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Surveillance images capture break-ins at pharmacies in IL and MO
Three suspects were caught on surveillance cameras breaking into Comprehensive Care Pharmacy in Breese, Illinois, for the second time in 13 months, and other independent pharmacies in the area were also targeted in a string of break-ins.
Underground fault line in Missouri once caused major earthquake. Could it happen again?
A major fault line in the southeast corner of the state is causing some state and local governments to start preparing for the possibility of a damaging quake. Here’s what to know.
Jordan Walker's recent struggles with Cardinals prove John Mozeliak right in worst way
Jordan Walker was seen as a future star who'd hit in the middle of the order for the St. Louis Cardinals for many years to come. While he had bumps in the road in his rookie season, Walker still hit 16 home runs and had a very respectable .787 OPS in 117 games played.
An Illinois woman was killed by a deputy after she called 911, authorities say. The deputy is charged with murder
An Illinois woman was fatally shot inside her home this month by a sheriff’s deputy who responded to her 911 call, and the deputy is now charged with murder in the case, a prosecutor Wednesday.
Petsense store coming to Union
Union will be home to a new pet supply store as soon as later this year. A lease has been inked with Petsense, which is owned by Tractor Supply Company, for the east Union space, spokeswoman Tricia Glenn confirmed. Construction is expected to start later this month.
Arrest, charges made in June shooting at Walnut Park West neighborhood gas station
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - An 18-year-old was arrested and charged Thursday in connection to an early June shooting. Shaun Hickman, 18, was charged with two counts of first-degree assault, two counts of armed criminal action and one count of unlawful use of a weapon by shooting at a motor vehicle.
SLPS, Urban League event July 20
While summer is still in full swing, the 2024-25 school year is nearing, meaning it’s time for the region’s biggest back-to-school event. The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis (ULSTL) and Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) present the Urban Expo Back to School & Community Empowerment Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday July 20 at America’s Center downtown.
JCPenny is hosting its Black Friday in July sale
ST. LOUIS – It’s the Black Friday in July sale going on right now at JCPenney online, giving you reasons to celebrate the season. There are thousands of bargains for less than $20. You can also use coupon code BLCKFRDY on select clothing, shoes, accessories, fine jewelry and...
‘The Embassy’ Makes $50K Request of Sedalia Council
Representatives of The Embassy, a non-denominational, faith-based, residential restoration organization for men, requested $50,000 from Sedalia City Council Monday night. Ann Graff, president of The Embassy Board, gave a 20-minute presentation along with Executive Director Jason McClain and House Manager Brandon Stoner before making the monetary request. Graff stated the...
Are construction zone speed limits enforced in Missouri and Illinois when workers aren’t there?
Summertime commutes often lead drivers by construction zones, both with workers present and absent from the work sites. Those two scenarios seem different on paper, but perhaps should be treated as much of the same.
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