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Police Chief Robert Tracy has provided updates on two high-profile cases in St. Louis, including a shooting on I-55 that injured a teen and the arrest of a suspect in the abduction and murder of Michelle Hampton, while also highlighting the department's efforts to combat crime and the low homicide rates.

Missouri Department of Transportation employees are entitled to raises included in a market pay plan even if lawmakers haven’t appropriated enough money to cover the cost, the Western District Missouri Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday. In the unanimous decision, Judge Gary Witt wrote that the Missouri Constitution is unambiguous in the power it gives to […]

As the holidays approach, home cooks often search for new time-saving dinner options for busy weeknights, or dishes and appetizers that will impress guests at holiday events. While dairy foods are often foundational ingredients in holiday and comfort food recipes, one dairy food — ricotta cheese — stands out this time of year due to its versatility, subtle flair and nutrition. Traditionally, cheesemakers make this fresh cheese from whey, a milk protein. To make ricotta, cheesemakers combine liquid whey with milk and vinegar, and then heat the mixture until the whey coagulates and forms the soft cheese known as ricotta. While moisture-rich ricotta cheese is slightly firm, it is not a solid cheese. Ricotta also has a smoother texture than cottage cheese, another variety of fresh cheese. Mild flavor, creamy texture adds dimension to recipes Ricotta’s light, slightly sweet flavor lends itself to both sweet and savory dishes, making it the perfect addition to holiday

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ALTON - As the holiday season approaches, gamers looking to enhance their gaming experience can consider custom gaming PCs from Riverbender Tech Center. The company, based at 200 W. Third St. in Alton, offers personalized builds designed to meet individual gaming needs and budgets. Riverbender Tech Center emphasizes the importance of tailored performance, stating that their custom builds cater to various gaming styles, whether for fast-paced shooters or graphics-heavy role-playing games. Each gaming PC is designed to prevent bottlenecks, ensuring that the CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage work in harmony to deliver a seamless gaming experience. The company assures quality through meticulous component selection and expert assembly. Each machine undergoes rigorous testing to confirm it is ready for demanding gaming environments. Riverbender Tech Center offers options for every budget, from entry-level systems that can be upgraded over time to high-performance setups featuring the latest

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In the Spirit of the Season, FOX 2 and St. Louis 11 have teamed up with YWCA Metro St. Louis to raise awareness and fund their life-changing work by empowering women and eliminating racism.

A second man was arrested and charged in connection with a woman’s death last week in St. Louis that followed an abduction in Clayton.

Average home prices were up last month, and suddenly nobody wants one anymore: That's a drop of 128,000 homes from the previous month. It's the fifth biggest decline in history.

St. Louis’ sewer district will receive the largest loan in the history of Missouri’s clean water fund — equal to almost the entire current balance of the state’s fund for similar projects.  The Missouri Department of Natural Resources announced Monday that it had awarded a $640 million loan to the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to […]

ALTON - Summer American Legion baseball will take centerstage at Alton’s Lloyd Hopkins Field July 24-27, 2025. The Illinois Junior Legion Baseball State Championship will be held in Alton showcasing six of the state’s best junior legion baseball teams in an exciting playoff series. The games will be held at the home field of Alton’s Prospect League Team, the Alton River Dragons. "We are thrilled to partner with the City of Alton and the Alton River Dragons to host the Illinois Junior Legion Baseball State Championships next July. Events like this are an excellent investment for Alton, as they bring teams from across the state, along with their families and supporters. These visitors will stay in our hotels, dine at our local restaurants, and shop in our businesses, all contributing to increased tax revenues for the city," said Cory Jobe, President/CEO of the Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau. “I would like to give a big thank you to the

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ST. LOUIS -- Two people were seriously injured after a crash on northbound I-55 Tuesday. They were taken to the hospital for treatment. One of the victims died at the hospital. The crash closed the highway past Butler Hill Road at around 10:30 a.m. Many first responders are on scene. Traffic is backed up in [...]

SPRINGFIELD - We are entering the season of gift giving and it can be hard not to go overboard and buy too much. “Whether your holiday shopping is already underway or you’re just getting started, having a game plan can help keep you from overspending,” said Comptroller Mendoza. “You don’t want to end the year with a stack of credit card bills and an overdrawn checking account.” Here’s a few tips to keep your spending under control: Come up with a budget before you begin shopping, and then track how much you spend. You can set a total amount you feel comfortable spending or set a limit for how much you plan to spend per person. Make a list of what you have bought each family member and the cost. You may also want to consider other holiday expenses that can sneak up on you, such as work or friend gift exchanges, presents for teachers, traveling and hosting in your home. Take advantage of sales as much as possible, while being

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Last week we launched the Kickstarter for our amazing new card game, One Billion Users. It’s a fast, fun card game where players try to build up the biggest and best social media network, while simultaneously trying to undermine the networks the other players are trying to build. In the campaign, we mentioned a couple […]

On Monday, Jim Montgomery's first full day at the helm, the Blues rallied for a come-from-behind 5-2 road victory over the New York Rangers.

The Eagles are sticking around Las Vegas a little bit longer.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers just added four more weekend shows to their Eagles Live in Concert at…

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St. Louis County Police Department's new north county precinct, named after Officer Joann Liscombe, is set to open with more technology and adequate parking, saving the county up to $8,300 a month.