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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...
Missourians say team owners should pay majority of new stadium costs, new poll shows
The results offer the most recent portrait of Missourians’ thoughts on whether local and state governments should provide public funding for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals.
Poll: Where Missouri voters stand on abortion rights, gaming, a higher minimum wage
In a recent survey, 52% of likely Missouri voters said they support amending the state constitution to enshrine the right to an abortion, according to a poll released Thursday. Support was highest among Democrats, women — especially those ages 18-44 — and among those with higher incomes and a college education. Regionally, support was highest in the St. Louis and Kansas City areas. ...
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.
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.
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.
Gateway Cup premiers cycling race in Florissant this weekend
ST. LOUIS — No engineers needed for this Bommarito race. The 39th Bommarito Audi West County Gateway Cup is underway in Lafayette Square Friday evening. "This is one of the biggest professional cycling events in the United States," Gateway Cup Event Director Michael Weiss said. "This is going to be probably the best collection of elite cyclists at the end of the summer."
The results are in for Week One of Tackle Hunger III
ST. LOUIS — Operation Food Search officials have weighed the food donations for Week One of Tackle Hunger III, and the numbers are in. That means students and staff at two area high schools collected a total of 1,563 pounds worth of food. Operation Food Search officials say these donations are valued at $2,885.29 and they represent enough to help provide quality nutrition to 390 people for one day!
Senior Sunrise brings students together at St. Charles West High School
ST. CHARLES, Mo. (First Alert 4) -Senior students at St. Charles West High School gathered on the football field Friday morning. During the Senior Sunrise, the students are asked to bring blankets and arrive at 6 a.m. to celebrate with classmates the final year of high school. First Alert 4′s...
Fall Sports Preview Team Photos
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Publications Hosts First Football Game Livestream
Football season is kicking off strong with the first game of the season featuring senior night and a home game vs. the Francis Howell Central Spartans. You can watch the full live-streamed football game including senior night on Liberty lhspublications youtube. What is in the livestream?. Senior night will be...
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.
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