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WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) introduced a bipartisan calling for the release of Azerbaijani economist and academic Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu. The resolution urges the Department of State to prioritize Dr. Ibadoghlu’s well-being and release; denounces the suppression of academic freedom and peaceful expression in Azerbaijan; and supports efforts at a lasting peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan. It also notes that Azerbaijan’s attempt to improve its international image, including by hosting the upcoming Grand Prix auto race, will not succeed without easing its political repression. “Despite America’s dangerous and troubling retreat from the global stage at the behest of the Trump Administration, the United States remains a beacon of hope by those trapped under brutal regimes and for all who seek to enjoy the freedoms of democracy,” said Durbin. “As a U.S. Senator, I have used

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The Justice Department asked a judge to shut down the "Superfund" law that requires major polluters to pay for carbon emissions.

UPDATE: The Missouri State Highway Patrol has canceled the Amber Alert as of noon on Saturday. Both girls were "safely recovered in Indiana," according to MSHP. ROCK PORT, Mo. -- The Missouri State Highway Patrol has issued an Amber Alert for two 12-year-old girls last seen Friday night at a high school football game in [...]

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - A memorial service will be held Saturday morning in Springfield for former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, who passed away last Sunday at the age of 79 due to complications from pancreatic cancer. Jim Edgar, a lifelong Republican, began his political career in 1968 and served as a state representative for two terms [...]

We'll see a few showers potentially clip our northern counties this morning but otherwise we'll have a good amount of dry time for Saturday. Expect a mix of clouds and sun with highs in the mid 80s. A few spot storms may develop this afternoon which could potentially impact the metro and all of the [...]

ROCK PORT, Mo. - An Amber Alert has been issued for two missing 12-year-old girls, Emily Harrington and Emma Sue Hale, in northwest Missouri. The Missouri State Highway Patrol issued the alert early this morning after the girls were last seen around 8:40 PM near Rock Port High School in Rock Port, Missouri. Emily Harrington [...]

As climate patterns shift and extreme weather becomes more common, lightning remains one of the most powerful and unpredictable forces of nature.

ST. LOUIS - There's a lot of history to St. Louis---especially The Fabulous Fox Theatre. Behind the elaborate embellishments and decorations throughout the theatre, there are walls filled with it. In 1983, singer and songwriter Tony Orlando took it upon himself to leave his mark after a show at the Fabulous Fox along the staircase [...]

Just weeks after disappearing, though, the lake is back, two and a half feet deep at the edges.

St. Louis is adding huge steel gates to 38 stations for $52 million, mainly to enhance security.

The new Illinois law doesn’t include any enforcement mechanisms or penalties for noncompliance, so it’s not immediately clear who, if anyone, can force compliance.

Robert “Bob” Lloyd Summers, 82, of St. Paul, MO passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on September 12, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Mary “Brenda” Summers (nee Goggins), children: Tracy (Brian) Robinson, Kevin…

Passed away on September 8, 2025 at the age of 75. Spouse of the late John G. Tevlin (Jack), mother of Daniel (Kelly), John and Michael. Services through Michel Funeral Home. Please go to www.michelfh.com for funeral arrangements.

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Nolan Arenado hit a three-run double in St. Louis’ five-run fifth inning, and Alec Burleson added three hits to help the Cardinals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-1 on Friday night. Sonny Gray (14-8) allowed one run and nine hits while striking out seven in six innings, and the Cardinals won for [...]