🌱 Teen Detainee Attempts Escape + Elton John Farewell Tour

Happy Tuesday, St. Louis! Let's start today off on an informed note, shall we? Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in town.

First, today's weather:

A morning shower. High: 61 Low: 58.

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Here are the top 3 stories in St. Louis today:

1. A vehicle crashed into two parked cars at the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department's headquarters on Monday morning. Officials say one of the vehicles belonged to a civilian, while the other was an unmarked police car. The crash happened around 7:30 a.m. in the 1900 block of Olive Street. (KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis)
2. An 18-year-old detainee attacked a leader at the St. Louis Juvenile Detention Center on Saturday during an attempt to free his fellow high-risk escape detainees. Police say the youth leader on duty suffered a head injury from the attack, and the assailant was transported to the hospital for a hand injury sustained while breaking windows. Officers were able to return all released juveniles back into their cells and secured the pod. (KSDK.com)
3. Elton John is bringing his Farewell Yellowbrick Road Tour to St. Louis tomorrow. The legendary musician, known for hits such as "Rocket Man" and "Tiny Dancer," will perform at the Enterprise Center beginning at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available online starting at $200. (KMOV4)

Today in St. Louis:

• AARP Tax-Aide At Lewis And Clark Branch Library (9:30 AM)
• Grab And Go After School Meals At Lewis And Clark Branch Library (3:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• St. Louis County Police Department detectives are seeking the public's assistance in identifying vandalism suspects. If you have information about the subjects featured in the surveillance footage, please contact Detective McClain at 314-615-0716. (Facebook)
• The 2022 Gateway Outdoor Expo and GO! St. Louis Marathon & Family Fitness Weekend are just around the corner! Don't forget to stop by the St. Louis County Parks booth this Friday and Saturday at America's Center. (Facebook)
• Join McDonald’s and PrideSTL for Pride Idol 2022! The first week’s competition will be held on Apr. 7 at Prism STL, so stop by to compete for a chance to sing on the main stage at PrideFest 2022. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right. See you all tomorrow morning for another 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.