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Teen admits to beating of Kaylee Gain, released on court supervision
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — The teenager seen assaulting a classmate in a video that garnered national attention earlier this year was placed under court-supervised probation, the teenager's lawyer said. Greg Smith, the lawyer for Maurnice Declue, said the case was "resolved" on June 20, resulting in Declue being...
Missouri ranked one of the worst states to live in the country
MISSOURI, USA — A St. Louis suburb is celebrating after being named one of the best suburbs in the nation. The only thing holding it back, it seems, is the state the suburb is in. This year's edition of CNBC's annual "Top States for Business" study listed Missouri's high...
Maplewood restaurant shutters
MAPLEWOOD, Mo. — Ben Poremba announced on social media Wednesday the closure of his Maplewood restaurant The Benevolent King, effective immediately. "Unfortunately, The King never truly recovered after our pandemic related closure," a post on Instagram said. "We had high hopes; we refreshed the interior, brought in an incredibly talented team of professionals for both front and back of house, and reopened in late 2021."
Organizers inspire, teach kids to stay on right paths through gospel music conference in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS — It kicked off with the sounds of an energetic drumline outside Union Memorial United Methodist Church near Belt and Bartmer in north St. Louis. "Well, I think it's a really good thing," said 12-year-old Aaron Austin. The seventh grader is excited about the 30th Annual Youth...
Floodwaters destroy restaurant in Warren County; owners unsure of future
WARREN COUNTY, Mo. — A Warren County business is destroyed as a result of Tuesday’s historic flooding. The popular restaurant and bar is one of the only places in town that serves food. Owners aren't sure if they'll be able to re-open. A buckled wall now barely stands...
St. Clair County declares disaster after flooding across Metro East
Flood relief efforts are underway in St. Clair County after heavy rainfall passed through several towns. County officials are now assessing the damage and calling for the state or federal government to sign a disaster declaration. St. Clair County Board Chairman Mark Kern and EMA Director Herb Simmons signed a...
'It was pretty terrifying:' Nashville, Illinois, family watched floodwaters rush into their house
NASHVILLE, Ill. — In Nashville, Illinois, about eight inches of rain fell in a matter of hours, causing the city reservoir to overflow the dam. This caused massive flooding to homes and several businesses. Jami Lane never expected she would be spending her week gutting the Nashville home she's...
Animal shelters lean on community support after extreme flooding in St. Clair County, Illinois
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. — Shelters and rescue centers worked diligently to make animals comfortable in St. Clair County, Illinois, on Wednesday after unprecedented flooding inundated the area. It was quiet but still active at Gateway Pet Guardians in East St. Louis. Staff were relieved after residents came to...
St. Louis Transgender Center not shutting down, Washington University officials say
ST. LOUIS — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey celebrated a "huge win" on Tuesday after a whistleblower claimed that Washington University's Transgender Center was soon shutting down. Washington University officials, however, said the claim was unfounded. "The scope of care provided at the Center changed last year after Missouri...
8 Republicans face off in primary to be Missouri’s top election official
MISSOURI, USA — Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s decision to forgo a third term in order to run for governor set off a mad dash of Republicans hoping to replace him. Early entrants included online personality Valentina Gomez, Greene County Clerk Shane Schoeller and state Rep. Adam...
Yes, 2 tornadoes touched down Tuesday near St. Louis. Here's how we know
ST. LOUIS — The National Weather Service survey crews were deployed Wednesday morning to assess the damage caused by a storm system that drenched the entire St. Louis region and Metro East on Tuesday. Numerous counties in the 5 On Your Side coverage area were hunkered down after multiple...
St. Louis police: 5 suspects facing 5 dozen charges linked to business break-ins
ST. LOUIS — Four adults and one 17-year-old were charged this week after police said they were responsible for business break-ins in the Central West End and Downtown West over the last several months. In a news conference Wednesday, Major Joe Morici said the people arrested were involved in...
Explore St. Louis fills new executive post ahead of president's exit
The tourism and convention agency has hired a new C-suite executive to guide its sales, marketing and revenue management as it launches a search for its next president. Join us for a panel discussion with leaders of St. Louis’ biggest sports institutions on the role they play in shaping St. Louis' brand.
This St. Louis suburb ranks among best in US | List
BRENTWOOD, Mo. — Midwest suburbs are having a moment across the United States right now. The quintessential American concept of large, affordable living areas outside of major metropolitan areas developed after World War II, and has since become integral to the country's largest cities. Half of all U.S. residents now live in suburbs, which have since become more racially diverse and offer more amenities than ever.
Wright City woman killed in crash on I-70 westbound at Blanchette Memorial Bridge
ST CHARLES, Mo. — A Wright City woman died Wednesday after a crash on westbound Interstate 70 involving a tractor-trailer and two passenger vehicles. The crash happened just past the Blanchette Memorial Bridge over the Missouri River. A traffic camera showed a backup on I-70, multiple firetrucks and law enforcement SUVs on Wednesday.
St. Louis Cardinals tickets don't fare well on resale market, report says
ST. LOUIS — Tickets to St. Louis Cardinals games are among the lowest-priced on the secondary market, according to a report released this week. Gametime, a last-minute ticket reseller, reports that the Cardinals have the third-lowest median ticket price on the secondary market, at $21 apiece. The Miami Marlins,...
Mizzou-themed sports bar planned in Soulard
ST. LOUIS — A new Mizzou-themed sports bar has plans to open at the former site of Llywelyn's Pub in Soulard. Ray’s SportsHouse expects to open in early to mid-August at 1732 S. Ninth St. The new restaurant is owned by Corbin Ray, a 2021 graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Man shot, killed early Wednesday in north St. Louis parking lot
ST. LOUIS — One person died after being shot early Wednesday morning in north St. Louis. According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, officers responded at about 2 a.m. Wednesday to a shooting in the parking lot of the White Castle at 2009 Hebert St., located in the city's Old North St. Louis neighborhood.
Nashville, Illinois, woman rescued after reservoir dam overflows
NASHVILLE, Ill. — The heavy rains overwhelmed the Nashville, Illinois, reservoir on Tuesday, spilling over the dam and blowing away the secondary dam. Washington County officials had to evacuate about 200 homes and had to rescue several people from rushing flood waters. The Army Corps of Engineers evaluated the...
Floodwaters overtake Jefferson County RV park, couple rescued
FENTON, Mo. — Fire crews showed up to rescue a couple after floodwaters overtook a Jefferson County RV Park. It was moments after park owners went door to door warning campers of the rising waters. The couple and everyone else made it out just fine and so did others...
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