Missouri unemployment claims remain high as COVID-19 pandemic continues
New unemployment claims slowed a bit in Missouri last week but were still sky-high compared to before the COVID-19 pandemic.
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JC Schools continues online learning, commencement ceremonies still undecided
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City School District is battling most of the same issues schools around the country are facing right now. JC Schools Superintendent Larry Linthacum says the district is working with staff and parents to get students what they need to learn, including WiFi and food. “I’d say it’s going well but
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Dementia patients and caregivers face new challenges with COVID-19
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Missouri Chapter is working to provide resources to individuals who have Alzheimers or another form of dementia and their caregivers.
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Missouri Senate, House approve $5 billion supplement budget, Gov. Parson to sign
The Missouri House approved a massive supplementary budget amendment after it won Senate approval Wednesday.
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St. Louis-area hotel will be state’s first COVID-19 field hospital
Gov. Mike Parson and state leaders are scheduled to hold a daily COVID-19 briefing at 3 p.m. Wednesday.
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Spike in firearm background checks doesn’t surprise local gun shop owner
The number of firearm background checks in Missouri is higher than it has been in years, according to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, or NICS.
Continue Reading National Guard’s help sought in St. Louis County
The top elected official in Missouri’s largest county is seeking help from the Missouri National Guard in preparation for an expected surge in coronavirus-related hospitalizations.
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TUESDAY UPDATES: Cole and Saline counties report new COVID-19 cases
Check back throughout the day for the latest updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Missouri COVID-19 outbreak projected to peak April 19
The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation predicts the peak for COVID-19 in Missouri will hit on April 19 — 22 days ahead of previous projections that predicted a peak on May 11.
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Missouri Senate considers state funding measures while boosting COVID-19 safety
The Missouri Senate resumed the legislative session Tuesday in the state Capitol with the goal of expediently passing two bills: a supplemental budget and reauthorizing a federal reimbursement program.
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Missouri first responders eligible for workers comp for COVID-19
State first responders who contract COVID-19 will now be eligible for workers compensation.
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Banks wait for more guidance for ‘Paycheck Protection’ loans
A local bank chain says it’s ready to start lending money that employers can use to pay workers under a new federal program — once it gets some more information.
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Kansas City Public Schools suspends free meals amid outbreak
Kansas City Public Schools has suspended its free meal distribution program for students after a food service worker helping with the effort tested positive for COVID-19.
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Missouri budget chief blames huge revenue drop on virus
As Missouri lawmakers prepare to consider emergency funding in response to the coronavirus crisis, the state’s budget director has offered more evidence of the pandemic’s toll on the economy.
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Should you be wearing a facemask in public places in Mid-Missouri? Local health officials say yes
As health officials across the country are working to contain the spread of COVID-19, leaders in Mid-Missouri are asking people to wear masks when in public.
Continue Reading Missouri leaders say weeks to go in fight against COVID-19
The 3 p.m. virtual news conference will be the Governor’s first update since a statewide stay-at-home order took effect early Monday morning.
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Tree-killing insect found in more Mid-Missouri counties
An invasive insect species known for killing ash trees has been found in two more Mid-Missouri counties.
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MONDAY UPDATES: Jefferson City extends emergency declaration
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Continue Reading SUNDAY UPDATES: Number of deaths from COVID-19 in Missouri rises
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) COVID-19 case numbers might differ among state and local health authorities because of issues with reporting and address verification. UPDATE 6:37 P.M.: The number of people who have died from COVID-19 in the state of Missouri has increased to 34. That is up 10 from 24 Saturday. The Department of Health and
Continue Reading Missourians are allowed to leave their homes for essential services under state stay at home order
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri will join the majority of states under a state-wide stay-at-home order starting Monday at 12:01 a.m. until April 24. Gov. Mike Parson announced Friday The “Stay Home Missouri” order. Under the order, Missourians are told not to leave their houses unless necessary. Everyone must also avoid social gatherings of more than
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