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Kia to give anti-theft software upgrades to cars this weekend at the St. Louis Galleria
One year since CVPA mass shooting
One year ago two lives were lost, student Alexzandria Bell's and teacher Jean Kuczka's, during a mass shooting which took place at CVPA High school. Vigils were held to commemorate the lives of those lost and injured, and many students…
Missing macaw stirs up sights and sounds in O’Fallon, Missouri
A one-and-a-half-year-old macaw remains on the loose after escaping days ago. The bird’s owners and local avian specialists are discussing how the bird will cope with the approaching cold front.
St. Louis County Council cracking down on open carry for teenagers
Local cops unmask international suspects' clever crime tricks
The suburbs appear to be the target of international criminals, reportedly using hand tricks to steal thousands. But they’re not getting away with it here in the St. Louis area.
Trick or treating in the CWE? My landlord says it's too dangerous!
'We want answers': Family of killed O'Fallon Township teenager frustrated over deputies' silence
In wake of CVPA shooting, millions spent to bolster school district security
The St. Louis Public School District has beefed up security in the year since the tragic shooting at Central Visual Performing Arts High Schools.
'Shaft' star Richard Roundtree dies at 81: reports
Actor Richard Roundtree, who broke barriers and reached international stardom as the titular character in the "Shaft" film franchise, died Tuesday after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
CVPA: A year of questions and few answers
St. Louis police commanders were quick to tout the swift response of officers to a school shooting that happened one year ago, but the department still has left many questions unanswered.
Developer Of Free Web Game Messes With Sites Embedding His Game With Goatse Image
The tradition of game developers trolling those who pirate or otherwise use their games rather than immediately going the legal route has a long history. There are lots of ways to do this, most of which involve either breaking the game in certain ways, or inputting Easter eggs into games that cause those pirating it […]
Alderwoman responds to complaints about speeders after FOX 2 report
A St. Louis alderwoman responds to Monday night’s You Paid For It concerning speeders on Gustine Avenue in south city.
11 Days Until Salute
For tickets and information on the 36th anniversary Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship & Awards Gala on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, visit stlamerican.com. All net proceeds from this annual non-profit (501c3) event go towards scholarships for local, high potential…
Metal plates being installed at Famous Barr building to keep looters out
The first metal plates are being installed at the beloved Railway Exchange Building in downtown St. Louis to stop looters and squatters from getting into the condemned building.
Lemay Fire Department sees spike in suspicious fires
The Lemay Fire Protection District hopes the public can help curb a recent spike in suspicious fires. The department reports responding to more than 20 suspicious fires this year and estimates that during previous years, the number would typically fall in the five to 10 range.
Glen Carbon Upgrading Emergency Notification/Communication System
GLEN CARBON - The Village of Glen Carbon is getting an upgraded emergency notification and communication system, which could include a free mobile app with notifications, emergency texts, and more. Members of the public will need to sign up for these alerts once the system has been updated. Village trustees unanimously approved a Service Agreement with CivicPlus for the “CivicReady Mass Notification System” on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023. Village Administrator Jamie Bowden said at the meeting that the village’s old notification system has become obsolete. “The notification system we currently use is not adequate, it’s not being utilized,” Bowden said. “CivicReady, it’s an encompassing, multi-channel emergency and routine communication system. We will be able to utilize it for notifications for emergencies, et cetera. It will also provide a mobile app for citizens to receive updates … notifications via text. It’s a little
Victim's family, school admin reflects one year after CVPA tragedy
Candles sat by the front doors of the school to remember health teacher Jean Kuzcka and student Alexzandria Bell.