🌱 Suspect Arrested In North City Murder + More Ways To Vote On Nov. 8

Hello again, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this fall morning with your new edition of the St. Louis Daily. Let's get this Thursday started off right, with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 70 Low: 45.

Here are the top four stories in St. Louis today:

1. On Wednesday, police identified the woman who was shot and killed in south St. Louis early that morning. Diamond Kennell, 21, was found dead in an area near South Broadway and Itaska Street. Kennell was a resident of Itsaka street; her body was found about a mile away. Police are still investigating the homicide. They are asking anyone in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood who might have information to contact them immediately. (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
2. A suspect has been taken into custody over the murder of a North City man. Eddie Johnson, 41, was shot in the 1300 block of Goodfellow Boulevard. Johnson was rushed to the hospital, where he died from his injuries. Police have the suspect in custody at this time. They have not yet released the individual's name or description. (KMOV4)
3. The St. Louis Board of Election Commissioners has created more opportunities for people to vote in the general election on Nov. 8. Thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan, the Election Board has been able to update and improve the entire voting infrastructure for the St. Louis area. Residents will be able to vote at any of the 12 Vote Centers throughout the city, regardless of the precinct. Additionally, there will be four No-Excuse Absentee Centers for those who will be unable to cast their votes on election day. (Press Release Desk)
4. An Interstate 70 travel center is in the works for north St. Louis. The $28 million project will provide north St. Louis with industrial and commercial spaces. Developers estimate that the travel center will cover three city blocks. Meanwhile, several other city projects being developed have encountered roadblocks; there is no word on how this could impact construction and planning for the new travel center. (The Business Journals)

Today in St. Louis:

• Where Did Your Family Come From? at St. Louis County Library Virtual Events (9:00 AM)
• Story Time at Weber Road Branch Library (10:00 AM)
• Lap Time at St. Louis County Library, Indian Trails Branch (10:00 AM)
• True Crime In Missouri at St. Louis Library Thornhill Branch (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Happy birthday to one of the cutest critters at the Saint Louis Zoo! The capybara Aspen turned three on Monday. (Saint Louis Zoo via Facebook)
• If you were disappointed that the Dinner Detectives Murder Mystery Dinner dates were all sold out at the City Museum, we have great news! It has added another date to the event on Nov. 4. Get your tickets before they're gone! (City Museum, St Louis, MO via Facebook)
• If you have a kid who loves science and creating, head on over to the Saint Louis Science Center. They're offering building kits that help kids learn STEAM, solve problems, and have fun. (Saint Louis Science Center via Facebook)
• Show off your pride and support the LGBTQIA community this weekend! Metro East Pride is having its pride celebration on Saturday, Oct. 1. (Pride St. Louis via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Helen Eckhard

About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing assistant at Lightning Media Partners. She is a self-professed logophile who is currently pursuing her master’s degree in library science. Outside of work, you can find Helen constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.