TOPEKA — The former top executive of a company granted a banking charter by the Kansas Legislature was found guilty Thursday by a federal jury of orchestrating a scheme to funnel more than $150 million to himself through securities fraud, false claims and fabricated records. Brad Heppner, who founded Beneficient and convinced Kansas lawmakers five […]
BETHALTO - Bethalto Community Unit School District #8 middle school students have developed a love for reading. Trimpe Middle School’s new Eagles Read program invites students to track their time spent reading in exchange for prizes. Teacher Suzie Moore, who recently took over the program, thanked the community for their generous donations and noted that people can still donate snacks or help out next year in their efforts to encourage more reading. “This is my first year runnin
After a nearly perfect early spring growing season across the St. Louis area, local garden centers are packed heading into Mother’s Day weekend. With no freezing temperatures since late March, gardeners who got an early start are now seeing the payoff.
WASHINGTON — State governments should shoulder more of the cost and responsibility for natural disaster recovery, according to a report released Thursday by the Federal Emergency Management Agency review council. The board, created by President Donald Trump last year, called on Congress and the administration to make several major changes, including offloading the National Flood […]
With technology taking up a big part of our daily lives, so too does the danger it can present to small children. Specifically, those small lithium batteries found in car fobs, remote controls, and some greeting cards.
BELLEVILLE - Community members who want to make a difference in a child’s life have the opportunity to train to become a Court-Appointed Special Advocate. Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers work with kids who have experienced neglect or abuse and who are typically in the foster care system. These volunteers spend five hours a month visiting with their assigned child and writing court reports. The judge then uses this information to make decisions in the best interest
The lawsuit argues that the shift to a state board of police commissioners, created by Missouri lawmakers in 2025, does not have the legal authority to force the City of St. Louis to increase spending on police.
Mötley Crüe will be joined by Carrie Underwood for their performance on the upcoming season finale of American Idol.The former American Idol winner is a noted rock fan and previously covered the Crüe song "Home Sweet…
The St. Louis Battlehawks return home Friday night looking to keep their momentum rolling as they take on the Columbus Aviators at The Dome at America’s Center, and you'll be able to watch it right here on FOX 2.
The U.S. Housing and Urban Development’s annual one-night count of those experiencing sheltered and unsheltered homelessness is projected to show a decline after a record-high surge in 2024, according to a new report. Conducted during January, the Point-in-Time count is HUD’s annual one-night census of people staying in shelters and unsheltered locations; the latest official […]
Sounds like we may be getting some new music from KISS.During a YouTube interview with KISSbySienna, Gene Simmons gave fans an update on what they’ve been up to, and it's…
The Tennessee Legislature passed a new U.S. congressional map that will favor Republicans in all nine of the state’s districts ahead of this year’s midterm election. The bill passed Thursday and is expected to be quickly signed by Gov. Bill Lee, as state lawmakers faced a tight deadline to get the maps approved ahead of […]
Two bills that could change primary elections in Alabama — should federal courts allow the use of congressional and legislative maps previously ruled discriminatory – moved closer to passage Thursday, but not without major protests erupting in legislative committees. HB 1, sponsored by Speaker Pro Tempore Chris Pringle, R-Mobile, and SB 1, sponsored by Sen. […]
MARYVILLE, Ill. — The Maryville Police Department issued 21 citations for distracted driving violations and four other citations in April during an aggressive Distracted Driving Awareness Month Enforcement Campaign, the department said. “Distracted driving remains a serious problem in Maryville, and one moment of inattention can change lives forever,” said Sgt. Brian Gessi of the Maryville Police. “High-visibility law enforcement is one way to remind drivers that safe drivin
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