ROME (AP) — Pope Francis suffered an isolated coughing fit on Friday that resulted in him inhaling vomit and requiring non-invasive mechanical ventilation, the Vatican said in relaying an alarming setback in his two-week long battle against double pneumonia. The 88-year-old pope remained conscious and alert at all times and cooperated with the maneuvers to [...]
NICOLE WINFIELD and CARLA K. JOHNSON, Associated Press
Backstage has compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting roles in Missouri, neighboring states, and nationwide, offering opportunities for aspiring and working actors to submit their applications.
Ozzie Smith, sports icon and Wish Home ambassador, is in Troy, Illinois, with baseball fans, showcasing a new open house that is valued at $500,000; individuals can enter in the raffle to win the home for only $100.
The Saint Louis Zoo has closed two exhibits "until further notice" as a precaution after a wild wood duck found dead on zoo grounds last week tested positive for avian influenza.
The Transworld Halloween and Attractions Show, held at America's Center in St. Louis, is the largest trade show of its kind, featuring over 400 vendors and buyers from 70 different countries, showcasing the latest technology and products for haunted houses, pumpkin patches, and other events.
ST. LOUIS – Cary Williams is a local marine veteran kickstarting his own tequila business, Aquila Tequila. Aquila Tequila will be a featured drink at The Rhythm and Brews benefit in St. Charles, Missouri, supporting kids of fallen veterans. Williams shares the unique story behind how his business got started and where to find his [...]
The 46th Mardi Gras weekend kicks off in St. Louis with the Mayor's Ball, followed by the Bud Light Grand Parade, and concludes with outdoor sales and events in the Soulard neighborhood.
ST. LOUIS — FOX 2 is partnering with the American Red Cross for a three-day blood drive to promote the need for blood and the new medical drama series, “DOC.” Right now, someone needs blood every two seconds in the U.S., and with recent winter weather thousands of blood and platelet donations went uncollected since [...]
ST. LOUIS - Dick Gregory used comedy to address racial tensions in the 1950s and 60s, becoming a pioneer in social satire. Gregory's journey into activism began at Sumner High School, where he led a march protesting segregated schools. His involvement in the civil rights movement continued as he participated in the 1963 Birmingham demonstration [...]
A 19-year-old man faces felony charges after the shooting death of an accomplice, who was killed during an attempted armed robbery in St. Louis last summer.