ST. LOUIS - There are new gates at the Forest Park-DeBaliviere Metrolink Station, which is part of its Secure Platform Plan. “We have initiated two platforms this morning,” said Kevin Scott, general manager of Security Bi-State Development. “That’s the Central West End and Forest Park-DeBailiere.”   The platforms get upgraded fencing and a complete closed-circuit television. [...]

MISSOURI -- Lawmakers in Missouri are considering legalizing psychedelic drugs for struggling veterans, according to a new house bill. HB 829, sponsored by Republican Representative Richard West in the St. Charles and Warren counties, would legalize psilocybin for veterans suffering from substance abuse, major depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and end-of-life care. Was officer’s response to [...]

Canva Movies and TV shows casting in Missouri The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting [...]

ST. LOUIS - The Saint Louis Zoo has closed two exhibits "until further notice" as a precaution after a wild wood duck found dead on zoo grounds last week tested positive for avian influenza. The zoo says no birds or other animals under its care have shown clinical signs or been diagnosed with the virus, [...]

ST. LOUIS - A man was awarded $1.5 million nearly three years after a tree branch struck him while waiting at a St. Louis bus stop. Jurors awarded Phillip Lacy, 50, with a seven-figure sum on Thursday after a three-day jury trial, according to online Missouri court records. Court documents obtained by FOX 2 state [...]

ST. LOUIS - Thousands from across the globe are heading to America's Center in St. Louis this weekend for one of the biggest events held in the convention center--the Transworld Halloween and Attractions Show. The convention is for businesses and other professionals to scope out the newest technology and products to incorporate into their haunted [...]

ST. LOUIS – Cary Williams is a local marine veteran kickstarting his own tequila business, Aquila Tequila. Aquila Tequila will be a featured drink at The Rhythm and Brews benefit in St. Charles, Missouri, supporting kids of fallen veterans. Williams shares the unique story behind how his business got started and where to find his [...]

ST. LOUIS - It's one of the biggest times of the year in St. Louis, as the 46th Mardi Gras weekend kicks off Friday night with the Mayor's Ball, then the Bud Light Grand Parade and a lot of reveling on Saturday. The 23rd Annual Mayor's Ball is set to take place for the first [...]

ST. LOUIS — FOX 2 is partnering with the American Red Cross for a three-day blood drive to promote the need for blood and the new medical drama series, “DOC.” Right now, someone needs blood every two seconds in the U.S., and with recent winter weather thousands of blood and platelet donations went uncollected since [...]

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. - Investigators say a teenager's shooting death in Cahokia Heights was connected with three individual shootouts over one hour. The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis released investigation findings Friday into the death of 15-year-old Charles E. Jones. Prosecutors have charged Deontrez Mosely, 18; Xavier Lacy, 19; and Dontae Jackson, 21, [...]