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The victim, Devin C. Smart of St. Louis, was pronounced dead at the scene at about 12:15 a.m. Thursday.

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden directed federal security agencies on Thursday to continue assisting all levels of law enforcement investigating the terrorist attack in New Orleans in which a pickup truck driver plowed through crowds on Bourbon Street, killing at least 14 people and injuring dozens of others. Biden met with Vice President Kamala Harris, Attorney […]

Sheriff Alfred Montgomery says former sheriff Vernon Betts and his staff took files and cabinets, furniture, keys, books and other vital information on their way out the door earlier this week.

Just before 3 a.m. on Wednesday—closing time for The Wheelhouse in downtown St. Louis—fights involving crowds of more than two dozen people are interrupted by gunfire from a police officer from Leadington, Missouri, working security at the bar.

Miles of LED Christmas lights synchronized to rocking Christmas music – that’s what you’ll find at WonderLight’s Christmas at World Wide Technology Raceway. Open nightly from Nov. 15 to Jan. […]

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Garden Glow at the Missouri Botanical Garden dazzles visitors with its exquisite light displays year after year. Come to celebrate the season with more than two million twinkling lights, beautiful […]

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—former Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and a member of both the U.S. Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees—will join the U.S. Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee in the 119th Congress. Duckworth served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years before retiring from military service in 2014 at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and is an Iraq War Veteran and Purple Heart recipient. She was among the first Army women to fly combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom. “After years of working hard to support our Veterans who sacrifice so much to defend our national security and keep Americans safe, it is an honor to join the U.S. Senate Veteran Affairs’ Committee to continue my work—and my life’s mission—to ensure these heroes are provided with the care and support they have earned,” said Senator Duckworth. “As

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Taqueria Morita, a Mexican restaurant in the Cortex Innovation District, will close less than a year after its opening.

A state appeals court sided with Missouri Gov. Mike Parson over St. Louis County Executive Sam Page on who can appoint the St. Louis County prosecuting attorney, ending a month-long legal battle. In a ruling Thursday, the circuit court's Dec. 20 judgment was affirmed. Parson's pick for prosecuting attorney, Melissa Price Smith, a St. Louis County assistant prosecuting attorney and supervisor for the office's Sexual Assault and Child Abuse team, will replace outgoing prosecutor and Congressman-elect…

One man died after a house fire on New Year's Day in Jennings.

A winter storm system is expected to bring up to eight inches of mixed precipitation to the St. Louis area, with areas north of I-70 seeing mainly snow, areas south of metro St. Louis facing significant icing, and the metro area in a transition zone with many forms of winter precipitation in the forecast.

A price tag for the contract will now be negotiated, the airport director said Thursday.

Jeffrey R. Murphy has been named president of Taylor Ridge Drilled Foundations, Inc. His appointment marks the completion of a 10-year acquisition process of the Taylor Ridge, IL-based company by members of the ownership team of Drilling Service Co. Inc. of St. Louis, MO. Jeffrey Murphy is also executive vice president of Drilling Service Co. […]

Students returned to class Thursday at Washington Middle School, but their school resource officer did not.

KSDK (Channel 5) also intends to sell the downtown building in which it has operated for more than 40 years.

Statistics from the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department show 149 homicides reported in 2024, marking a notable drop compared to over a decade ago.

MARYVILLE - Anderson Hospital welcomed its first baby of the year 2025 early on Jan. 1, 2025, with the birth of a boy named Kimani at 1:06 a.m. Kimani weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces and measured 19 inches in length. The proud parents, Briana and Mark, expressed their joy at the arrival of their son. The hospital extended its congratulations to the family and wished them a year filled with love, health, and happiness. The birth of Kimani marks a celebratory moment for the hospital, which has a tradition of recognizing the first newborn of the year.

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ALTON - Marquette Catholic High School senior Davin Thomas has been named a Tucker’s Automotive Repair & Tire Male Athlete of the Month for Marquette Catholic. He was recognized for his outstanding performance as a bowler for the Explorers. Thomas expressed gratitude towards his parents and coach Mark Jones for their unwavering support in his athletic journey. “I’ve been the most consistent bowler on the team and also have a perfect 300 game this year,” Thomas said, highlighting his achievements on the lanes. As he looks ahead to his future, Thomas is considering pursuing bowling at the collegiate level, although he has not yet determined which school he will attend. In addition to his bowling aspirations, he is also interested in majoring in mechanical engineering. Beyond bowling, Thomas has participated as a junior varsity golfer for the Explorers, showcasing his versatility as an athlete.

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From Work Design:  The musician Prince once said, “What’s missing from pop music is danger. There’s no excitement and mystery.” Replace music with the corporate office landscape and the sentiment still applies: there is a formulaic strategy that is pervasive, even as designers strive to create destination workplaces. The amenities race has run its course, […]