Parson names new directors, fields coronavirus questions
Questions during the news conference turned to the coronavirus pandemic and measures to control the spread of the more transmissible omicron variant.
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Capital Region Medical Center warns of possible long wait times
The hospital shut down its internet and phone network on Dec. 17 after detecting suspicious activity, Capital Region has said.
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Has an event you were interested in been canceled because of the coronavirus?
The latest surge in coronavirus cases is causing a fresh wave of canceled events.
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Suspect enters not guilty plea in deadly motorcycle crash
A suspect pleaded not guilty in a deadly Columbia crash.
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Boone County hospital faces staffing issues amid omicron surge
As COVID-19 cases reach their highest levels in months, staffing shortages are once again becoming an issue for hospitals.
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Daniel Boone Regional Library closing libraries to install new check-out technology first two weeks in January
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Daniel Boone Regional Library is closing libraries in Ashland, Columbia, Fulton and Holts Summit to install new check-out technology over the first two weeks in January. Each library will be closed while its collection is being converted over to the new system. During the closures, curbside pickup, online chat, outreach services
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Filing period ends for Jefferson City Council election
The filing period has ended for Jefferson City Council candidates.
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Family, fellow firefighters, public pay respects to fallen firefighter Bryant Gladney
A large crowd is expected for the service, which is also being streamed online via Zoom. Organizers also expect people to line the procession route down Stadium Boulevard, Providence Road and Business Loop 70.
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Harrisburg man sentenced to 11 years after 2019 crash that killed Columbia pedestrian
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Harrisburg man was sentenced to 11 years in a Missouri correctional facility after pleading guilty in the hit and run death of a Columbia man in the 1400 block of Range Line Street on June 29, 2019. Charles Waddill will serve seven years for leaving the scene of an accident involving
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TUESDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports 111 new coronavirus cases; active cases drop below 700
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WATCH: Timelapse video of firefighter Bryant Gladney’s funeral procession
Watch the long procession wind through downtown Columbia.
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Patrol completes investigation of Post-Dispatch
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol has completed an investigation of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that began after a journalist exposed a state database flaw. Patrol Capt. John Hotz told the Post-Dispatch Monday that results of the investigation were turned over to Cole County Prosecuting Attorney Locke Thompson. It remains unclear
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Three hurt after overnight crash on I-70 in Cooper County
COOPER COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) Three men were hurt following a crash on Interstate 70 in Cooper County early Tuesday morning. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 12:10 a.m. in the westbound lanes at the 91-mile marker. Troopers said a van driven by Jerry D. Weller, 64, of Overland Park, Kansas,
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do you support shorter isolation periods after a positive COVID-19 test?
The agency changed its recommendation amid a sharp increase in cases attributed to the more transmissible omicron variant.
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Boone County parents in custody for child neglect
Two Boone County parents are in custody and facing child neglect felony charges Monday, after law enforcement found their three children living in dangerous conditions.
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Columbia man one of 18 pardons from Gov. Parson
Gov. Mike Parson granted 18 pardons and commuted one sentence on Wednesday.
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MONDAY UPDATES: Missouri DHSS adds 153 coronavirus related deaths after analyzing death certificates
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Continue Reading Flags to be flown at half-staff to honor fallen Boone County firefighter Bryant Gladney
Parson issued the order Monday, the same day that services began with visitation at the Hearnes Center on the University of Missouri campus.
Continue Reading Coronavirus testing remains available in Mid-Missouri
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended the use of rapid at-home tests ahead of holiday gatherings to prevent the spread of COVID, in addition to vaccinations and boosters. But in some areas, those tests are in short supply.
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Mizzou men’s basketball coach tests positive for COVID-19
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou men’s basketball coach Cuonzo Martin has tested positive for COVID-19. He announced the news on social media Monday afternoon. Coach Martin said in a Tweet, “Encouraging everyone to stay safe during this holiday season. I’ve tested positive for Covid. Feeling well and thankful for our athletic training staff following protocol and
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