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St. Charles County residents concerned about tall tree subdivision proposal

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - St. Charles County residents are upset about a new subdivision proposal, and they let their lawmakers know their concerns at a meeting Monday.The new proposal is for 452 homes on 298 acres of land. The proposed area for the development is along Highway DD between Schwede Road and Wild Turkey.A big concern neighbors have been the increase in traffic along the busy highway, the increase in students in schools, and the overall increase in people. When will it be illegal to text and drive in Missouri? “Quarter-acre home sites at minimum. That is the happy medium. None of our group has their heads in the sand that this isn’t going to develop," said Shawn Mann. "It will be developed. The question is, does the county follow the 2030 master plan as set out."The developer's attorney, Brad Goss, spoke before the council, saying the master plan is guidelines for the council and not something they must follow. He said the new changes meet the guidelines for the devel...

Accused killer’s case thrown out over one question at trial

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Darin Schmidt was convicted after three people testified that Schmidt confessed to them that he killed David Bewig Jr. But a follow-up question from the prosecutor at trial about that confession led an appeals court to throw out the case.That question drew no objection at trial: “Did you believe he was telling you the truth?”David Bewig fears a killer could soon walk free. His son, a music producer, was shot and killed in 2016 while sitting in his car on near Etzel and Belt in north St. Louis. David Bewig Jr. was 31.“He held his nephew one time, and he was gone!” Bewig said. Parson signs laws for new moms’ health care, ban on texting while driving Schmidt, now 37, was convicted in 2019 under former St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner. An appeals court affirmed that the, “…defendant’s extrajudicial statements that he shot and killed the victim were admissible because they were corroborated by independent proof…”But the appeals court opted to toss the conviction, addi...

Teen girl stabbed in north St. Louis County, police investigating

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Police are investigating a stabbing incident in north St. Louis County Monday night.According to Adrian Washington of the St. Louis County Police Department, the call came in at 9 p.m.Upon arriving at the 1000 block of Spring Garden Drive, officers found a teen girl suffering from a puncture wound. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Her injury was not life-threatening.This is a developing story. FOX 2 will give updates as more information becomes available.

Amazon Prime Day preview, scam warning

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Amazon Prime Day runs July 11-12 and the e-commerce giant promises more deals than ever before.“What makes this Prime Day different than those in the past is we have more items with great deals than ever,” Andy DiOrio, an Amazon spokesperson, said.Diorio says the company is proud to feature products from locally-owned small businesses among its Prime Day offerings.“A small business right here in St. Louis, Lorenzen Candle Co., which has really expanded in reed diffusers, has 60% off their products as well,” he said.Amazon is offering a 30-day free trial for new Prime members with $10 off Prime Day shopping. Parson signs laws for new moms’ health care, ban on texting while driving “A lot of people are now using Prime Day to stock up on everyday essentials,” said Jacob Palmer with BestReviews.com, which is owned by KTVI/KPLR’s parent company, Nexstar.Diapers, batteries, and trash bags were among the top sellers last year. This year, Amazon will have deep discounts on inv...

Vladimir Guerrero joins Vladimir Sr. as first father-son Home Run Derby winner

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

SEATTLE — Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr. joined Vladimir Sr. to become the first father-son duo to win the All-Star Home Run Derby, beating Tampa Bay’s Randy Arozarena 25-23 in the final round on Monday night.Guerrero defeated Julio Rodríguez 21-20 in the semifinals after the Mariners star hit a record 41 in the first round in front of his hometown fans.Batting against Blue Jays manager John Schneider, Guerrero was the last semifinalist to swing and the first finalist, setting a final round record for homers to top the mark Pete Alonso set when he beat Guerrero 23-22 in 2019.Vladimir Guerrero Sr. won the 2007 derby in San Francisco while with the Los Angeles Angels, beating the Blue Jays’ Alex Rios 3-2 in the final.With Guerrero Jr. catching his breath while watching, Arozarena hit against Tampa Bay field coordinator Tomas Francisco. Arozarena started his final 30-second segment with 21 homers and had 23 with 7 seconds left before lining and popping up on his fina...

Dozens of pups prepare for Wiener Nationals dog race in O.C.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

Hot dogs on the run! This weekend dozens of dachshunds will be competing to be the fastest wiener dog in the west. Hundreds of pups are getting ready for the 24th annual Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals Los Alamitos race course in Cypress on July 20. Since 1996, the Wiener Nationals have raised nearly $300,000 for the Seal Beach Animal Care Center. “I’ve been coming to this race long before I ever even had a wiener dog and I dreamed of the day I would be able to come and run with my own, but I never thought I would actually have one,” said Kiley Majeski, wiener dog owner. “So, I love to support the Seal Beach Animal Hospital fundraiser. It's why I came almost every year.”In addition to supporting the Seal Beach Animal Hospital, the winning dog will also take home $1,000. The prelims start at 6:30 p.m. and the championship race will take place at 9:15 p.m.

Fairfield police search for shooting suspect

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

(KRON) -- The Fairfield Police Department is searching for a suspect in a shooting that happened Monday afternoon. Police responded to the 2900 block of Shoreline Circle for the shooting at about 5:11 p.m. The caller indicated a family member fired the shot. Dog kills beloved cat in San Jose, owner demands accountability Police learned that the suspect was outside the home, shooting toward it. After police arrived, officers launched an aerial drone to search for the suspect. Officers used an armored vehicle to get the family out of the neighborhood safely, FPD said. Surveillance cameras showed the suspect breaking the window of a home using a stick and a brick, but the suspect ran away before police could arrive. KRON ON is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; h...

2023 Home Run Derby Results

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

At T-Mobile Park, SeattleMondayFirst Round TotLongETLuis Robert Jr. (1), Chicago White Sox28470:60def.Adley Rutchman (8), Baltimore27445:30Julio Rodriguez (7), Seattle41452:60def.Pete Alonzo (2), NY Mets21457:60Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (3), Toronto26456:60def.Mookie Betts (6), L.A. Dodgers11427:30Randy Arozarena (5), Tamps Bay24442:30def.Adolis Garcia (4), Texas17438:30SemifinalsRandy Arozarena (5), Tamps Bay35447:60def.Luis Robert Jr. (1), Chicago White Sox 22484:60Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (3), Toronto21453:60def.Julio Rodriguez (7), Seattle20426:30FinalsVladimir Guerrero Jr. (3), Toronto25445:60def.Randy Arozarena (5), Tamps Bay23438:30Source

Home Run Derby Winners

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

2023 — Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Toronto (T-Mobile Park)2022 — Juan Soto, Washington (Dodgers Stadium)2021 — Pete Alonso, N.Y. Mets (Coors Field)2019 — Pete Alonso, N.Y. Mets (Progressive Park)2018 — Bryce Harper, Washington (Nationals Park)2017 — Aaron Judge, N.Y. Yankees (Marlins Park)2016 — Giancarlo Stanton, Miami (Petco Park)2015 — Todd Frazier, Cincinnati (Great American Ball Park)2014 — Yoenis Cespedes, Oakland (Target Field)2013 — Yoenis Cespedes, Oakland (Citi Field)2012 — Prince Fielder, Detroit Tigers (Kauffman Stadium)2011 — Robinson Cano, N.Y. Yankees (Chase Field)2010 — David Ortiz, Boston Red Sox (Angel Stadium)2009 — Prince Fielder, Milwaukee Brewers (Busch Stadium)2008 — Justin Morneau, Minnesota Twins (Yankee Stadium)2007 — Vladimir Guerrero, Los Angeles Angels (AT&T Park)2006 — Ryan Howard, Philadelphia Phillies (PNC Park)2005 — Bobby Abreu, Philadelphia Phillies (Comerica Park)2004 — Miguel Tejada, Baltimore Orioles (Minute Maid Park)2003 — Garret Anderson, Anah...

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wins All-Star Home Run Derby, matching father’s feat from 2007 by beating Randy Arozarena in final

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:58:05 GMT

SEATTLE (AP) — Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wins All-Star Home Run Derby, matching father’s feat from 2007 by beating Randy Arozarena in final.Source