SALEM, Il. - On Thursday, a body was exhumed in Salem, Illinois, in hopes of identifying the remains of a train wreck victim who died in 1971. "It's one of those things you remember, like the kennedy assassination or the challenger. I remember exactly when that was," longtime Salem resident Jim Koehler said. On June [...]
PINE LAWN, Mo. - Pine Lawn city leaders faced frustrated residents and accusations of corruption at a tense city hall meeting tonight, following a previous meeting's cancellation due to protests. The main issue discussed was the contentious '25–26 city budget, which some alderpersons have vowed to vote against, citing unauthorized spending and raises by Mayor [...]
ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD) issued a statement surrounding upcoming protests in the city of St. Louis. This announcement comes in following the "No ICE" demonstrations that have taken place across the country. Just yesterday, a couple of demonstrations were held in downtown St. Louis against President Donald Trump and [...]
ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Aquarium is hosting an exciting event called 'Summer of Shark' this summer, offering shark-themed exhibits and interactive experiences for visitors of all ages. The seasonal "Summer of the Shark" event at the St. Louis Aquarium will offer special shark-themed exhibits and interactive experiences. The aquarium is open daily from [...]
ST. LOUIS - A teen was killed in a multi-vehicle crash in south St. Louis on Thursday. According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD), officials were alerted to the crash just before 10:40 a.m. on westbound I-44 near Arsenal Street. Investigators reported that before the crash, a Toyota Avalon was driving westbound at [...]
St. Louis is facing the challenge of rebuilding after a devastating tornado, but the community has shown resilience and is working together to rebuild the city, its history, and its spirit.
ST. LOUIS -- A devastating EF3 tornado struck St. Louis on May 16th, carving a 23-mile path of destruction through the city with winds reaching up to 152 mph. More than 3,500 households were impacted, and over 16,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed as the tornado swept from Hanley and Clayton Road, through Forest Park [...]
Faith leaders and their church communities in St. Louis have partnered with the Red Cross to provide aid and ensure sustained assistance to those affected by the recent tragedy.
The 100 Roofs Project and the Urban League helped tornado victim Carol Johnson get a new tarp on her roof and a hotel voucher to stay in a hotel, one month after the storm.
A tornado destroyed Ladonna Warren Berryhill's home in North St. Louis, leaving her without a roof, second floor, car, and insurance, and she is now hoping FEMA will be able to help her rebuild.
The Red Cross provided temporary housing for the Perozo family in a hotel after their home was destroyed by a tornado, and community members donated essential items to help them rebuild.
Demetrius Thomas's home in North St. Louis was destroyed by a tornado, but he is thankful that he has insurance that has covered his hotel expenses while he waits for repairs to be made.
The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis has distributed over $1.5 million worth of supplies to storm survivors and is hosting a relief drive on June 14, and is seeking volunteers and donations to continue its work.
A carpenter is teaching teens to build tiny homes for tornado victims in North St. Louis, providing both housing and valuable trade skills, with support from electricians, plumbers, and other resources.
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has announced a $100 million relief package for St. Louis tornado victims, with the funds directly assisting those impacted by the disaster.
Mayor Spencer is focusing on getting federal disaster relief for St. Louis, working with FEMA and other city leaders to create a roadmap for recovery, and plans to engage the community in a long-term rebuilding conversation.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Missouri House Speaker Jon Patterson is asking Governor Mike Kehoe to call for a new session with a focus on increases to property tax assessments across the state. "I do intend to appoint an interim committee to focus especially on property taxes," Patterson said. Patterson claims the property tax hikes are [...]
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - With students out of class for summer break, safety efforts are growing to prevent violence on school grounds. The FBI and local public schools are collaborating on this initiative to help to keep children safe. "You have a lot of generational trauma that occurs when a disaster strikes at a [...]
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Prosecutors are alleging that a 33-year-old man tracked local obituaries and burglarized homes of the deceased. According to officials, Brandon Welch scanned obituaries and searched addresses to identify victims. Court documents also say that Welch used death notices to identify victims and burglarize their homes. Maria Portell, a neighbor of [...]
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