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The North County Police Cooperative is investigating a series of events that has a Pine Lawn neighborhood family saying they're being vandalized, including through the use of a voodoo doll.

Development in the city of St. Louis has fallen off in the past couple years. Increased interest rates and costs are overwhelmingly cited. But the mayor's altered tax incentive policy may also be a factor. Meanwhile, city development agency St. Louis Development Corp. has upped its travel as part of a push to build a roster of developers.

“In St. Louis, for St. Louis” isn't just a slogan, writes WashU Chancellor Andrew D. Martin, who provides data on the university's economic impact to the region.

EDWARDSVILLE - Although Edwardsville's girls' basketball team lost a close decision to Belleville East 49-47 at: Lucco-Jackson Gym on Jan. 30, 2025, sophomore point guard Sophie Shapiro had perhaps the best quote of the night, from the Tigers' perspective. "We'll learn a lot more from this game, and it might be what we needed to fill in some missing pieces, and really prepare us for the postseason," she said. Shapiro has had a very positive impact on the 13-9 Tigers, averaging 4.1 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. She also has 42 assists, 38 steals, and four blocked shots to add to her resume, as Edwardsville gets ready for the IHSA Class 4A playoffs, beginning later in February. She is a Spencer Homes Female Athlete of the Month for the Tigers. Shapiro has an upbeat, positive look on things for Edwardsville, and felt that the Tigers bounced back well in the second half, after a difficult first half against the Lancers. "Good comeback, tough first half," Shapiro said, summing

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Tarlton, St. Louis’ largest women-owned general contracting and construction management firm, promoted Ashley Claxton to human resources generalist II. Claxton, who joined the Tarlton human resources team in July 2021, participates in employee training and development and employee relations, as well as the recruitment and onboarding of new hires. “Ashley has an unwavering commitment to […]

What is the most romantic movie? Where is the most romantic locale in St. Louis?

The now-Clayton-based company offered a peak inside its new offices inside a building that now bears its name.

Police have arrested two teens accused of stealing a vehicle and shooting at officers during a prolonged pursuit last spring.

ALTON – 2024 brought another year of excellence in a variety of ways to OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center that encompassed, among other things, clinical operations, service offerings, community outreach, and the introduction of a new – and unique – Mission Partner. First, and most importantly, in terms of clinical excellence, OSF Saint Anthony’s received a total of seven (7) awards/certifications/accreditations in recognition of its diligent dedication to providing and sustaining a patient-centered focus in its health care Ministry. Last year, OSF Saint Anthony’s was the only hospital in the St. Louis metro east region to receive two (2) consecutive “A” grades from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries

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DEVO has announced a new set of tour dates for 2025.The band will hit the road on their 50 Years of Devolution … Continued tour, starting May 1 in Philadelphia,…

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Police said the incident occurred Tuesday in the 400 block of Scenic Drive in the north St. Louis County municipality.

O'FALLON, IL. — The O'Fallon Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam that has recently targeted citizens in the area. The scam involves callers impersonating law enforcement officials, specifically identifying themselves as Sgt. Lee Graham from the St. Clair County Sheriff's Department. O'Fallon Police said in two reported incidents, victims received phone calls claiming they had warrants issued for failing to appear in court. The callers sometimes referred to the situation as involving federal court and mentioned the name of a current federal judge from the district to lend credibility to their claims. O'Fallon Police said to further persuade the victims, additional individuals were added to the call, making the scam appear more legitimate. The scammers instruct victims to withdraw money from their bank accounts and deposit it into a Bitcoin ATM. "The O'Fallon Police Department emphasizes that at no point will legitimate law enforcement request payment

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GODFREY - Get ready to flex those brain muscles and dive into a night of trivia while supporting The Nature Institute (TNI) in its epic quest for education, restoration, and preservation. TNI invites the public for a fun-filled Trivia Night fundraiser at Godfrey KC Hall, located at 1713 Stamper Lane in Godfrey, IL., on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. Doors swing open at 5:30 p.m., and the trivia questions kick-off at 6 p.m. Grab your squad and register ahead of time or pay at the door, it'll be $150 per table ($18.75 per person). “We’re thrilled to bring back this trivia night fundraiser," Ramona Pollard, director of TNI outreach, said. "Teaming up to tackle quirky questions is a fantastic way to connect with family and friends while giving back to our community. There are cash prizes for the top two teams, plus cool silent auction goodies up for grabs." Feel free to bring along some tasty snacks for your table, but remember: alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase,

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ALTON - The Alton Marina is preparing for another great season, with several events lined up this summer. Rob Honke, Alton Marina manager, explained that the marina is currently winterized and undergoing some minor repairs during this winter season, including replacing exposed deck boards with concrete. He is excited to welcome back boaters from around the country once the weather warms up, and he promises fun events for everyone to enjoy on the river. “We’re getting ready for the next season,” he said. “It’s a nice lull in the action. It’s not that there’s nothing to do. There are things to do, but we aren’t quite as pressed. We shorten our hours. We close the office on Sundays. Basically right now, our main focus is making sure the boats are safe and making sure the aerators are on when the ice comes.” Honke thanked Stutz Excavating for their work on the concrete, noting that it will likely be completed by the middle

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EDWARDSVILLE – Super Bowl weekend is here, and the Edwardsville Police Department is reminding football fans and Super Bowl partygoers that designated drivers are the best defense against the dangers of impaired driving. If your Super Bowl celebration involves alcohol or cannabis, plan for a safe ride home with a sober driver. If you’re hosting the party, take care of the designated drivers. Fans don’t let fans drive drunk. “Everyone wants to have a good time on Super Bowl night, so we want our community residents and guests to plan for safe rides home,” said Lt. Brandn Whittaker. “Even one drink or hit can impair judgment. You should never put yourself or others at risk because you made the choice to drive impaired.” Whether you’re attending a party, hosting a small gathering, or going out to a bar, keep safety at the forefront of your day and night. When it’s time to leave, make sure your designated driver is sober. Also remember,

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There’s a coup underway in the federal government. Across the rest of the nation, people seeking to endear themselves with President Trump or his supporters are doing the same sort of thing at the state level. Refusing to even acknowledge long-standing rights or court precedent, legislators are becoming the Project 2025 they want to see […]

St. Louis lawmakers on Tuesday gave final approval to a deal to abate earnings taxes for an accounting firm so that it will stay and grow downtown.