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Columbia man pleads guilty to stealing from video gaming machines in two extra counties
A Columbia man charged with stealing money from video gaming machines in four different mid-Missouri counties pleads guilty to additional charges. It was earlier this month when Andrew Poelker, 35, pleaded guilty to damaging three gaming machines at a Boone County convenience store to steal more than $2,700 in cash. He pleaded guilty to stealing and was sentenced to five years in prison.
Police: One detained after apartment search led to multiple Boonville schools being placed on temporary lockdown
BOONVILLE, Mo. (KMIZ) Multiple schools were placed on a lockdown Tuesday afternoon as the Boonville Police Department and Missouri State Highway Patrol Bomb Squad served a search warrant in the 500 block of Vine Street, according to a social media post from BPD. BPD wrote that threatening text messages were made toward the police department, The post Police: One detained after apartment search led to multiple Boonville schools being placed on temporary lockdown appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Ongoing negotiations aim to resolve California Police Department crisis
California, MO — The City of California’s motto is “Small enough to know you and big enough to serve you,” but recent developments are raising questions about whether city officials can live up to that promise. California’s Police Chief of three years, Daniel Hurt, resigned four...
Jefferson City revealed as America’s most desirable city to live in, study
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Real Estate experts at AgentAdvice studied 11 metrics that show the desirability of an area. Jefferson City ranked number one as the most desirable city to live in. The study broke down the average home size and price, the number of attractions and things to do, and the number of schools […]
Ashland man dies at Boone County Jail
William Gipson of Ashland died on Friday, Aug. 23rd while in custody at the Boone County Jail. Gipson was arrested by the Ashland Police Department a few hours earlier for 1st degree trespass, 1st degree property damage, and 2nd degree tampering with property of another. He was then transported to be booked at the Boone County Jail.
Royals move into first-place tie atop AL Central with third win over Guardians in two days
The AL Central is officially up for grabs. Tuesday night at Progressive Field, the Kansas City Royals beat the Cleveland Guardians for the third time in two days (KC 6, CLE 1), giving the clubs identical 75-58 records. They are tied atop the AL Central with 29 games to play. The Royals swept Monday's doubleheader and are 10-3 in their last 13 games. The Guardians have lost eight of 11.
Social Media Detectives Are Just Now Uncovering A Clue That Juju Smith-Schuster Was Trying To Tell Everyone He Was Joining The Kansas City Chiefs 3 Weeks Ago While Still With The Patriots
Observant social media detectives uncovered compelling evidence indicating that JuJu Smith-Schuster knew well in advance that he was Kansas City-bound. While he was still with the New England Patriots, no less. The Patriots released JuJu Smith-Schuster on Aug. 9, a year after handing him a three-year deal in 2023 free...
Royals RHP Michael Lorenzen to undergo MRI after injuring his left hamstring in start against Guards
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kansas City Royals starter Michael Lorenzen will undergo an MRI on Wednesday after he injured his left hamstring in the second inning of Tuesday night’s 6-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians. Lorenzen got hurt while stretching as he covered first base. He tried to stay...
Street Level organization helps the homeless population in Cape Girardeau during the heat
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - “Paypay” is originally from the Home of the Blues, but right now he’s staying on the streets of Cape Girardeau. “It’s hot out here, man. It’s hot,” said “Paypay”. “Paypay” is one of the dozens receiving food...
Tea room opening in south St. Louis
ST. LOUIS — A new tea room and restaurant is coming to Tower Grove South. Fleur de Tea, owned by Colleen Vucinovich, should open in early to mid-September at 4168 Juniata St. The new concept will offer tea service, cocktails and a food menu featuring global cuisine. The restaurant...
Sergeant Rachel Tozier speaks about experience at the Paris Olympics
(PATTONSBURG, Mo.) Sergeant Rachel Tozier, part of the U.S. Army's Markmanship Unit, has recently returned to the states from her trip to Paris for the Olympics, and states that the experience was an unforgettable and amazing part of her life. Tozier is a Pattonsburg native and participated in Olympic Trap...
Tuesday’s temperature has tied a 143-year-old record
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Tuesday afternoon, the temperature in the St. Louis area tied a 143-year-old record!. First Alert 4 Chief Meteorologist Steve Templeton reported that the high temperature of 102° tied the record from 1881! He said that the temperature could rise a bit more before the day ended.
Sale, use of fireworks now permitted for July 4 holiday in St. Peters
After months of discussion on whether to allow St. Peters residents to legally discharge fireworks and operate fireworks stands within the city for a set period around the Fourth of July holiday, the Board of Aldermen passed a bill regulating both actions. Mayor Len Pagano and the board discussed this...
Hazelwood teen fights West Nile virus for over two weeks
An 18-year-old from Hazelwood has been hospitalized for 16 days as he undergoes treatment for the West Nile virus. John Procter VI, known as BB to his family and friends, had big plans after graduation. He wanted to join the National Guard and spend time with his friends, but BB's plans came crashing down on August 8.
Mike Shildt's parting shot at Cardinals looks even better after dominant Padres win
The St. Louis Cardinals unceremoniously fired Mike Shildt after the 2021 season, a decision the manager himself was taken aback by given the team had made a playoff run. Shildt and St. Louis described their split as a difference in philosophies -- whatever that means -- as if winning wasn't the ultimate goal for one side.
Tractor trailer rear-ends vehicle in slowing traffic at highway speeds
JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) — Just as the early morning fatal crash at I-44 exit 8 west cleared around 1:40 p.m. a crash occurred I-44 westbound about 1:55 p.m. near 1.4 mile marker involving passenger vehicle and a tractor trailer.
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