News from the South - Missouri News Feed
Previewing the Presidential Election
SUMMARY: On election day, polls opened with a highly contentious race between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. While Harris is projected to win Illinois with a 98% chance, Trump similarly boasts a 98% chance of winning Missouri, continuing the state‘s streak of voting Republican since 1996. Harris campaigned in key swing state Pennsylvania, making stops in several cities, while Trump held rallies in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Michigan before returning to Florida. With polls showing a close race nationally, voters across the country are tasked with choosing the next president.
FOX 2’s Laura Simon previews the Presidential Election between Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump and looks into which candidate is projected to win Missouri.
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Levee 'in danger of failing,' area evacuated: St. Francois County
SUMMARY: In St. Francois County, an urgent plea has been issued for residents near Iron Mountain Lake to seek higher ground due to imminent heavy rain. Emergency agencies and first responders are setting up roadblocks and shelters as concerns grow over potential flooding, especially since approximately 25 homes are at risk. Although the levee currently holds, it’s uncertain how long it will withstand the rain. Many residents remain reluctant to evacuate, particularly seniors uncomfortable with leaving their homes. First responders emphasize the importance of safety, urging residents to heed warnings and avoid risky water crossings.
An area of Iron Mountain Lake, Missouri, is being evacuated following flooding Monday afternoon. St. Louis News: FOX 2 covers …
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St. Louis International Film Festival: Vision
SUMMARY: The St. Louis International Film Festival features Dan Peres’ film “Vision,” which took several years to produce due to funding challenges exacerbated by COVID-19. The film, about a bullied high school student who discovers magical glasses from an old man, explores themes of perception and escape. It will be screened on November 9 at Lindenwood University and November 14 at BNB Theatre in Creve Coeur, with hopes of winning awards, possibly even an Oscar. Peres highlights the rich filmmaking talent in St. Louis and the support available through new tax credits and grants for local filmmakers.
Dan Parris, Director of the film ‘Vision’, joins the morning show to talk about the movie and the 33rd annual St. Louis International Film Festival, which takes place from Nov. 7-17 at various locations across St. Louis. For more information, visit cinemastlouis.org
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Final full day of absentee voting is at hand
SUMMARY: Missouri’s first year of in-person absentee voting has been a significant success, with over 200,000 ballots cast before polls close on Tuesday. In St. Louis County, election officials are preparing for the final voting days and report high participation. On Saturday, many voters utilized satellite voting sites, with lines typically moving efficiently within 30 minutes. Election workers are equipped to handle increased demand, having prepared ample supplies, including 900,000 sheets of ballot paper. Officials remind voters that it’s too late to mail in ballots; they must be hand-delivered by 7 PM on Tuesday.
As Election Day approaches, St. Louis County is seeing an unprecedented turnout in absentee voting. The county’s early voting period, which began on Oct. 22, has already drawn an impressive 200,274 ballots. This figure demonstrates high voter engagement ahead of the November election, with absentee voting by mail contributing significantly.
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