Shops opening, expanding, closing and moving
Maplewood’s Great Harvest Baking will be closing, with the retirement of owners Steve and Alecia Jawor. They operated out of Maplewood (7360 Manchester Rd.) since 2013. The bakery moved here from Olivette. The Jawors baked bread for a total of 25 years. A co-owner of La Cosecha coffee, which...
St. Louis jail commissioner touts progress after one year at the helm of troubled...
It’s been a year since Nate Hayward was appointed commissioner of corrections at the St. Louis City Justice Center, and during that time he said strides have been made to improve jail culture, increase staffing and improve safety protocols at the facility. Hayward took over as commissioner on Sept....
St. Louis Rebuilt 3 Neighborhoods—But Their Comeback Didn’t Restore the Old Prices
St. Louis’s recovery is easier to understand at neighborhood scale. Cherokee Street, The Grove, and...
Metro East community cleans up 2 days after deadly house explosion
Drone 4 video shows the initial aftermath of the explosion on Saturday, with debris scattered across roads and on top of nearby houses.
Rock Hill neighbors sue cannabis factory over alleged ‘skunky’ odor
Residents of Rock Hill are suing a marijuana company, arguing that a “skunky” smell emanating from the business’ industrial processing facility near their homes reduces property values and constitutes a public nuisance. The suit, filed against the company that operates as Proper Brands, seeks class action status...
This Iconic Missouri Candy Shop Serves Homemade Ice Cream In An Old-School Setting
Some candy shops are worth visiting for the sweets alone. This Missouri favorite adds homemade ice cream, nostalgic treats, and plenty of old-school charm to the experience. The shop has welcomed generations of customers, and its classic atmosphere remains part of the appeal. Ice cream comes in a variety of flavors, wi
Along a Forgotten Illinois Highway in Collinsville Sits a Diner Famous for Its Fried...
A platter of golden fried chicken can make an old highway detour feel like the smartest decision of the day. In Collinsville, Ravanelli’s Italian Steakhouse & Wine Bar pairs that comfort-food favorite with hearty pasta, steaks, and generous portions designed for serious appetites. The menu covers plenty of ground,...
‘I would put a bullet in your head’: St. Louis police reviewing video of...
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - St. Louis police are reviewing a video circulating online that appears to show an alderwoman making a threat to an alderman during a meeting on Monday. The video showed North City Alderwoman Sharon Tyus criticizing Alderman Rasheen Aldridge during a meeting at Homer...
Making a first call on three example crashes with Ott Law
SPONSORED – A crash can look obvious until one more fact comes into view. Attorney Joseph Ott of Ott Law Firm brings back the model cars and invites the host to work through three fictional Missouri crash scenarios. A chain reaction changes the order of impacts; an oncoming driver`s speed complicates a left-turn collis
Foundry developer proposes swap to keep Armory as entertainment venue
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - City Foundry STL developer Steve Smith is proposing an alternative to a plan that would convert the historic Armory building into corporate offices, suggesting the office space instead be moved across Interstate 64 to the Foundry. Armory has sat empty for two years.

















