St. Louis nonprofit receives exclusive Jeff Bezos grant

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - Delmar Boulevard was prosperous for decades and one of the places to be in St. Louis. That was then. And now, it has been hollowed out by actions that made it a dividing line between races and the “haves and have-nots.”. Between the city...

ST. LOUIS (KMOV) -- Many things in our world have changed in the past 80 years. One thing that hasn’t changed is the friendship between a group of women right here in St. Louis. They went to kindergarten together in 1940 and have been together ever since. One of...

ST. LOUIS (KMOV) -- A sandwich shop that means a lot to its community is standing the test of time. Steve Harris shows us in the above video a St. Louis diner that dates back to the 50s.

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - The FBI is now involved in the search for who is responsible for making threats to three LGBTQ businesses in the grove and the venue that was set to host a drag performer storytime. The co-owner of Prism said he had death threats made against...

EAST ST. LOUIS, Il. (KMOV) - The East St. Louis Public Works director was recently fired following questionable spending, according to the mayor. East St. Louis Mayor Robert Eastern III told News 4 that public works director, Timothy Lockett Sr., was fired for signing off on certain contracts without seeking council approval. Eastern estimates that contracts are worth around $250,000, dating to back to roughly 2021.

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - Calls are growing for a fired East St. Louis public works director to be removed from the city’s school district board. East St. Louis Mayor Robert Eastern III told News 4 that public works director, Timothy Lockett Sr., was fired for signing off on certain contracts without seeking council approval. Eastern estimates that the contracts are worth around $250,000, dating to back to roughly 2021.

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - Today, workers started removing the Clydesdale sign that has adorned the Anheuser-Busch brewery building for decades. The iconic sign has looked over I-55 for years. It is now getting revamped. This is to celebrate the Clydesdales’ 90th anniversary. The new mural was created by...

UNIVERSITY CITY, Mo. (KMOV) - Several buildings along a popular stretch of Delmar Avenue have a new owner. Washington University said it purchased the six properties in the Delmar Loop, including the famous ‘Pin-Up Bowl,’ from Joe Edwards. The longtime entertainment venue owner has spent decades building up the Delmar Loop into a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

WENTZVILLE (KMOV) -- A St. Charles County family has a bit of relief thanks to great medical care, and a great mom. Doctors determined last January that 10-year-old Jaxson Dreiling had stage 4 chronic kidney disease. He would need a transplant. Late last summer, the family got some good news....

ST. LOUIS (KMOV) -- Bissinger’s Chocolates will have a starring role in a made-for-TV movie on a channel known for its love stories. Steve Harris has the sweet story.

FLORISSANT, Mo. (KMOV) - Parents are calling out the Hazelwood School District for a lack of transparency and violating the rights of staff and students. “Quit playing games, quit hiding, and come and talk to us. We’re asking you. Answer us,” said parent, Pastor Michael Williams. Williams said...

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - Beyoncé is coming to St. Louis this summer, the artist announced Monday. Beyoncé will be performing at the Dome at America’s Center on Monday, August 21 as part of her Renaissance World Tour. The tour will start in Stockholm, Sweeden on May 10 and end at Caesar’s Superdome in New Orleans on September 27.

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - One of St. Louis’ most iconic buildings will undergo a major renovation to carry important history into the future. Finding hope and strength through the stories of Dred and Harriet Scott, who won their freedom at the “Old Courthouse” downtown after an eleven-year fight.

ST. LOUIS (KMOV) - A Ferguson teenager is experiencing major success as his lawncare business, founded on grit and determination, continues to bring in new customers. Lawrence Hoye, 15, started Hoye Lawn and Landscaping LLC. when he was just 13 years old. “I just want to most definitely thank my...

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - From fancy to farms, from steaks to vegan - here is a comprehensive list of Black owned St. Louis businesses for all your food needs. The map is sortable by restaurants, cafes, catering and women owned businesses. There are also tags for food trucks and farms.

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - Dispensaries across the St. Louis region are gearing up for what likely could be a very busy weekend for the first ever sales of recreational, adult-use cannabis in the state. According to the Missouri Department of Health, the Division of Cannabis Regulation will begin approving...

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - The St. Louis rapper 30 Deep Grimeyy, also known as Arthur Pressley, has been sentenced to seven years and eight months in prison for gun charges. The 25-year-old rapper was caught in possession of a gun as a convicted felon and fake documents pertaining to the weapon.

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV) - Granite City officials are touting several new businesses coming to the area. Mayor Mike Parkinson told News 4 Ollie’s Bargain Outlet and Cavalier Furniture will fill vacant spaces in the Nameoki Corridor. Parkinson and other leaders and residents are preparing for the likely departure...

ST. LOUIS (KMOV) - A recent wave of crime by young teenagers in St. Louis is garnering attention from lawmakers in Jefferson City as a proposed public safety bill could add restrictions to Missouri gun laws on who can legally possess a firearm in public. House Bill 301, introduced by...

UNIVERSITY CITY (KMOV) -- Police departments gathered in University City Tuesday to show support for a fellow comrade. They honored the K-9, King, who served the University City Police Department for the last four years. King put paws to patrol, tracking wanted suspects and missing persons and finding crucial evidence.