State recalls thousands of protective masks for safety concerns
State officials are asking first responders send back thousands of masks out of safety concerns.
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Columbia school board discusses pay for school bus drivers
The Columbia School Board will meet for the first time tonight since Governor Mike Parson announced Missouri schools will not hold in-person classes through the remainder of the school year.
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Jefferson City School district polling students, parents on graduation preference
The Jefferson City Board of Education will meet Monday for the first time since Gov. Mike Parson made the decision to close school buildings across the state for the rest of the school year to fight COVID-19.
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Boone Hospital Center will rely on guidance, data to resume normal operations
Boone Hospital Center said it will take time before it is able to return to operations as normal.
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Chamber of Commerce polling Jefferson City area businesses on COVID-19 impact
The Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce is working to gauge how local businesses are shouldering the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent stay-at-home orders.
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Columbia hospitals have availability in ICU beds, plans to expand in case of surge
The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation projects Missouri will see its peak need for hospital resources on April 25 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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MONDAY UPDATES: MUPD says officer hospitalized for COVID-19
Daily updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic in central Missouri.
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Economic impact payments: Who is eligible and how are they distributed?
A quick guide to coronavirus economic stimulus payouts to individuals.
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Mizzou tennis coach resigns to pursue other opportunities
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou tennis coach Colton Gaston has resigned in order to pursue other opportunities, according to a release from MU. “I would like to thank Colt for all of his hard work and dedication in building our women’s tennis program over the last five seasons,” Mizzou athletic director Jim Sterk said in a
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Full interview: Former XFL standout L’Damian Washington ready for next challenge
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Former XFL and Mizzou football standout L’Damian Washington is back in Columbia during the COVID-19 pandemic. He said his playing career is likely over, but he’s thankful for his opportunity to play for the St. Louis Battlehawks this past season. “If someone guarantees you five games and some excitement and to meet
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Cole County deputies arrest 5 people in connection with Wardsville drug bust
The Cole County Sheriff’s Office said Monday a fifth person was arrested in connection with a Wardsville drug bust that happened on Friday.
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Body found in Miller County
A man’s body was found floating in a pond in Miller County on Friday, the sheriff’s office said.
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WATCH: CPS Superintendent talks graduation, summer school plans
Stiepleman said the district is waiting on more direction from the state to figure out how it should handle summer school plans.
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One officer treated for minor injuries after shots fired at Sedalia police
SEDALIA, Mo. (KMIZ) One person is in custody after they barricaded themselves inside a residence with children while armed. UPDATE: The subject was taken into custody without incident. Thankfully the children were not harmed! The Patrols DDCC will investigate the shooting involving the Sedalia PD officer. #MSHP pic.twitter.com/dlpXBsTyt3— MSHP Troop A (@MSHPTrooperA) April 13, 2020
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Mizzou football assistant coach creates workouts for kids at home
New Mizzou strength coach Zac Woodfin and his family created a YouTube series for workouts for kids to do during quarantine.
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Mizzou wrestler runs impromptu marathon
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou wrestler Allan Hart ran an impromptu marathon this past Monday. “Think of all the little soccer moms that do it like I can definitely do it,” Hart said. “I’m 21-years-old.” The rising junior finished in about five and a half hours. He said it was much harder than he anticipated. “The
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Missouri River bridge back open after several crashes
ROCHEPORT, Mo. (KMIZ) Traffic came to a standstill at the Missouri River bridge near Rocheport Sunday. According to Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop F, one car crashed on the bridge causing traffic to stop. Then a tractor trailer hit another tractor trailer. At least one person was injured during the crashes.
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Columbia business owners open tabs at local eateries hoping to boost sales
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rock small businesses across the country, many locals have decided to step in to help local eateries weather the storm. The financial impact of the coronavirus has devastated restaurants. Data from the National Restaurant Association shows the industry has lost 3 million jobs and $25 billion
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SUNDAY UPDATES: Three new cases of COVID-19 in Boone County
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) UPDATE 2:18 P.M.: The Columbia/Boone County Health Department has reported 79 cases of COVID-19 in Boone County. That is a jump up three cases from 76 cases Saturday. The county currently has 14 active cases of the virus. Sixty four people have recovered from the virus so far.
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Stores face increased demand for Easter meals to-go
Hy-Vee is facing an increased demand as stores offer Easter meals to-go for families this holiday.
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