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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.

Victims of the May 16 tornado in St. Louis County have until Thursday to seek assistance at the two FEMA disaster recovery centers, which will close permanently on Friday.

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. [...]

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 [...]

Pour Decisions and Hiram's were told to shut down by 1 a.m., right before peak business hours.

A former Arnold Police officer who suffered a close-range gunshot wound to the head in 2017 is back in the hospital. But this time, the news is good.

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 [...]

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 [...]

All Elite Wrestling will host WrestleDream at the Chaifetz Arena this fall.

Local leaders are working to keep residents cool and safe.

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 [...]

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 [...]

University City stormwater commissioners once warned of flaws in our flood early warning system.

Investigators in Monroe County, Illinois, are looking into the death of a 14-year-old girl found shot on State Route 3 on Monday afternoon.

A St. Louis man faces up to five years in federal prison for pointing a laser at a police helicopter.

Marijuana advocates are celebrating Tuesday’s ruling from the Missouri Supreme Court that prohibits local governments from stacking additional taxes.

Wednesday’s hot temperatures are wreaking havoc for the Franklin County Humane Society, as an electrical issue limits the air conditioning to work in only half of the facility building.

Kehoe's office says Trump approved another disaster declaration.

As this dangerous heat continues, first responders in St. Charles County are taking extra steps to protect not only the public but also themselves and their K-9 partners.

In a fresh spin on the St. Louis-Chicago sports rivalry, a Chicago-based sports website has named what it considers the best athletes born and raised in the St. Louis area.