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Man playing Russian roulette arrested after woman hit by bullet in St. Louis
The man pointed the revolver at himself and pulled the trigger, but the woman is the one who was hit, police said.
St. Louis listed as city facing a pest surge this fall
St. Louis is one of the top U.S. cities to face a possible surge of pests this fall due to the dry and warm conditions, with flies and cockroaches likely to be attracted indoors in search of food and water.
St. Peters police find missing 27-year-old
Tom Petty website launches countdown to “something special”
Looks like Tom Petty fans have something to look forward to.The late rocker’s official Instagram account just teased that they have some big news to share and folks will be finding…
Corn-sweat and heat impact high school sports practice
Today's temperatures in the mid-upper 90s with top heat index values soaring to near 105, due to southerly winds and corn-sweat, will impact local fall high school sports activities, with a maximum practice time of two hours with 20 minute breaks within each hour of practice.
Motorist from Farmington dies after crashing into house, tree
Joshua D. Zaricor, 24, was fatally injured about 3:50 a.m. Saturday in St. Francois County.
Arrest Of Telegram’s Pavel Durov Raises Questions, But The Answers May Not Be Known For A While
There’s plenty of news flying around over the past few days after it was reported on Saturday that Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, had been arrested at Bourget airport in France after taking his private plane there from Azerbaijan. Durov, who got a French citizenship in 2021 apparently knew that there was […]
Lane Closure I-55/70 Near Illinois 203 In St. Clair County
FAIRMONT CITY – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced lane closures will be encountered on northbound and southbound I-55/70 beginning Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at 7 a.m. through Friday, August 30, 2024, at 12 p.m., weather permitting. The left lane will be closed between Exchange Ave and IL 203. Northbound will be closed for the duration of the project and the southbound left lane will be closed daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. All entrance and exit ramps will remain open. These restrictions are needed to repair the glare screen on the median wall. IDOT district 8 forces will make the needed improvements. Full access will be restored as soon as possible. Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of alternate routes should be considered. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain
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Police chief in Manchester to resign amid investigation
The city has yet to explain what Scott Will was being investigated for — and claimed that details would not be divulged under the state's Sunshine Law.
The reimagined Lobby Lounge reopens at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
The transformation of the 33-year-old gathering place took place over the last four months.
Useless or corrupt STL police, any ideas for next steps?
Alton-Godfrey Democratic Precinct to Hold 42nd Annual Banquet
ALTON - The Alton-Godfrey Democratic Precinct is excited to announce our 42nd Annual Banquet on Sept. 6, 2024. The theme is UNITY! It will be held at the VFW located at 4445 North Alby Street in Alton. The guest speaker will be Retired Chief Circuit Judge William Mudge. Judge William Mudge began his elected public service in 2002 as Madison County's State's Attorney. Mudge was Edwardsville's Township Chairman, a Democratic Precinct Committeeman for over two decades, and served on the Executive Committee and Central Committee under Mac Warfield and Matt Melucci, before becoming a judge. The Master of Ceremonies will be School Board Member Tiana Gipson. This is a pivotal election in our nation's history and protecting the ballot is of utmost importance to keeping our democracy safe. Doors open at 5 p.m. and tickets can be purchased at the door for $40 each. For any questions, contact Lee Barham, chairperson of the Alton-Godfrey Democratic Precinct, at 618-799-9157.
Another developer pitches apartments at Cortex
A developer is eyeing land on the northern edge of St. Louis' Cortex tech district for a new apartment complex.
On This Day, Aug. 26, 1970: Jimi Hendrix’s Electric Lady Studios opened in New York City
On This Day, Aug. 26, 1970 ...Electric Lady Studios, a recording studio commissioned by Jimi Hendrix, opened in New York’s Greenwich Village. It was the first commercial studio owned by…
Endangered Person Advisory canceled: 27-year-old man found
Dustin Price, 27, went missing from Walmart in St. Peters, MO on Sunday evening and is believed to be on foot in the area of Jungermann, as he has no means of transportation and is not familiar to the area.
This Day in History on August 26: Mother Teresa's Birthday
August 26, 2024, marks another day in history, full of significant events that have shaped our world. First Recorded Ascent of Mont Blanc (1786) Another significant event occurred on August 26, 1786, when Jacques Balmat and Dr. Michel-Gabriel Paccard made the first recorded ascent of Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps. This achievement marked a milestone in the field of mountaineering and opened the door for future expeditions to the world's tallest mountains. The Battle of Crécy (1346) On this day in 1346, the Battle of Crécy took place during the Hundred Years' War between England and France. This battle was significant for its use of the longbow by English archers, which played a crucial role in their victory over the French forces. The Battle of Crécy is often cited as a turning point in medieval warfare, demonstrating the effectiveness of new military technology and tactics. Liberation of Paris (1944) Fast forward to August 26, 1944,
Were these neighborhoods emptied because of the airport or because of the Westlake landfill contamination?
Gerard Craft’s new Expat BBQ slated to open September 12 in City Foundry STL
The acclaimed chef revealed the menu and hosted a quick tour ahead of the much-anticipated opening.
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