In a surprising turn of events, Dougqualynn Patterson, a 23-year-old man from Wichita, has requested to withdraw his guilty plea in the second-degree murder of 16-year-old Elrecus Nolan Jr. The incident, which occurred on July 3, 2023, has left the community shocked as Patterson, who had already pleaded guilty, now seeks to retract his plea. … Read more
After a cold front passed through St. Louis, bringing storms on Thursday, the weather is expected to improve significantly by Friday afternoon and warm up for the weekend. The sunshine and milder temperatures will provide a welcome change for many, with temperatures rising throughout the weekend. Here’s a detailed look at what to expect from … Read more
On Thursday night, a shooting in south Wichita left one person seriously injured. The incident took place near the 2800 block of S. Hydraulic St., and local police are currently investigating what appears to be a targeted attack. Authorities confirmed that an 18-year-old employee of a local Metro by T-Mobile store was shot in the … Read more
A helicopter crash in the Hudson River near New York City on Thursday afternoon has tragically claimed the lives of six individuals. The crash involved a Bell 206 helicopter, operated by New York Helicopters, and occurred in the vicinity of the West Side Highway and Spring Street, causing widespread emergency responses and traffic disruptions. The … Read more
In a strange and surprising turn of events, a deer crashed through the window of The Gin Room, a family-owned bar in south St. Louis, early Thursday morning. The incident occurred while the bar was closed, but a chef who was inside at the time witnessed the chaos and managed to capture footage of the … Read more
In a tragic turn of events, two people were found dead inside a burned-out home near Hannibal, Missouri, following a devastating fire on Tuesday night. Emergency crews responded to the blaze, which consumed a residence located on County Road 409, about two miles northwest of the city. Authorities are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the … Read more
As spring unfolds across the Tri-States, it’s common to experience chilly mornings. However, historical weather patterns indicate that frosty mornings, with temperatures dipping below freezing, become increasingly rare as April progresses. This article explores the last expected frosty days in cities like Kirkville, Mo. and Ottumwa, Iowa, providing insight into typical temperature trends and the … Read more
In a disturbing incident at a Lawrence daycare, staff members mistakenly left a child in a locked van during a field trip last Friday. The child was left unattended for an extended period of time while the rest of the class attended the field trip. As a result, Hilltop Child Development Center, a private, nonprofit … Read more
On the evening of April 8, 2025, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in the 600 block of North Rock Road in east Derby, near a McDonald’s restaurant. The incident occurred around 10 p.m., and the pedestrian was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Details regarding the driver’s identity and the circumstances … Read more
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has issued a Silver Alert for 81-year-old Robert Eric Ricklefs, who went missing on the evening of April 7, 2025. Ricklefs, who suffers from Alzheimer’s Disease, was last seen leaving his new home near 701 South Skinker Boulevard. He is now considered at risk due to his condition and … Read more