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Former Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens delivers masks

Masks delivered by former Missouri governor fail fit test

April 28, 2020 4:30 PM Matthew Sanders

Masks delivered by a former Missouri governor to at least one local agency to protect first responders from COVID-19 did not pass a fit test.

Mid-Missouri hospitals prepare for spike in COVID-19 patients after reopening

April 28, 2020 11:50 AM Molly Stawinoga

With the state reopening in less than a week, hospitals in mid-Missouri are preparing for a possible spike in COVID-19 cases.

Missouri COVID-19 deaths jump

April 28, 2020 2:02 PM Matthew Sanders

The number of COVID-19 deaths in Missouri jumped by 26 on Tuesday.

Officers identify human remains of Columbia man missing since September

April 28, 2020 3:51 PM Matt Ragsdale

The Columbia Police Department said Tuesday that human remains found two weeks ago have been identified as a Columbia man who had been missing for months.

Missouri governor says COVID-19 hospitalizations down in most regions

April 28, 2020 2:27 PM Matthew Sanders

Gov. Mike Parson presented evidence Tuesday that the COVID-19 pandemic was slowing in Missouri and emphasized the need for business to resume operations.

Woman pleads guilty to federal charge in disabled Fulton man’s death

April 28, 2020 2:30 PM Matthew Sanders

A former caregiver of disabled Fulton man Carl DeBrodie pleaded guilty Tuesday to charges of obstructing the investigation into DeBrodie’s death.

Coast Guard: Duck boat changes needed after Missouri sinking

April 28, 2020 12:51 PM Associated Press

The U.S. Coast Guard says it will recommend that canopies and side curtains be removed from amphibious tour vehicles known as stretch duck boats.

Cole County health officials recommend going with statewide COVID-19 order

April 28, 2020 11:37 AM Amber Tabeling

The Cole County Health Department recommended Tuesday that county leaders not adopt specific local regulations related to COVID-19 when a statewide stay-at-home order expires Sunday.

No injuries reported in downtown Jefferson City fire

April 28, 2020 9:53 AM Matthew Sanders

The Jefferson City Fire Department said Tuesday that it was at the scene of a structure fire downtown.

VIDEO: MU Health Care outlines plans for phased reopening

April 28, 2020 9:57 AM Zara Barker

MU Health Care Dr. Mark Wakefield joined ABC 17 News This Morning to discuss the hospital’s efforts to reopen.

Maries County crash involving trooper caused thousands in damage

April 28, 2020 9:23 AM Matt Ragsdale

The Missouri State Highway Patrol said a crash involving a trooper Monday night caused about $30,000 in damage.

CPD: Officers looking for man suspected of kidnapping, domestic assault

April 28, 2020 9:07 AM Matt Ragsdale

CPD tweeted after 8 a.m. on Tuesday that the man was believed to be armed and dangerous.

Miller County chase ends in arrest

April 27, 2020 10:20 PM Katie Greathouse

Authorities arrested one person after a chase in Miller County on Monday.

Gov. Mike Parson holds a press briefing on Friday regarding COVID-19.

Parson announces new COVID-19 regulations that will allow businesses to reopen

April 27, 2020 2:17 PM Matthew Sanders

Gov. Mike Parson said Monday that businesses will reopen in Missouri next week but the public will still be barred from nursing homes and retirement communities.

Two people injured in Maries County crash involving patrol vehicle

April 27, 2020 9:33 PM Katie Greathouse

MARIES COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were injured in a crash that involved a Missouri State Highway Patrol vehicle in Maries County on Monday. It happened after 5 p.m. on Highway 63 near Highway 42. According to a crash report, a 2009 Chevrolet Suburban pulled out in front of a 2020 Ford Explorer. The Ford

Comparing Missouri’s re-opening order to federal guidelines

April 27, 2020 8:29 PM Lucas Geisler

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri’s new order allowing businesses to operate under relaxed rules breaks away from some federal guidelines on re-opening. An ABC 17 News review shows that the order released by Gov. Mike Parson and the Department of Health and Senior Services gives fewer rules for businesses to follow than the White House

COVID-19 impacts supply of homes in Boone County

April 27, 2020 6:50 PM Sydney Olsen

The Columbia Board of Relators released statistics for single family home sales in Boone County in March.

Columbia restaurants get ready for reopening next week

April 27, 2020 11:40 AM Amber Tabeling

Missouri and Columbia/Boone County plan to reopen some businesses amid the COVID-19 pandemic, while some states and even counties have already done so.