Patch Weekend News Roundup: Happy Father's Day

Check out these share-worthy stories from across the Patch network. Interested in writing your own? Blog for Patch and become the voice of your community.

Take Dad Somewhere Nice For Father's Day

Where are you taking your dad?

Children Watch As Mother Gunned Down In Attempted Carjacking

“You just want to cry when you think about it," said St. Louis County prosecutor Robert McCulloch.

Saint Louis Waitress Apologizes For Racist SnapChat Video

Tabitha Duncan says she has black friends and didn't know she was being recorded, adding that she is "so sorry."

Some Citizens Say University City Is Keeping Them In The Dark

The city has answered only selective questions on the Olive/170 TIF and refused to release some key documents.

MICDS Teacher Accused Of Sex Crimes In Ste. Genevieve County

Richard Joseph Schwartz Ives is accused of paying a boy under 15 about $200 for sex.

Police Are Still Looking For 3 Men In Metro Attack, 3 Charged

Can you help police identify suspects that carried out a brutal attack on the Metro Monday afternoon?

Anti-Vaxxers Making Kansas City Vulnerable To Outbreaks: Study

A new study identified certain metropolitan hotspots in the U.S. vulnerable to vaccine-preventable diseases. Kansas City was on the list.

Hot Car Deaths: Missouri Has A Problem

Missouri, like most states, hasn't strengthened laws or implemented new policies to stem the rising number of kids who die in hot cars.

Missouri Ranks Among Worst States For Childhood Violence

A new report ranked every state based on "childhood enders" — such as childhood violence — that cause kids to miss out on childhood.

Saint Louis Named Third Worst City In United States

Do you agree with the report's findings, or does St. Louis have some silver linings that it missed?

St. Louis Will No Longer Prosecute For Small Amounts Of Pot

“Effective immediately we will no longer issue possession of marijuana cases under 100 grams as the lead charge!” the circuit attorney said.

Don't Miss 'Gateway To The Stars' At The Gateway Arch

The joint study session included talk of selling a school administration building and a discussion of when eminent domain would be used.

Loop Trolley Delayed Yet Again

After a recent infusion of cash, the Trolley had been slated to open by late spring. Alas, it's not to be.

Saint Louis July 4th Fireworks, Parades and More: 2018 Guide

Get the dog some earmuffs, because St. Louis loves its fireworks. Here's your guide for 2018.

Across America

• A Son's Poignant Father's Day Gift For His Dad With Alzheimer's
• Animal Tales: Wayward Bears, Fox In A Jar And A Missing Toucan
• While It Seems Your Kids Grow Up Fast, It's All In Your Head
• Check Out The Eagles Super Bowl Championship Rings
• 'Baby Daddy' Card Featuring Black Couple Taken Off Target Shelves
• Bishop: Excommunicate Catholics Involved In Immigration Policies
• Cold Case: Dad Claims He Solved Daughter’s ‘Killing Field’ Murder
• Georgia Babysitter's Dog Mauls 5-Month-Old To Death
• Free Work Snacks Are Costing You A Lot Of Empty Calories
• Trump Foundation Sued By New York For 'Persistent' Violations
• Get Excited For Amazon Prime Day 2018

Thanks for reading. To get neighborhood coverage first, subscribe to your local Patch for breaking news alerts.

Image via Shutterstock