Two Killed Fleeing Law Enforcement This Past Holiday Period
The New Years holiday travel period expired at midnight last night. The preliminary highway patrol report for New Years evening to 11:59 Sunday night won’t be out until later today. However, from the highway patrol website, there were at least 5 fatalities on the Missouri roads during that period.
After nearly dying in the line of duty, former St. Louis officer gives first...
ST. LOUIS — The badge is gone. The calling isn't. In a small studio in St. Louis County, former city police officer Colin Ledbetter is back on duty — just serving in a different way. Now, instead of a radio, he's got a podcast called "Built Different" —...
Second suspect arrested for 2025 Hyde Park shooting
A second man wanted in connection with a Hyde Park shooting last spring is now in custody.
‘You Could Feel It’: Fireball Races Across St. Louis Sky During Meteor Shower
A bright fireball was seen streaking across the St. Louis sky, linked to the Quadrantid meteor shower which is currently reaching its peak and producing especially bright and fast-moving meteors.
2 restaurants on Delmar are closing this week
2 iconic names are closing their restaurant spots on Delmar this week. The owners cited the challenges of the economy and recovering from the tornado.
Missouri–Illinois Weather Alert: Near-Normal Precipitation, Limited Rain and Snow Chances Jan 9–13
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. St. Louis, Missouri – A more seasonable winter pattern is expected to bring near-normal precipitation to Missouri and Illinois heading into mid-January, with above-normal temperatures allowing for a mix of...
St. Louis Hires Murder Suspect’s Company for Demo Contract
Portia Louise Rowland was murdered shortly after 6:06 am on January 21, 2025, in the driveway of her home in Collinsville, Illinois. She died from multiple gunshot wounds. Sarah Shafer, her girlfriend, was in the home at the time of the murder. The alleged murder getaway vehicle was found in...
A Missouri Deli Known for Hearty, Flavor-Packed Classics
If you crave bold flavor and a neighborhood vibe, Blues City Deli in St. Louis hits the sweet spot. This lively spot riffs on classic deli traditions with soulful twists, generous portions, and plenty of toe tapping blues. You will catch the aroma of sizzling pastrami and hot muffulettas before you even step inside....
Man charged for December shooting that injured teen boy
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) -A man has been charged with a shooting that resulted in a 13-year-old boy being injured. Davon Kristopher Blair, 33, was charged on Sunday with one count of first-degree assault resulting in serious physical injury, armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon.
Kansas-Missouri Weather Alert: Near-Normal Late-January Conditions Jan 17–30
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Kansas City, Missouri – Much of Kansas and Missouri are expected to see a relatively typical stretch of winter weather late this month, with temperatures and precipitation trends staying closer to seasonal...

















