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Lufthansa Airlines is adding two additional days to its schedule for St. Louis Lambert International Airport travelers headed to Frankfurt Airport.

Lufthansa Airlines will offer flights five days a week, starting in June.

Raging Rivers WaterPark honors the dedication and service of local heroes with the 5th Annual First Responders Weekend.

The driver who hit the pedestrian was unable to stop in time, the highway patrol said.

A man died after being hit by a car while crossing Missouri-364's eastbound lanes in Saint Charles last night.

Labor Day, a federal holiday that marks the unofficial end of summer in the United States, is often viewed as a day off work or a signal to enjoy barbecues and parades. However, its origins are deeply rooted in the struggles and achievements of American workers. Understanding the history and significance of Labor Day reveals much about the labor movement, workers’ rights, and the evolving nature of work in the U.S. The Birth of Labor Day: A Movement for Workers’ Rights In the late 19th century, the United States underwent rapid industrialization. Factories, railroads, and mines demanded long hours and harsh working conditions from laborers. Many workers, including children, faced grueling schedules with little protection or compensation. This era saw a rise in labor unions, organizations formed to advocate for better wages, reasonable hours, and safer workplaces. The idea of a “workingmen’s holiday” to honor laborers first emerged in the early 1880s.

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September 1st has long been a date marked by significant events that have shaped the course of history across the globe. Arguably the most consequential event to ever take place on September 1st happened in 1939 when World War II erupted. On this day, Nazi Germany launched an invasion of Poland, unleashing a conflict that would engulf much of the world for six devastating years. The attack began with a surprise assault using blitzkrieg tactics — fast-moving and coordinated strikes by air and land forces — overwhelming Polish defenses. This act prompted Britain and France to declare war on Germany, setting off a global conflict that shaped international relations, altered borders, and led to profound social and economic changes worldwide. The war's impact is still deeply felt today, making September 1st a poignant reminder of the costs of aggression and the importance of peace. Stepping back a bit, in 1715, September 1st marked the death of King Louis XIV of France, known

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O’FALLON, Ill. — The Illinois State Police (ISP) Zone 6 is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday evening in O’Fallon. At approximately 7:43 p.m. on Aug. 29, 2025, officers from the O’Fallon Police Department responded to a disturbance call in the 600 block of West Madison Street in O'Fallon involving a man armed with a knife. Upon arrival, officers observed two individuals covered in blood running from the armed man outside the residence. Officers engaged with the man, who refused to drop the knife. An officer discharged their firearm, striking the man. Emergency aid was provided at the scene, but the man was pronounced deceased. The two individuals who fled were transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening cuts and stab wounds. The officer involved was not injured. The ISP conducted a thorough investigation and will submit all reports to the St. Clair County State’s Attorney’s Office. The investigation remains

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