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Former Chiefs TE fails to hold on with Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins were right to try out another former offensive weapon of the Kansas City Chiefs this year after the success of their last go-around. However, things did not work out as well this time as the Dolphins have decided to release tight end Jody Fortson on eve of the NFL's active roster cuts deadline.
Employee critically injured in St. Louis gas station shooting
ST. LOUIS – A gas station employee is in the hospital after being shot simply doing his job. The shooting happened Saturday morning around 4 a.m. outside Midwest Petroleum on South Jefferson at the corner of Lafayette Avenue. Police say the 21-year-old victim was outside sweeping when he heard gunshots and realized he had been […]
Patrick Mahomes gets honest about college career
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Patrick Mahomes in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, putting into motion what would become the league’s modern dynasty. As it turns out, Mahomes’ draft process could have looked a lot different had college football had name, image and likeness (NIL) regulations been in place during his career at Texas Tech.
Mercy Internal Medicine Residency marks 70 years
When Mercy launched its internal medicine residency program in 1954, it was the first community-based program of its kind in Missouri. In late July, Mercy officials celebrated the program’s 70th anniversary. Since its inception, the Mercy Internal Medicine Residency has trained more than 400 physicians, who treat patients in...
Murray State Opening Presser Notes
With fall camp in the rearview mirror, Sunday’s press conference marked the first presser of game week. Reporters got the chance to talk to Head Coach Eliah Drinkwitz and some members of the Missouri Football team ahead of their season-opener against Murray State on Thursday. Alongside Coach Drink defensive...
GALLERY: Women's soccer gets another shutout in "frustrating tie" to SIUE
The Missouri State University women's soccer team shutout the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Cougars on Sunday, Aug. 25 in a 0-0 draw. While the Bears were hoping for the win, their draw and now-standing 1-1-1 record keeps them without a goal allowed at home since Sept. 21, 2023. The shutout...
Missouri Faces Extreme Heat: Safety Tips for Athletes and Residents
Springfield, MO – Missouri is bracing for an intense heatwave as temperatures rise into the 90s, with heat index values expected to reach between 100 and 105 degrees. The National Weather Service in Springfield has issued a heat advisory for southeast Kansas and portions of southwest and west-central Missouri from noon to 9 p.m. today.
Eastern Iowa, Missouri Face Heat Advisory Until 8PM as Temperatures Reach Dangerous Levels
Davenport, IA – A heat advisory is in effect today from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. for parts of eastern Iowa and northeast Missouri, with heat indices expected to reach around 100 degrees. Residents are urged to take precautions during this period to avoid heat-related illnesses. The National Weather...
Sunday, August 25: Summer ain’t over
Your forecast for this week in one word: hot. Last week we were blessed with an early fall teaser that brought temperatures in the lower 80s. We will be tipping the scales the other way for the final week of August. High temperatures are expected to be in the lower to mid-90s for the majority […]
Red Lobster to close 23 restaurants within days — including 1 in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS — Red Lobster is exercising its right to reject leases at locations it says are unprofitable — including its Maplewood restaurant — according to an Aug. 22 court filing. The seafood restaurant chain's May 19 Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing followed the closure of about 100...
Potential Cardinals overhaul could still leave All-Star veteran marked safe
Where things head for the St. Louis Cardinals this offseason is ultimately up to the players on the field down the final month-and-change of the regular season. The club entered Saturday's matchup with the Minnesota Twins at 64-64 on the season, five games out of the final NL Wild Card spot and looking highly unlikely to see the postseason.
Festival of Nations brings world cultures to Tower Grove Park
ST. LOUIS – A favorite festival returns to Tower Grove Park Saturday. The Festival of Nations brings together cultures from around the world right here in our own backyard. The festival is a two-day celebration of music, food, art and culture from across the globe. There’s more than 100 vendors, dozens of stage performances, and […]
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