ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — A tragic domestic incident in St. Louis County has led to serious charges against a local man. Martino Lewis, 21, is facing second-degree murder, armed criminal action, and third-degree domestic assault charges after the fatal shooting of his romantic partner, Kelsey Elem, 25. The shooting occurred on April 24, 2025, in the 5800 block of Grace Avenue. The St. … Read more
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, a fatal accident occurred on northbound Interstate 270 near the Interstate 64 interchange in Creve Coeur, Missouri. The crash involved a 2000 Ford Explorer and a 1997 Honda CRV, resulting in the death of a 69-year-old man from St. Charles and serious injuries to two other individuals. Detailed Account of the Crash At approximately 1:45 p.m., the Ford Explorer, driven by the … Read more
In April 2025, St. Louis has faced a series of alarming sinkholes, revealing the fragility of its century-old sewer infrastructure. These incidents have not only disrupted daily life but also raised serious concerns about public safety and the city’s aging underground systems. Recent Sinkhole Incidents Two significant sinkholes have recently emerged in St. Louis: These events … Read more
Severe rainfall across Johnson County, Missouri, has led to widespread flooding and multiple road closures, particularly in the Warrensburg area. As of Sunday evening, several critical routes were underwater, with local authorities urging residents to avoid travel and stay alert for weather updates. A flood watch remains in effect through 7 a.m. Monday, with more … Read more
In an astonishing twist of fate, a Missouri man turned a missed errand into a $777,777 lottery jackpot—all thanks to a spontaneous stop for gas at a Circle K store in Chesterfield, St. Louis County. The lucky ticket was part of the Missouri Lottery’s “777” scratcher game, which has already paid out over $8.7 million in top prizes since launching in February … Read more
On Thursday evening, a multiple-vehicle accident occurred at the intersection of North Vandeventer Avenue and Enright Avenue in St. Louis, resulting in injuries to eight individuals. The St. Louis Fire Department reported the incident shortly before 9:30 p.m. One of the vehicles involved rolled over and crashed into a building, adding to the severity of the situation. Injury Report All eight individuals involved in the crash … Read more
In response to the severe storms and widespread flooding that struck Missouri beginning March 30, Governor Mike Kehoe has announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will conduct joint Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDAs) in 25 counties across the state. The goal is to evaluate the extensive impact on public infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and water crossings, in hopes of securing federal Public Assistance. Unprecedented Damage Triggers … Read more
MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. – A massive $8 million reconstruction project is set to begin on the Creve Coeur Park Soccer Complex in St. Louis County after it was ravaged by a powerful EF2 tornado last month. The storm left the popular youth sports destination in ruins, halting all games and severely disrupting training schedules for local players. The complex, located in Maryland Heights, … Read more
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – The Parkway School District, one of the largest in the St. Louis area, has approved a significant change in its classroom policy: a district-wide ban on student cell phone use during school hours. This decision, finalized during a regular school board meeting on Wednesday night, is set to take effect at the … Read more
A St. Louis man who orchestrated a series of staged car accidents over a 17-month period has pleaded guilty to insurance fraud, leaving insurers with a combined loss of over $107,000. The Scheme: How the Fraud Was Executed From September 2021 to January 2023, Adrian Peebles, now 32 years old, carried out a sophisticated fraud operation involving staged vehicle collisions. According to legal filings, … Read more