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Children's hospitals across the county are preparing for a surge in admissions amid a shortage of the RSV vaccine.

Legendary former Indiana University men's basketball coach Bob Knight has died at the age of 83, his family announced Wednesday on his website.

CHICAGO (WMBD) - Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced the expansion of utility bill assistance on Wednesday. A news release from Gov. Pritzker states that income-eligible homes that are disconnected or on the verge of being disconnected from utilities can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assitance Program [...]

Despite staffing shortages, St. Louis County will have crews working around the clock this winter.

A man appeared in federal court on Wednesday and admitted setting fire to his ex-girlfriend's home in St. Louis County while she and members of her family were asleep.

St. Louis police are investigating a shooting in downtown Thursday afternoon.

Later, the witness was able to pick Gray out of a photographic line-up. She identified him as the person who stuck the gun in her face.

This year, they're offering two "Black Friday Deals" events and a special Cyber Monday event. There is also early access for Walmart+ members.

With hunting season now underway, hunters should keep an eye out for bobcats. In Missouri, there is a designated hunting season for bobcats, which spans from November 15 to the last day of February. 

Build-A-Bear has unveiled an exciting new interactive bear that responds to touch and the sound of your voice. This special bear reacts by opening its eyes and wiggling its ears to communicate, and it has been released just in time for the Christmas season. 

The Muny has officially announced its captivating seven-show lineup for the 106th season. This season promises to be a spectacular blend of premieres, comedies, romance, and magic, running from June 17, 2024, through August 25, 2024.

A new and improved 911 service is set to make its way to the St. Charles County area, benefiting cities such as Lake Saint Louis, O’Fallon, St. Charles, St. Peters, and Wentzville. 

Henry Krey, a senior at Christian Brothers College High School, is recognized as one of the world's premier esports players and coaches. Krey, a decorated Super Smash Bros. player, is also a driving force behind the school's eSports program.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) said that hunters harvested 2,219 turkeys during the Missouri turkey gun season, Oct. 1 to 31. The top harvest counties were Dent with 86 birds harvested, Crawford with 82, and Washington with 72.  

- Recent cooler nights have played a significant role in bringing about the fall foliage color change in the St. Louis area. We've received an update from experts responsible for the foliage report, and they now indicate that much of Missouri, as well as the western region of Illinois near the St. Louis metro area, is currently experiencing vibrant fall colors. 

In his TKO special, Martin Kilcoyne poses a rhetorical question. He wonders if you've ever been in a situation where a friend asks for a favor and you reluctantly agree, even though you'd rather not. In this case, Kilcoyne's friend, Tim Ezell, sent him a message asking if he could come over for some Halloween trick-or-treating. 

”You getting involved, Elliott Davis, and channel two. It took you getting involved to make things happen," said Reginald Newburn. "It’s a shame that I had to go through this many steps for this long. I’m going to accept it for what it is. It’s done now, and I’m happy about it.”

A driver was hurt after crashing in south St. Louis overnight.

Medicare open enrollment started in early October and runs until December 7. Experts say now is the time to evaluate your coverage and adjust if needed.

The next round of funding for the Illinois electric car rebate program opens on Wednesday.