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On sentencing reform, Missouri can be the Show-Them State

2 months ago
Missouri’s moniker as the Show-Me State is said to originate from a Congressman who said that his midwestern roots preferred evidence over eloquence. “I am from Missouri,” he is purported to have said. “You have got to show me.” Now, 127 years later, Missouri can show other states — and the federal government — how […]
Patrick Tuohey

Vehicle crashes into barbershop in south St. Louis

2 months ago
ST. LOUIS - Crews responded after a vehicle crashed into a barbershop overnight Wednesday in south St. Louis. The incident occurred just before 2 a.m. at Fade Focus Gallery by Rance John, located in the 2300 block of South Grand Boulevard near the Compton Heights neighborhood. The crash involved a Chevrolet pickup truck. According to [...]
Nick Gladney

Wednesday, April 22 - And the winner is...

2 months ago
Resolutions in several stories we've been following, including over picking a sheriff and a city council member, legislation on income taxes, and a controversial data center project. Plus, why some say the lack of a formal mascot at the University of Illinois is actually harming the campus community.

Warmer temps stick around, rain and storms Friday

2 months ago
ST. LOUIS - We made it to 82 F Tuesday afternoon and we’ll stick with these warmer temperatures through Thursday. Wednesday will be sunny and less breezy with highs again around 80 F. The breeze picks up again Thursday and top temperatures will push into the low 80s. We still stay dry. The weather stays [...]
Angela Hutti

Wood River Police Resolve Early Morning Hostage Situation

2 months ago
WOOD RIVER — The Wood River Police Department responded early Wednesday morning to the 400 block of Walcott Street for what was reported as a possible hostage situation. According to Wood River Police Chief Brad Wells, four people were inside the home when a male began causing a disturbance involving a possible weapon. “One of the people inside the house was able to escape and call for help,” Wells said. When officers arrived, the suspect and two other people remained

Harris, Veronica Darlene (nee Mendel)

2 months ago
Was born on April 20, 1947, and passed away at 79 years old on April 21, 2026. Adoring mother of Rebecca Harris (David) Sullivan and the late Alfred Isadore Harris. Loving sister of Sharon (the late Jim) Leonard, Joe (Mary)…