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At 100, St. Paul WWII vet Gordon Kirk ‘still trying to be of assistance to others’

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

There were four generations of Gordon Kirks at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church on Sunday morning.The eldest Gordon Kirk celebrated his 100th birthday last week, and his grandson, great-grandson and great-great-grandson joined about two dozen parishioners in the church’s basement after the 10 a.m. service to mark their namesake’s milestone.“I guess I’m just one of the lucky ones,” Kirk said of his longevity. “I’ve been blessed. I mean, I’m the first Kirk to ever reach 100 years old. Dad died at 99, mother died at 94.”St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz both issued proclamations last week recognizing the World War II veteran’s service to his city and state.Kirk has spent much of his long life helping others. Holy Trinity parishioner Paula Mitchell described Kirk as a pillar of the community.“We could always depend on him,” she said Sunday. “At 100 years old, he’s still trying to be of assi...

Troy man accused of storage unit burglary

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

MALTA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Troy man was arrested for allegedly burglarizing a storage unit in Malta. Michael Fox, 37, is charged with third-degree burglary. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On February 14, New York State Police got a complaint about a storage unit in Malta that was broken into and had multiple items stolen. Through investigation, police identified Fox as a suspect and found he was one of a few that entered the storage facility without being authorized, broke the lock on the unit, and took items that weren't his.Fox was arrested on a warrant. On Thursday, he was taken from the Saratoga County Correctional Facility, where he was being held on unrelated matters, and processed at Saratoga State Police. He was arraigned at the Malta Town Court and taken back to the Saratoga County Correctional Facility without bail.

5 things to know this Monday, March 27

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- "Monday is the day that opens up the week for many opportunities," - R.K. Narayan. To start the week, we're starting off with a clear and chilly morning. But, come afternoon, we'll be seeing some rain and more cloud coverage with temperatures climbing into the 50s, according to Meteorologist Jill Szwed. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Overnight, a pedestrian was killed in an auto/pedestrian crash on I-787. Police at the time shut down all lanes to investigate, diverting traffic. The crash is still under investigation. Also, police are investigating two separate shots fired incidents that happened in Troy Sunday evening. Police are still looking to determine if the shootings are related. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Monday morning. 1. Police investigating pedestrian fatality on I-787Police are investigating an auto/pedestrian crash that happened overnight Sun...

Family seeks justice for Jacque, man charged due in court this week

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

ST. CHARLES, Mo. – The family of a missing woman found dead last week in Maryland Heights are planning to lay her to rest.Jacquelyn Mitchell's sister, Tiffany, said her family is processing this devastating loss one day at a time. She wants “Jacque” to be remembered as a good person and a friend to everyone."She loved everybody. She was the life of the party. You could be at the end of a family event, she'd be the last one there,” Tiffany said. “She was such a sweet and caring person, would not hurt a soul. So this whole thing is just, it's tragic. It's horrific, and I don't wish that upon anybody, and nobody deserves this, especially Jacque."Mitchell’s family made a memorial with flowers and stuffed animals near the apartment complex where she took her last breath.“It’s a horrible place where (the memorial is) at, as far as it being where she was found at the apartment,” Tiffany shared. “But she loved her nieces and nephews and would always give them little things. My son gave me s...

New Ferguson police chief inauguration happening today

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The city of Ferguson will swear in its latest police chief later Monday. Ferguson has had multiple chiefs in recent years, and the newest top cop is no stranger to controversy.The new chief, Troy Doyle, will be at the Ferguson Police Department. He's a former lieutenant colonel with the St. Louis County Police Department, who spent more than 30 years on that force before recently retiring.Doyle served in many capacities during his time with the St. Louis County Police, but also sued St. Louis County, after being passed over for the St. Louis County Police chief's job in 2020. That suit alleging discrimination and retaliation is still pending. Top Stories: Commercial vehicles catch fire at St. Charles Coca-Coca plant Doyle replaces frank McCall as the Ferguson police chief. Mccall took over as the Ferguson chief in July 2021, but he resigned back on February 16.The Ferguson Police Department has been a revolving door of sorts for police chiefs in recent year...

Cloudy and cool Monday, showers expected by Friday

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

St. Louis weather from Meteorologist Angela Hutti:ST. LOUIS - Overnight rain showers will move out of the area before the morning commute gets going Monday. A mix of clouds and sun the rest of the day and cooler, with temperature highs in the low 50s.  Clouds take over again Monday night, wake up temps are in the mid to upper 30s. Watching for some spots of light rain again Tuesday morning, especially south of St. Louis. Otherwise, it's set to be partly sunny and temp highs near 50. It's going to be a dry Tuesday through early Thursday before we have to worry about our next storm system.   St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here We're going to see increasing clouds, breezy, and mild Thursday. The chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase as the warm front moves north, but right now it looks like the better rain chances will be at night. Good news for the Cardinals home opener. Friday looks windy and wet, with rain and storms. 

Car crash traps driver in south St. Louis

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A driver was injured in a car crash in south St. Louis Sunday evening.It happened around 6:00 p.m. on the Virginia and Taft Avenues. Top Stories: Commercial vehicles catch fire at St. Charles Coca-Coca plant The car flipped, trapping the driver inside, who was eventually freed by first responders.

Building collapse in north St. Louis City Sunday

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Part of a building collapsed in north St. Louis.That was around 1:00 p.m. Sunday on North Leffingwell Avenue at Dayton Street. The two-story building was vacant. Trending: Saint Louis Zoo named 8th best US zoo in national poll No one was injured.

Voting equipment testing happening today

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis City Election Commissioners are testing their voting equipment Monday morning.The law requires this 'system's check' before every election. This makes sure the machines work on election day. Top Stories: Commercial vehicles catch fire at St. Charles Coca-Coca plant This test is ahead of the April 4 general election. Voters will choose aldermen in the newly redrawn wards, down from 28 to 14.

Moline Acres Police giving away wheel lock clubs today

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:33:04 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Moline Acres Police are trying to prevent car thefts for highly-targeted Hyundai's and Kia's. Top Stories: Commercial vehicles catch fire at St. Charles Coca-Coca plant On Monday, Moline Acres Police will drive around beginning at 10:00 a.m. passing out free wheel lock clubs to owners of Hyundai's and Kia's.