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Jana Elementary School shuts down after radioactive waste concerns

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

FLORISSANT, Mo. - Jana Elementary School is expected to close for good, several months after concerns resurfaced over radioactive contamination around the school. The Hazelwood School District sent a letter to parents Tuesday stating that "there is no expectation that Jana Elementary will reopen." Environmental investigation consultants pointed out radioactive contamination at the school last year. Jana Elementary opened in 1970 and sits in the flood plain of Coldwater Creek, which was contaminated with radioactive waste generated from the production of atomic weapons in the 1940s and 50s. Trending: Major St. Louis hotel sits empty for nearly a decade Renewed worries about contamination gained national attention in October, months after historic flash flooding slammed the St. Louis region. Jana Elementary closed down, and students have since moved to other buildings within the Hazelwood School District.The Hazelwood School District released the following statement, in part, to par...

Excessive rain expected near St. Louis tonight and into Saturday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Temperatures are expected to fall today as a cold front slips from north to south. Rain will be limited to spotty showers at worst during the day. Temperatures will drop into the 50s, and maybe even 40s, north of I-70.Rain showers will move across the region 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. After 8 p.m. the rain will become quite heavy at times, especially in a band along the cold front. This is expected to be roughly along and just southeast of I-44 in Missouri and into St. Louis with the heavy rain spreading into southern Illinois near and south of I-70 overnight. St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here Heavy rain is likely overnight, especially along and south of I-44 in Missouri and I-70 in Illinois. The rain will begin to let up after 4 a.m. Several inches of rain are likely by sunrise Friday, resulting in flooding of rural roads, poorly drained urban areas, low water crossings and some creeks and streams. Expect at least some road closures late tonight into tomorro...

Southern Illinois man found guilty of stabbing acquaintance in the heart

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

BENTON, Ill. - A jury returned a guilty verdict Thursday against a Southern Illinois man accused of fatally stabbing an acquaintance in the heart nearly two years ago.The Franklin County State's Attorney's Office said Heath Dunning, of Eldorado, was convicted of first-degree murder and being a felon in possession of a weapon, following a three-day trial.The murder took place on the evening of April 15, 2021. Prosecutors said Dunning and Dennis Martin were traveling on State Route 149 near New Lake Road. Top story: St. Louis car wash customers upset over monthly bills At the time, Dunning was driving Martin's van. The two men got into an argument about Dunning's route. Martin attempted to take the keys from the ignition, and Dunning responded by taking a knife and plunging it into his friend's chest. The knife slide between Martin's ribs and pierced his heart.Dunning parked the van in a nearby driveway and called 911. Paramedics arrived and declared Martin dead at the scene. Marti...

Viewer pics - National Puppy Day

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Thursday is National Puppy Day and there are a lot of people excited about sharing pics of their pets. We asked viewers to share their pics with us on Facebook and were overwhelmed with responses. This gallery has many pet pictures from FOX 2 viewers.

DPS cancels classes districtwide Friday, declaring “mental health day” in wake of East High shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

Denver Public Schools declared Friday a “mental health day” and canceled all classes districtwide in the wake of the shooting of two administrators at East High School.Superintendent Alex Marrero announced the move in an email to the DPS school leaders, writing, “No student or employee should have to carry the fear of potential violence when they walk into our buildings each day.”“To allow us all to take a moment to pause and process the challenging events this year, including the data breach, tomorrow, March 24, is a non-student contact mental health day for all students and DPS employees,” Marrero wrote.The district’s Board of Education also canceled its regular Thursday board meeting, replacing it with a special meeting to discuss security arrangements after the shooting. Board members spent most of Thursday morning meeting in a closed session.On Wednesday, Marrero said he will station two armed officers from the Denver Police Department ...

Father of 12-year-old killed by owner of stolen car calls for Colorado law prohibiting vigilantism

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

The Denver father of a 12-year-old boy who was killed when a man tracked down his stolen car and shot the boy inside the vehicle called for a new state law Thursday that would prohibit drivers from confronting car thieves without police involvement.“It’s the police’s job, let the police do it,” said Thomas Armstrong, father to slain 12-year-old Elias Armstrong. “No civilian should be able to track down their car and be able to approach the vehicle. I want it called Elias’ Law.”Elias Armstrong was fatally shot on Feb. 5 by a man who used a phone app to track his stolen Audi. The vehicle was stolen from northeast Denver, and the man, who has not been publicly identified, followed it to the Sun Valley neighborhood, where he pulled up to the vehicle and sprinted at it.An exchange of gunfire followed, police said, and Elias Armstrong, who was in the stolen car, was fatally wounded. Denver District Attorney Beth McCann declined to file criminal ch...

Greyhound Racing's growing popularity

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

Greyhound racing, much like horse racing, is a sport that can be enjoyed by many. It might not have quite the esteem of its equine counterpart, but greyhound racing is a great way of socialising with friends, family, and work colleagues, and is becoming ever more popular among young sports fans.The UK and Ireland have always had an affinity with the sport, but the thrill of a night at the track, and viewing races from across the globe, has spread its wings across the whole of Europe in recent years.Why Is Greyhound Racing So Popular?With a mixture of the love of sport and the love of dogs throughout the world, greyhound racing combines the two to provide a reason to get involved for more than one reason.Of course, another large part of the popularity is that betting on greyhound racing has joined football and horse racing as a major reason why younger fans now follow the sport. It is particularly popular amongst sports betting fans in the UK and Ireland.Greyhound racing also gives f...

McDonald's fans can get this popular menu item at Wendy's

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

It has been seven years since McDonald’s removed snack wraps from menus nationwide and while die-hard fans are still waiting for the fast food company to announce its return, they will soon be able to get a version of the snack wrap from Wendy’s.Starting March 28, the Grilled Chicken Ranch Wrap will be available at various Wendy’s locations. Wendy’s announces corporate revamp, possible job cuts "It's no secret that at Wendy's, we know Ranch," John Li, vice president of Culinary Innovation for The Wendy's Company,” said in a statement."There are many who've tried to master the grilled chicken wrap, but we're not snacking around with our offering. From our classic creamy Ranch sauce to the warm wrap folded perfectly for people on the move, our team built a wrap that's worthy of the entrée menu."The introduction of the new menu item is part of Wendy’s new spring-inspired menu lineup.The Blueberry Pomegranate Lemonade and the Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad will also debut on March 28.Spr...

Suspected bank robber arrested while running away from scene in Loma Linda

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

A man who had allegedly robbed a bank in Loma Linda was apprehended while running away Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.The incident occurred around 3:50 p.m. at a Citi Bank located at 25487 Barton Rd., according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.The man, later identified as Scott Malosh, entered the bank, claimed to have a gun and demanded money from employees.He ran from the location with money stolen from the bank, officials said.Deputies arrived on the scene and were able to apprehend Malosh as he ran.Malosh, who was described as being homeless, was booked on suspicion of robbery and remains in custody on $60,000 bail, officials said.

Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run on Aldama Street [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:32:26 GMT

Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Pedestrian in Highland ParkLOS ANGELES, CA (March 23, 2023) – Friday morning, a hit-and-run crash on Aldama Street claimed the life of a woman.The incident happened at around 8:30 p.m. at the 5600 block of Aldama Street in the Highland Park neighborhood.Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman in her 60s lying on the street in front of her home, suffering from serious injuries. She succumbed to her wounds shortly after.Subsequently, police closed the street in the residential neighborhood as crews set up a canopy was set up where the victim was killed. Her identity remains undisclosed to the public.According to the investigators, a speeding black Chevy Tahoe hit the victim and fled the scene without rendering aid to her.At this time, the LAPD looking for witnesses and possible surveillance footage that captured the incident.Those with further information about the Aladam Street hit-and-run can contact the Los Angeles Police Department at 877-275-5273....