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Retired MSD CEO receives six-figure payout for unused sick, vacation days
The retired head of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District has come under fire for a generous perk that allowed him to collect tens of thousands of dollars for unused sick time – and that’s not all.
Man cut two neighbors with machete in South City, police say
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A 33-year-old man cut two of his neighbors with a machete in South City on Sunday night, police say. The incident happened around 11:45 p.m. in the 3900 block of Chippewa in the Tower Grove South neighborhood. Police say the 33-year-old man went to the home of a 42-year-old and 19-year-old man and caused a disturbance. During the incident, he swung a machete and cut both victims.
Man accused of stealing $11K worth of wheels, tires in Hazelwood
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – An East St. Louis, Illinois, man is facing charges of stealing more than $11,000 worth of wheels and tires from Hazelwood businesses earlier this spring. According to the Hazelwood Police Department’s probable cause statement, the thefts happened between March 24 and April 15.
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To reduce unwanted calls, add your number to the national "Do Not Call" registry, only allow calls from your contacts, answer unwanted calls and remain silent to confuse the dialer software, or use an app like RoboKeller, Hiya, or Truecaller.
Audiences storm local drive-ins to see ‘Twisters’
CARTHAGE, Mo. — A new movie is taking local theaters by storm, especially drive-ins. Moviegoers packed their cars and waited hours to see the sequel to the 1996 blockbuster, “Twister” — this one called, “Twisters” — which many say is better viewed outdoors.
Michael Irvin Delivered Stern Warning To Travis Kelce Ahead Of Chiefs’ 3-peat Chase
Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs have started training camp for the upcoming 2024 NFL season and begin their journey for a Super Bowl three-peat. Former Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver Michael Irvin knows a thing or two about chasing three straight rings, winning two consecutive in the ...
Water usage concerns raised in Southwest Columbia as development in area continues
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Concerns about water-issues in Southwest Columbia are being raised after the Columbia City Council approved the zoning and development plans for another business in the area. Land for Diventures of Columbia was approved on the south of Vawter School Road, east of Scott Boulevard. Diventures plans to offer swim lessons, SCUBA certification, The post Water usage concerns raised in Southwest Columbia as development in area continues appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Jones departs Crystal City for Ste. Genevieve
A fixture in Crystal City athletics has moved on. Ken Jones resigned in June as Crystal activities director and director of transportation and is the new transportation director for the Ste. Genevieve R-II School District. Jones, 47, oversees about 40 employees, including bus drivers and mechanics, and manages an expanded fleet through the district’s recent acquisition of Fallert Bus Service, Inc.
Convicted teen killer Alyssa Bustamante denied parole; hearing reset for 2029
The Missouri Board of Parole denied convicted Cole County killer Alyssa Bustamante an early release from prison. The post Convicted teen killer Alyssa Bustamante denied parole; hearing reset for 2029 appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Webster County man sentenced for statutory rape
MARSHFIELD, Mo. – One of eight original defendants accused of multiple child sex-related charges was sentenced Monday to at least 21 years in prison for statutory rape. Alan Gilliam, 31, was sentenced to seven years on each of five charges for which he was found guilty in a trial in March 2024. According to court […]
Chiefs Veteran's Injury "More Serious" Than Initially Thought
The Chiefs have a worrisome issue developing after the first couple of days at training camp, as veteran safety Justin Reid hasn't practiced due to a surprise injury. While concern was minimal after the first day, a recent report from Jason Anderson of Sports Radio 810 in Kansas City suggests the injury is more severe than initially thought. In fact, Anderson was told Reid could miss the entire preseason and possibly even some of the regular season.
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