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U.S. Central Command (Centcom) on Monday said U.S. forces fired "defensive strikes" in southern Iran amid discussions to bring the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Tehran to an end. These strikes were intended "to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces" — specifically boats attempting to lay mines and missile launch sites, Navy Capt. Tim [...]

What began as a small Memorial Day gesture has grown into a powerful and deeply personal tribute outside one Ellisville home, where a local veteran has transformed his yard into a striking display of American and military branch flags.

For the second time in a year, an O’Fallon, Missouri, family is dealing flood issues at their home. Now, they're asking the city to fix the underlying problem.

A St. Louis family gathered Sunday to honor two young brothers killed in a shooting last year, while continuing to plead for answers in a case that remains unsolved.

Researchers are studying whether the storm redistributed dangerous contaminants, especially lead, asbestos, and industrial dust, into residential yards, streets, and homes after older buildings were destroyed.

ALTON - Crowds gathered in Alton on Monday, May 25, 2026, for the city’s 159th consecutive Annual Alton Memorial Day Parade, continuing what organizers described as a longstanding community tradition. The parade, held on Memorial Day in Alton, marked another year of participation from residents and local groups, according to Steve Schwartz, a parade spokesperson. “The crowd comes out year after year. We always have great participation from the community coming out and watching th

St. Louis police arrested a man and woman Sunday evening for participating in a street takeover in the city’s Near North Riverfront neighborhood.

ALTON - Sam Roberts, a retired U.S. Marine Corps Reserve sergeant major and owner of Roberts Motors, served as grand marshal of the Alton Memorial Day Parade, an honor parade organizers said was in recognition of his military service and commitment to the community. Parade Chairman Greg Erler said the committee “unanimously and enthusiastically” wanted to honor Roberts for “his service to our country and unwavering commitment to our community.” Steve Schwartz, a spokesperson

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) -- A Grammy award-winning artist will perform a surprise show in Champaign Monday evening -- and the announcement led to a massive rush of fans lining up to purchase tickets on Memorial Day. You may have heard of Phoebe Bridgers from her songs "Scott Street," "Waiting Room," and "Motion Sickness." Or, maybe [...]

A quiet Memorial Day turned chaotic for residents on Sherman Park Drive in St. Charles after a loud explosion sparked a fast-moving condo fire that displaced multiple neighbors Monday afternoon.