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William J. "Bill" Billeaud, Sr., age 88, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Monday, February 17, 2025.

"Our hearts go out to their loved ones during this imaginable loss," St. Louis Police Capt. Christi Marks said. "Everyone's heart is broken when our society's most innocent loses a life."

The St. Louis County Police Department is asking for those with tips or information about the incident to call investigators at 636-529-8210. To remain anonymous or potentially receive a reward, contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

A since-repealed ordinance intended to create a buffer between anti-abortion activists and those seeking reproductive care.

Louvenia Jenkins, who grew up in East St. Louis, was one of the first Black homeowners in Pacific Palisades. She lived in that house for 57 years. Until Jan. 7.

Edgar, 78, a moderate Republican who was raised in Coles County, served two terms as governor from 1991 to 1999.

Rodney Jetton was hired to help embattled House Speaker Dean Plocher navigate a scandal.

Williamson, Jr., Frank S. — St. Louis, MO

Frank S. Williamson Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, educator, and beloved community member, passed away on February 25, 2025, at the age of 98 in Emporia, KS.

Ken'vonte Bownes, 21, was charged with robbery and armed criminal action in St. Louis County. He was booked into jail early Thursday and was in custody on a $200,000 bond.

Bridgeton police Chief Mark Mossotti said officers were called about 6 p.m. Thursday for an assault at the gas station at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road.

A St. Louis jury awarded a $1.3 million verdict to a St. Louis boy. The Missouri Supreme Court reversed that decision on Friday.

In another example of how GOP-led states are not following the cost-cutting lead of billionaire Elon Musk in his role as an adviser to President Donald Trump

After opening in January 2024, Homer G. Phillips Memorial Hospital had 15 emergency beds and an imaging center

Comptroller Darlene Green is a fixture at St. Louis City Hall. Now she's facing perhaps her strongest election challenge in 30 years.

Self defense or murder? A jury faced a decision on the road-rage incident, and fatal shooting, in Fenton.

The delay largely centers around medication abortions. St. Louis and Kansas City clinics believed they needed to get state approval for 'complication plans' first.

“Tishaura Jones and I disagree on many things,” Spencer said. “But I would never blatantly lie and spread false claims in order to advance my campaign.”

St. Louis police said it wasn't clear what the drum contained or what caused it to explode, about 11 a.m. Friday.

The board called the offer unserious, with unreasonable strings attached.