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1925 Tri-State Tornado: The worst in American history
SUMMARY: The Great Tri-State Tornado, marking its 100th anniversary today, remains the deadliest and longest-track F5 tornado in U.S. history. Spanning 219 miles, it devastated parts of Southeast Missouri, Illinois, and Southwestern Indiana, lasting over three hours. The tornado killed 695 people, with Jackson County, Illinois, suffering the highest toll—more than 300 fatalities. Winds reached 200 mph, and the twister, up to a mile wide at times, caused catastrophic damage, with debris driven through trees. The event is still regarded as the most destructive tornadic disaster in American history.
The Great Tri-State Tornado, the longest tracked F5 tornado in U.S. history, devastated Southeast Missouri, Illinois, and Southwest Indiana on March 18, 1925, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming 695 lives. FOX 2’s John Fuller shares more.
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Ex-Manchester police captain sues city, claims he was forced to resign
SUMMARY: Craig Smith, former captain and deputy chief of the Manchester Police Department, filed a lawsuit claiming he was coerced into resigning in July 2024 without due process amid a city investigation. Smith alleges city officials, including the mayor and city manager, pressured him by threatening criminal charges despite the investigation focusing on minor, non-criminal leadership issues. He claims he was denied a chance to defend himself and that officials damaged his reputation by telling prospective employers he resigned “under investigation.” Smith seeks compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, and harm to his career. The city plans to defend the lawsuit.
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Kathy Kaiser returns with some film reviews of some new releases
SUMMARY: Kathy Kaiser reviews new releases, starting with tonight’s Cardinals vs. Nationals game, hoping for a strong batting performance in hot weather. She discusses the new Superman film, directed by James Gunn from St. Louis, praising David Corenswet’s portrayal though missing more Clark Kent focus. The film introduces many characters for the evolving DC Universe, earning 4 out of 5 popcorn. Kathy also highlights a Nat Geo documentary on Steven Spielberg’s filmmaking challenges, rating it 5 out of 5. The documentary, co-produced by Amblin, offers a compelling behind-the-scenes look and streams on Disney Plus and Hulu. More reviews to come.
ST. LOUIS – Looking for a new movie to watch? Kathy Kaiser shares her thoughts on new releases such as Superman, The Better Sister, and Jaws @ 50, an anniversary celebration and re-release of Jaws (1975).
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How to spot Amazon Prime Day scams
SUMMARY: Amazon’s longest Prime Day sale, now lasting four days, has increased opportunities for scammers targeting shoppers. Cybersecurity experts warn about phishing emails, fake websites, and fraudulent text messages mimicking Amazon to steal personal and credit card information. Scammers send messages claiming order issues to trick users into clicking malicious links. Over 120,000 fake Amazon websites have been identified, designed to capture sensitive data by copying Amazon’s site but using deceptive URLs. Experts advise verifying orders directly on Amazon’s official website and carefully checking URLs and email addresses to avoid falling victim to these scams during the Prime Day event.
Amazon Prime Day can be a prime time for shoppers. Adobe Analytics forecasts Prime Day will generate $23.8 billion in sales across retailers, up 28% from the same period last year. Cybersecurity experts say scammers are also looking to cash in.
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