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Okla. death toll estimate revised; at least 24 dead

6:35 AM, May 21, 2013

The grim work of search, rescue and recovery spun into a second day Tuesday in central Oklahoma after a massive and murderous tornado blasted through the area, killing at least 24 people, flattening neighborhoods and destroying two elementary schools.

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Ill. House committee OKs fracking regulatory bill

10:49 AM, May 21, 2013

An Illinois House committee has OK'd a measure to regulate high-volume oil and gas drilling in the state.

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Oklahoma City tornado: Grim search and rescue

The grim work of search, rescue and recovery spun into a second day Tuesday in central Oklahoma after a massive and murderous tornado blasted through the area, killing at least 24 people, flattening neighborhoods and destroying two elementary schools.

6:35 AM, May 21, 2013

Staunton, Mount Olive hit hard by overnight storms

Two Illinois communities, just miles apart are victimized by overnight storms.

6:54 AM, May 21, 2013

Kids pulled out of rubble alive at Plaza Towers Elementary School

Several children have been pulled out of the rubble alive at a school in an Oklahoma City suburb.

10:12 PM, May 20, 2013

Oklahoma death toll estimate revised; at least 24 dead

The state medical examiner's office has revised the death toll from a tornado in an Oklahoma City suburb to 24 people, including seven children.

8:37 AM, May 21, 2013

For-profit colleges investigation

It is high school graduation season. Many of the new grads are among the 1 million people who will walk into a so-called "for-profit school" like Sanford Brown.

11:14 PM, May 20, 2013

Five dead in I-70 church van crash near Vandalia

Five people died in a church van rollover crash near Vandalia, Illinois.

6:13 PM, May 20, 2013

Josh Powell had affair before Susan Powell vanished

Newly released police files say Josh Powell had an affair with a Utah woman just months before his wife disappeared.

10:00 PM, May 20, 2013

Fresh Image on North tucker hit by smash & grab burglars

The vehicle involved in the crime was abandoned at the scene.

6:10 AM, May 21, 2013

Man, woman sitting in car in north St. Louis alley victims of shooting

No conditions on the two victims who were shot was available.

5:20 AM, May 21, 2013

FedEx plane stuck in mud in Cahokia

Crews are working to remove a FedEx plane that was stuck in the mud at the St. Louis Downtown Airport in Cahokia.

8:20 AM, May 21, 2013

How to help Oklahoma tornado victims

A monstrous tornado ravaged Oklahoma City on Monday, flattening homes, tossing cars and crushing two elementary schools packed with children during 40 terrifying minutes of destruction.

6:33 AM, May 21, 2013

Black Tuesday: Steaks, speakers and suitcases

It's the top Memorial Day deal trio: 60% off Samsonite Luggage, Steaks, Chops and more.

7:31 AM, May 21, 2013

Oklahoma tornado: Rescuers listening for cries for help

Rescuers in Moore, Oklahoma have asked the media to move away from a school leveled by a massive tornado so they could listen for cries for help.

8:00 AM, May 21, 2013

Lightning strike suspected in house fire near New Melle

A home nestled in the woods near New Melle sustains significant damage in a morning blaze.

6:12 AM, May 21, 2013

Two mistakes Hazelwood residents made during tornadoes

The same system that hit Oklahoma will hit the St. Louis area Tuesday evening. That means it's a good time to review or construct a plan to keep you and your family safe.

3:24 AM, May 21, 2013

Multiple bullet wounds claims life of man found on Darby Street

The victim was shot repeatedly and left on the ground.

5:21 AM, May 21, 2013

Mount Olive storm damage - PHOTOS

Storms Monday night damaged 15 buildings in Mount Olive, Illinois. A bank and a storage facility used by the local fire department were among those damaged buildings. Related photos: Oklahoma tornado damage *To view this photo gallery on our iPad app, click the VIDEO button and select the photo gallery option.

8:18 AM, May 21, 2013

Henrique Santos faults NY police in Andrea Rebello's death

The godfather of a New York college student accidentally killed by a police bullet says the officer should have negotiated instead of firing at an armed intruder as he held the young woman hostage. The intruder also was killed in the confrontation.

10:43 PM, May 20, 2013

Severe weather threat continues today

A strong storm system continues to threaten severe weather for the St. Louis region. 

10:29 AM, May 21, 2013

Paws for Reading prevents summer brain drain

You can prevent your kids from getting summer brain drain, and keep them sharp.

8:35 AM, May 21, 2013
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Sen. John McCain has proposed a bill that would allow for 'a la carte' cable pricing, allowing customers to purchase TV service by the channel instead of a bundle of dozens or even hundreds of networks. Do you agree or disagree with this plan?

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