the Youngstown Police Department said. Officers were called to the Torch Club Bar & Grille in Youngstown shortly after 2 a.m. after reports of a shooting, police said. Victims were taken to St. Elizabeth
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Did Belarus ‘hijack’ a civilian airliner to detain an activist?
Ryanair flight 4978 was about to begin its descent to Vilnius in Lithuania on Sunday when it suddenly changed direction after a “security alert,” turning sharply east and descending towards the capital of Belarus, Minsk. Whether that security alert was a fabrication by the Belarus authorities is now at the heart of an incident which
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Early research suggests dogs might be able to sniff out Covid-19 infections
A new study published Sunday indicates dogs might be able to lend a helping paw in the fight against Covid-19. In a collaboration between the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Durham University and the group Medical Detection Dogs, scientists completed Phase 1 of a trial examining whether, under controlled conditions, dogs might be
Continue Reading How to build lasting habits for a better life
Many of us know the kinds of habits that could make us healthier, more successful and likely happier. It might involve being more mindful, drinking more smoothies or training for a 5K race. And yet meditation may seem boring, cooking a healthy meal can feel like too much work, and sticking to a lazy routine
Continue Reading China mourns a beloved scientist who saved millions from hunger — and detains those who insult him
As people across China this weekend mourned Yuan Longping, a symbol of China’s scientific prowess and national hero, even the slightest voice of discord was too much for the Chinese government. Yuan, who cultivated the world’s first high-yield hybrid rice strain and saved millions from hunger, died of organ failure at the age of 90
Continue Reading US military considered using nuclear weapons against China in 1958 Taiwan Strait crisis, leaked documents show
Military planners in Washington pushed for the White House to prepare plans to use nuclear weapons against mainland China during the Taiwan Strait crisis in 1958, newly leaked documents appear to confirm. The documents, first reported on by the New York Times Saturday, reveal the extent of Washington’s discussions about using nuclear weapons to deter
Continue Reading China mourns beloved scientist who saved millions from hunger — and detains those who insult him
As people across China this weekend mourned Yuan Longping, a symbol of China’s scientific prowess and national hero, even the slightest voice of discord was too much for the Chinese government. Yuan, who cultivated the world’s first high-yield hybrid rice strain and saved millions from hunger, died of organ failure at the age of 90
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Mizzou heads to first Super Regional since 2016 in no-hit win over Iowa State
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Mizzou softball team is headed to its first Super Regional since 2016, courtesy of a no-hit win over Iowa State on Sunday. It was another dominant performance from the Tiger pitching staff, as sophomore Jordan Weber pitched a no-hitter, along with seven strikeouts. https://youtu.be/jRZ0sTWoZr0 It was Mizzou’s first postseason no-hitter since
Continue Reading A 32-year-old mom of two and Olympic medalist competes in first gymnastic meet in 9 years
An Olympic silver medalist and mom of two children came out of her nine-year retirement at age 32 to compete in a gymnastics tournament Saturday. Chellsie Memmel competed in two events at the GK US Classic in Indianapolis, scoring 13.750 on the vault and finishing with an 11.800 score on the beam. The Wisconsin native
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Rebuilding from tornado damage still underway in Jefferson City two years later
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Just before midnight on May 22, 2019, an EF-3 tornado hit Mid-Missouri, ripping roofs off of homes, downing trees and powerlines and changing the lives of hundreds of people. Two years later, and rebuilding is still underway. There are still 12 buildings that need to be torn down in the city,
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Business owner shocked at deadly shooting at The Vault
COLUMBIA, MO (KMIZ) Local business owners say they’re shocked about the deadly shooting that took place at The Vault on Clark Lane, early Sunday morning. The Boone County Sheriff’s Department responded to complaints of a crowded parking lot at The Lakeview Mall shopping center, Sunday around 2:50 a.m. Vehicles were unable to leave or enter
Continue Reading 1 dead, 3 injured in shooting at Indiana apartment
One person is dead and three were injured in an early morning shooting at an apartment complex in Fort Wayne, Indiana, according to city police. Gunfire was still going off when officers arrived at the apartment complex around 12:45 a.m. ET, police said. After checking apartments that were hit by gunfire, police said they found
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Vehicle in deadly hit and run in Moniteau County found
MONITEAU COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) UPDATE (7:30 p.m.): Corporal Kyle Green said Sunday evening the car involved in the deadly crash has been found. Troopers are still working to identify who was driving the vehicle when the crash happened. UPDATE: Missouri State Highway Patrol crash reports show 39-year-old Kathleen Bennett died in the crash and 47-year-old
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An 8th US state just reached a critical Covid-19 vaccination milestone
As US officials push for more vaccinations amid slowing demand across the country, another state has now crossed an important milestone. Rhode Island is now the eighth state to have administered at least one Covid-19 shot to 70% of its adult population, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The state
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One person dead after pedestrian crash near Midway
BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri State Highway Patrol Troopers are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash Sunday morning in Boone County near Midway. According to the MSHP Crash Reports, an unknown vehical was driving east on I-70. The driver hit 27-year-old Zachary Isbell of Columbia near mile marker 121 The driver left the scene of the
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Crash shuts down Clark Lane in Columbia as emergency crews respond
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) UPDATE (4:15 P.M.): Both lanes of Clark Lane were opened back up. ORIGINAL: Several emergency crews responded to a crash on Clark Lane in east Columbia, shutting down both lanes of traffic. The closure is between Fox Run Drive and Dawn Ridge as of about 4 p.m. on Sunday according to ABC
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Why drinking tea might just help in a crisis
For centuries, tea has been used for far more than quenching thirst. Around the world people drink it to relax, reinvigorate and soothe, and it’s something we need now more than ever. In the UK, where tea drinkers imbibe 100 million cups every day, according to the UK’s Tea Advisory Panel, the beverage remains part
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George Floyd’s death was a year ago and traumatizing details are everywhere. Here’s how to cope
It’s been nearly a year since George Floyd was killed, and many additional details of the agonizing moments surrounding his death have been released. Some of the most graphic scenes are from body camera footage from three of the former Minneapolis police officers who have yet to stand trial: Thomas Lane, J. Alexander Kueng and
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