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Officers injured in crash on Goodfellow Blvd. involving stolen car in Florissant

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A brief police chase ends with a stolen car crashing head-on into a St. Louis City police unit, sending two officers to the hospital.  Authorities told FOX 2 that, fortunately, those two officers have already been treated and released from the hospital, and they are expected to be okay. There were four people inside the stolen car. The police revealed that they are all in custody Wednesday morning.The stolen car winding up flipped over. The police unit has significant front-end damage. This was just after 9:30 p.m. Officers shared that a gray Chrysler was stolen out of Florissant.Investigators said that city officers tried to stop the car earlier Tuesday night, but the car took off. Later in the night, authorities shared that a police helicopter spotted the car and notified officers on the ground. That's when police used spike strips to try and stop the vehicle. AG Bailey responds to new report on Kim Gardner, says her term had ‘radical consequences’ We're told th...

Voting over, union vice president shares unofficial results

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

WENTZVILLE, Mo. - The unofficial results are in for the Local 2250 vote in Wentzville. The vice president of the union told FOX 2 that it did not pass.General Motors Vote on UAW ContractProductionFor: 45.68%1,274Against: 54.32%1,515Total: 2,789General Motors Vote on UAW ContractSkilled TradesFor: 54.65%147Against: 45.35%122Total: 269 AG Bailey responds to new report on Kim Gardner, says her term had ‘radical consequences’ The Local 2250 has 3,700 members. Former UAW president Glenn Coggie told FOX 2 that out there Tuesday morning, he expected about 2,000 of those members to actually come out to the union hall and vote. The GM plant in Wentzville is one of the three original plants where the UAW strike started.The UAW achieved record contracts with the big three automakers after six weeks of targeted labor strikes. However, not all union members have been happy with the new deal. It was on track to pass but received notable rejections by General Motors' plants in Flint, Michigan an...

St. Louis native’s story to hit big screen, local filming continues

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A film centered around resilience, human potential, and hope is being filmed right now in St. Louis, and Tuesday was the biggest day of filming yet. FOX 2 had the chance to speak one-on-one with the St. Louis native who inspired the upcoming movie about his life, 'On Fire.'More than 100 people swarmed a Town and Country front yard Tuesday for the big shoot. It was a Hollywood scene right in the heart of St. Louis County. Everyone was there to tell the story that ignited John O’Leary’s remarkable journey. However, O’Leary said his story should serve as a reminder that we have the power to write our own narratives.“This movie reminds us that the heartbreak doesn’t have to define us,” O’Leary explained.O’Leary invited us out to the set Tuesday at his childhood home in Town and Country, where he was badly burned and nearly lost his life at 9 years of age. He still lives with the scars from that fire to this day.  Tuesday’s filming focused on a reenactme...

Dual-branded hotel construction downtown moving forward

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Plans for a dual-branded hotel in downtown St. Louis are moving forward.According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the 'Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority' approved ten years of tax abatement for 'Midas Hospitality's Project.' The 304-room building will include Kimpton hotels and restaurants and Staybridge suites. AG Bailey responds to new report on Kim Gardner, says her term had ‘radical consequences’ It'll be built at Market Street and Jefferson Avenue, near the CITYPARK soccer stadium and Union Station. It'll cost $126 million.There is no word on when the dual hotel is expected to be completed.

Tech leader 'Watlow' opening new research center in Maryland Heights today

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. - Global industrial tech leader 'Watlow' is opening a new tech research center inside its headquarters in Maryland Heights on Wednesday.The facility will develop new materials and solutions to enhance the company's management systems for their semiconductor, medical, and green energy devices. Man shot in St. Louis near intersection of Enterprise Center It cost $6 million and is expected to add 15 jobs immediately, with more in the next few years.

St. Louis aldermen considering senior tax freeze today

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis aldermen will consider a plan to give seniors a break on their property taxes.The legislation would freeze property taxes for seniors who are eligible for social security. The mayor's office expects the budget committee to approve the bill and send it to the full Board of Aldermen. AG Bailey responds to new report on Kim Gardner, says her term had ‘radical consequences’ St. Louis County and St. Charles County have already approved the tax freeze. Wednesday's committee meeting will also include discussion about a bill that would amend public employee's pay, benefits, and terms of employment.

Anheuser-Busch janitors seeking to unionize

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

ST. LOUIS - 8th Ward Adlerwoman Cara Spencer is expected to announce a board resolution on behalf of Aramark janitors fighting for unionization at the Anheuser-Busch brewery.Janitors claimed that they're overworked, understaffed, and underappreciated. Aramark says they'd prefer to remain non-union in St. Louis, but shared that they're possibly open to subcontracting janitorial services at A-B to a union employer in order to avoid a dispute. Man shot in St. Louis near intersection of Enterprise Center Aramark does employ union workers in Kansas City and Chicago.

Major changes coming to historic east entrance at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is planning to spend $17 million to make some major changes to the look and feel of its east-facing entrance for the first time in decades.The east plaza revitalization project, which is slated to begin in 2025, will transform the historic entrance of the museum where Infinity Theater (formerly IMAX) patrons enter in the evening. It will also redesign the plaza outside the entrance, museum officials said, opening it up to both the public and museum-goers eating at the cafe and restaurant just inside the doors.Perhaps most visibly, a historic staircase will also be reintroduced with the removal of an existing canopy, officials said.“People use it now, it’s just under the canopy and covered in carpet,” said Ed Scholz, executive vice president of operations and finance at DMNS. “It’s still going to be the entrance to the (IMAX) theater, but it can also be used by people for just sitting and hanging out — and ...

Broncos Super Bowl LVIII odds entering NFL Week 11: What chances sportsbooks are giving Denver

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

After an atrocious 1-5 start to the Sean Payton era in Denver, the Broncos have battled back to win three in a row to find themselves back in the chase for a playoff spot.What about Super Bowl talk? The saying goes “any given Sunday,” but sportsbooks aren’t fully bullish on Denver’s odds to bring home the Lombardi Trophy this year.DraftKings Sportsbook has the most optimistic odds at +12,000 — meaning a $100 bet would win $12,000 — for the Broncos to win Super Bowl LVIII. Denver has the 18th-best odds among the 30 NFL teams.Related ArticlesDenver Broncos | Upon Further Review: Broncos QB Russell Wilson’s ability to improvise was difference-maker in win over Bills Denver Broncos | Broncos LB Alex Singleton on Denver defense’s turnover binge: “You have to be willing to sacrifice your body” Denver Broncos | Broncos stock report: Ja’Quan McMillian’s rise continues in Monday night win a...

Rockies Mailbag: My all-time Rox team and would Dick Monfort ever sell team?

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:35 GMT

Denver Post sports writer Patrick Saunders with the latest installment of his Rockies Mailbag.Pose a Rockies — or MLB — related question for the Rockies Mailbag.Who’s on your All-Rockies team — one player per position — using the criteria of your choice?— Greg, Estes ParkWow, Greg, that’s not an easy assignment and I’m sure my choice will tick off some people. But I’ll give it my best shot. And I’m so sorry, CarGo, but you didn’t make the cut. It’s Greg’s fault.• Right-hander starter: Ubaldo Jimenez. He burned out quickly, but from 2007-10 he was sensational, especially by Rockies standards.• Left-handed starter: Kyle Freeland. His 2018 season (17-7, 2.85 ERA), capped off by his gem in the wild-card game at Wrigley Field against the Cubs, was magical. He’s remained a team leader and a tough-as-nails pitcher even though he’s never come close to matching his ’18 season.• Closer: Brian Fuentes. Co...