FOX 2 is recognizing the great contributions women have made to our nation and local communities. Remarkable Women is part of a nationwide Nexstar Media initiative to honor the influence that women have had on public policy, social progress, and quality of life. Throughout March, which is Women’s History Month, FOX 2 and KPLR 11 [...]
by Dr. John Gaal Editor’s Note: Each week, Dr. John Gaal, director of worker wellness for the Missouri Works Initiative, a non-profit workforce formed by the Missouri AFL-CIO, collects and comments on news and trends in workforce wellness and life balance. Construction Forum carries the Worker Wellness & Well-Being Blog as a regular feature. The […]
A couple who ran a local nonprofit was arrested today after being accused in an indictment that claims they stole over $7 million that was meant to feed disadvantaged children in Missouri.
A Missouri Senate committee heard testimony once again on Monday about raising the bar on the process for passing initiative petitions.
Initiatives petitions are measures proposed by citizens that appear on the ballot after an appropriate number of signatures are collected from voters. Republican senators led last year’s unsuccessful push to change the initiative petition process by adding additional barriers for an amendment to be added to Missouri’s Constitution.
Monday’s hearing before…
ST. LOUIS -- FOX 2 will host a St. Louis mayoral debate featuring the top two candidates from the primary election. The debate will air on FOX 2 and KPLR 11 on March 13 at 7 PM. The debate, titled "Debate Night in St. Louis - The Race for Mayor," will provide a platform for [...]
S. M. Wilson & Co. is named finalist in four categories in the 2025 AEC Show-Me Awards by the St. Louis Council of Construction Consumers (SLC3). Amanda Bohnert, CPSM, Chief Marketing Officer “We are honored to be named a finalist in multiple categories,” said Michael Yazbec, president of S. M. Wilson. “Our company has built […]
Items signed by Mick Fleetwood and Grateful Dead's Bob Weir are among the new additions to the Help on the Way benefit auction, which raises money for Los Angeles fire relief.Fleetwood has…
OKAWVILLE - If there ever was a sixth man in a basketball gymnasium it was the Carrollton Hawks sea of green that occupied every seat on one side of the Okawville Gym in the IHSA Class 1A Super Sectional matchup against Albion Edwards County. Carrollton High School’s basketball team is set to compete in the state finals starting Thursday, March 6, 2025, with a 62-44 win over Albion Edwards County at CEFCU Arena in Bloomington-Normal, following a strong that has galvanized support from the local community. The Hawks secured a spot in the finals after the decisive victory on Monday night, March 3, 2025, drawing hundreds of fans who packed the gym in the school colors of Kelly Green and White. Hawks' Head Coach Brian Madson praised the Hawks turnout, describing the atmosphere as “phenomenal.” He noted the enthusiasm of the student section, which has been consistently impressive throughout the season. “We’ve had pep assemblies the last couple of games,
OTTERVILLE – A Wood River man accused of fleeing from a Jersey County traffic stop at high speeds in a stolen car faces multiple felonies after other unlawful items were found in his possession. Justin G. Rodewald, 37, of Wood River, was charged on Feb. 24, 2025 with unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle (a Class 2 felony), unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon (a Super Class 3 felony), unlawful possession of methamphetamine (a Class 3 felony) and aggravated fleeing/attempting to eluded a peace officer (a Class 4 felony). Rodewald allegedly failed to stop in Otterville after an officer signaled for him to stop his vehicle. He reportedly drove more than 100 miles per hour over the legal speed limit in an attempt to elude the officer. The vehicle Rodewald was driving had been stolen, according to court documents. He was also found in possession of “a fixed blade knife with a blade longer than three inches,” as well as less than five grams of methamphetamine.
Support us on Patreon » We’re finally getting back into the rhythm of things, and in fact right at this very moment Mike is recording a brand new original episode for next week on the podcast — but this week, we’ve got a cross-post and a special extra treat. Mike recently once again joined Andy Levy […]
UPDATE: Arrest Made: On March 3, 2025, District 6 Detectives arrested a 27-year-old relative to an ongoing investigation into multiple online marketplace robberies. On March 4, 2025 the Circuit Attorney’s Office issued three counts of Robbery 1st Degree, three counts of Armed Criminal Action, three counts of UUW- Felon in Possession of a Firearm, two […]
Following a three-hour standoff with law enforcement, an armed suspect was shot and killed after firing his gun at deputies, according to the sheriff's office.
On February 17, 2025, around 6:30PM, District 6 officers responded to a call for a hold up that occurred in the 400 block of Blase Ave. Upon arriving, they met with a 25-year-old man who stated he and his girlfriend were robbed at gunpoint while trying to make a sale via an online marketplace.
Arrest Made: On March 3, 2025, District 6 Detectives arrested 27-year-old Jerod Scott relative to an ongoing investigation into multiple online marketplace robberies. On March 4, 2025 the Circuit Attorney's Office issued three counts of Robbery 1st Degree, three counts of Armed Criminal Action, three counts of UUW- Felon in Possession of a Firearm, two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and one count of misdemeanor Stealing.