Francis Howell School Board approves new policies on books, which some call a ‘book ban’
O’FALLON, Mo. – The Francis Howell Board of Education approved a series of measures that set limits on what kind of books can enter district libraries Thursday night. Specifically, the new policies limit books that normalize alcohol and drug use, along with excessive or unnecessary profanity and violence. Board members in favor of the changes […]
2 Alaska State Troopers charged with assault in case of mistaken identity
The two troopers pepper-sprayed, beat, stunned and used a police dog on the wrong man, authorities said.
Diplomacy takes center stage as Iran holds off retaliation against Israel
U.S. assessments are that Iran will not seek to disrupt ongoing cease-fire negotiations in Doha aimed at ending the Hamas-Israel war.
Florissant church begins cleanup following car crash
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – Church members were out on Thursday working to clean up their church. The cleanup comes after the Trinity Church of the Nazarene was hit by a truck, hard enough to bring down the church’s awning, Tuesday. “While this seems like an obstacle that could keep us from many things, we […]
Crews searching for missing woman at Rockford Beach
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. – Emergency departments are searching for an adult woman who has been missing since earlier Thursday. Officials say the woman went to Rockford Beach in House Springs earlier in the day with a friend, planning to swim. The woman walked away, and it is said that she has not been seen since. […]
You Paid For It: Parents want more after-school care
ARNOLD, Mo. – Meriah Smith’s 11-year-old daughter is about to start middle school in the FOX C-6 School District. But Smith says getting to and from school is a problem. She lives in a spot with no school bus to start the new school year. “They sent us an e-mail that they would provide after-school […]
8/15: The Daily Report with John Dickerson
Jericka Duncan reports on President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ first public appearance together since Mr. Biden dropped out of the 2024 race, the state of Afghanistan three years after the withdrawal of American troops, and what newly proposed drug price policies could mean for everyday Americans.
Missouri senate candidates face-off over debates
SEDALIA, Mo. – Missouri candidates for the U.S. Senate nearly came nose to nose at the state fair in Sedalia Thursday. In the more than 120 years of the fair, there has been occasional political clash, but no one seemed to remember anything like this. Incumbent Republican Sen. Josh Hawley and his Democrat challenger Lucas […]
Bass Pro implements more layoffs in Lebanon and Bolivar
LEBANON, Mo. — About 100 people are out of jobs at Bass Pro’s Boat Division plants in Lebanon and Bolivar. Large layoffs see 176 Bass Pro employees let go in April White River Marine Group said it reduced its aluminum boat manufacturing workforce by ten percent because of slowing consumer demand. Bass Pro Communications gave […]
Recall for candy sold at Walmart, Target upgraded to highest risk level
(NewsNation) — A variety of candy products sold in 17 states are now part of a Class I recall, indicating the highest risk level, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The Iowa-based Palmer Candy Company initially issued a voluntary recall for several white-coated confectionary items back in May due to possible salmonella contamination. On […]
