SUMMARY: After weeks of extreme cold and snow, St. Louis enjoyed a significant warm-up, hitting 59 degrees and attracting large crowds to local parks and events. Residents embraced the sunny weather by shedding their winter coats and participating in activities like the Purina Pet Parade. The warmer temperatures sparked a noticeable energy throughout the city, with people eager to explore outdoor trails. Many expressed excitement over the change in weather and optimism for continued warmth in the coming week. The shift from winter storms to pleasant conditions allowed St. Louisans to fully appreciate their outdoor spaces once again.

After days of bitter cold and back-to-back snowstorms, St. Louis is finally thawing out, and residents wasted no time soaking in the sunshine. From Forest Park to Soulard, people ditched their winter coats and embraced the warmth.

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SUMMARY: Illinois State Police released dramatic video of a trooper narrowly avoiding two crashes caused by violations of the state’s “move over” law. Fire Chief John Veilleux, after 43 years in the field, expressed disbelief at the footage, emphasizing that drivers often don’t pay attention. The incident occurred months ago in Chicago, and multiple drivers now face charges, including failure to move over. ISP reported 27 crashes into trooper vehicles last year due to similar violations. Missouri and Illinois have laws requiring drivers to slow down and move over for emergency responders to enhance safety. Fines for violations can reach $250, with potential license suspension.

Video footage of an Illinois State Trooper dodging two crashes is being shared by Illinois State Police to remind drivers about the reason behind Move Over laws. Even with his 43 years of experience, Collinsville Fire Chief John Bailot found the video difficult to watch. But despite his disbelief, the chief is not surprised by the mindset of drivers. FOX 2’s Jeff Bernthal reports.

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Missouri AG seeks to join class-action lawsuit against Tyson Foods

by Egan Ward, Missouri Independent
February 21, 2025

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed a motion to intervene in a class-action lawsuit against Tyson Foods on Tuesday.

If granted, Bailey’s involvement will allow him access to confidential documents currently being withheld by Tyson Foods and key depositions taken by the prosecuting attorneys. Bailey aims to join the suit through permissive intervention, which will require the court to approve.

The case, which is being processed in New Madrid County, began when four farmers under contract with Tyson sued after the closure of a chicken processing plant in Dexter. The case, first filed in December 2023, alleges that Tyson breached the farmers’ contracts, leaving them with millions of dollars in debt.

The lawsuit also claims Tyson intentionally sold the plant to a noncompetitor, Cal-Maine Foods, in order to cut chicken supply and raise market prices.

An investigation by the Watchdog Writers Group, in partnership with Investigate Midwest, revealed that Tyson closely coordinated with Cal-Maine Foods in the sale of the Dexter plant, including attempts to prevent farmers from seeking legal remedies over the broken contracts.

The case has caught the attention of Missouri politicians. Following the November 2023 plant closure, Bailey sent a letter to Tyson CEO Donnie King, where he stated that it is “paramount that you do everything in your power to either keep the facilities open or sell to any interested party, including a competitor.”

In July 2024, U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley sent a public letter to King, which claimed that the CEO deliberately misled him and others by assuring them that the company would sell to a noncompetitor. Three days later, Bailey announced on social platform X his intent to join as a party in the lawsuit.

Tyson has produced 1,325 documents during the lawsuit, of which all but three remain confidential. The plaintiff’s attorneys, Brandon Boulware and Russell Oliver, have argued that Tyson is concealing evidence to break the law.

If allowed to join the case, Bailey’s status as attorney general could put pressure on Tyson.

“We are grateful for the support from the state of Missouri,” Boulware said. “Tyson Foods owes them answers, especially its farmers.”

This story originally appeared in the Columbia Missourian. It can be republished in print or online. 

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