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5 things to know this Thursday, May 4

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- May the Fourth be with you. Happy Thursday, and happy Star Wars Day to all the Star Wars fans out there. According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, we aren't out of the woods just yet when it comes to cloudy, showery weather. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Antonio Brown addressed the issues regarding paying players and former Head Coach Damon Ware on Wednesday. Meanwhile, an Olympic hopeful, training in Saratoga Springs, is documenting her road to the 2024 Olympics through a local podcast. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning. 1. Antonio Brown speaks on payment issues with players, coachAntonio Brown discussed the issues with paying players and former Head Coach Damon Ware for the first time publicly on Wednesday. Ware, as well as six players, left the team on Monday after they claimed they were not paid before their game on Sunday with the Carolina Co...

Saratoga rower launches podcast to document Olympic journey

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - An Olympic hopeful, training in Saratoga Springs, is documenting her road to the next Summer Olympics in 2024 through a podcast. Launched in early April, "The Other 3 Years" brings listeners behind the scenes of Kristi Wagner’s journey to make the 2024 Olympic team. Off the Beaten Path: Sweet Mimi’s Café & Bakery Each week Kristi will share what being an elite athlete in training really looks like: the ups and downs, life on the road, and how to stay motivated with a goal so far away. She plans to include interviews with her boyfriend, family, coach and fellow athletes. Ghent teen shines at NFL Draft Bright Sighted, founded by Christine O'Donnell, is the podcast production company behind "The Other 3 Years." Listeners can follow her show everywhere podcasts are available. New episodes will be available every Friday, from now until the 2024 Olympic game. 

St. Louis prosecutor killed in south county crash

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A deadly crash on Interstate 270 in south county is hitting close to home for the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office. The Missouri Highway Patrol confirmed that the person killed in the crash is 32-year-old James Heitman. It's understood that Heitman was one of the remaining prosecutors in Kim Gardner's office under the General Felonies Unit.Traffic is flowing smoothly now, but it was a much different scene for hours Wednesday afternoon into the night.The crash happened on southbound I-270 south of Tesson Ferry at 5:15 p.m. The Missouri Highway Patrol said four vehicles were involved in a chain reaction wreck as traffic was stopped on the interstate. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW The patrol told FOX 2 that Hietma...

Ameren and Spectrum crews responding to utility pole crash

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Crews are at the scene of a crash early Thursday morning.Our Nissan Rogue Runner reporter Nic Lopez was at the scene located on Lindbergh Boulevard just south of Queen Ann Drive, where the car crash into utility poles, knocking down several power lines. Crews from Ameren and Spectrum are at the scene working on the lines. St. Louis prosecutor killed in south county crash Traffic has been stopped in both directions of Lindbergh, and drivers are urged to take an alternate route.No word yet on the cause of the crash. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Non-emergency hotline becomes fully-automated today

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department's non-emergency hotline becomes fully automated, Thursday.SLMPD says this change will help remove non-urgent calls from the city's 911 communications Center that could interfere with emergencies. The automated system will direct callers to the appropriate city department. As legal battles mount, Kim Gardner takes nursing classes Non-emergency calls are intended for parking violations, crime tips, and other court related information. That number is 314-231-1212.Emergency calls will still be handled by 911 dispatch operators.

St. Charles woman killed in hit-and-run crash

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. -  A St. Charles woman was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on I-70 eastbound near the Warrenton exit.The crash happened around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, causing a long traffic backup. The Missouri Highway Patrol said 36-year-old Tabatha Knichel walked into the path of an 18-wheeler from the right shoulder of the interstate. As legal battles mount, Kim Gardner takes nursing classes The truck driver failed to stop.

Man charged with killing 4 people in February crash due in court today

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The man charged with killing four people and injuring four others in a crash in February has a court date Thursday. St. Louis prosecutor killed in south county crash Cedric Dixon faces four counts of involuntary manslaughter and other charges. He was driving with a revoked license when the crash happened at Grand and Forest Park Avenue.

Delmar Loop Trolley offering rides to 'Twilight Thursday' concerts this month

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Missouri History Museum is hosting its 'Twilight Thursday' concerts in Forest Park every Thursday this month from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.The Delmar Loop Trolley is offering a unique way to get there. If you go, you can park your car at the Loop Trolley Facility, and ride to the park. As legal battles mount, Kim Gardner takes nursing classes The trolley will stop giving rides at 6:45 p.m. They'll leave the park at 8:15 p.m., and stop service for the night.

Eureka Fire Department hosting blood drive today

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

EUREKA, Mo. - The Eureka Fire Department is teaming up with the American Red Cross for a blood drive Thursday.It'll go from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the fire station. As legal battles mount, Kim Gardner takes nursing classes Go to RedCrossBlood.org and enter the code 'battle of the badges' to schedule an appointment.

'Tee It Up' Golf tournament & auction taking place tonight

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The largest disabilities service provider in Missouri is hosting a golf tournament fundraiser.Easter-seals midwest is hosting its annual 'Tee It Up' event at TopGolf in Chesterfield Thursday night from 5:00 to 9:00. You can join in teams of six or play individually. As legal battles mount, Kim Gardner takes nursing classes It's $1,000to sign up as a team and $175 to play by yourself. All money goes to support kids and adults with disabilities across Missouri, Illinois, and Kansas.