Police raid condemned south St. Louis apartments; 63 removed, 13 arrested
A major St. Louis police operation targeting a condemned apartment complex Thursday morning in south St. Louis led to 63 summonses and 13 arrests. Authorities say the property had become a hub for violent crime and unsafe living conditions.
Man who shot at St. Louis cop previously charged with brandishing
A man facing charges for shooting at an off-duty St. Louis police officer earlier this week has a prior criminal record that includes charges of brandishing a weapon.
First Alert Forward: Thousands of international workers authorized to work in St. Louis region,...
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - St. Louis is facing a workforce crunch, but thousands of international students and workers in the region are already authorized to work. Many employers still assume the hiring process is too complicated. The Mosaic Project, a local organization, is working to connect businesses...
Police raid condemned apartments, remove at least 60 people
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department raided a condemned apartment complex in the Marine Villa neighborhood on Thursday morning in, what they say is, one of the largest search warrant operations they’ve done in recent memory. In an operation that’s been in...
North St. Louis Fender-Bender Fight Ends With Woman, 55, Shot Near Sherman Park
A minor car dust-up turned into a major crime scene Tuesday night in north St. Louis, where a 55-year-old woman was shot and rushed to a hospital in critical condition, authorities said. The gunfire broke out around 9:00 p.m. in the 5100 block of Cote Brilliante, just off Sherman Park, and police took a 32-year-old...
12 U.S. cities experiencing a decline in their black population
The face of Black America is shifting. As the cost of living skyrockets and opportunities in traditional urban hubs dwindle, many Black families are leaving...
Illinois Air Force Base to conduct Active Shooter Drill
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The Scott Air Force Base is conducting an active shooter drill on Thursday. According to the base, the drill runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be in the vicinity of Scott Elementary School, which is not currently in session. People...
Andy Karandzieff of Crown Candy Kitchen
Andy Karandzieff comes by his sweet tooth naturally—it’s part of the family business, after all. In 1913, his grandfather, Harry Karandzieff, opened Crown Candy Kitchen with his best friend, Pete Jugaloff. And ever since, the confectionery and diner has been a staple in North St. Louis, earning generations of loyal...
Old House at Hog Hollow seeks longer hours, outdoor seating
The Old House at Hog Hollow is requesting the use of the outdoor patio and an extension of hours, claiming the current operating hours are not financially sustainable. In a response to the city's request for additional information, General Manager Angela LaRosa White wrote, "Our patio is a lovely amenity, and guests...
Two people injured in Hazelwood stabbing
HAZELWOOD, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Hazelwood Police responded to a call for a stabbing Wednesday night that caused injuries to one adult and one juvenile. According to police, the call came in close to 11 p.m. for a stabbing at 75 Village Square Shopping Center, where a suspect was apprehended.

















