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Hazelwood grandmother charged with killing grandchildren's uncle during custody transfer
HAZELWOOD, Mo. — A Hazelwood woman is accused of shooting and killing the uncle of her grandchildren during a custody transfer. Quiarra Short, 44, is charged with one count of second-degree murder, two counts of armed criminal action, and two counts of endangering the welfare of a child. In...
22-year-old man fatally shot in St. Louis, police seek leads
ST. LOUIS — A 22-year-old man has died following a shooting incident in the 4500 block of Davison. The shooting occurred around 9:30 p.m. on September 30. When police arrived at the scene, they found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound to his abdomen and drifting in and out of consciousness. Emergency Medical Services […]
South City Restaurant Closes After 63 Years, Marking the End of a St. Louis Tradition
After more than six decades of serving up pancakes and memories, Uncle Bill’s Pancakes on Kingshighway is preparing to close its doors for good. Owner William Choi, now 80 years old, has decided to retire, ending a long chapter for this beloved South City institution. “I am 80 years old. It’s about time,” Choi said, reflecting on his tenure at the restaurant, where he has worked since 1987 as its third owner.
Eastbound I-64 on Poplar Street Bridge reopened after crash, spill
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. — Eastbound Interstate 64 on the Poplar Street Bridge has reopened after a crash and spill closed the roadway for several hours. According to the Illinois State Police, the crash happened shortly after 8:15 a.m. on I-64 on the Poplar Street Bridge. Illinois police said...
Billy Joel, Sting perform at Busch Stadium after weather delay
ST. LOUIS — After Friday night’s highly anticipated Billy Joel and Sting concert was postponed due to severe weather, the legendary artists finally took the stage Sunday. For the Schneider family, the delay only heightened the excitement. "It actually worked out to be a good thing. In the...
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