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A judge weighs whether to spare Missouri man from execution after evidence was mishandled
ST. LOUIS — Marcellus Williams thought the DNA evidence was enough to remove him from Missouri’s death row, perhaps even free him from prison. A decades-old mistake by a prosecutor’s office has kept his life hanging in the balance. Williams, 55, is scheduled to be executed on...
Death toll grows: Listeria outbreak tied to deli meat; illness reported in Missouri
More illnesses and deaths have been reported due to a massive contamination of deli meats. It is now the largest listeria outbreak in 13 years, according to a statement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Illnesses have been reported over the past several weeks in Missouri and 17...
High school football season kicks off with heat precautions in place
ST. CHARLES CO., Mo. (First Alert 4) - Thursday night brought high-energy crowds and even higher temperatures to Viking Stadium for Francis Howell High’s home opener against the Eureka Wildcats. The temperature at kick off was about 90 degrees, triggering Missouri High School Activities Association’s guidelines for additional water...
Football looks to senior leaders ahead of upcoming season
Last year, the Lancer football team finished the season with a record of 8-2 and made it to the District Tournament. This year, Head Coach Boyd Manne said he has an experienced team. “I believe our senior leadership is very good. Our players have put in a lot of work...
Byrnes Mill board approves raises for city administrator, others
The Byrnes Mill Board of Alderpersons agreed Aug. 21 to give a pay raise to Melinda Benedict, the second one she received since May when she was named the city administrator. With her latest raise, her pay increased from $35 to $40 an hour. Based on a 40-hour week, that...
Sheriff’s Office seeks suspect after pickup stolen from Dittmer lawn care company
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a 38-year-old Lonedell man who investigators believe stole a pickup from Precision Lawn Care, 8417 Hwy. 30, in Dittmer. The pickup was recovered in Franklin County, police reported. The white 2012 Ford F-250, which had the company’s logo on it, was...
Women facing elder abuse charges after 3 people found inside hot van
ST. CHARLES, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Two women are facing charges of elderly abuse after three elderly individuals were found inside a hot van in St. Charles. According to police, someone contacted them after noticing a van with three people inside, all the doors and windows locked, and the engine off. The witness said they went into a nearby store asking for an announcement regarding the vehicle. After several minutes, they noticed the doors were unlocked. Witnesses then opened the doors to allow air to circulate.
Woman charged with killing man in St. Ann home, disposing of gun
ST ANN, Mo. — A woman was arrested and charged in the “execution-style” killing of a man Wednesday morning in St. Ann, police said. St. Louis County prosecutors charged Rebecca Ann McCullough with first-degree murder, armed criminal action, unlawful possession of a firearm and tampering with evidence in a felony prosecution.
Suspect grabs child from neighboring home before beating officer who rescued her, police say
LINCOLN COUNTY, Mo. — Officials are praising the work of a Moscow Mills officer who they say was "brutally beaten" while fighting off a man who took an 11-year-old child hostage and used her as a "human shield." Court documents detailed the harrowing incident, which happened late Thursday night...
Missouri Football Districts Released: Forsyth Moves Up to Class 3, Other Schools Remain at Same Level
The release of the new High School Football District shows a major change for a Lakes Area School. The Forsyth Panthers has moved up to Class 3 and will join fellow Lakes Area Schools Hollister and Reeds Spring in District 6, which will also include Aurora, Cassville, East Newton, and Seneca. With Hollister and Reeds Spring also joining Forsyth in the Mid-Lakes Conference this year, this could mean a possible second match-up between the schools.
Independent Cattlemen of Missouri annual meeting set for Sept. 14 in Trenton
The Independent Cattlemen of Missouri is set to hold its third annual meeting and brisket dinner banquet on September 14, 2024, at the Black Silo Winery located at 4030 East 10th St., Trenton, MO 64683. The event is open to both members and non-members of ICOM, offering a unique opportunity for cattle and beef industry professionals to network and discuss the future of the industry.
Downtown St. Louis restaurant relocating to Central West End
ST. LOUIS — Cuban restaurant Havana’s Cuisine will relocate from downtown St. Louis to the Central West End. Havana’s will have its final day of service at its downtown location, 1131 Washington Ave., on Sept. 14. It expects to open its new restaurant in early October at 12 S. Euclid in the Central West End. The relocation will provide Havana’s with a larger kitchen, allowing the restaurant to expand its menu and hours, said owner Tamara Landeiro.
Michele Bowen named competitive employment director at BCI
Boone Center, Inc. (BCI)—a nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of adults with disabilities through employment—has announced the appointment of Michele Bowen as director of competitive employment for Illinois. In this role, Bowen will lead initiatives to secure and sustain competitive, integrated employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Pattonville and Fort Zumwalt North kick off Tackle Hunger on '5 On Your Sideline' Friday night
ST. LOUIS — High school football season is underway in Missouri and Illinois. Students and staff at two St. Louis area high schools have been competing all week to tackle hunger. Tackle Hunger III is made possible on 5 On Your Side by Neighbors Credit Union. Officials with Operation...
Wildcats Take a Loss to the St Charles Pirates
With the birth of a new school year, a new football season rises as well. The Wildcat Football team had one of the best years in recent history winning the District Championship against Orchard Farms High School last november. Inevitably falling to Blair Oaks in the State Quarter final game the cats still had a major success in their season. “It was a surreal moment,” said Senior Receiver Ridge Cathcart.
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