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Blake Craig made up for three missed field goals in regulation by hitting from 37 yards in the second overtime, and Vanderbilt kicker Brock Taylor missed a 31-yarder to keep the game going to allow No. 7 Missouri to escape with a 30-27 win in double-overtime Saturday night.

Authorities say a man was carjacked and stripped to his underwear overnight in south St. Louis while responding to a person who faked a call for help.

Where is the wealthiest place in Missouri? It's a village in St. Louis County with less than 100 residents, according to a recent Forbes report.

Burglars broke into popular St. Louis restaurant Crown Candy overnight and stole an undisclosed amount of money, according to its business owner.

UPS plans to hire around 2,300 seasonal employees in the St. Louis area as the holiday shopping season comes closer.

ALTON - The Mississippi Earthtones Festival drew hundreds of people to the riverfront for a day of art, entertainment and environmentalism. From 12–10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at the Alton Amphitheater, community members could enjoy vendors, live music, food trucks, art displays and more. The event was hosted by Alton Main Street, the Sierra Club and Jacoby Arts Center. “We've got this dialed in,” said Sara McGibany, executive director of Alton Main Street. “This has been the smoothest setup we've had so far. We were able to expand the number of vendors we were able to accept this year up to 130. We are just already rocking and rolling.” Attendees could participate in art projects and learn more about environmentalism and conservation. The free, family-friendly event commemorated It’s Our River Day, and many attendees were eager to learn more about the Mississippi River. “We try to give a platform for anybody who has any sor

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EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville Township hosted their tenth annual Touch-A-Truck event. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at Township Park in Edwardsville, community members could come out to see over 40 trucks and vehicles, including firetrucks, ambulances, police vehicles, buses and a helicopter. Kids could climb into the vehicles, honk the horns, try the sirens and more. “It's been a great day. We’ve had hundreds of kids out here having a blast,” said Edwardsville Township Supervisor Kevin Hall. “The smiles on kids’ faces, that’s why we do it. Seeing them, all ages, just loving it, honking the horns, eating the treats, everything.” People came from around the Metro East area and across the river to attend the event. Hall said they gave out 500 goodie bags. He noted that while the Touch-A-Truck event is fun, it’s also a chance to educate kids. If a child ever has to ride in an ambulance, for example, hopefully

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