Ransomware attack hits blood donation center that services 350 hospitals
A blood donation center that services hospitals across the southeastern U.S., is investigating a ransomware attack targeting its computer system.
Speed humps coming to Ferguson streets this fall
FERGUSON, Mo. – The Ferguson City Council has approved the installation of 109 speed humps city-wide, with construction scheduled to begin this fall. A total of forty-five streets across the city will now have speed humps. Ames PlGeorgia AveOlympia Dr (Ford to Florissant)Barat AveGerald PlPayne (N. of Woodstock)Blanding AveHartnett AvePowell AveBrotherton LnHentschel PlRobertCarson DrHighmont (Forestwood […]
First human case of West Nile virus reported in St. Louis County
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – Officials at the St. Louis County Department of Public Health have confirmed the county’s first human case of West Nile virus in 2024. The health department said the patient is a 65-year-old man who tested positive earlier this month. This case is unrelated to the initial detection of West Nile […]
Federal Reserve to make decision on interest rates
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell will announce the agency’s decision on interest rates Wednesday with cuts not yet expected. Jeanna Smialek, Federal Reserve and U.S. economy reporter for the New York Times, joined CBS News to discuss the Fed.
At least 16 killed in Venezuela election protests
At least 16 people have reportedly been killed in the violent political protests gripping Venezuela following the country’s disputed presidential election. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has more.
Gymnast-turned-shooter wins Guatemala’s first Olympic gold
Adriana Ruano won gold in the women’s trap with an Olympic-record score of 45 out of 50.
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Iran and Hamas vow response to killing of Hamas leader; Minnesota wildlife rehab center sees record number of baby animals.
Chestnut Health Systems adds Narcan vending machines to fight overdoses
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Three towns in the St. Louis Metro area will soon have vending machines that provide free access to Narcan (Naloxone) for those who need it. According to a press release from Chestnut Health Systems, there were 96 overdoses in Madison and St. Clair counties, with more than 70 percent involving opioids, primarily […]
Missouri woman admits kidnapping and killing a pregnant Arkansas woman
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri woman will spend the rest of her life in prison after admitting in court that she kidnapped and killed a pregnant Arkansas woman in what prosecutors say was an attempt to claim her baby. Amber Waterman, 44, of Pineville, Missouri, pleaded guilty Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Springfield […]
How to watch the Australia vs. U.S. Olympic women’s soccer game
USA women’s soccer (USNWT) faces Australia today. Find out how and when to watch the USA vs. Australia game.
