Alayna Chapie 434m33
Reporter, First Alert 4 u6yo
St. Louis 3b4w6v

Alayna Chapie is a reporter/multimedia journalist for First Alert 4. m11e
Before coming to St. Louis, Alayna was with Missouri station KFVS. Before that, she spent the last four years in Columbia, Missouri, where she received a degree in broadcast journalism and a minor in internet technology at the University of Missouri.
Alayna previously worked at KOMU as a multimedia journalist where she covered breaking news, sports and so much more.
Alayna was born and raised in St. Louis and is a lover of all things Cardinals and Blues.
When she is not at work you can find her baking, playing with her dogs or trying out new adventurous things.
Breaking Barriers: Meet the only female mechanic at Lou Fusz 5f534n
Updated: May 11, 2025 at 6:04 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
Nearly 11% of workers in the automotive repair industry are women, and in St. Louis, many in the trade industry want to see that number grow. That includes one mechanic at Lou Fusz.
Laumeier Sculpture Park’s 38th annual art fair is taking place Mother’s Day weekend 60l6r
Updated: May 10, 2025 at 6:41 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
The fair runs through Sunday. There is a $10 ission fee.
Local family shares journey to raise autism awareness 1d3r4b
Updated: Apr. 26, 2025 at 5:24 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
The goal is the bring more awareness and acceptance to autism
Organization helps promote physical and mental health in young boys 1r4m
Updated: Apr. 20, 2025 at 6:02 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
Step by step, the boys are learning that success isn’t just about speed — it’s about showing up for one another.
Moms on a Mission holds ‘Don’t Miss the Dance’ formal attire giveaway 1h5w2p
Updated: Mar. 31, 2025 at 6:34 AM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
High schoolers can pick out a dress, shoes, jewelry and more for free at Moms on a Mission.
Hundreds American Lung Association in ‘Fight for Air Climb’ 154n14
Updated: Mar. 30, 2025 at 8:43 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
With over 35 million people fighting lung disease in the U.S., this event is an important one.
St. Louis non-profit goes mobile, meeting needs of the community 6f151v
Updated: Mar. 24, 2025 at 6:20 AM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
On Sunday, April 5th, the organization will hold a public event at Delmar Devine that includes acudetox, aromatherapy, and brunch.
Tornado clean up continues one week later in Bridgeton neighborhood 5y511u
Updated: Mar. 22, 2025 at 10:18 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
From one neighbor to another, the Bridgeton community is ing forces to help pick up the pieces after a tornado ripped through the community last Friday.
Belle-Clair speedway demolition begins, start of “promising” future for racing 5r6nd
Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
Construction is expected to wrap up later this year, maybe in time for the return of the St. Clair County Fair.
North St. Louis urban farm cultivates community, health and opportunity 2us15
Updated: Mar. 4, 2025 at 7:06 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
The farm is open to the public on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
South Tech High School holds showcase to promote trade industry to younger generation 2m311u
Updated: Mar. 3, 2025 at 11:24 AM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
On Saturday, students from middle school to high school got a glimpse into what their future could look like.
St. Louis man finds purpose through pain creating ‘Dads to Doulas’ program 1x393h
Updated: Feb. 27, 2025 at 6:37 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
The 'Dads to Doulas' program accepts men from all over the United States.
Affton High School fine arts teacher celebrates 60 years of educating 6i5y1x
Updated: Feb. 23, 2025 at 6:13 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
Judy Rethwisch has put on 120 productions during her time at Affton High School.
St. Louis food truck goes viral on TikTok, boosting sales during winter season 2c4b2m
Updated: Feb. 22, 2025 at 5:47 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
The TikTok has over 2.2 million views.
Local flower and chocolate shops prepare for Valentine’s Day rush 6e2a1z
Updated: Feb. 9, 2025 at 5:51 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
Place your Valentine's Day orders!
Report: cancer mortality rates down, new diagnoses in woman and younger adults up 264f2c
Updated: Jan. 27, 2025 at 6:10 AM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
A new report shows cancer mortality rates have declined by 34 percent from 1991 to 2022 in the U.S.
St. Louis man survives near-fatal crash, writes book to educate and inspire others 1x4r
Updated: Jan. 26, 2025 at 7:56 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
'The Drunk Deliverance: Discovering Purpose in Traumatic Experiences' is available for purchase on Amazon.
Sexual assault allegations add to Alton Little Theater woes following recent sewer crisis 5s3n6g
Updated: Jan. 12, 2025 at 5:52 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
Troubles have compounded for the Alton Little Theater after accusations of sexual assault against a “formerly d” person surfaced two weeks after the theater suffered a sewage system crisis.
St. Louis County emergency officials prepare for winter storm 1v4q3u
Updated: Jan. 4, 2025 at 8:20 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
If you are in need of a warm place to stay, the shelter at The Salvation Army on Page is open 24 hours 7 days a week.
New laws set to take effect Jan. 1 in Missouri 265x49
Updated: Dec. 29, 2024 at 6:57 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
There's three new laws for Missourians starting in 2025.
Moms on a Mission annual toy drive helps 695 families this Christmas 75g6d
Updated: Dec. 22, 2024 at 1:03 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
2,500 children will have presents to open on Christmas morning.
Moms on a Mission ‘Pay and Pray’ shop helps give back to those in need 2h455f
Updated: Dec. 16, 2024 at 5:43 AM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
All items at the 'Pay and Pray' shop is 25 cent =s
Volunteers pack Christmas care packages for residents in The Ville neighborhood 6k3221
Updated: Dec. 14, 2024 at 6:22 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul and volunteers collected over 600 blankets for The Ville residents.
Hockey community holds walk to Colin Brown 5s4t21
Updated: Dec. 6, 2024 at 9:28 AM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
The funeral mass for a young hockey player will be held Friday at Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis.
Winter weather doesn’t deter shoppers on Small Business Saturday 2g1r1x
Updated: Nov. 30, 2024 at 10:21 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
Shoppers local businesses even in the snow
Many take in the views at the ‘Thanks for Giving’ parade 2w1p4j
Updated: Nov. 28, 2024 at 6:30 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
The parade welcomes over 120 floats, marching bands and dance teams to the streets of downtown St. Louis.
Local organization works to collect 40,000 holiday cards for nursing home residents 25h2r
Updated: Nov. 24, 2024 at 5:57 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
VOYCE is looking for holiday cards to give to nursing home residents this holiday season.
Local children find forever homes at ‘Adoption Saturday’ event 4d2k5q
Updated: Nov. 23, 2024 at 10:29 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
28 children now have forever homes.
Eureka family thankful to be alive after fire destroys home 1g2t38
Updated: Nov. 22, 2024 at 10:47 AM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
The family of four made it out uninjured.
New system at DMV creates long lines and long wait times across Missouri 4h712q
Updated: Nov. 18, 2024 at 12:33 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
Taking a trip to the Department of Motor Vehicles office isn’t something most people look forward too. It’s the long lines and long wait that turn people away, and even more so this week as the Department of Revenue rolled out a new drivers license and processing system.
Military honored at Veterans Day breakfast 1z3n5v
Updated: Nov. 11, 2024 at 5:14 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
Monday, November 11th is a day to serve those who served for us.
St. Louis half marathon s Saint Louis Crisis Nursery 5w3321
Updated: Nov. 10, 2024 at 10:31 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
The Crisis Nursery has a 24 hour help line: 314-768-3201.
Veterans honored at St. Louis Veterans Day Parade 72605i
Updated: Nov. 9, 2024 at 10:33 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
This was the 41st Annual Veterans Day Parade.
APA Olivette waives adoption fees this weekend b6j6o
Updated: Nov. 8, 2024 at 6:10 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
All adoption are waived this weekend at APA Olivette.
Flash flood concerns for De Soto residents near Joachim Creek 2p767
Updated: Nov. 4, 2024 at 6:06 PM CST
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By Alayna Chapie
De Soto city officials said they are monitoring the situation.
Why are the lines so long at the polls? 4h584y
Updated: Nov. 1, 2024 at 5:40 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
Look at your sample ballot ahead of casting your vote
Can you wear political clothes to the polls? 245z1e
Updated: Oct. 31, 2024 at 5:42 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
According to Missouri law, you can’t not electioneer within 25 feet of a polling place.
Need a ride to the polls? Volunteers offer free rides to voters 31672l
Updated: Oct. 30, 2024 at 6:25 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
You can call 314-562-0411 for a free ride to the polls.
Check sex offender registry before going trick-or-treating on Halloween 5h4q59
Updated: Oct. 29, 2024 at 4:56 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
Illinois and Missouri have -friendly sex offender registry maps
‘The light was friendship’: Cape Girardeau food truck owner helps couple find peace after child loss 216i5
Updated: Oct. 10, 2024 at 6:00 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
"The William” is made with local sausage, local eggs, chihuahua cheese, avocado crema, sriracha, local green onions and cilantro.
Heartland teenager soars high, earning a private pilot’s license at 16 years old j4y3r
Updated: Sep. 16, 2024 at 4:51 AM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
Ben Jones is just 1 out of 7,500 16-19-year-olds to get a private pilot's license in the U.S. in 2023.
Frozen in Time: The waymakers of preserving Cape Girardeau County’s history 5xo1a
Updated: Jul. 18, 2024 at 8:59 AM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
The Cape Girardeau County History Center is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The price of being nice: Consequences of waving a driver through fm2o
Updated: May 6, 2024 at 6:43 PM CDT
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By Alayna Chapie
You could be held liable in an accident If you wave a driver through.
First Alert Investigation: Weighing pros and cons of latest dieting craze 5pd5k
Updated: Nov. 1, 2023 at 6:52 PM CDT
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By Crystal Britt and Alayna Chapie
Thousands across the Heartland are turning to popular weight loss shots as a way to drop pounds. While they are working for many people, there are currently lawsuits and government warnings regarding these medications. We dug deeper to find out what patients need to know before considering these shots.