The Illinois Department of Public Health has expanded its list of high-risk ZIP codes for lead exposure, recommending mandatory testing for children under 12 living in those areas, with the goal of implementing universal testing for lead exposure across all Illinois ZIP codes by 2026.
A central Illinois man has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in the 2020 killings of his uncle and two other men. A judge sentenced 22-year-old Cloanger Robinson of Danville on Tuesday to natural life after a jury convicted him on three counts of first-degree murder.
A former Lindenwood University and youth hockey coach appeared in federal court on Tuesday to be sentenced for sexually abusing two underage boys and recording that abuse.
Dr. Tim Keane has been named the new Chancellor of Webster University, bringing with him extensive experience in the private sector and higher education, including successful fundraising, enrollment growth, and entrepreneurial achievements.
With the threat of inclement weather looming over the St. Louis area, many cities and events in the region are rescheduling their Fourth of July celebrations.
Inflation concerns are hitting the holiday table, with average Fourth of July cookout costs expected to soar to their highest level ever, according to new research.
Your utility bills could look a little higher come next year. Two St. Louis-area utility providers, Missouri American Water and Ameren Missouri, have formally filed requests to increase their base rates.
The O'Fallon Heritage and Freedom Fest is a four-day event featuring delicious food, fireworks, carnival rides, games, music, and a parade, with headliner Bret Michaels performing on Country Night and a fireworks display on Family Night.
ST. LOUIS - AAA is projecting that many millions of people will travel for this July 4th holiday. In fact, AAA is expecting record-setting travel numbers for trips in cars and on planes. AAA believes that travel numbers for this July 4th holiday could top pre-pandemic numbers from back in 2019. July 3rd and July [...]
ST. LOUIS - Early morning sub-severe thunderstorms will bring some heavy rain to the region to start our Wednesday. This will be the first of several rounds of rain and storms that we will be tracking over the next 48 hours. The morning rain will fade as the sun comes up. Hot and humid Wednesday, [...]
The SLPS Board of Education has approved a $40 million alternative transportation strategy plan that will utilize a variety of providers, including medical vans and rideshare services, to ensure student safety.
A swarm of 20,000 honey bees were found in the upstairs rectory of All Souls Catholic Parish, prompting a beekeeper to safely remove and rehome the insects, while also yielding 50 pounds of honey.
It’s news that could greatly impact the future of the St. Louis Convention Center: Kitty Ratcliffe, the longtime President of Explore St. Louis, is stepping down after 18 years leading the team.