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Vernon Betts demands recount in St. Louis sheriff primary
St. Louis’ sheriff is contesting his narrow loss in the August primary. Vernon Betts filed a request for a recount on Friday. He lost to Alfred Montgomery, a former sheriff’s deputy, by 256 votes out of more than 45,000 cast, for a margin of victory of 0.56%. Under state law, the losing candidate may demand a recount if the margin is less than 1%.
Thousands of Jehovah’s Witnesses to attend weekend St. Charles convention
ST. CHARLES, Mo. — Jehovah’s Witnesses will hold their annual three-day event at The Family Arena in St. Charles from August 23-25, 2024. The event is expected to attract over 4,400 attendees and is free and open to the public. “St. Charles has welcomed us and is a great host,” states Trevor Ostermann, a localspokesperson […]
Multiple sclerosis appears to protect against Alzheimer’s disease
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) are far less likely than those without the condition to have the molecular hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. The discovery suggests a new avenue of research through which to seek Alzheimer’s treatments,...
UCM Students, Faculty Receive National Recognition for Work at KMOS PBS
KMOS PBS, licensed to the University of Central Missouri (UCM), recently received four awards honoring excellence in local television programming for four programs, including two that were conceived of and produced by UCM students working at KMOS. The Telly Awards annually showcase the best work created within television and across...
MDC urges aquarium owners to check for invasive species that may have been in locally sold tank additions
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is urging aquarium owners to check for an invasive species that may be hiding in a common tank addition. According to MDC, an invasive species called zebra mussels is being discovered in moss balls originating in Washington,...
Hooters Has Suddenly Closed 3 Missouri Locations & 1 in Illinois
This has been one of the most difficult years in recent memory (2020 not withstanding) for food establishments. Hooters is no exception as they have suddenly shut the doors on numerous locations across America including 3 in Missouri and 1 in Illinois. I heard a few weeks ago that Hooters...
Administrative law judges sue Missouri governor for wrongful termination, withheld salary
A pair of administrative law judges are suing the Parson administration claiming wrongful termination and illegal withholding of salary. Ryan Asbridge, who has served as an administrative law judge since 2019, and Gina Mitten, who has served since 2021, filed a lawsuit last week in Cole Circuit Court. They allege the administration of Gov. Mike […]
Civil Rights activists honored as 100 names placed on Kansas City monument
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Community members came together to honor Civil Rights activists in the past and present of Jackson County, Missouri, as 100 names were added to a historic monument. Jackson County, Missouri, Legislator Venessa Huskey has announced that the names of those who have made significant contributions...
Jackson Co. legislator discusses plan for State Tax Commission order
Since the order came down, the Jackson County Executive's Office says the order is unenforceable and that doing so would result in multiple taxing entities losing millions, with schools taking the biggest hit.
One dead, 2 wounded from gunfire outside business in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating another homicide in Kansas City. Just before 3:30a.m. Saturday, police responded to a report of shots fired near 39th Street and Central Street, according to KCPD Sergeant Phil DiMartino. First responders found one shooting victim. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police...
Chiefs On The Brink Of Capitalizing On Cowboys Mistake (Report)
The Kansas City Chiefs have all the confidence in the world to be the first NFL team to three-peat since the 1960s. Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid have lit the league on fire for years now. Now the Chiefs could be getting even more of a boost via the Dallas...
Brutal Cardinals injury at worst time could have surprise silver lining
The St. Louis Cardinals' chances of seeing the postseason were already on life support as the club came into Saturday evening's matchup on the road against the Minnesota Twins. And after that game, an eventual 6-0 loss in Minneapolis, they are even more so. Not only did the Cardinals fall...
Meet the 5 artists of this year's MO Jazz Music Festival coming to Columbia
A bridge between summer and fall, the annual one-day MO Jazz Music Festival also exists to connect a variety of jazz and jazz-informed sounds. This year's affair, upcoming on Sept. 7 in the green space at Rose Park, showcases artists from around Missouri and the greater globe. Here's a look at this year's lineup, in reverse chronological order: ...
Everton School District impacted by boil advisory
EVERTON, Mo. (KY3) - Earlier in August, KY3 told you about a boil advisory that the City of Everton issued when the city’s well needed to be repaired. On top of homes and businesses coping with the water issue, Dr. William Darter, superintendent of Everton School District, says it’s impacting his district as kids get back to school.
Prairie painting chosen as Columbia's 2024 commemorative poster
"Prairie Sky," an oil portrait by artist Gloria Gaus, has been selected as Columbia's annual commemorative poster. The Office of Cultural Affairs unveiled the poster at a fundraiser for the Columbia Arts Fund on Wednesday.
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