Mid-Missourians could see changes on their utility bills as weather gets colder
It’s already beginning to feel more like fall outside, which will soon turn into winter, which will cause a hike in most people’s utility bills.
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Alzheimer’s Impact Movement working with lawmakers to advocate for Alzheimer’s policy
The Alzheimer’s Impact Movement works with lawmakers to advance and develop policies to help with the research, care and support of people with Alzheimer’s.
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No injuries reported in Jefferson City warehouse fire
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) No injuries were reported after a fire broke out Tuesday at Culligan of Jefferson City. Jefferson City Assistant Fire Chief Jay Niemeyer said the fire started due to a bird’s nest inside the flue of a heater. Firefighters found fire in the wall at the back of the building and spread to
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Missouri working to implement Alzheimer’s task force recommendations
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) More than 120,000 Missouri residents are living with Alzheimer’s, and that number is expected to grow by more than 8% in the next two years, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Missouri’s elected officials are recognizing this epidemic, and one of the ways they’ve taken action is with the state’s Alzheimer’s State
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Charges filed against three in Jefferson City park shooting
A man who showed up at a Columbia hospital late Thursday with a gunshot wound has been charged with three felonies for his alleged role in a gunfight at a Jefferson City park.
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Jefferson City police name woman killed in Sunday crash in report
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Police Department has named the woman who died in a crash that occurred Sunday in Downtown Jefferson City. According to a JCPD crash report released on Monday, Julie A. Agee was killed in the crash. She was 74. First responders were called to the 200 block of Madison
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Mid-Missouri resources available for people affected by Alzheimer’s and their families
This week, ABC 17 News is continuing our ‘Living with Alzheimer’s’ coverage leading up to the Jefferson City Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sunday.
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One person dies from car crash involving pedestrian in Jefferson City
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Police Department is investigating a deadly crash involving a pedestrian Sunday afternoon. Police responded to the 200 block of Madison Street just after noon. One person was taken to a local hospital and died from their injuries there. Our news crew walked the area asking businesses in the
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Lincoln University wraps up Homecoming celebrations Saturday
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Saturday is the last day of homecoming celebrations for Lincoln University. Every fall, students and alumni return to the hill to appreciate their time at the university. There have been free events all week to celebrate. Culminating in the big homecoming game today against northeastern state. There’s also a concert Saturday
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Multiple arrests made on Friday after a shooting left two people injured in Jefferson City Park on Thursday
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Three people were taken into custody on Friday for their alleged involvement in a shooting that happened on Thursday at a Jefferson City Park. Two men were injured after they were shot amid a large gathering at McClung Park a little after 11 p.m. According to a Jefferson City Police Department
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Lincoln University police officers were sent to McClung Park a little after 11 p.m. on reports of gunfire
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Judge recuses himself from Jefferson City murder case
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The judge in a Jefferson City murder case has recused himself from presiding over the case on Thursday. Judge Cotton Walker recused himself from the murder case involving Sergio Sayles. A new judge has yet to be assigned, according to Casenet. Sayles, 36, of Jefferson City, was charged with first-degree murder,
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Jefferson City Red Lobster to be closed several weeks for repairs
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Red Lobster in Jefferson City will be closed for several weeks, according to a company spokeswoman, after a fire caused about $300,000 worth of damage on Sept. 26. A reopening date has not been determined, according to an email from Red Lobster spokeswoman Lori Cherry. A fire started in the
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Jefferson City crash closes part of busy highway, sparks other collisions
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A car crash in Jefferson City injured two people and shut down the southbound lane of Highway 54 for 30 minutes Thursday morning. The Jefferson City Police Department responded to the crash a little after 7 a.m. on Highway 54 near the Highway 63 off-ramp. Wyatt McEuen, 22, of Centralia, and
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Vossen named Helias Catholic president
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Ron Vossen has been named the president of Helias Catholic High School, according to a Wednesday post on the school’s website. Vossen was named the interim president on May 24. Vossen was the director of alumni relations and was a teacher for 43 years, the release states. He was appointed by
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State will not seek death penalty for man accused in 2021 Lazy Gators shooting
CAMDENTON, Mo. (KMIZ) The state of Missouri will not seek the death penalty against a Jefferson City man accused of a 2021 Memorial Day weekend shooting at Lazy Gators Camden County Prosecutor Richelle Grosvenor on Tuesday filed a notice of intent to waive the death penalty against Chad Tariq Brewer. Brewer, 31, was charged with first-degree murder,
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80% of Missouri business leaders say child care crisis bad for state
Lawmakers, business leaders and business owners from across Missouri gathered for a discussion on an issue plaguing Missouri’s economy: child care.
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Drought Assessment Committee set to meet to discuss ways to respond to statewide drought conditions
A screenshot of the U.S. Drought Monitor released September 28th, 2023.
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Officials say not to repost social media threats made against schools
While there are no active threats being investigated against Jefferson City schools, school officials want parents and students to know what to do in the case one does occur.
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JCPD launches new portal for residents to follow calls
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Police Department has launched a new online portal for residents to follow calls, according to a Tuesday press release. The portal — Citizen Connect — is contained inside the JCPD website, according to the release. According to the release, residents can view the date, time and incident number
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