Reporters Blog

Tue Mar 20 19:22:44 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Police arrest 3 accused of taking St. Louis street signs for scrap

lice in Alton say officers pulled over a pickup truck carrying four metal road signs crossing the Clark Bridge on Friday.

Thu Apr 12 19:27:18 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Verizon, AT&T: Network capacity expanded for Cardinals home opener

Verizon Wireless set up a temporary cell phone tower outside Busch stadium, hoping to boost network capacity for fan attending the Cardinals home opener on Friday.

Thu Apr 26 15:36:10 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

MoDOT: Expect lane closures, delays on 64 downtown

Starting at 8 p.m. Friday night, crews will close all lanes of westbound I-64 between Broadway and 21st in downtown St. Louis.

Sun Apr 29 14:40:17 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Man killed in tent collapse was a retired iron worker, father of 3

When storms blew into downtown St. Louis on Saturday afternoon, Alfred Goodman was in the Kilroy's beer garden tent with his brother.

Tue May 01 16:16:38 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Trees coming down in Ohlendorf West Park, new emergency call center going in

From his daughter's bedroom window on the second floor of his home, Neil Thole can look out and see a thinning line of trees that surrounds Ohlendorf West Park in St. Louis County.

Thu May 10 15:25:15 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Wife of retired teacher charged with raping student accused of threatening victim

The wife of a retired school teacher accused of raping a student was arrested after she allegedly sent threatening letters to the friends and family of the victim.

Mon May 14 16:26:07 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

News 4 investigates plans for homeless camp near Botanical Gardens

What started out as a press conference for the New Life Evangelistic Center to announce a new homeless camp on Monday escalated into a verbal confrontation between some neighbors and the religious center.

Tue May 22 15:43:48 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Pediatricians reporting spike in hand, foot and mouth disease

Right now, Cardinal Glennon says its doctors estimate that 20 to 25 kids are diagnosed in the emergency room, daily. At St. Louis Children's Hospital, Dr. Kathleen Berchelmann says she has never seen this many cases in her 10 year career.

Tue May 29 19:19:48 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Laser strikes on planes reported near Lambert Airport

As the pilot of Delta Flight 1426 approached St. Louis on Monday night, a green light filled the cockpit. The pilot reported that someone from the ground was pointing a laser at the aircraft, about 12 miles southeast of Lambert-St. Louis...

Thu Jun 07 19:25:58 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Rev. Rice: Use the Galleria as a day center for the homeless

On Thursday afternoon, an email titled, "Let's Mall the Homeless" landed in the KMOV in-box.

Sun Jun 10 21:50:36 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Family of local toddler killed hope new rules save other kids

At two years old, Cortae Jones stood about as tall as the bumper of a small SUV.

Wed Jun 13 18:30:33 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Six-foot boa, other snakes stolen from World Aquarium in St. Louis

Police are investigating the theft of five snakes, some as long as six feet, and a chameleon from the World Aquarium in downtown St. Louis.

Thu Jun 14 14:23:59 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Are residents willing to pay more sales tax to help fund Metro?

President and CEO of Metro Transit this week told a St. Louis County Council committee discussions are underway to consider asking voters in St Louis City for a sales tax hike to fund Metro expansion.

Mon Jun 18 17:36:29 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Police: Man asking women for hugs at St. Louis-area stores

A woman shopping at the Des Peres, Missouri Schnucks store was approached by a man, who claimed to know her. After a brief conversation on June 12th, he asked for a hug. She obliged, but later contacted police.

Tue Jul 24 18:07:06 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Radiation detected in MSD manhole at the riverfront

The Metropolitan Sewer District confirms that crews found "elevated levels" of radiation in a manhole near the Salisbury Street flood wall - just north of the McKinley Bridge in downtown St. Louis.

Thu Jul 26 18:15:53 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Despite drought, some bugs thriving in the heat

The drought is behind an increase in some critters this summer. That's because the hotter it is, the faster some bugs (like ticks and fleas) go through their life cycles.

Tue Jul 31 19:43:00 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

New reports of questionable sales tactics from alarm companies

Just before dinnertime on Monday evening, a clean-cut, college-age man showed up at Robin Castellano's south St. Louis home.

Wed Aug 15 19:59:37 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Betrayal of trust: Investigating child porn and trafficking

Somewhere near Fairgrounds Park, a 10-year-old girl remembers a strange man waking her up.

Wed Aug 15 09:14:20 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

FBI warning of virus that cripples computers

A virus showing up on computer screens as a warning from the federal government is making the rounds, but officials warn that it's a scam.

Thu Aug 16 20:23:25 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Students in limbo: no school until teacher contract approved

Students in Cahokia's District 187 will not start school until after Labor Day. The school board and administration pushed back the first day of school after the teachers union voted to reject the district's most recent contract offer.

Thu Aug 23 18:52:37 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

State says insurance agent left customers uncovered

The Missouri Department of Insurance says it's getting reports that an insurance broker continued to sell home and auto policies, without a license.

Mon Aug 27 19:38:33 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Teen charged in robbery spree that crisscrossed the city

In just under four hours, authorities say 17 year old Terrell Holley held up several victims in downtown St. Louis, the Central West End, and in south St. Louis.

Thu Aug 30 19:44:59 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

City promises to clean up homeless camps, downtown

In the alleys and sidewalks, bordering the New Life Evangelistic Center downtown, people have set up blankets and sleeping bags

Wed Sep 05 19:37:04 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

City moves up clean-up schedule downtown

Police officers, city health department workers, and social service agencies spent hours on Wednesday evening outside a downtown homeless shelter, offering health screenings, hot meals, and referrals to housing.

Thu Sep 06 19:13:29 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Student chases flasher out of school building

A student chased a man out of an academic building on Thursday afternoon, after he exposed himself to her.

Thu Sep 06 19:18:54 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

What do you think about the Gateway Arch grounds plan?

MoDOT is taking public comments about a plan to place a "lid" over the depressed sections of I-70 in front of the Arch grounds.

Wed Sep 12 19:48:12 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Former fire chief investigated over missing money

A former fire chief is under investigation, accused of stealing from his small, hometown fire department.

Tue Sep 18 20:03:19 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

LouFest announces plans to grow music festival

Tuesday, organizers of the LouFest Music Festival announced that it partnered with C3 Presents, the organization behind Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits Music Festival.

Wed Sep 19 19:43:52 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Two charged in infant's drug overdose death

Police say a man and woman have been charged after an infant they were babysitting died of a drug overdose.

Thu Sep 20 19:59:56 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Driver hits, kills mom in front of daughter in Metro East

Police are searching for the driver of a pickup truck that hit and killed a 45-year-old woman as she crossed the street with her daughter Thursday afternoon.

Mon Oct 01 19:28:31 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Medicare scammer claims government will issue new cards

Monday morning, Harriet Clipper answered a call on her home phone from a man who said he was calling on behalf of Medicare.

Wed Oct 03 17:28:01 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Would you hire this guy? STL job seeker hits the streets

Pacing in front of a downtown high-rise, Colin Dowling hopes to get a little attention. He's wearing a sandwich board, bearing an oversized printout of his resume.

Thu Oct 04 18:36:43 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Road work beginning on 'lid' over I-70 at the Arch

Starting this Sunday, road crews will close lanes on Memorial Drive to prepare for construction work on a lid over a portion of the depressed lanes of I-70 in front of the Gateway Arch.

Fri Oct 05 16:58:48 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Crooks using the good name of a local business to trick victims

Unknown scammers are using a local company's good name in an attempt to steal from people who are trying to sell a timeshare.

Mon Oct 08 17:54:10 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Rape investigation began with a father's suspicions

A 23-year-old firefighter in Farmington, Missouri faces a rape charge following an investigation that began with a father's concerns over text messages on his teenage daughter's phone.

Wed Oct 10 19:59:55 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Renter gets foreclosure notice: What now?

Less than two months after moving her family into a new home, Shirley McCoy received a letter in the mail, telling her the home was in foreclosure.

Mon Oct 15 19:45:38 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Beware of phone call scammers posing as pollsters

People in our area are reporting fishy tactics from people who claim they're conducting a presidential preference poll.

Thu Oct 18 15:29:55 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Police investigate scheme that cost Richmond Heights hotel guest $800

Police in Richmond Heights are investigating a reported theft, that began with a phone call. A guest at the Homewood Suites on Clayton Road told police that on October 6th, she took a call from someone claiming to work at the front desk.

Tue Oct 23 18:53:04 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Man disputes city's claim to house

There are questions about the property records in a St. Louis County community after a man insists he purchased a home from the City of Kinloch, even though Kinloch still holds the deed.

Wed Oct 24 19:49:02 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Customers also face penalties as feds target tax preparers

Five former Mo' Money Tax employees have been indicted in federal court over an alleged scheme to abuse tax credits in order to give customers bigger refunds.

Thu Oct 25 20:01:24 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Police: Watch out for scammers with a sob story

Police are warning area residents about scammers who approach people and ask for money after telling a story that plays on emotions.

Tue Oct 30 18:53:44 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Election Day: officials prepare to answer complaints at polls

In the lead up to election day, you're likely hearing cries of voter suppression, intimidation, and fraud.

Thu Nov 01 18:48:20 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Beware of misinformation in lead up to election

Just days before the general election, a text message warning hit Susan Mathews' phone.

Thu Nov 01 19:09:27 PDT 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

New shops finding a home in downtown St. Louis

The latest new business to open its doors at the MX District is "The Collective", a large retail space that hosts vendors and boutiques from across St. Louis.

Mon Nov 05 21:08:36 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Explaining the propositions on the Missouri ballot

On the Missouri ballot Tuesday, voters will be asked to consider a state constitutional amendment, three state-wide ballot measures... on top of other local city and county questions.

Wed Nov 07 20:15:55 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Family wakes up, finds underwear-clad intruder in home

A 47-year-old Wentzville man is facing trespassing and property damage charges after police say he drove an SUV onto a family's yard, then walked into their home and stripped his clothes.

Wed Nov 14 18:41:49 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Husband, wife charged in separate fraud cases

FLORISSANT (KMOV.com) -- The husband of an insurance broker, charged with fraud, now faces criminal charges of his own. Demitrius Glass is accused of stealing tax refund money from his customers.

Thu Nov 15 18:29:37 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Homeowner struggling to get answers following blast project

Late this summer, Jane Yount says she noticed cracks appearing in the ceilings and walls of her Kirkwood home.

Wed Nov 28 19:36:01 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Suspect in UCity attempted robbery has violent history

Two suspects are charged with trying to rob a man in University City on Tuesday.

Wed Dec 12 19:24:32 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

FTC warns residents about 'free grant' scam

If you get a call from an unknown number, from someone claiming to work for the government, who tells you you've won a federal grant - just hang up.

Thu Dec 13 20:06:12 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Cafeteria worker says she lost job over free meals to student

For the last two months, Dianne Brame says she knowingly broke a rule at her job in the Hudson Elementary School cafeteria and let a student eat hot lunches without paying for them.

Wed Dec 26 18:57:13 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Convention Center reports extra security for gun show

This weekend will mark the fifth gun show at the St. Charles Convention Center in 2012. It's the first since the Newtown shooting that killed 20 school children and six adults and set off new calls for more gun restrictions.

Thu Dec 27 19:33:46 PST 2012 by Diana Zoga / News 4

St. Louis volunteers towed while feeding homeless

A handful of people who volunteered to serve Christmas dinner to the homeless at the New Life Evangelistic Center in downtown St. Louis said they were socked with large tow bills.

Thu Jan 03 19:15:05 PST 2013 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Powell Square building to come down

A vacant and windowless concrete building along the riverfront in downtown St. Louis is coming down.

Mon Jan 21 18:19:28 PST 2013 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Police: Women stole hundreds of dollars worth of baby formula

St. Charles Police arrested two St. Louis women, accused of stealing 40 cans of baby formula from a St. Charles Walmart last week.

Tue Jan 22 18:28:46 PST 2013 by Diana Zoga / News 4

Police: Man exploited elderly woman with dementia

A St. Peters man is behind bars, accused of scamming an elderly woman out of thousands of dollars. Jeremy McClellan, 38, is charged with financial exploitation of the elderly or disabled.

Mon Mar 04 19:51:57 PST 2013 by Diana Zoga / News 4