Boone County Sheriff’s Office seeks grant to fight internet crimes
The Boone County Commission is expected to vote on a sheriff’s department application for a cyber crimes grant when it meets Thursday afternoon.
Continue ReadingThe Boone County Commission is expected to vote on a sheriff’s department application for a cyber crimes grant when it meets Thursday afternoon.
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department will have increased DWI enforcement as Downtown Columbia prepares for a busy weekend. Downtown Columbia is expected to be busy as Columbia residents hit the town to celebrate Cinco De Mayo. University of Missouri Students will also be out of class Friday for the school’s Reading Day and
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were arrested Thursday afternoon following a high-speed chase that ended in northwest Columbia. The chase allegedly began when the driver drove away from a traffic stop, according to police. The vehicle allegedly blew out a tire around the area near Grayson Drive. Two guns were found on Sunflower Street. At
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ.) On Thursday, Columbia’s Planning and Zoning Commission is set to discuss survey results on proposed changes to short-term rentals. This issue has been up for debate between city leaders since 2018 and commissioners have been working to prepare a final draft of proposed regulations since September. In Columbia, there are currently about 370 active short-term
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The University of Missouri is not planning on renewing its Residential Life contract with The Rise on 9th apartment complex for next school year. Christian Basi, a spokesperson for the university, told ABC 17 News in an email that the school believes it can accommodate all students who are asking for on-campus housing. Basi says
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ.) The Columbia Board of Education on Wednesday reviewed the potential 2023-24 school year budget, which among several things, includes a salary increase for CPS employees. CPS has $10,459,241 set aside to cover the total cost of salaries and benefits. With $6,431,491 being used for employee salaries, and $981,417 being used to cover
Continue ReadingJEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Some government offices in Mid-Missouri will be closed Monday in observance of President Harry S Truman’s birthday. Jefferson City announced in a Wednesday press release that city offices will be closed Monday. City offices will resume a normal schedule Tuesday. Boone County offices will also be closed for Truman Day, according
Continue ReadingGas prices are likely to continue fluctuating this summer, with things such as the OPEC+ oil group’s drop in production putting pressure on the oil market.
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department on Monday morning posted on Facebook reminding residents to lock their vehicles to prevent car break-ins. The post included surveillance footage from an alleged car break in that occurred Monday in the 700 block of King Avenue. CPD also included a graphic in a second post regarding the
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A second man was charged Wednesday in relation to a shooting that occurred last month at the Conley Road Hy-Vee gas station. Royelle D. Hunt, 34, is charged with unlawful possession of a gun, unlawful use of a weapon and armed-criminal action. An initial court appearance is set for 1:30 p.m. Thursday
Continue ReadingA suspect in a recent Columbia shooting was arrested Wednesday, a Columbia police official said at the scene.
Continue ReadingThe project includes audible signals that will have countdown timers.
Continue ReadingThe study, published in the Journal of Surgical Research, also found that childhood gun injuries are the leading cause of death among American children.
Continue ReadingA Missouri appeals court ruled Tuesday that a lower court should reconsider an open records case against the Boone County Sheriff’s Department and the prosecutor’s office.
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The City of Columbia Stormwater Utility will close a part of Oak Street on Thursday between West Sexton Drive and Lynn Street to replace a box culvert, according to a press release from the City. The work is scheduled to be completed by Monday.
Continue ReadingMissouri’s state government just gave out a round of grants to mostly small school districts to enhance their security measures.
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) An effort to add five-speed humps along Russell Boulevard failed at the Monday night Columbia City Council meeting. The council voted 4-3 against the installation of five speed-humps on the busy road between Broadway Street and Rollins Road. About 10 residents voiced their comments during the meeting tonight with the majority opposing
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) West Ash Street will be closed 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, between Hirth and Sanford avenues as a tree will be removed by private companies, according to a press release from the city. The closure will affect both lanes and the sidewalk. Barricades will be placed on West Ash Street between
Continue ReadingThe Columbia City Council is set to hear from the public on creating a park in east Columbia with a vote possible afterward.
Continue ReadingCOLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were arrested from a pair of chases on Saturday in Columbia, according to a pair of probable cause statements. In one chase, Rashard Lee Bigham, was charged with resisting arrest by fleeing and driving while revoked. He is being held at the Boone County Jail on a $20,000 bond. A
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