Sonya Potter

Feb 14, 2025 | ksdk.com | Sonya Potter

Celebrating the joy, arts and community of St. Louis’ Black Historyhere will be a Happy hour at 5 p.m., followed by the program at 6:30 p.m. 5 On Your Side’s Kelly Jackson and Brent Solomon will be there to moderate. ST. LOUIS — 5 On your Side and the Missouri History Museum are teaming up to celebrate the Black History month.

Aug 20, 2024 | ksdk.com | Sonya Potter

Watch the special from 5 On Your Side on TV or 5+. ST. LOUIS — The events of 2014 changed the country forever. Whether you call what happened in Ferguson following the fatal shooting of Michael Brown Jr. protests, unrest, riots or an uprising, it was a catalyst for change. Black St. Louisans, frustrated after years of being targeted by law enforcement, had had enough and took to the streets demanding their voices be heard. A lot has happened in 10 years.

Oct 25, 2023 | ksdk.com | Michelle Li |Sonya Potter

ST. LOUIS — The holidays are quickly approaching and experts predict it will be the busiest travel season since 2019. But thanks to inflation, many travelers may be forced to rethink their holiday plans. A new survey from Bankrate found most travelers are looking for ways to save on their trip. Some people may even consider traveling by car instead of a plane, any small adjustment that can help families make ends meet. Ted Rossman is a senior industry analyst with Bankrate.

Aug 21, 2023 | ksdk.com | Sonya Potter

ST. LOUIS — More people are becoming unpaid caregivers for their loved ones, and turnover in home health care is at an all-time high. In fact, one in five Americans are now taking care of family members. Our Making Ends Meet report found families could be leaving life-changing money on the table simply because they don't know where to get help. Sarah Lovegreen, with the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Missouri, said as healthcare costs continue to soar, there's a 64% turnover in in-home care.

Jul 12, 2023 | ksdk.com | Sonya Potter