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Ted Drewes Jr., iconic frozen custard stand owner, dies at 96
ST.LOUIS (WICS) — The owner of Ted Drewes, Ted Drewes Jr. passed away. The frozen custard stand confirmed Wednesday that Drewes, Jr. passed away recently at the age of 96. Drewes Sr. opened the family's first stand in 1929 in Florida. They then opened a St. Louis location on Natural Bridge Road, followed by locations on South Grand Boulevard and Chippewa Street.
Saint Louis University professor makes history with Team USA at 2024 Paris Paralympics
PARIS, France — A Naperville, Illinois, native and Saint Louis University professor made history Thursday morning during the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Sarah Adam became the first woman to play on a U.S. wheelchair rugby team at the Paralympic Games. She is competing with Team USA at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
Fiesta Cardenales 2024 will feature Post-Game Latin Concert featuring Puerto Rican Oscarito "Que Loco" Serrano
Come join us to celebrate, dance and learn about the colorful Latin culture at the 2024 Fiesta Cardenales "Post-Game" Latin Concert, September 8, 2024 at 4:30 PM. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a live performance from one of the greatest merengue and tropical music singer from Puerto Rico, Oscarito "Que Loco" Serrano. Also, we will be featuring a live salsa performance from one of the greatest voices from Venezuela, Mike Barrios. And of course, throughout the event, you will enjoy one of the top playlists of Latin music by DJ Hec, one of the most trending DJs from Puerto Rico. But that’s not all, we will have several local businesses and organizations offering valuable information about their products, services, and many giveaways to take home. Get ready to groove to the beats of top Latin artists and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere while we continue to embrace a more diverse and inclusive St. Louis. Don't miss out on this exciting St. Louis Cardinals post-game celebration!
Spectrum Athlete Spotlight: Marcus Burks
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Marcus Burks is a senior from Hazlewood East High School. Last year, he broke the school’s rushing record, scored 13 touchdowns and earned first-team all-conference. Burks also excelled in the classroom, earning a 3.52 GPA and receiving his first scholarship offer from...
St. Louis Battlehawks Re-Sign WR James Bostic
The St. Louis Battlehawks made another addition of their own, signing WR James Bostic back to the roster. James Bostic was an XFL Rookie Draft pick for the Battlehawks, signing with the team last fall. He was brought to Training Camp – but ultimately was let go before the UFL season began.
HUD foreclosing on STL apartment building
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is foreclosing on a St. Louis apartment building. A foreclosure sale is scheduled Oct. 28 for the 16-story Paul Brown Lofts at 206 N. Ninth St. The building has changed ownership multiple times since HUD helped finance its redevelopment in 2005.
Dead fish washing up at Creve Coeur Lake are an omen of things to come, conservationists say
MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. — "There is something seriously wrong at Creve Coeur Lake," a 5 On Your Side viewer recently told the station. Conservationists said they were right but for the wrong reasons. The viewer described "massive" amounts of dead fish currently littering the lake's waters and shore, coupled...
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...
Children's hospital adds new spinal imaging
St. Louis Children's Hospital added nView technology for spine and orthopedic surgery. NView Medical's s1 system provides images quicker and with less radiation and integrates into the surgeon's spine surgery workflow, Scott Luhmann, MD, said in an Aug. 29 news release. The system provides 3D images and uses artificial intelligence...
Feds charge former East St. Louis librarian with wire fraud, theft
East St. Louis, Ill. (First Alert 4) - The former director of the East St. Louis Public Library is facing federal charges for wire fraud and theft. Court documents show former library director Kenyada Harris stole more than $16,000 in taxpayer money dating back to last year. According to federal...
Federal judge rules lawsuit against Metro East coal plant can move forward
A federal judge ruled a lawsuit against a Metro East coal plant can move forward, saying an environmental group’s allegations are sufficient for the case to proceed. The Sierra Club sued Prairie State Generating Co. over its operation of a coal-fired power plant in Washington County in hopes of shutting the plant down. The plant sits about 45 miles from downtown St. Louis and 30 miles southeast of Belleville.
Metro-East Lutheran Is Ready For Big Breakout Season In Eight-Man Football, Feels Optimistic About Clinching Playoff Berth
EDWARDSVILLE - Metro-East Lutheran High School appears ready for a major breakout 8-man football season in 2024. The roster only has one senior – running back/defensive back Zach Daly - and the players and coaches on the team feel confident about the Knights contending for an Illinois 8-Man Football Association playoff berth this coming season.
Food Chain with 10 Illinois Places Suddenly Declares Bankruptcy
It's hard to remember a year where more restaurant chains have gone through financial struggles than 2024. Another Chicago-based company with 10 Illinois locations is now suddenly in bankruptcy court, too. Nation's Restaurant News has shared the word that Roti Modern Mediterranean has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Their story...
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