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Simone Biles took to the podium today for Washington University, delivering her commencement speech.

Deshaun Harris of Overland pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, armed criminal action and attempted robbery in the 2023 killing of Kay Johnson, 38.

A family is suing the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission, claiming snowy roads in January contributed to a car crash that killed their loved one.

A bill expanding the state’s ability to find radioactive contamination in the St. Louis region that dates to World War II development of the atomic bomb is on its way to the governor after unanimously clearing the Missouri House Monday. The measure, which passed unanimously out of the Senate last week, would authorize the Department […]

The last living American hostage held by Hamas terrorists is now home.

ALTON - Community members of all ages can come out for REC Fest to learn more about outdoor activities, safety and fun this summer. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025, the National Great Rivers Museum will host REC Fest to promote Recreation, Exploration and Conservation. Attendees can explore informational booths, take a tour of the Melvin Price Lock and Dam, enjoy animal shows, explore police and fire vehicles, win prizes and more. “It just got legs and became our largest event of the year,” joked Allison Kennington with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Rivers Project. “The idea is to just kick off the warmer season, the recreation season, and teach people the different ways we can recreate along the river and in the Riverbend area and how to do it safely.” The National Great Rivers Museum (NGRM) will host over 30 partners on May 17. Kids are invited to visit each informational booth and receive stamps on their “passport.”

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In the 1970s, President Richard Nixon tried to fire the Department of Justice prosecutor leading an investigation into the president’s involvement in wiretapping the Democratic National Committee’s headquarters. Since then, the DOJ has generally been run as an impartial law enforcement agency, separated from the executive office and partisan politics. Those guardrails are now being severely tested under the Trump […]

Two juveniles could face charges after being arrested for allegedly spraying racist and antisemitic graffiti at a Clayton school.

Looking to try out chess in a welcoming, judgment-free environment? Come to the Saint Louis Chess Club to learn and play with other beginners! Led by our friendly and experienced […]

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A St. Louis startup is ramping up production of its American-made drones, as concerns grow over the use of Chinese-manufactured devices in sensitive sectors.

With Big Muddy Adventures, you can spend a magical evening on the Mississippi River. In a 29-foot voyageur canoe, you’ll paddle to a beautiful, uninhabited river island in time for […]

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On Monday morning, a Tulsa County judge in Oklahoma sentenced Kansas City superfan Xavier Babudar, widely known as "ChiefsAholic," to 32 years in prison for a 2022 armed bank robbery in Bixby, Oklahoma.

A 16-year-old boy was sentenced in court today for a deadly carjacking.

ST. LOUIS — Detectives from the St Louis Police Department are seeking the public’s help in identifying and locating five suspects involved in a robbery that occurred on May 4, 2025, outside a convenience store in the 2900 block of Vandeventer. According to a preliminary investigation, at approximately 7 p.m., two male victims, ages 18 and 21, were exiting the store when they were confronted by three armed male suspects. Two additional armed males were positioned across the street, observing the scene. The suspects, all armed with handguns, demanded the victims’ property, then forcibly took wallets, an iPhone, and a Coach bookbag from them. Following the robbery, the suspects instructed the victims to leave and fled the scene. The investigation remains active as authorities work to identify and apprehend the suspects. Officials urge anyone with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477) or the Fourth District detectives at 314-444-2500. CrimeStoppers

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WASHINGTON — U.S. House Republicans plan to debate and approve the three final pieces of their “big, beautiful bill” in committee this week, including the tax measure, major spending cuts to Medicaid that will change how states run the program and an agriculture bill. At least $880 billion over the next 10 years would be […]