Convicted chiropractor claims he was also victim of fraud
A Clayton chiropractor convicted of healthcare fraud and sentenced to prison is now claiming he was also the victim of fraud, according to a newly filed sentencing memo.
St Louis may allow food trucks in more places across the city, Soulard business...
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - St. Louis City leaders are trying to find a balance between brick-and-mortar restaurants and food trucks, as some are seeking to expand access for food trucks across the city. One alderman believes the city is losing business to St Louis County and wants...
5 of the Most Dangerous Cities to Retire In
When people start planning for retirement, a few items are at the top of their to-do list. And while relocating is often a big priority for those who want to downsize or move somewhere warmer in their golden years, the list of things that people consider is often a short one.
Tips for drinking at Tipsy Turtle
The Tipsy Turtle Bourbon Bar, a newly-opened bar in Glen Carbon, may be one of the most unique bars I’ve ever been to. Upon arriving, you may think you’ve pulled up to just a convenience store. However, once you step inside, you’ll discover a trove of drink options.
A St. Louis police officer mistakenly called an immigration advocacy hotline to report an...
A St. Louis police officer mistakenly called an immigration advocacy hotline earlier this week while attempting to reach U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to report that he had arrested someone. The officer called the St. Louis Rapid Response Hotline, which is run by the Ashrei Foundation. The group provides support...
Madison County Board Rejects Apollo Properties Rezoning Request
EDWARDSVILLE – The Madison County Board voted 20-3 on April 15, 2026, to deny Apollo Properties LLC’s request to rezone about 0.45 acres at 5429 Maryville Road in Granite City, blocking a proposed change from the B-1 Limited Business District to the R-5 Multiple-Family Residence District. The vote...
Jackknifed tractor trailor briefly closes all lanes of WB I-270 near I-170
HAZELWOOD, Mo. (First Alert 4) - All lanes of westbound I-270 were closed at I-170 due to a jackknifed tractor trailor Wednesday afternoon, police say. Authorities say traffic was getting through on the shoulder while first responders were at the scene. Traffic was being diverted off I-270. The crash happened...
Missouri chiropractor sentenced in opioid fraud scheme
A federal judge has sentenced a Missouri chiropractor to prison after a wide-ranging health care fraud and illegal prescription scheme that authorities said placed patients at risk and drained millions from federal programs. U.S. District Judge Henry E. Autrey on Wednesday ordered Jerry Dale Leech, 53, of Clayton, to serve...
New eatery aims to elevate Cahokia Heights with upscale menu, local hiring
A new restaurant in Cahokia Heights with a menu of fine dining options opened Thursday. Cahokia Heights Fine Dining, located in a former Hardee’s at 1508 Camp Jackson Road, is owned by Zeleke Awash. Its offereings are more sophisticated than diners will find in a fast food joint. Laverne Hagler, the restaurant’s general manager, said Awash was looking for a site to bring something...
Former Concord Apartments residents face deadline for tent removal, struggle to find shelter
ST. LOUIS — Two weeks after 63 people were evicted from the Concord Apartments, the former residents are facing yet another looming deadline to move. The Concord Apartments were condemned in February before a massive police raid two weeks ago, where 13 people were arrested on various charges and 63 people were cited for living in a condemned apartment.
