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A shocking murder case unfolds at a Missouri retirement community: 74-year-old Jewel Braziel, boyfriend of victim Gail Gregory, faces second-degree murder charges after her body was found with injuries in her apartment. Braziel allegedly called 911 but refused CPR during the call, while neighbors heard arguments all night ending just before dawn. Surveillance shows him visiting the apartment early...

In 1962, Dianne White shattered TV broadcasting barriers as the first Black weathercaster, paving the way for future generations. Meanwhile, in 1926, America buzzed with drama: a World Series ticket lottery launched amid frenzy, a deadly train wreck claimed an engineer’s life, and a cold-case murderer was finally captured after eight years on the run. That same year, chaos erupted with a deputy ki...

Kenneth Walker III exploded onto the scene in his Chiefs debut, rushing for 173 yards and two touchdowns while Patrick Mahomes quietly dominated with 184 yards, two scores, and a rushing TD — all while proving his surgically repaired knee is back to full strength. The win snapped a three-game skid against the Broncos, who looked lost offensively with Davis Webb at the helm, Bo Nix throwing for jus...

A 74-year-old man in a Wildwood retirement home is charged with second-degree murder after his girlfriend was found dead with severe facial injuries — he called 911 but refused to speak to cops. Bond set at $1 million, detectives spotted him returning to the scene early Monday. Not his first rodeo: he’s got a 1999 felony conviction and a 1998 assault/obstruction charge, both carrying 3-year senten...

A deadly crash on I-255 sent a tractor-trailer off the highway, crashing through a fence and into three homes—killing the 52-year-old driver and injuring two SUV occupants. Neighbors, some with decades of history in the area, are shaken and demanding safety barriers after realizing how close disaster came to their families. One home suffered major damage, forcing its owners to relocate to a hotel...

A beloved 50-year-old hammered copper statue of St. Francis, crafted by artist Hillis Arnold and standing guard in Alton’s St. Paul’s Episcopal Church garden, vanished mysteriously on September 13th—shocking the community and sparking a heartfelt $2,000 reward hunt to bring it home. Locals describe the statue as a cherished symbol of peace and identity, and parishioners are pleading for its safe r...

Cardinals edge Giants 2-1 in a thriller, as rookie pitcher Quinn Mathews dazzles with a no-hitter into the sixth, striking out eight and showcasing elite command. The offense, led by Alec Burleson and rookie catcher Leo Bernal—who delivered three of St. Louis’ eight hits—found timely magic. Despite a late Giants rally, the bullpen, capped by Riley O’Brien’s 37th save, locked it down. Mathews’ six-...

Missouri’s weather service, fire departments, and emergency managers teamed up for a high-stakes tabletop drill to sharpen their response to wildfire season—learning from last year’s brutal blaze that scorched over 100,000 acres. For the first time, fifty experts from FEMA down to local officials simulated real-time disaster coordination in the state’s emergency center, spotlighting how urban area...

Teachers in Cahokia are poised to strike starting September 25th after 14 months of stalled negotiations, demanding better pay and health insurance to stem the tide of teacher departures and reduce reliance on substitutes. Frustration is mounting, with educators like Amber Phillips-Lydell urging school board members to experience classrooms firsthand to truly grasp their daily challenges. With jus...

Teachers in the Cahokia Heights School District are poised to strike after 16 months of stalled contract negotiations, with the Illinois Federation of Teachers issuing a 10-day ultimatum. The core dispute? Teachers demand raises, but the district wants to give administrators bigger bumps — and the union alleges phantom hires, including a new job for the superintendent’s relative. When reporters in...

A former Missouri election integrity director is suing the Secretary of State, accusing him of retaliating after La Strada refused to ignore illegal activities — including misuse of state funds, intimidation of local officials, and even orchestrating fake whistleblower evidence for a federal case. Appointed just months before his firing, La Strada says he was targeted after reporting misconduct, c...

The Muny is getting a $9.5 million facelift—replacing 10,700 aging seats and tackling critical infrastructure like a new stormwater system to prevent future flooding, plus concrete repairs and sound booth upgrades. With original equipment now obsolete after 25 years, this full overhaul is essential for decades of top-tier performances. Meanwhile, the stage is being disassembled into 160 pieces and...

A deadly stabbing erupted in a Missouri parking lot, claiming the life of 21-year-old Trey Johnson and injuring three others. Suspect Henry Lorton, caught on camera and found with bloodstained clothes, faces second-degree murder and three counts of first-degree assault — despite his claims of being the victim. Authorities are holding him without bond as the case unfolds. Listen in comfort: Get a d...

After nearly 20 years, a Jefferson County jury convicted Amanda Huddleston of second-degree murder in the 2004 killing of her ex-boyfriend Johnny Fields — a case that took years of painstaking investigation to solve. Arrested in 2008 but delayed for justice, Huddleston now faces up to 30 years in prison, with sentencing set for September 5th. The verdict brings long-awaited closure to the victim’s...

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St. Louis, your neighborhood’s last chance to register for National Night Out is fast approaching—sign up by Sept. 20 to host a community gathering on Oct. 6 from 4 to 9 PM. With 134 events already confirmed (up from last year’s 124), city leaders are rallying residents to connect with neighbors and build stronger ties with local police. Mayor Cara Spencer and Police Chief Robert Tracy both emphas...

The O’Fallon Township High School Marching Panthers just landed a dream invite to march in the legendary London Parade—set for 2027 or 2028—and it’s not just any parade: over 8,000 global performers, half a million street spectators, and millions watching live on PBS. The invitation came from Bob Bone, chairman of the parade, and Duncan Sandys, Churchill’s relative and parade ambassador, who perso...

St. Louis Cardinals rookie JJ Wetherholt is inching closer to returning from wrist tendinitis, with a potential comeback as early as Wednesday—just in time for the team’s crucial final homestand. His progress hinges on how he responds to Monday’s hitting session and Tuesday’s pregame workout. If he clears Wednesday, he’ll have just ten games left to make an impact; if not, Thursday’s series opener...

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Two churches in North St. Louis are victims of recent break-ins—first St. Matthew the Apostle Church, where a 46-year-old man allegedly stole HVAC parts and scrap metal, now facing charges and monitored GPS; then just weeks later, North City Church of Christ, where two suspects were caught on-site with tools and copper piping, charged with burglary and property damage, with one held without bail d...

East St. Louis is sprouting innovation with vertical farms in shipping containers, churning out thousands of heads of lettuce to feed the city — while hospitals nearby saw staff layoffs but CEO pay untouched, sparking outrage. Undercover reporting exposes the surge in scrap metal thefts, scientists are studying snapping turtles in Forest Park to track plastic’s human impact, and a legal group figh...

Missouri’s new service tax, meant to generate over $50 million annually, is falling short—bringing in just $22 million so far—sparking outrage and demands for transparency as lawmakers and citizens call it a “disaster.” Officials vow to overhaul collection systems by next year to fix the shortfall, restore public trust, and ensure fair, efficient tax management. Listen in comfort: Get a discount o...

A chilling case is unfolding in St. Louis: 30-year-old Joseph Hester faces multiple felony charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a pre-teen over 18 months, starting in October 2024. The victim, who reportedly told authorities he was performing an “exam,” gave a detailed account that helped build the case. Hester resisted arrest on Sept. 3, leading to additional charges. He’s now facing first...

A chilling case is unfolding in St. Louis: 30-year-old Joseph Hester faces multiple felony charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a pre-teen over 18 months, starting in October 2024. The victim, who reportedly told authorities he was performing an “exam,” gave a detailed account that helped build the case. Hester resisted arrest on Sept. 3, leading to additional charges. He’s now facing first...