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A winter storm has arrived in St. Louis, with sleet and snow accumulations expected to range from 4" to 12"+, and windy conditions causing potential power outages due to falling tree limbs and powerlines.

David Sukhin's Snow Day Calculator, which uses an algorithm to predict the chances of a snow day, has grown from a middle school project to a nationwide phenomenon, with over 5 million unique users a year.

Is the Gulf of Mexico the ‘single best opportunity’ to store climate-warming gas — or would that pose an existential threat to wildlife and people?

Tutu-wearing primate is safely with its caretaker after rescue in Jefferson County.

TROY - A man from Troy with a history of burglary convictions faces new charges in his latest burglary case involving a residence and two vehicles. Chase R. Clark, 28, of Troy, was charged with one count of residential burglary (a Class 1 felony) and two counts of burglary (both Class 3 felonies) on Dec. 17, 2024. The day prior on Dec. 16, 2024, Clark allegedly entered a Collinsville residence without authority and with the intent to commit a theft, according to court documents. He was additionally charged with burglarizing two vehicles, including a 2016 GMC Terrain and 2014 Nissan Altima. According to a petition to deny his pretrial release, Clark was identified on Ring home surveillance video entering the victims’ garage. They told authorities both vehicles in their garage had been “tampered with,” and also reported a bicycle missing. The petition notes Clark has prior convictions of burglary from both Madison and Macoupin Counties. Among the other prior

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ALTON - With the 2025 lame duck session set to begin this weekend, State Senator Erica Harriss stopped by “Our Daily Show!” with C.J. Nasello to reflect on the past year. Harriss noted that 2024 was her second year in office, and she said it was “awesome.” With her recent induction to the Women in Technology Task Force and her continued push for a property tax freeze for seniors, she has stayed busy throughout her first term and looks ahead to a positive future. “Really, we had a great, effective year number two,” she said. “It continues to be an honor to be able to represent people in our district. It’s great being in Springfield, but I love being back in the district and just being able to connect with people and groups and organizations and hear what’s important to you.” Harriss emphasized that most of her initiatives come from the people she represents. She pointed to Rusty Wheat as an example, a local ma

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that St. Clair and Washington counties will receive $89.5 million in federal disaster aid to support recovery efforts following mid-July’s string of severe storms and tornadoes. The funding, which was included in December’s end-of-year government spending bill, will be administered through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). “I was proud to support legislation that provides disaster relief to the people of St. Clair and Washington counties following last summer’s devastating storms,” said Bost. “This funding will be critical in rebuilding existing infrastructure and bolstering defenses against future storms and flooding. At a time when folks are working to restore their damaged homes and communities, I’m glad they will have the resources necessary to speed the process along.”

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ST. LOUIS - Taking MetroLink or MetroBus even a day or two a week saves commuters money on gas, maintenance and parking – it also helps them stay active and reduce stress. Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT), in partnership with St. Clair County Transit District, has therefore launched a new initiative encouraging area commuters to consider taking transit in the new year. The goal of the “Make Transit Your Ride in 2025” campaign is to connect with those new to the safe, integrated public transit system and show them how they can take advantage of CMT’s FREE Try & Ride program that provides personalized route information, helpful resources and complimentary transit tickets. Registration is available at www.CMT-STL.org . “Transit is a great consideration for those looking to save money, increase exercise and reduce stress in the new year,” said Kimberly Cella, executive director of Citizens for Modern Transit. “Research shows transit users

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Confidence is not easily acquired but once gained you can continue to embellish it and let the legend grow. For anyone who knows me, Bob Gibson is my hero and the greatest sports star ever born. I always talk about him and these quotes best sum up my thoughts. "Hank Aaron told me never to mess with Bob Gibson," former Astros manager Dusty Baker said. "I was told never to stare at him, talk to, or smile at him. And if he hit you with a pitch, I was told never to charge the mound, because he would beat your ass. "I hated the All-Star Game," Gibson said years after retirement. "I hated having to talk to guys that I spent the rest of the season trying to kick their ass. They were the enemy to me." Gibson was a boxer before he played baseball. He knew what he was capable of and with that confidence, he could be a mentally free man and dominate his opponents. Any sign of retaliation was viewed as motivation for Bob. Reflecting on 2024, confidence has finally remerged in my life. Ephesians

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Plant of the Week: Bromeliad, a houseplant in most of United States USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map Visit a rainforest in St. Louis on a winter day: Climatron at Missouri Botanical Garden. Garden Admission Free to St. Louis City and St. Louis County residents on Saturday and Wednesday mornings, otherwise Admission Fee applies. January 2nd-31st … Continue reading This Week in Gardening & Nature →

The St. Louis City Municipal Division will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025

January 5th has seen a multitude of significant events throughout history, marking it as a day of change, innovation, and reflection. One of the most notable happenings on January 5th was in 1919, when the German Workers' Party, which would later evolve into the National Socialist German Workers' Party (Nazi Party), held its first public meeting in Munich. This event marked the beginning of a political party that would drastically alter the course of history, leading to World War II and the Holocaust. The implications of this party's rise to power are still felt today, making this day a critical moment in the 20th century. Fast forward to 1959, when the United States launched its first successful satellite, Explorer 1, into orbit. This event was crucial in the context of the Space Race, highlighting the advancements in technology and science during the Cold War. Explorer 1 provided significant data about cosmic rays, marking the beginning of the U.S. space program's commitment

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FOX 2 meteorologists are providing live coverage of the winter weather in the area, including snow accumulations, icy roads, and dangerously cold temperatures, through their website and apps.

As ice and snow begin to accumulate on roadways across the St. Louis region, driving has become more treacherous, and conditions will only worsen throughout the day Sunday.