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The city of Columbia has no requirement to inspect commercial properties for routine maintenance, but one advocate says new laws may not be the answer. Bill Warner, president of the National Association of Commercial Building Inspectors, told ABC 17 News that property owners should take seriously the cost and safety risk to keeping buildings fixed

Michela Skelton is moving forward with a lawsuit filed in Boone County court against her opponent, Rep. Sara Walsh. Walsh is one of the three parties the lawsuit names, in addition to the House Republican Campaign Committee and Zimmer Radio Group. Walsh is an Ashland Republican who won the seat over Skelton in an August

A 20-year-old man suffered serious injuries in a Callaway County crash on Monday night, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. It happened on Highway 63 near Katy Trail Overpass around 5:20 p.m. The crash report said the man’s vehicle went off the left side of the road and overturned, striking the cable median barrier.

UPDATE: The Boone County Sheriff’s Department has identified a burglary suspect wounded in a confrontation with deputies Monday as 24-year-old Daundre E. Lewis-Gatewood. Two deputies were sent to a home in the 4800 block of Schooner Road just outside Columbia on Monday on a report of two men breaking through a back door, the sheriff’s

Party: Republican Age: 58 Place of residence: Jefferson CityOccupation: Art’s Pest Control owner and operator for 32 yearsEducation: 1978 graduate of Helias High School Political experience: House District 59, served 8 years (term limited out) Opponent: Nicole Thompson Mike Bernskoetter has held the 59th House District seat for eight years and is now term-limited out.

Police are investigating after shots were fired in north Columbia on Monday afternoon. Officers were sent to a shots-fired call in the 1500 block of Native Dancer Court, near Derby Ridge Drive, the Columbia Police Department tweeted at about 4:30 p.m. CPD investigating a shots fired in the 1500 block of Native Dancer. Shell casings

It’s commonly believed that the vast majority of our oxygen comes from trees, but that is incorrect. Most of our oxygen that we take in comes from the waters of our oceans. While we do receive oxygen and cleaner air from trees, they provide much more in benefits than is commonly known. In partnership with

TONIGHT: Temperatures will remain mild overnight as clouds build into our area. By morning, lows will drop into the mid 50s with winds out of the south up to 12 mph. TUESDAY: The day will start off dry but we’ll have increasing rain chances as a cold front moves through. It will still be mild

Party: Republican Age: 68 Place of residence: Boonville Occupation: State representative Political experience: Three terms (six years) as state representative; 25 years with Republican Party committee Education: Bunceton High School; business administration marketing degree, Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg; licensed insurance agent and licensed with the Securities and Exchange Commission Opponent: Jeff Faubion Recent state

MONDAY: A beautiful afternoon is underway across Mid-Missouri, with temperatures expected to climb into the upper 60s and lower 70s. With ample sunshine, a few spots may even jump into the mid 70s in extreme southwestern parts of Mid-Missouri. Winds through the day will remain out of the SSW up to 12 mph. TONIGHT: Temperatures

Party: Democratic Place of residence: Howard County Age: 57 Occupation: Owns remodeling and construction business Political experience: None Opponent: Dave Muntzel Recent state income tax cuts have been hailed by some as an economic jumpstart and derided by others as taking money that’s needed for social services and education. What is your opinion? I am

MONDAY: Although we start off cool, the retreating high pressure along with a return of southerly winds, Mid-MO will warm up quick through the afternoon. Temperatures will be in the upper 60s and low 70s. Winds will be steady between 6-12 mph. TONIGHT: Temperatures will remain mild overnight as clouds build into our area. By

Pettis County authorities said Sunday they were investigating after human bones were found near Eagle Brook Farm southeast of Sedalia Saturday night. According to deputies, a Missouri Conservation agent reported finding the remains in a densely wooded area. Deputies responded to the scene and began an investigation On Sunday, the Pettis County Sheriff’s Office and

The Jewish community in Columbia organized a rally Sunday evening to honor the memory of those killed in Saturday morning’s mass shooting at Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. Hillel, Congregation Beth Shalom, Chabad and the Jewish Student Organization were among those groups who put on the event, and gathered everyone together in Peace Park

UPDATE 8:05 p.m.: The Jefferson City Police Department drained the Linden Way pond in their continued search for 4-year-old Darnell Gray. Several community members came out to show their support, including Cheryl Barbero, a neighbor in the area. “These are our neighbors, we care about all these people around here,” Barbero said. Barbero said she

TONIGHT: It will get fairly cool overnight as high pressure settles over the area. Winds have already backed off this evening, likely remaining calm through sunrise. You’ll want the jacket out the door in the morning, with temperatures in the low 40s. MONDAY: Although we start off cool, the retreating high pressure along with a

UPDATE: Senator Claire McCaskill said in a statement obtained by ABC 17 News that “This is an unspeakable tragedy. It’s time for the NRA to understand that America can support the 2nd Amendment and gun safety at the same time.” ORIGINAL STORY: The country’s latest mass shooting, and reported anti-Semitic motivations, have drawn a powerful

Current Fourth Ward City Councilman Ian Thomas announced Sunday he plans to run for re-election in the April elections. He said he made the decision to run this past summer. He’s been a member of the Columbia council since 2013, and was re-elected in 2016. According to a press release, he received 65 percent of

A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press the Cleveland Cavaliers have fired coach Tyronn Lue after a 0-6 start. Lue was dismissed on Sunday, according to the person, who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the team has not commented on the move. Lue guided the Cavaliers to an

Columbia police are investigating a shooting in central Columbia early Sunday morning. Police responded to the area of Gordon Street and Old Highway 63 shortly after 5:00 a.m. Sunday. Police say officers found several shell casings at the scene. They also say the company Budget Blinds was hit by three bullets and sustained minor damage.