Good evening, St. Louis. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook.
Today’s Big Stories
1. Trump says Nippon will invest in, not buy U.S. Steel; Granite City impact still unclear
President Donald Trump on Friday suggested that Nippon Steel would no longer buy U.S. Steel as planned, but the Japanese company would instead invest in the symbolically important American business.
2. Louisiana woman arrested following death of Kansas City reporter covering Super Bowl
Danette Colbert of Slidell, La., is facing charges related to property crimes and fraud and was seen leaving reporter Adan Manzano’s Kenner hotel room alone on Feb. 5, Kenner police said during a press conference. Manzano’s death was announced the next day after police found him unresponsive in the room.
3. St. Louis-area streets and highway departments all set for next winter storm
Local streets, highway and transportation departments are confident about facing any looming storm after last month’s storm took a lot of salt, brine, and ultimately sunlight to clear.
4. Police fear there are more victims after St. Louis man charged with sex trafficking teens
Keron Austin Williams, 29, of Saint Louis, awaits two court dates after being charged for rape and sex trafficking of juveniles in Ferguson. In a press conference, Ferguson police announced they believe there are more victims connected to Williams.
5. Teens charged with murder after illegal gun sale goes wrong in Dupo
Major Case Squad announced it has arrested and charged three teenagers for the illegal fire arm sale that led to Cody Rhodes’ murder in Dupo on Monday, Feb. 3.
Eugene Levy’s trademark eyebrows fly off for Little Caesars. A tongue dances to Shania Twain to promote Nestle’s Coffee Mate Cold Foam. And Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal reunite at Katz’s Deli in an ad for Hellmann’s.
