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Final day of Missouri legislative session; sports betting on table

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Both the Missouri House and Senate are in recess until later this morning. Then lawmakers will return for the final day of the session until six o'clock tonight, when the session is over. One major issue still on the table is sports betting. Nearly all of Missouri's neighboring states allow sports betting, but it is not yet legal in the show-me state. That means many Missourians cross state lines to place bets using devices like apps on their phones.Sports betting legislation has already passed the Missouri House, but it has been blocked in the Senate. Republican state senator Bill Eigel from Weldon Springs is among those opposing the bill. To pass the time, he has been reading books on the Senate floor, saying there is no path forward for the legislation.Missouri lawmakers did give final approval to a bill that would create a comprehensive ban on texting while driving. Right now, Missouri drivers under the age of 21 are not allowed to text while behind the wheel. The n...

Kansas City becomes safe haven for trans healthcare

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- According to the Kansas City, City Council, the city will become a safe haven for transgender people. Yesterday, the city council voted 11 to 1 to approve an ordinance that says they won't prosecute any person or organization that provides, seeks, or receives gender-affirming care.The resolution was signed by Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas. Heather Hall, a council member, was the only one to vote against the ordinance. She says the council shouldn't be involved in medical decisions. Supporters say it's needed after the legislature approved a bill to ban transgender healthcare for minors. That bill is headed to Governor Parsons' desk.

Arrest made in Cherokee St. shooting: suspect charged with assault

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis police arrested Darion Benton for the shooting on Cherokee Street during the celebration. He's charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action.A woman arrested earlier in the week was released after the "circuit attorney's office" refused charges, citing "lack of evidence" and the victim's refusal to cooperate.

St. Louis homicides: 56 in 4 months, teenagers among victims

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- There have been 56 homicides in St. Louis City in about four months. That's one shooting death every two and a half days this year. That's the lowest number the city has seen in the last five years, but officials say the loss of life is still unacceptable.Twenty percent of the victims and suspects are teenagers. The Saint Margaret of Scotland Gun Sense Committee hosted a call to action to prevent gun violence. They say that people must work with legislators, attend gun violence advocacy events, and, most importantly, remember the victims they lost.

FBI and Ferguson PD Seek bank robbery suspect

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The FBI and Ferguson Police Department are searching for this man wanted for robbing a bank. It happened on North Florissant Road around 9:15 a.m.Cameras show him in a brown long-sleeved shirt, black pants, a hat, glasses, and a black backpack. He left in a gray SUV that had a second driver. The police have not said how much money was stolen or if anyone was injured in the robbery. If you have any information, contact the Ferguson Police Department at 314.522.3100. 

Experience life in U.S. Navy at Scott Air Show

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- You can get a first-hand look at what it's like to be part of the U.S. Navy this weekend. And you can do it without breaking a sweat. The Navy has a boot camp during the Scott Air Force Air Show. Participants can train alongside or compete against a digital navy officer. A 360-degree photo booth allows you to experience life on a real navy ship. And if you need a photo op, there's a 20-foot-long panoramic backdrop of a Navy aircraft carrier. The Scott Air Force Base Show takes off tomorrow and Sunday at 9 a.m.

Opera Theatre of St. Louis celebrates freedom writers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The Opera Theatre of St. Louis is performing a story showing what's possible when people of different backgrounds work together. "The Road to Freedom" celebrates the 61st anniversary of the Freedom Writers. They were seven black and six white Americans who journeyed into the South in May 1961 to protest segregation on public transportation. Their actions inspired others to join the movement, which led to interstate bus desegregation. The performance is at 7:30 tonight and will be held at Third Baptist Church. Tickets are free.

Former Melvin Brewing in Eureka holds naming competition

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The owners of Melvin Brewing in Eureka are giving up the business. But they want fans to show a little love to the new owners with a naming competition. All you have to do is follow Melvin Brewing Eureka's Facebook page and go to their contest post to submit your entry. You can enter as many names as you want, but make sure they're unique, or you'll be disqualified. Not only will the winner get bragging rights, but they'll also get a 600-dollar gift card to the brewery. That's enough for a year's worth of beer for someone who drinks responsibly. The contest ends on June 30.

Strong storms possible with hail and wind gusts

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The on-and-off again rain chances continue now through the weekend. It won’t be raining or storming all the time, but outdoor plans could be impacted each day.Overnight scattered showers may give way to a little break in the rain this morning. We’ll watch for additional scattered showers by lunchtime and some thunderstorms by late afternoon Friday. There is a chance the storms could be strong to severe, with threats of hail and strong wind gusts. Highs today are in the low to mid 80s.A very warm day Saturday, with afternoon storms likely to develop. Highs in the mid- to upper 80s. Mother’s Day Sunday brings a cold front, some wind, and one more chance for storms. That front should be south of us by Monday, giving us a drier and cooler day.

Ask Amy: Rekindled romance has everything except passion

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:59:29 GMT

Dear Amy: I am a 65-year-old woman. I rekindled a relationship with a man I have known for over 50 years. He and I dated briefly (for six months) six years ago, and I was totally into him.We stopped seeing each other because he was financially irresponsible. I could not see myself paying for everything with no help from him.Fast-forward to 2022. He reached out to me. He’s still single, I am single, so we decided to try this again, this time with my eyes open and asking questions.I moved to my family home, made renovations, and my financial situation is good because I don’t have a mortgage.He lives in an apartment, but is planning to move closer to me.We are heading into seven months of this reconnect, and I am very happy and content with him, but I am not sexually attracted to him.We hold hands and kiss, but there is no sexual passion.We sleep in the same bed. I feel like he is a very good friend and I want him to be with me forever, but I feel guilty because of the lack of se...