POTOSI, Mo. - An increase in the number of flu cases has caused the Potosi School District to close for the remainder of the week. The announcement was made Wednesday evening after the sickness had spread to students and staff. Students will be utilizing an alternative method of instruction (AMI). Classes will resume in person [...]

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Mo. – A police chief in Franklin County is finding a Valentine’s Day message getting traction on social media. Chief Christopher Neace keeps his eyes on the New Haven community—but he’s also keeping them intrigued with posts from the police department. “I tried to make my post a serious message but a funny [...]

ILLINOIS - If you’re thinking of surprising that special someone with chocolates, flowers or gift cards for this Valentine’s Day, you might need to rethink your options. According to a report by the Illinois Lottery, which surveyed 18 to 65 year olds, Illinoisans view lottery scratch-off tickets as an exciting gift instead of the traditional [...]

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Mo. – A police chief in Franklin County has found a fun way to build rapport with his community with an amusing Valentine’s Day message. Christopher Neace, the Chief of Police in New Haven, closely monitors the community he serves. He's also keeping some in stitches with his tongue-in-cheek posts from the police [...]

BELLEVILLE, Ill. - Community members can make a shelter pet their sweetheart for Valentine's Day on Friday. Personalized valentines to the animals at the Belleville Area Humane Society can be sent for $5 for a cat and $10 for a dog. Additionally, for every $100, every cat in the shelter will receive a valentine, and [...]

ST. LOUIS - While the St. Louis region is still in the thick of winter, Ted Drewes has officially reopened for its 96th season of frozen custard. "This is our time of the year. This is when we open up, and we're really excited," owner Travis Dillon said. Improvements to the iconic establishment have been in [...]

ST. CHARLES, Mo. - Nearly two decades after a murder that shook the St. Charles community, ABC Network's "20/20" revisits the case of Bob Eidman, a chilling mystery filled with shocking twists, a secret double life, and a DNA breakthrough that cracked the case years later. Bob Eidman's story was the focus of a "20/20" [...]

ST. LOUIS -- A new Hallmark movie will feature Valentine's Day candy created by a St. Louis chocolate company. "Sweeter Than Chocolate" features the story of a chocolatier who creates a chocolate and raspberry truffle rumored to have a secret recipe to finding true love on Valentine's Day. The rumor catches the attention of a [...]

ST. LOUIS -- Our “Fish Fry Finder” is an easy way to find a new place for dinner during Lent. Our directory lists fish fries around the St. Louis region. Viewers check the map regularly to find a new dining location. Your church, group, or organization is welcome to sign up for our directory. Fill [...]

MISSOURI -- Forbes Travel Guide released its 2025 Star Award Winners, and only one Missouri hotel made the list. According to the award list, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis in downtown Clayton was noted as the only four-star hotel with its "big city sophistication with Midwestern warmth." It's the 22nd year in a row the hotel [...]