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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
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Trial date announced for man on rape, kidnapping charges
ST. LOUIS – A trial date has been set for Yaha Maly, who is accused of multiple crimes, including rape, sodomy and kidnapping in Ballwin. Maly, 28, has been jailed since mid-February on 19 counts related to these charges. The trial is scheduled to begin on April 6 of next year. Maly has previously lived in several cities across the United States, including Chicago, Richmond, Tucson and Minneapolis. Officials, however, fear there could be other victims. All facts in this report were gathered by journalists employed by KTVI. Artificial intelligence tools were used to reformat from a broadcast script into a news article for our website. This report was edited and fact-checked by KTVI staff before being published. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
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These are Missouri's 10 safest cities for 2025, according to Safewise
MISSOURI – Home security company Safewise recently released its annual 'Safest Cities in Missouri' list for 2025. The list is created by examining crime rates calculated by the FBI. Safewise also evaluates results from a 'state of safety' survey to gauge how residents perceive crime and safety in their communities. This year, the 'Safest Cities' list for Missouri features five of its Top 10 cities from the Greater St. Louis Metropolitan Area, including the Top 2 ranked cities. From 10 to 1, here's a closer look… 10. Lake St. Louis9. Eureka8. Higginsville7. Crystal City6. Nixa5. Odessa4. Savannah3. Greenwood2. Cottleville1. Glendale According to Safewise, the safest city in Missouri is Glendale in St. Louis County. Just behind it was Cottleville in St. Charles County, which was named Missouri's safest city in the previous two annual rankings. FBI, police excavate south St. Louis yard in search for missing person The Top 10 safest cities all reported fewer than 1.1 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Glenadale had a violent crime rate of 0.2 per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents. Both of those were among the best rates in the state. As for Missouri, Safewise reports a 7% decrease in violent crime compared to last year and that more than half of measured cities (139 total) saw year-over-year decreases in violent crime and property crime. Additionally, the following St. Louis-area cities finished within the Top 20 featured cities… Ballwin (11) Ellisville (12) O'Fallon (13) Webster Groves (14) Ladue (15) Manchester (17) Clayton (20) Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Climate
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Windy, warm Friday gives way to colder feel for the weekend
ST. LOUIS – Get ready for the warmest day of our week, as temperatures are expected to pop into the 70s Friday afternoon. The atmosphere is very dry and we are expecting gusty winds. That combination means fire danger is high. A Fire Weather (Red Flag) Warning has been issued because of this. If a fire were to start, it could spread quickly and uncontrollably in these conditions. We'll see a very noticeable change Friday night into Saturday. A pair of cold fronts comes through the area late Friday and early Saturday. They won't bring rain; remember our air is dry, but they will bring a shot of colder air. New charges filed against accused Ballwin serial rapist Wake-up temperatures Saturday will be in the near freezing with afternoon highs only in the mid 40s. Heads up Mardi Gras paradegoers, it will be chilly, especially in shaded areas. A cold start Sunday, temperatures in the 20s, then highs in the mid to upper 40s expected. It will be sunny and dry all weekend. Sunday night, clouds will return. Some light rain is possible Monday morning. Tuesday has a chance for some heavier rain and the chance of some strong thunderstorms. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
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STL leaders collaborate with Urban League, others to strengthen partnerships
ST. LOUIS – Faith leaders from St. Louis joined the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis and area police chiefs in an important meeting on Thursday night, aimed at strengthening neighborhood partnerships and reducing violence. The gathering took place at the Urban League's Bunce Campus in the College Hill neighborhood of the city. Organizers expressed concerns about uncertainty surrounding federal funding. They also want to make sure partnerships are strengthened with summer approaching. New charges filed against accused Ballwin serial rapist Police chiefs in attendance shared insights with faith leaders on how partnerships can help reduce violence. 'Places of worship are more than just spiritual centers; they are pillars of stability, support and hope,' said Chief Robert Tracy of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Chief Thomas Trice of the Cahokia Heights Police Department highlighted the role that faith leaders play, particularly after the tragic murder of a 15-year-old victim that led to the arrests of three suspects. 'The church is the vital linchpin to the family unit,' Trice said. Among the Urban League's initiatives is the Grill to Glory program, which fosters engagement through barbeques aimed at strengthening neighborhoods. 'By partnering with them, we can do more than we would normally be able to do,' said Pastor Richard Ashley of St. Philip's Evangelical Lutheran Church. In addition, the Urban League provides 'Slow Down' signs to churches as part of a community program designed to enhance street safety. Police chiefs acknowledged the important role police departments play but emphasized that they are only one part of a larger effort. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 'I don't think there's a city, state or federal government in this country or world that can survive or even prosper without the help of clergy or pastors,' said Chief Kendall Perry of the East St. Louis Police Department. Chief Kenneth Gregory of the St. Louis County Police added, 'Our faith leaders serve as trusted voices in the community, offering guidance, support, and hope.' 'There is no legislative fix; there is no law enforcement fix. This is a family problem, and this is a neighborhood problem, and we believe that the neighborhood church is that pivotal partner we've been working with for years,' said James Clark from St. Louis Faith Leaders Collaborate with Urban League and Police Chiefs to Strengthen Neighborhood Partnerships. As summer approaches, the partnership between faith leaders, community organizations and law enforcement continues to seek ways to address the challenges facing their neighborhoods. Urban League officials said churches can play a vital role in funneling resources connected to mental health, violence reduction and drug addiction to their communities. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
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Public input needed for flooding issues in Alton
ALTON, Ill. – The construction of a permanent concrete flood wall has been proposed in downtown Alton on the north side of Broadway from William Street to Piasa Street. Alton is seeking public input before presenting the project to City Council. In 2023, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed a Flood Risk Reduction Study describing several flood mitigation options, including the dry floodproofing of affected buildings and various flood walls. The report included pricing for several different wall options ranging from $12 to $94 million. New charges filed against accused Ballwin serial rapist Alton has applied for and been approved for a grant from FEMA for $2.9 million, with a pledge for a $3 million match from the city's TIF1 district to complete the wall project. The city of Alton cordially invites the public to an open house meeting on the planned flood mitigation improvements within the downtown district. The purpose of the open house is to provide citizens with updated information regarding the project scope and proposed timeline. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
