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Exonerees in Missouri left with little to no financial support
ST. LOUIS — Even after Christopher Dunn's exoneration following decades of wrongful imprisonment, Missouri's restrictive laws leave him with almost no support. In just the last six years in Missouri, there have been nine people who have been exonerated after having been wrongfully convicted, according to the National Registry of Exonerations. Those people are Ricky Kidd released in 2019; Donald Nash, Jonathan Irons and Lawrence Callanan released in 2020; Kevin Strickland released in 2021; Keith Carnes released in 2022; and Lamar Johnson and Lamont Campbell released in 2023. The latest is Dunn, who was released in July.
You Paid For It: Parents want more after-school care
Meriah Smith’s 11-year-old daughter is about to start middle school in the FOX C-6 School District. But Smith says getting to and from school is a problem. She lives in a spot with no school bus to start the new school year.
The best food and drink events in St. Louis: August 16-18
It’s the last weekend before school starts. Take a break from the hustle and bustle and get out of the house to enjoy one of the many events happening around town. Don your best luau shirt and head over to the grand finale of X Marks the Spot, get your fill of barbecue at the Lemp Mansion or enjoy a leisurely sip-and-walk down Cherokee Street for their Brewed Arts Festival.
St. Louis Battlehawks re-sign DB Qwynnterrio Cole and LS Alex Matheson
The St. Louis Battlehawks re-signed defensive back Qwynnterrio Cole and long snapper Alex Matheson on Thursday according to the UFL Transactions page. Qwynnterrio Cole is six foot and weighs 203 pounds. The 25-year-old from Memphis, Tennessee, signed with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2022.
St. Louis City officials working to add gender-neutral bathroom to recreation center
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4)—St. Louis City officials hope to start work to add a gender-neutral bathroom to a recreation center. Last year, St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones signed an executive order to support transgender people, in part by making public spaces more inclusive. The Cherokee Rec Center would be the first to make changes by renovating two staff bathrooms into a gender-neutral locker room and bathroom.
Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton goes to the dogs for Yappy Hour
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton is celebrating Yappy Hour every Tuesday in August. In honor of National Dog Month, a $15 cover charge reserves a table for people and their pooches from 3 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays. Part of the proceeds go to the Animal Protective Association.
Buchnevich-Oilers Trade Talks: History and Future Implications
Recent discussions between the St. Louis Blues and Edmonton Oilers indicated a potential trade involving forward Pavel Buchnevich, which resurfaced amid offer sheet speculations. Reports suggest the Oilers were aware of the Blues' interest in players Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway during talks going back to 2023. Despite a lack of concrete offers, the dialogue highlights the potential for future negotiations, especially considering Buchnevich's previous reluctance to waive his no-trade clause. The dynamics shifted with the Oilers' change in management, raising questions about missed opportunities for a trade. Now, the Oilers may need to reconsider their strategies in light of these developments.
Newly endowed lecture in biblical archaeology offered
A newly endowed annual lecture on biblical archeology and historical geography will debut this fall at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. The inaugural presentation of the “These Stones Will Shout” Annual Lecture in Biblical Archaeology and Historical Geography of the Holy Land is set for 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, in Werner Auditorium.
Recalling Jordan Walker to just platoon was a bad decision by the Cardinals
After veteran infielder Matt Carpenter was placed on the Injured List this past Monday, former top prospect Jordan Walker was recalled. The young outfielder was having a spectacular August at Triple-A Memphis through a week and a half, and his growth was rewarded with a promotion to the big league squad. The hope was that Walker would be able to hit against left-handed pitchers for the St. Louis Cardinals.
Justin Moore + Randy Houser dropping collab on Friday
Justin Moore and Randy Houser have taken their friendship from the road to the recording studio. The Country Round Here Tonight Tour co-headliners will release a collab, “The Worst,” on Friday. Justin shared the news on social media alongside the song’s cover art and a monochrome photo of...
St. Louis celebrates 10 years as the country’s chess capital!
ST. LOUIS – The Saint Louis Chess Club and World Chess Hall of Fame are hosting their 8th annual Strategy Across the Board Gala on Saturday, Aug. 17. The gala will celebrate the 10th anniversary of Saint Louis receiving a congressional proclamation as the “Chess Capital of the Country.”
Man arrested after carjacking, police chase in Hamilton Heights
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A man is in police custody after a carjacking and police chase in St. Louis’ Hamilton Heights neighborhood on Wednesday. According to police, a man was approached by two suspects, one of who was armed with a gun, around 11 p.m. in the 1400 block of Hodiamont. The victim said the man with the gun hit him over the head, and then the two men got into his Nissan Altima and drove off.
Thursday’s storm threat in STL: Watches issued
Storms are expected to develop in St. Louis on Thursday afternoon, with the greatest chance of severe weather occurring between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m., and a second zone of storms potentially developing northwest of St. Louis after 8 p.m.
Former Cardinals pitcher Jason Motte
Jason joins “The Opening Drive” to talk about his current run coaching high school baseball in Memphis, how much it means to him that St. Louis has continued to support his foundation even after his retirement, how people can get involved with the event, how much Dave Duncan meant to him as a young pitcher, the parts of the game he is emphasizing as a high school coach and what made the 2011 team resilient enough to make their comeback.
Cardinals Youngster Continues to be Mismanaged
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker continues to be used in a limited fashion following his call-up on August 12. When will he get the chance to improve?. Jordan Walker Continues to be Mismanaged by Cardinals. Offensive Woes. Walker, who began the 2023 season as the Cardinals’ #1 prospect and...
Building inspectors to get to the bottom of deplorable conditions
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Asalee Hickman and her 12-year-old daughter have lived in a rental home on California Avenue in south St. Louis for two years. She said the house has been plagued by problems and she couldn’t get the landlord or anyone else to help.
Oli Marmol’s explanation of Jordan Walker’s limited role is utterly unsatisfying
Desperation is certainly the name of the game with the St. Louis Cardinals at this point in the season. Now sitting at .500 (60-60) after two losses to the Reds coming into Wednesday's series finale, the club has fallen 3.5 games out of the final NL Wild Card spot. So naturally, they've brought in some reinforcements amid injuries, namely former top prospect Jordan Walker.
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