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Messenger: A disturbing twist in the case of security guards who tackled BJC patient
ST LOUIS — Lawsuits sometimes become living, breathing things. They transform into something quite a bit different than when they were filed. So it is with Hughie Robinson vs. Barnes-Jewish Hospital. When the lawsuit was filed three years ago by attorney Richard Voytas, it was an attempt to get...
$500 Basic Income Program in St. Louis Halted: Judge Orders 15-Day Pause Amid Legal Concerns
St. Louis Basic Income Program Halted Judge Stops Monthly $500 Payments Amid Legal Concerns A St. Louis judge has stopped the city’s guaranteed basic income program for 15 days. This program was supposed to give $500 monthly payments to 500 households. The judge’s decision came after Fred Hale and Greg Tumlin argued that the program […]
Man charged with murdering girlfriend in Dutchtown
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A 40-year-old man is charged with fatally shooting his girlfriend on Friday in Dutchtown. St. Louis prosecutors have charged Derrick A. Smith, of St. Louis, with first-degree murder, armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a firearm in the death of the 38-year-old victim, who has not been identified publicly.
Family honors boy who drowned at St. Louis County camp 2 years ago
ST. LOUIS — The family of a boy who died at a St. Louis County summer camp in 2022 gathered to honor him Saturday. T.J. Mister's parents want to raise awareness for swim safety after he drowned. T.J. was 6 years old. "We're celebrating his life today," said Olga...
Dismal viewership numbers and brutal 2023 season create lethal Cardinals concoction
There's a scene in an episode of "The Simpsons" called "Itchy & Scratchy & Marge" where, because of the declining quality of their beloved "Itchy & Scratchy" cartoon, the kids of Springfield engage in other activities and enjoy spending time outdoors with their peers. With viewership of the St. Louis Cardinals at an all-time low because of the mess that is the state of Bally Sports and televised baseball at large, the Cardinals could be nearing a point of no return when it comes to attracting eyes.
Post MLB All-Star Break: former Mountaineer Victor Scott II season update
After a dream start to the season for Victor Scott II back in March getting to start the season on the St. Louis Cardinal’s roster, the first half of the year did not quite go as planned for the outfielder. Scott was never fully able to get his feet...
2024 Countdown to IUFB Kickoff: 41 Days (Lanell Carr Jr.)
Welcome, Hoosier fans to the 2024 Hoosier Huddle Countdown! Over the next 100 days the Hoosier Huddle staff will feature every player on the 2024 roster in anticipation of the season opener on August 31st against the FIU Golden Panthers. Today, we look at veteran defensive lineman Lanell Carr Jr.
Photos: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at The Muny
The Muny has released production photos for Fiddler on the Roof, the fourth show in the theatre’s 106th season, which runs through July 25 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. Check out the photos below!. It stars: Adam Heller (Tevye), Jill Abramovitz (Golde), Samantha Massell (Tzeitel),...
Metro Boomin Announces Special One-Night Only ‘& Friends’ Show In His Hometown
Metro Boomin is gearing up for a special, one-night only show in his hometown of St. Louis, MO, entitled “Metro Boomin and Friends.”. The producer shared the news on Friday (July 19), and the event will be held at The Pageant in the Gateway City on Monday, July 29.
Urban League opens its Entrepreneurship and Women’s Business Center
The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis celebrated the opening of its Entrepreneurship and Women’s Business Center on Monday July 15, 2024, in a historic building constructed in 1920. The history of the Women’s Business Center dates to 1999 – and Maureen E. Brinkley, SBA regional director, has been...
Cardinals Targeting Pair of Veteran Starting Pitchers at Deadline
The St. Louis Cardinals will likely target right-handed starting pitchers Nathan Eovaldi and Zach Eflin at the trade deadline according to MLB reporter John Denton. Either one of the veteran starting pitchers would fill the hole the Cardinals have in their rotation from the disappointing season of Steven Matz. Eovaldi...
A lack of hustle by Tyler O'Neill seems to prove Oli Marmol's point, again
Former St. Louis Cardinal and current Boston Red Sox left fielder Tyler O'Neill can be one of the most hard-working players in the game. And then, sometimes, he can have a substantial mental gaffe, leaving you wondering where he was on the field. Check out this play from Friday's game...
Cardinals agree to deal with possibly the best hitter of the draft
The Cardinals have reached agreement with shortstop JJ Wetherholt to a $6.9M bonus, according to Baseball America’s Carlos Collazo. Wetherholt’s first pro deal is slightly above the $6,823,700 slot value assigned to the seventh overall pick. Based on pre-draft rankings, St. Louis might’ve gotten a bit of a...
Urban Expo brings community Together
ST. LOUIS — The Back to School Urban League Expo took place on July 20, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at America’s Center. This family-friendly event, in partnership with St. Louis Public Schools, offered essential resources and entertainment for the community. Attendees enjoyed health screenings, utility assistance, financial literacy workshops, and receiving school […]
Cardinals 2024 Draft Picks Signing Tracker: Signing bonus, signing deadline
The St. Louis Cardinals have begun their second-half campaign to return to the playoffs, but even after the MLB Draft has finished, the Cardinals still need to lock up each of their draftees to contracts before the end of the month. If you're unfamiliar with how the MLB Draft process...
Cardinals get immediate disappointment after All-Star break with injury news
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Edman missed the entire first half of the season after undergoing wrist surgery in the offseason. There was originally hope that Edman could return to the majors after the All-Star break, but the outfielder recently suffered a setback during his rehab. As the Cardinals came...
Cardinals reportedly have their eye on pair of ideal rotation reinforcements
The St. Louis Cardinals didn't even get to take the field in what was supposed to be the club's first outing after exiting the All-Star break as their matchup at Truist Park against the Atlanta Braves was postponed on Friday night. That set up a Saturday doubleheader but, while the games remain important in this context, fans are now focused on the trade deadline.
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