Officials warn of health risks due to floodwaters

(KTRS) – As residents across the state deal with floodwaters, officials say they should also be aware of other health risks. The floodwater can be contaminated with sewage and hazardous materials. The sewage treatment plant in Fentor was flooded this week causing raw sewage to flow into the Meramec River. People should keep children and…

Trump to spend millions on ads in GOP race

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (AP) – Donald Trump says he will begin spending money on campaign advertising, despite what he views as comfortable leads in national and state preference polls. The Republican presidential front-runner says he doesn’t “want to take any chances.” He spoke to reporters Tuesday on his private jet before a rally in nearby…

Fugitive teen, mother expected back in US

Texas (AP) – Authorities say a teen fugitive known for using an “affluenza” defense and his mother are scheduled to depart for the U.S. after a phone call for pizza led to their capture in Mexico. Eighteen-year-old Ethan Couch and his mother, Tonya Couch, were being held at immigration offices in Guadalajara on Tuesday. An immigration…