QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should states enforce immigration laws?
Immigration law has long been seen as the sole domain of the federal government.
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Sunday Sit-down with Mizzou defensive coordinator Corey Batoon
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) ABC 17 Sports Director Nathalie Jones brought on Mizzou football’s first-year defensive coordinator Corey Batoon in this week’s edition of Sunday Sit-down. The pair discussed Batoon’s vision for the 2024 Tiger defense and what brought him to Columbia. The former South Alabama d-coordinator joined head coach Eli Drinkwitz’s coaching staff in Jan.
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How to stay safe when storms knock down power lines
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The potential for electrical dangers are high when there is a severe storm rolling in. An ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Alert Day is issued for Monday for the threat of severe storms capable of all severe hazards. There is a risk for 2″+ hail, 60 mph winds, and tornadoes. Power outages and
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Changes to CPS Attendance areas set to be discussed during Monday’s meeting
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Public Schools is set to discuss changes to the district’s attendance areas as new buildings are set to open, and as schools continue to grow beyond their capacity. Monday marks the beginning of Phase 1 for CPS as the district plans a series of meetings to discuss the changes to its
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Easter spending slightly down from last year
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The total spending for Easter is slightly down this year after it increased the past few years reaching its highest peak in 2023 with $24 billion, according to the National Retail Federation. A survey conducted by the National Retail Federation and Proper Insights and Analytics showed that consumer spending is expected to
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AAA Offers advice for travelers this Easter weekend
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Drivers across Missouri are expected to hit the roads today as they head toward their Easter Sunday plans and AAA has some advice to keep drivers and fliers safe and on time. Easter lines up with the end of Spring Break this year meaning that quite a few people are expected to
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Yard waste drop-off site in Jefferson City reopens
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The yard waste drop-off site on Ellis Boulevard in Jefferson City is now reopened, the city wrote in a Thursday social media post. The city expected to have the site reopened by April 1, according to previous reporting. The site on Ellis Boulevard closed in January and the city originally opted to
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Firefighter injured as Columbia Fire Department responds to house fire in East Campus area
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Fire Department put out a fire at a home in the East Campus area on Friday night. Three firetrucks responded to a fire in the 1500 block of Wilson Avenue. An ABC 17 News reporter saw one person put in an ambulance. CFD spokeswoman Katherine Rodriguez told ABC 17 News
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Columbia man charged with multiple counts of child porn possession
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man was charged on Thursday with several child pornography charges. Robert Pund was charged with first-degree promoting child pornography and four counts of child porn possession. He is not listed on the Boone County Jail roster and a criminal summons was issued on Friday. An initial court appearance is scheduled
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Man charged in Camden County with 10 counts of child porn possession
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Richland, Missouri, man was charged with 10 counts of possessing child pornography and a count of drug possession. John Edward Clark, 61, is being held without bond at the Camden County Jail. An initial arraignment was held on Friday, according to court records. A hearing is set for 9 a.m.
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Fertilizer spill leads to ‘near total fish kill’ in river in Iowa, part of Missouri; has not flowed into Missouri River
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A fertilizer spill into the Nishnabotna River containing 1,500 tons of a liquid nitrogen solution is annihilating the aquatic wildlife in the river, including the portion in Missouri. According to Ecological Health Unit Science Supervisor with the Missouri Department of Conservation Matt Combes, the spill has affected 60 miles of the Nishnabotna
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Bridge collapse in waterways affect country’s supply chain
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo (KMIZ) The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge has highlighted the importance of America’s supply chain and what can happen if it is disrupted. While Missouri does not have any ports the size of Baltimore it’s ports still are vital to the state’s economy. According to the state Port Authority, Missouri waterways
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St. Charles man charged with rape, sodomy in Phelps County
ROLLA, Mo. (KMIZ) A St. Charles man was charged on Thursday with rape, sodomy and other felonies. Iyan Taron Hubbard, 19, was charged with first-degree rape, first-degree sodomy, second-degree domestic assault and the sexual exploitation of a minor child. He is being held in the Phelps County Jail without bond. A confined docket hearing is
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Columbia First Ward voters to decide whether to keep councilman
Columbia Ward 1 voters will be asked Tuesday if they want to retain or recall their councilman, Nick Knoth.
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Retirement reception for outgoing Columbia fire chief
A retirement reception for Columbia Fire Chief Clayton Farr Jr. is set for Friday afternoon.
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St. Louis man charged in January Boonville shooting on Katy Drive
BOONVILLE, Mo. (KMIZ) A second man has been charged in relation to an exchange of gunfire that occurred Jan. 30 in the 500 block of Katy Drive in Boonville. Travis Anderson Jones, of St. Louis, was charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action. A warrant was issued for his arrest and a $25,000 bond
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Man charged with assault in Santulli hazing case requests venue change
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man who was charged in the suspected hazing of Danny Santulli requested a change of venue on Thursday. Ryan Delanty, 22, was charged with felony hazing, second-degree assault and supplying liquor to a minor, a misdemeanor. A jury trial was scheduled at 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 21. The motion filed on
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Woman charged after allegedly shooting gun at man on Spencer Avenue
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A woman was arrested on Thursday after she was accused of shooting at a man near the intersection of Spencer Avenue and Patsy Lane. Katasia W. Taylor, 30 , of Columbia, was charged with first-degree domestic assault, armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon. She is being held at the
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Columbia man charged with rape and assault arrested, has court appearance
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia man who was charged with rape and assault was booked into the Boone County Jail on Thursday evening. Aleksey Grigory Salaz, 21, was charged with first-degree rape, first-degree assault and first-degree sodomy. He is being held at the Boone County Jail without bond. An initial court appearance was held on
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Jefferson City businessman pleads guilty to stealing federal stimulus money
A Jefferson City businessman pleaded guilty Thursday to defrauding the government of $12.4 million through COVID-19 stimulus loans.
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