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Columbia P and Z approves request for new downtown hotel

January 23, 2020 3:43 PM Matt Ragsdale

The proposed six-story hotel is called the Cherry Street Hotel and would sit just north of the Hitt Street Garage.

Boone County prosecutor objects to change of venue motion in Elledge case

January 23, 2020 9:15 PM Matt Ragsdale

Knight filed the motion to object on Wednesday stating Elledge’s attorney waited too long to file the change the venue motion.

Columbia firefighters respond to attic fire in south Columbia

January 23, 2020 9:26 PM Matt Ragsdale

The fire department tweeted out at 9:21 p.m. that no injuries were reported.

Tracking snow Thursday evening into Friday morning

January 23, 2020 4:49 PM Luke Victor

A Weather Alert Day has been issued tonight through Friday afternoon for accumulating snow impacting both commutes through Friday morning. TONIGHT: Moderate snow is expected this evening across mid-Missouri. Snow will begin accumulating on roadways after sunset. Accumulating snow will continue through 5am Friday before tapering off to light snow. Accumulations will slow down for the

One lane of Highway 63 South closed for crash Thursday night

January 23, 2020 6:10 PM Matt Ragsdale

Boone County and Callaway County authorities are warning drivers about crashes and road impacts on Thursday night.

Mizzou defensive back enters transfer portal

January 23, 2020 3:06 PM Tyler Murry

COLUMBIA – A spokesperson for the Mizzou football team confirmed that corner Christian Holmes will transfer away from the team. Now that Holmes is in the transfer portal, Holmes is free to speak with coaches from across the country. Holmes played three seasons with the Tigers. In 35 games, Holmes 52 tackles, two interceptions and

RECALL ROUNDUP: Millions of Toyota and Honda cars recalled for safety concerns

January 23, 2020 7:19 PM Deborah Kendrick

Two of Japan’s biggest carmakers announced recalls over safety concerns for millions of models.

Missouri State Highway Patrol urges drivers to slow down

January 23, 2020 4:49 PM Amber Tabeling

The Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to around 60 calls for service on Thursday and around 500 so far in January because of winter weather.

Missouri GOP lawmakers praise WOTUS change

January 23, 2020 6:39 PM Matt Ragsdale

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two members of Missouri’s congressional delegation sounded off on Thursday praising President Donald Trump’s decision to change how the EPA evaluates pollution in waterways. The renamed and redefined water rule took effect today. It was officially renamed The Navigable Water Protection Rule. It will be overseen by the Environmental Protection Agency and

Bond hearing delayed for woman accused of killing husband

January 23, 2020 6:32 PM Lucas Geisler

MONTGOMERY CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A hearing for a woman accused of killing her husband at their Montgomery County home will now take place in February. Prosecutors and defense attorneys agreed to push back a bond hearing for Lynlee Renick until Feb. 24. She will remain in custody without bond until then. Montgomery County Prosecutor Nathan

Callaway County prosecutor won’t file charges in November deadly shooting

January 23, 2020 5:24 PM Matt Ragsdale

Wilson said a resident acted in self-defense after 23-year-old Thomas Payne entered a residence on the 600 block of Jefferson Street Nov. 30.

Columbia woman sentenced to 7 years in DOC

January 23, 2020 11:21 AM Madison Fleck

A Columbia woman who pleaded guilty in an arson case was sentenced to seven years in the Missouri Department of Corrections on Tuesday.

Multiple crashes reported on Highway 63

January 23, 2020 8:06 AM Madison Fleck

Multiple crashes were reported on Highway 63 Thursday morning as roads were wet due to overnight snow and rain.

Timeline for gate arms in downtown parking garages still unclear

January 22, 2020 7:31 PM Sydney Olsen

The Columbia Parking Advisory Commission met Wednesday to discuss parking downtown. The group discussed where the project to install gate arms in downtown parking garages currently stands.

Mid-Missouri crews ready for winter weather

January 22, 2020 5:42 PM Zach Boetto

Local road crews and law enforcement agencies are preparing for the possibility of a slick commute Thursday morning and urging drivers to use caution.

New Columbia fire chief holds meet and greet

January 22, 2020 10:00 PM Katie Greathouse

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The new leader of the Columbia Fire Department met with members of the community Wednesday morning. City Manager John Glascock announced the Andy Woody as the next chief of the Columbia Fire Department in December. His first day was Jan. 13. Woody previously served as fire chief in Searcy, Arkansas. During his

Jefferson City to pay for 96% of demolition costs for downtown building

January 22, 2020 7:08 PM Barry Mangold

As part of an agreement with property owners, Jefferson City taxpayers will cover almost all of the cost of demolishing a crumbling downtown building.