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St. Louis is expecting another round of snow Tuesday morning through early Wednesday, leaving some drivers wondering how much snow is worth clearing off their vehicles.

ST. LOUIS - With low, cold temperatures looming this week in the St. Louis region, keeping your furry friends warm and secured will be another task in mind for owners. In its press release launched today, Feb. 17, the Humane Society of Missouri announced safety tips for pet owners to consider amidst this week’s extreme winter weather.

Leaders of Missouri’s public defender system urged lawmakers on Monday to take action to reduce the growing number of people languishing in jails across the state who are in need of mental health treatment. As of last month, 418 people were in Missouri jails waiting to be transferred to a state mental health bed, up […]

Snow becomes “likely, mainly after 3 p.m.,” Tuesday and continuing into early Wednesday, the National Weather Service said.

TROY - Mikayla Cavaness grew up around dogs. Now, she’s caring for them in her own way, where the dog’s happiness and fulfillment are the priorities. Cavaness owns Fetching Pet Company, a dog-grooming and daycare business in Troy that specializes in dog behavior and enrichment. The daycare is structured so dogs have designated play and rest times with enrichment experiences, while the grooming takes place one-on-one in a private suite meant to decrease stress. Cavaness explained the importance of not just loving dogs, but understanding them. “At Fetching Pet Company, we’re just basically rooted in understanding dogs’ natural needs, behavioral needs and their emotions,” she said. “It's not just about getting them in, doing assembly-line grooming or letting them play. We really care about fulfilling them as a whole, which I think is really important.” Cavaness started working in her mother’s dog-grooming business as a teen.

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The Alton Police Department is investigating the death of a man inside a residence early Monday morning.

JERSEY COUNTY — A one-car crash on McCluskey Road on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, resulted in injuries to two occupants, according to Jersey County Sheriff Nick Manns. Manns reported that the vehicle was carrying a 30-year-old male and a 34-year-old female at the time of the accident. Both individuals were transported to Jersey Community Hospital for treatment, Sheriff Manns said. "The male was subsequently flown to a hospital in St. Louis for further medical care," he added. No additional details about the circumstances of the crash have been released at this time. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.

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In the wake of FedEx’s closure of one of its warehouses in the St. Louis area, the building's owner said it’s found a new partial tenant to take the space.

More than 100 newly awarded Eagle Scouts took to Jefferson City Monday as lawmakers congratulated the close to 830 scouts that were awarded the eagle in 2024.

St. Louis Community College will host a week-long career clothing drive with drop-off points at four different locations.

ALTON — The Alton Police Department responded to a report of a dog fight involving stray dogs at a residence on Liberty Street on Feb. 17, 2025. Officers also were called to the scene after a resident was bitten by one of the stray dogs. Upon arrival, officers encountered an active altercation between two dogs. In an effort to stop the aggression and prevent further injuries, one officer discharged his firearm, resulting in the death of one of the dogs. Animal Control Officers later arrived and attempted to restrain the remaining stray dog. However, the dog displayed aggressive behavior towards the officers, leading to it being shot as well, Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford said. The investigation revealed that the resident sustained a minor injury from the dog bite but declined any further medical treatment. Alton Police Chief Jason Ford addressed the incident and said: “No officer goes to work wanting to use their firearm, regardless of whether it’s against a human

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VIRDEN — A 10-year-old boy has died following a residential structure fire in Virden on Saturday morning. Feb. 15, 2025. Jacob James was pronounced dead at the scene of the fire at 10:06 a.m., according to Macoupin County Coroner Anthony Kravanya. An autopsy performed on Monday, Feb.17, 2025, indicated that Jacob died from smoke inhalation, the Macoupin County Coroner Anthony Kravanya said. "The circumstances surrounding the fire and the child's death are currently under investigation by the Macoupin County Coroner’s Office and the Office of the State Fire Marshal," added Kravanya. Further details regarding the cause of the fire have not yet been released, and authorities are continuing their inquiries into the tragic event.

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Pianos for People, a non-profit in St. Louis, was featured on the Kelly Clarkson show Monday for their work donating pianos and giving free lessons to local families.

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS - Educators gathered in Fairview Heights to talk about the potential effects they would face if the Department of Education is eliminated. On Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, the Illinois Federation of Teachers and Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski hosted a roundtable for teachers to share their stories, ask questions, and talk about concerns following President Donald Trump’s calls to dismantle the Department of Education and his nomination of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education. “Why we wanted to host this event today is I think it’s important for constituents to understand what the Department of Education does, what it means when a big agency like that is dismantled,” Budzinski said. “It means…much larger class sizes, fewer teachers, fewer resources for special needs students and elimination of summer programs. So people need to understand the impact is real and it’s local. It’s not this abstract Washington, D.C. jargon.

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It's unclear what caused the incident.

Board passes resolution urging contracting company to voluntarily recognize SEIU as bargaining agent for 100-plus guards who work for a private company hired by Lambert.

Planned Parenthood celebrated a judge's ruling that allowed abortion services to resume.