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New crackdown on expired temp tags; 15 drivers pulled over so far

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

FERGUSON, Mo. - Ferguson police were pulling drivers over for expired temporary license tags in the town’s first-ever "Temp Tag Tuesday." Police are cracking down on people driving with temporary tags that have expired for months, even years.There’s hope that a new Missouri law will be a game-changer when it comes to the temporary tag abuse that’s been plaguing the St. Louis area for years.In the span of about an hour in Ferguson alone Tuesday, FOX 2 cameras saw nearly a dozen cars with tags expired by more than a month, more than a year, more than two years, and with no tags at all. Police had pulled over nearly a dozen drivers for temporary tag violations by early afternoon. Woman ‘saving up’ as Ferguson PD cracks down on expired tags “The efforts are not going to stop any other day of the week; it’s just that Tuesdays it’s something we’re going to focus on,” said Sgt. Jill Gronewald for the Ferguson Police Department. “It is a pretty prevalent violation that we see.”She stresse...

Witnesses testify about intervening in Madison County roadside murder

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

MADISON COUNTY, Ill. - They could not save her life, but a former marine and his wife were key to quickly finding the accused killer. The couple found themselves in the middle of a violent Illinois dispute like no other.Only FOX 2 attended the Madison County murder trial to hear the unbelievable testimony.The murder happened in February in Pontoon Beach, Illinois, right on the side of Highway 111. The trial is already underway because the defendant almost immediately asserted his right to a speedy trial.Before we tell you the suspect’s name, we first need to introduce you to two heroes. Steven and Stacy O’Dell both testified on Tuesday. Woman ‘saving up’ as Ferguson PD cracks down on expired tags They said they saw a woman running along Highway 111, in the area north of Interstate 270 and close to Bel Air Drive. They said the victim was running and sometimes hiding along the road as her 60-year-old boyfriend apparently stalked her in his Ford F-150. Stacy and Steven were both work...

New hydrogen hub in Wentzville raises concern for residents 

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

WENTZVILLE, Mo. - BayoTech has been working on a new hydrogen hub set to produce 350 tons of hydrogen a year. The problem for some residents is how close it sits to their properties.Angie Bauer has been a resident of the quiet neighborhood off of Mexico Road for 19 years. She said she never received any formal notice.“Nothing that I have been told, nothing that I have been delivered, got emails on, anything else like that," she said.Bauer said it's the lack of communication and the proximity to her house that has her concerned.“We just see how close it is to our houses," she said.A big white fence now sits between the new construction site and Bauer's backyard. Her husband researched what was behind it. Woman ‘saving up’ as Ferguson PD cracks down on expired tags "They installed a nitrogen hub right next to our neighborhood,” said Anthony Sinopole.Other residents like Kelley Wright said, she doesn't recall any notice, and while Wentzville has seen lots of growth in the past few ye...

St. Louis area veterans celebrated with special Memorial Day weekend honor flight

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louisans wrap up Memorial Day weekend with a special tribute to nearly 100 veterans coming home from a trip to D.C. with the Central Missouri Honor Flight Tuesday night.With the wave of the American flag, a hug from loved ones, and plenty of applause, 97 Vietnam and Korean War veterans are welcomed back to St. Louis after a sentimental day in D.C."It meant a lot to me, so when I heard the call for them to come here and welcome these troops in," said Phil Schendel, a Vietnam War veteran. "I wanted to come here and pay my respects."The impact is heightened as veterans are celebrated for their service just as Memorial Day weekend comes to a close. Group headed to a bar robbed in Soulard early Monday One Vietnam veteran had a special experience remembering those he lost while in combat."I didn't want to go because there were too many names, but I found one that I had never expected to find," said Howard Sarquist, a Vietnam War veteran. "My commanding officer, he was mi...

Police seek public's help identifying suspect who caused 'mass panic' at Ontario Mills Mall

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

Authorities with the Ontario Police Department are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man who caused mass panic after making false threats at the Ontario Mills Mall on Monday.  The incident occurred at around 2 p.m., prompting police to respond to the mall and ask people to avoid the area.  On Tuesday, officials released a surveillance image of the suspect they say ran through the mall yelling “gun” and “he has a gun.”  “His reckless actions caused guests to panic,” police said in a news release.  The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 30-35 years old with short black hair. He was last seen wearing a white shirt, gray pants and black shoes.  Surveillance image of a man police believe caused "mass panic" at the Ontario Mills Mall on May 29, 2023. (Ontario PD)Anyone who recognizes the suspect is asked to contact Detective Joe Paterson at 909-408-1653 or by email at [email protected]. Anonymous tips can be made by calling WeTip ...

Arrests made in videotaped beating of 3 Marines in San Clemente

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

Five juvenile suspects were arrested and charged Tuesday in connection to a fight recorded on video showing three Marines being beaten by a crowd at the San Clemente Pier.The suspects, all under 18 years old, were identified as four males and one female, according to San Clemente Mayor Chris Duncan. Their identities are being withheld due to their juvenile status.The video was taken on May 26 and shows several Marines walking away from a crowd of what appears to be primarily teenagers and young adults when someone seems to throw something at one of the Marines. The Marine then turns and charges into the crowd where he is punched several times.Later, the video shows two Marines curled up in the fetal position as they are punched and kicked by several crowd members.Cell phone video recorded the beaten of two off-duty Marines on the San Clemente Pier. May 2023.Some adults eventually broke up the fight. It is unclear what occurred between the two groups before the video started recordin...

NorCal softball regionals: St. Francis shrugs off shaky start against SRV and advances

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

MOUNTAIN VIEW – One error plus a wild pitch equaled an unhappy head coach to start St. Francis’ softball game against San Ramon Valley. Three days after the home team lost the Central Coast Section Open Division final 4-0 to Hollister, Mike Oakland’s Lancers looked just as shaky as the team that had been shut out in the title game during the first two batters of the game. But with ace pitcher Kate Munnerlyn in top form, the Lancers sandwiched popups in between a swinging strikeout to swerve out of danger’s way in the top of the first. The Mountain View school went on to run-rule SRV 10-0 in five innings and advanced to the second round of NorCal Division I play, where the defending champions will host Central-Fresno.“It wasn’t our best start, but what I liked about it was that we didn’t panic,” Oakland said. “We stayed composed and got out of it.” St. Francis’ Kate Munnerlyn (8) pitches against San Ramon in the fourth inning at St. Francis High School in Mountain View, Calif.,...

2 dead in Peninsula crash, Highway 1 closed

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

(KRON) -- Two people were killed in a crash in San Mateo County on Tuesday evening, California Highway Patrol's Redwood City division confirmed. The crash was a head-on collision on Highway 1 at Bean Hollow Road near the town of Pescadero, the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office said. Two vehicles were pulled from a lagoon after the wreck. The crash was called in to police at about 6:40 p.m. Rescue teams were deployed at about 7:30 p.m. and are still conducting a search. There is no information regarding how many occupants were inside the involved vehicles. Highway 1 is shut down in both directions due to the wreck, and there is no estimation for when it will reopen. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes. This is a developing story. Stick with KRON4 for updates.

Police pose for silly picture to highlight serious staffing problem

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

WHEAT RIDGE, Colo. (KDVR) — The city of Wheat Ridge is getting creative to try and attract enough lifeguards to fully staff its three pools.Tuesday, the city posted pictures on social media of its police officers in lifeguard chairs and holding floatation devices.“Things are getting desperate at the Wheat Ridge Rec Center…they need ACTUAL lifeguards, stat! The shortage means pool closures (really) and cops with floaties (kidding),” the post said. Nuggets' finals bid a ‘close to a dream come true’ for longtime employee Over the weekend, Wheat Ridge’s outdoor pool at Anderson Park opened for the summer season. The pool has enough staff to keep it running during regular hours seven days a week. However, the city’s two indoor pools are expected to remain closed until at least mid-July. “This is not unique to the city of Wheat Ridge. There is a lifeguard shortage nationwide,” Wheat Ridge spokesperson Amanda Harrison said.Colorado giving funds to help hire lifeguardsTuesday, Colora...

Nuggets' finals bid brings longtime employee 'close to a dream come true'

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:58:57 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — In an office overlooking Elitch Gardens, you'll find Lisa Johnson. Johnson started working for the Denver Nuggets 42 years ago. After graduating from the University of Denver, Johnson took a job in season ticket sales."I feel like I have grown up here," Johnson said. "I started in season ticket sales and it really has been so many different seasons of my life. From deaths in the family to marriage to everything, has all happened, it seems, around the Denver Nuggets." 4 things you can buy for the price of Nuggets vs Heat tickets During her 40th season, Johnson was presented with a personalized jersey at center court during a playoff game."I was totally surprised they called me down on center court, actually during one of the playoff games, and presented me with the jersey right at center court. I was very, very appreciative of that," Johnson said.'I'm this close to a dream come true'Working her way up the ranks, Johnson is now the vice president of basketball admini...