St. Louis trying to link landlords with people displaced from tornado
The City of St. Louis is attempting to connect residents displaced by the May 16 tornado with landlords who have available apartments.
Must-try food vendors at Festival of Nations
Spanning more than 80 nations, Festival of Nations ranks among the region’s largest multicultural events—and is a veritable feast for the senses. This year, more than 180 food, retail, and experiential vendors will participate, as well as 30-plus performers. Hosted in Tower Grove Park, the festival happens from...
Dellwood Man Killed, Woman Wounded in North Riverfront Shooting, St. Louis Detectives Investigating
Tragedy struck the North Riverfront neighborhood late last week when a man was killed and a woman was injured in a shooting incident. Homicide detectives have taken the lead on a case that seems to have rattled the local community, leaving more questions than answers in its wake. The deceased...
Missouri set to close 12 schools for disabled students
Twelve state schools serving students with disabilities, including one in St. Louis, will close next year as part of a plan approved last week by the Missouri State Board of Education. There was little discussion about the plan to consolidate the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled, or MSSD. Board...
‘Oh my God!’ – video shows people running for cover as shots rang out...
ST. LOUIS — Several gunshots rang out and then several people ran for their lives. "Oh my God! Oh my God," screamed one woman in cellphone video shared with 5 On Your Side. Police said just before 11 p.m. Tuesday, gunfire ripped across the air near North Broadway and Pope Avenue in north the Riverfront Neighborhood...
The World’s Largest Catsup Bottle Is In Illinois, And It’s As Quirky As It...
In the heartland of America, where cornfields stretch to the horizon and small towns hold big surprises, Collinsville, Illinois stands tall—literally—with a 170-foot monument to America’s favorite condiment. The World’s Largest Catsup Bottle isn’t just big; it’s the kind of roadside oddity that makes you slam on...
First Alert 4 helps find home for dog who loves sirens
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Ferb has been adopted!. The 10-year-old dog had been living at 5 Acres Animal Shelter and had several television appearances. Earlier this month, First Alert 4 shared his story again, and a couple from House Springs knew they had to give Ferb a forever home.
Missouri scholarship program could be paused after school year started
St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer has appointed Nate Hayward as the City’s new commissioner of corrections. Fatal crash victim honored with concert at Delmar Hall. Nathan James said his uncle, Ralph Morse, 74, had a passion for life. Family buries son after jail death as concern grows that city...
13-year-old girl targeted by predator on Roblox, lawsuit says
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV/Gray News) – A lawsuit has been filed against Roblox, claiming a 13-year-old girl in St. Louis was exploited by a pedophile. Roblox is an online gaming platform where users can create, share and play millions of games and interactive experiences. Attorney Davis Cooper says the...
Missouri-based DEA agent advises parents to educate their kids about online drug threats
Parents are being warned about easy access kids have to fentanyl and other dangerous drugs through social media. Michael Davis is Special Agent in Charge for the Drug Enforcement Administration’s St. Louis division. He told Missourinet that while drugs are a year-round threat, back-to-school time can be especially...