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Police investigating 6 robberies over the weekend in St. Louis City

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A series of armed robberies over the weekend in the city of St. Louis have police searching for suspects Monday morning.The crimes occurred in different parts of the city under varying circumstances, but they were all situations involving the victim being held up with a suspect or suspects armed with either guns or a knife.Police are reporting a total of six armed robberies, also known as 'robbery first-degrees,' from the weekend. They went from about 7:45 a.m. on Saturday to early Sunday morning.Authorities told FOX 2 that five of the robberies involved suspects with handguns and one involved a suspect with a knife. It's understood that a couple of the victims were punched in the face, one repeatedly. Fortunately, it appears there were no serious injuries. On Monday morning, police reported that all the investigations are ongoing and there have been no arrests. Former Missouri teacher speaks out on OnlyFans account, made nearly $1 million One of the more frightening e...

National Weather Service kicking off 'Winter Weather Preparedness Week'

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS - You are waking up to temperatures in the 60s on Monday morning. However, snow and ice will likely hit the bi-state soon enough.Monday is the first day of winter 'Weather Preparedness Week.' Meteorologists at the National Weather Service are taking this time to encourage people to plan ahead for extreme cold and frozen weather.In a startling report from the Department of Health and Senior Services, 52 people lost their lives in Missouri last year due to prolonged exposure to the cold. The goal of Winter Weather Preparedness Week is to prevent those tragedies. Illinois AG blocks push for Metro East county to join Missouri The NWS and state emergency management agencies will provide tips throughout the week on how to protect yourself from hypothermia and frost bite, stay safe on the roads during frozen weather, put together emergency kits for your car and home, and safely use and maintain generators and space heaters. Emergency managers and the National Weather Service wi...

FOX 2's John Pertzborn bowties auctioned off

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A new record was set for a couple of John Pertzborns' bow ties Saturday night at the 10th annual Sacred Heart Catholic Grade School auction in Old Town Florissant.  The theme was Alice in Wonderland and auctioneer Steve Rupp did a wonderful job raising $2,000 for two Pertzborn bow ties.   The winning bidders were Mark Goldstein and Nathan Bennett.   Former Missouri teacher speaks out on OnlyFans account, made nearly $1 million One bow tie will be on display at Hendel's Restaurant, and the other may appear at Hanke's Tavern, two Florissant institutions. 

Illinois River Watch holding volunteer training to study road salt impact

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS - With winter just around the corner, the Illinois River Watch is looking for volunteers to help study road salt's impact on waterways.They'll train community members to monitor chloride levels in local rivers, ponds, streams, and wetlands. The river watch says identifying areas where salt use impacts water quality is essential for protecting habitats and keeping people and animals safe. They say monitoring trips would only take 15 minutes. Illinois AG blocks push for Metro East county to join Missouri The training will be held virtually Monday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you can't make it, there's another one next Tuesday, November 14; another one on November 29, and a final one on December 6.

Ameren Illinois worker receive Patriot Award today

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

COLLINSVILLE, Ill. - Ameren Illinois, is recognizing employees for the support they've given co-workers serving in the military.They'll receive the 'Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot' award. Ameren officials say the company has been hiring veterans since World War I. Former Missouri teacher speaks out on OnlyFans account, made nearly $1 million Operations Vice President George Justice says, "We recognize service men and women who are transitioning into civilian employment have the skills, work ethic, and leadership qualities that are essential to Ameren achieving its mission".

St. Charles hosting 'Hometown Hero' banner program today

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - Veterans Day is this Saturday, and the city of St. Charles is doing something special to recognize veterans. They're introducing their 'Hometown Hero' banner program.This is popular in many cities. The program lets families recognize their loved ones who have served or are currently serving in the military. Illinois AG blocks push for Metro East county to join Missouri Banners with names and photos will be displayed along 5th Street in St. Charles for the city's first 'Salutes Parade' on Veterans Day. The first banner will be hung Monday at 10:00 a.m. on the corner of 5th Street and 1st Capitol Drive.

South Broadway improvements informational taking place today

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS - There's an informational meeting Monday to talk about upcoming road improvements in the South Broadway Commercial District.In 2021, St. Louis City was awarded money to build an upgraded bike facility and improve roads and sidewalks along two miles of South Broadway. The project is also to improve traffic safety and accessibility for people walking. Former Missouri teacher speaks out on OnlyFans account, made nearly $1 million Construction is expected to start in the third or fourth quarter of 2024. Monday's meeting is from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Carondelet Library.

New investor of Russia’s largest children's goods retailer Detsky Mir speaks out on company strategy

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

In his first interview after the takeover from ex-owner Pavel Grachev, new investor Alexey Zuev who acquired a stake in Detsky Mir in May revealed the company`s business strategy and future plans in his first interview published in Russian media outlet Izvestia.Past and presentPrior to becoming a major stakeholder of Detsky Mir in 2023, Zuev owned another children's goods retailer named Korablik. But the company has faced financial problems. Zuev sees Detsky Mir business model as completely different to Korablik. “You can’t compare the scale of the businesses. We recently opened our 1,000th store. The Company got through the pandemic, learned lessons, and gained experience from operating during a crisis”.Zuev`s Detsky Mir story hasn’t just started from scratch – it had deep roots. Back in the 1990s, after the USSR collapsed, Zuev took the role as Chief Commercial Director at Detsky Mir and soon became a shareholder of the ex-Soviet retailer. “But at that time, I had my own vision fo...

Watch: LAPD in pursuit of 35-foot RV in Los Angeles

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

Police officers are currently in pursuit of a large recreational vehicle.The driver of the RV is reportedly being pursued for domestic violence, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.The pursuit began around 4:30 a.m. in West Los Angeles. When LAPD initially went to conduct a traffic stop, the RV kept going and a pursuit was initiated.The RV drove onto the southbound span of the 405 Freeway and was going towards Carson.Two people were originally in the RV, but a woman may have jumped out in the Long Beach, according to KTLA 5's Rich Prickett.This is a developing story. Stay with KTLA for updates.Nancy Fontan contributed to this report.

Driver caught on dashcam video striking bicyclist, fleeing scene in Orange County 

Published Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:19:14 GMT

A driver struck a bicyclist and left the scene of the collision early Monday morning, and the whole incident was caught on dashcam video. The collision occurred around 12:30 a.m. Monday morning at the intersection of South Euclid Street and West Katella Avenue in Anaheim. Dashcam footage shows that the impact of the crash threw the victim off their bike and into the roadway. Dashcam video caught the moment when a bicyclist was struck in Anaheim, CA on Nov. 6, 2023.Instead of stopping to render aid and identify themselves, the driver quickly accelerated and fled the area.  $10K in stolen retail merchandise recovered after 3 arrests made The bicyclist was taken to a nearby hospital in unknown condition. A vehicle description for the suspect has not yet been released.