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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do your neighbors sell short-term rentals?

July 21, 2023 2:34 AM ABC 17 News Team

Plenty of people have turned to renting out their homes or rooms on services such as Vrbo and Airbnb to make some extra cash.

Mizzou hoops set for a busy Saturday in Columbia

July 20, 2023 5:51 PM Nathalie Jones

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Mizzou men’s basketball team has a busy Saturday ahead, as the team will host an open practice for fans, as well as give a proper send off to former Tiger star Kobe Brown. It will be the first time fans will be able to catch a glimpse of head coach Dennis

NTSB releases preliminary crash report for Osage Beach plane crash that killed two

July 20, 2023 7:38 PM Marina Diaz

OSAGE BEACH, Mo. (KMIZ) The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary crash report one week after the plane crash in Osage Beach that killed two people. The crash happened on July 13 near the Grand Glaize Airport. Hayden Michael Ritchhart, 22, of Carrollton, and Evan R. Vandiver, 19, Richmond, died in the crash. Gary

Volunteer at Cole County private school charged with child sex crimes remains jailed without bond

July 20, 2023 11:55 AM Avery Roehler

A volunteer at a Cole County school who was charged with raping a student remained in jail the day after her arrest without bond.

Electricity restored hours after more than 5,000 electric cooperative customers lose power in Camden County

July 20, 2023 5:28 PM Matthew Sanders

More than 5,400 Southwest Electric Co-op members were without power Thursday afternoon in Camden County.

Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission discusses short-term rental regulations

July 20, 2023 5:11 PM Nia Hinson

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission met Thursday night for a work session regarding short-term rental regulations within the city. Commission members said its plans are to add regulations to short-term rental properties because of the state of housing in Columbia. Members of the commission said too many properties are being taken

Woman accused of stealing from nursing home residents posts bond, has August court date

July 20, 2023 3:33 PM Ryan Shiner

ELDON, Mo. (KMIZ) An Iberia woman who is accused of stealing from an elder care posted bond this week and has a new court date set. Lee Ann Maylee, 45, is charged with stealing a gun and seven counts of stealing more than $750. She was held in the Miller County Jail and posted a

Health and safety officials monitoring the Boone County Fair ahead of high temperatures

July 20, 2023 5:49 AM Isabella Roberts

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) With temperatures expected to rise up to 95 degrees on Wednesday, those planning on attending activities at the fair should be prepared to face the heat. According to the CDC, to avoid heat exhaustion you should: Wear appropriate clothing: choose lightweight, loose-fitting clothingRemember to wear sunscreen: sunburn affects your body’s ability to cool down and

Pilot dies after small plane crashes into field in western Missouri

July 20, 2023 2:13 PM Associated Press

KEARNEY, Mo. (AP) — Authorities say a pilot died after a small plane crashed into a field in western Missouri. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened just after 9:30 a.m. Thursday. First responders found the plane engulfed in flames in a soybean field near the town of Kearney. The pilot’s name has

Sheriff’s office begins managing Ashland patrol operations while city is without chief

July 20, 2023 2:26 PM Mitchell Kaminski

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office took control Thursday of police operations in Ashland after Chief Gabe Edwards was suspended.

Missouri Supreme Court backs lower court ruling against attorney general on abortion question

July 20, 2023 2:02 PM Matthew Sanders

The Missouri Supreme Court is considering a lawsuit against the Missouri Attorney General that would allow an initiative petition on reproductive rights to move forward.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you going to the Boone County Fair?

July 20, 2023 2:41 AM ABC 17 News Team

The Boone County Fair is open and runs through Saturday this week.

School volunteer charged with child sex crimes, including sexual contact with student

July 19, 2023 4:27 PM Ryan Shiner

COLE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Jefferson City woman was charged Wednesday with several child sex crimes in Cole County. Jennifer Cecil, 41, is charged with first-degree sexual abuse, second-degree statutory rape, second-degree statutory sodomy and having sexual contact with a student. She is being held in the Cole County Jail without bond. A court date

Bear Creek Drive closure extended through July 28

July 19, 2023 10:02 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A road closure on Bear Creek Drive has been extended through Friday, July 28, according to a press release from the City of Columbia. A closure began Monday in the 2200 block of the road so the Stormwater Utility could replace a failing stormwater pipe and inlet. Residents on Bear Creek Drive will need to

Sheriff’s office to oversee police patrol operations in Ashland

July 19, 2023 4:35 PM Matthew Sanders

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office will take over command of police operations in Ashland starting Thursday morning.

Columbia woman charged after alleged chase on Highway 63

July 19, 2023 8:55 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Columbia woman was charged Thursday after allegedly leading Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers on a chase Wednesday on Highway 63. Sydney Myian Smith, 21, is charged with resisting arrest, operating a motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner and speeding. She is being held in the Boone County Jail on

Jefferson City pharmacy Whaley’s bought out by Walgreens after 80-year run

July 19, 2023 11:43 AM Mitchell Kaminski

Whaley’s has been Jefferson City’s hometown pharmacy for over 80 years. But that run will soon be coming to an end.

Versailles woman charged with endangering welfare of a child

July 19, 2023 7:38 PM Ryan Shiner

VERSAILLES, Mo. (KMIZ) A Versailles woman has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child after a Versailles Police Officer observed the conditions at the house where she lived created a risk for two children. A warrant was issued Wednesday for Kristin Nelson, 39, and a $10,000 bond is set. She is not in

IRS whistleblowers air claims to Congress about ‘slow-walking’ of the Hunter Biden case

July 19, 2023 6:38 PM Associated Press

By FARNOUSH AMIRI and LISA MASCARO Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans raised unsubstantiated allegations Wednesday against President Joe Biden over his family’s finances as they summoned IRS whistleblowers to testify publicly for the first time about claims the Justice Department improperly interfered with a tax investigation into Biden’s son Hunter. Lawmakers heard from

Passage of Show Mo Act opens door for Mid-Missouri film productions

July 19, 2023 3:59 PM Hannah Falcon

The Show Mo Act, which provides tax incentives for entertainment projects in Missouri, passed this year and was signed into law after years of trying.