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O.A.R. to headline first-ever Community Concert at Stifel Charity Classic

3 months 3 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS - The Stifel Charity Classic presented by Compliance Solutions announced Thursday morning that multi-platinum selling rock band, O.A.R. is set to headline their newest event, the Community Concert presented by Carshield. Alonzo Byrd with the Stifel Charity Classic came on Fox 2 Sports Final on Wednesday to speak about the new event. "This [...]
Kevin Ryans

State Farm to raise Illinois home insurance rates by 27%

3 months 3 weeks ago
State Farm is raising home insurance rates by 27% for Illinois homeowners starting August 15, citing extreme weather and rising repair costs, while Governor Pritzker criticizes the move and urges the General Assembly to pass a bill to address the lack of a rate review process in Illinois.
Nick Gladney

University City launches alert system for flash flood prep

3 months 3 weeks ago
University City officials have implemented a new alert system to prepare for future flash flooding, which connects rain gauges to notify first responders 40 minutes before potential flooding and allows residents to sign up for alerts through the Code Red system.
Nick Gladney

Big heat and humidity roll on, heavy rain stays north

3 months 3 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS - An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for metro St. Louis. A Heat Advisory is in effect for the rest of the region. No matter where you are, the combination of big heat and humidity will make it tough to be outside for long periods of time. Stay cool, hydrated, and safe. [...]
Angela Hutti

Locals concerned after recent incidents of teen violence

3 months 3 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS – Some residents across the St. Louis area are expressing concern following a recent string of incidents involving teen violence and misconduct. The incidents include large fights involving minors over the weekend in Forest Park, dozens of minors being arrested over the fourth of July weekend downtown and another fight between teens caught [...]
Max Diekneite

St. Charles County Fair marches on despite heat

3 months 3 weeks ago
FORISTELL, Mo. - Despite the heat, attendees flocked to the St. Charles County Fair at Rotary Park on Wednesday, eager to enjoy the summer fun. To ensure everyone stays safe and has a good time, staff at the County Fair have set up cooling tents around the grounds, lined with fans to help people stay [...]
Luke Davis

Woman sues McDonald's owner in Branson after hot tea causes severe burns

3 months 3 weeks ago
BRANSON, Mo. — A woman is suing the owners of a McDonald's in Branson after hot tea she ordered from the fast food restaurant spilled and caused severe burns. Nicole Lind, born 1982, is suing 3 Ruprecht Sons LLC, both of Branson, for injuries in Taney County Circuit Court. Court documents say the incident occurred [...]
Kathryn Skopec

'A conflict of interest': STL Sheriff's new HR officer previously fired stirs controversy

3 months 3 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Sheriff Alfred Montgomery has appointed the former mayor's HR director, who was fired from that post, as his new chief human resources officer. According to Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe, Jenkins-Gray’s new role creates a potential conflict of interest, sparking controversy from state officials to local leaders. Kehoe released a statement [...]
Daesha Gear

Sean Grayson files new motions claiming self-defense in shooting of Sonya Massey

3 months 3 weeks ago
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) -- Sean Grayson, the former Sheriff's deputy accused of killing Sonya Massey, is now asking for evidence to be admitted in his court case that he and his lawyers say backs up his claim of self-defense in the Springfield woman's death. Grayson and his attorneys filed three motions on Wednesday, asking that [...]
Bradley Zimmerman