CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) -- Families and children across the State of Illinois now have more choices at the grocery store after the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) expanded its food package offerings. Every year, the USDA reviews the most up to date recommendations, then WIC implements those changes. The Champaign [...]
For Lori Merriman, she said the proposed data center project in Festus isn’t just another development plan — it’s something that could directly affect her family and her home.
A St. Louis Circuit Court judge signed an arrest warrant for a Florissant wanted for attacking his boss last week shortly after being fired from his job.
It was another Sunday morning of sometimes heated but always civil political debate on Hancock and Kelley for Sunday, March 8, 2026. Republican consultant John Hancock and Democratic consultant Michael Kelley discussed the following topics:
Even after the offseason trades of Nolan Arenado and Brendan Donovan, the St. Louis Cardinals' big-league infield still projects to be a bit crowded entering 2026. But one of the organization's newer prospects, Blaze Jordan, hopes to eventually work his way into the mix as a corner infielder with prodigious power.
Women recognized for strengthening communities across the country were honored this weekend as Nexstar Media Group hosted its annual Remarkable Women national celebration in Nashville.
A prayer service was held at the Saint Genevieve Detention Center to show solidarity with immigrants being detained by ICE, and to pray for the inmates, ICE officers, and politicians.
ST. LOUIS - River levels are still rising in some areas, especially along the Meramec and Big River. Minor flooding is occurring along the Meramec from Valley Park to Sullivan, but by tonight and early tomorrow, Arnold and Fenton will also see some very minor flooding. Moderate flooding is possible today along the Meramec River [...]
River levels continue to rise along the Meramec and Big Rivers, prompting the extension of flood warnings across several Missouri communities Sunday. Minor flooding is currently occurring in areas ranging from Valley Park to Sullivan.
The Dred Scott Heritage Foundation honored 16 people at their Freedom Awards Reception today, celebrating their 20th anniversary and the honorees' lifetime of service in their respective fields.
ST. LOUIS -- The Saint Louis Holi Festival was held today at Stacy Park. Holi is a Hindu holiday to celebrate the end of winter and the start of spring. The festiva was expected to bring-in around 4,000. Participants also got to join-in on a color throw every 30 minutes which is when bright powders [...]
Firefighters in St. Louis are installing 1,000 smoke alarms this weekend as part of the "Smoke Alarm Blitz" initiative, in partnership with the Red Cross, to help prevent fire-related deaths.
Passengers on a MetroLink train in St. Louis experienced a shattered window, causing panic and confusion, though no shots were fired and authorities are investigating the incident as property damage.
SPANISH LAKE, Mo. -- A man was found dead in a Spanish Lake front yard Saturday. Police were seen on Larimore Road, near Larimore School. St. Louis County Police tell FOX 2 that they believe this was likely an overdose. No other information has been released.
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. -- An officer died Friday night in East St. Louis. Officer Rayvion Smith was found in the 200-block of Missouri Avenue. "Officer Smith was a young man with a bright future ahead of him. Those who knew him describe him as dedicated, respectful, and committed to serving the people of East [...]
ST. LOUIS -- People across the St. Louis region spent the day cleaning up damage from last night's storm. Fox 2 Extreme Weather Specialist Chris Higgins continues our team coverage.