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The 2021 infrastructure bill is throwing more than $42 billion at America’s mediocre broadband networks. And while a lot of that money will be put to good use shoring up fiber, a lot of it is being dumped in the laps of regional monopolies with a long, long history of taking subsidies in exchange for […]

Missouri House Speaker Dean Plocher obstructed an investigation of his official acts through pressure on potential witnesses and refusing to issue subpoenas, bipartisan leaders of the House Ethics Committee alleged Monday. Some potential witnesses allegedly refused to speak out of fear Plocher would use his power as speaker to retaliate against them. Others were out of reach because the speaker decided who the committee could compel to testify. And Plocher refused to cooperate with the attorney…

New automated traffic cameras are returning to the streets of St. Louis. Depending on how quickly the city moves to hire a camera company, drivers could start to see tickets showing up in their mailbox within a matter of two to three months. The technology promises to rush reinforcements to a depleted police department, which is now 352 officers short of its budgeted strength, according to a public employee database of city officers. Mayor Tishaura Jones and a progressive-leaning Board of Aldermen…

Shareholders of United States Steel Corp. narrowly turned down a nonbinding proposal on top executive compensation in the wake of the $14.9 billion planned acquisition by Nippon Steel Corp.

Inspired by the success of the most St. Louis-style pizza yet — Imo’s one-day-only offering of thin-crust pizza topped with Old Vienna’s Red Hot Riplets — the two beloved local brands have teamed up again to unveil Imo’s new Red Hot Riplets wings.  Back in March, Imo’s and Old Vienna created the ultimate 314 Day collaboration by giving away a bag of Red Hot Riplets with pizza orders. Guests were encouraged to sprinkle the crunchy, spicy chip on top of their crispy-crusted pizza to create the most STL-flavored packed bite imaginable. 

David Gregory, a former state representative now running for state Senate District 15, aims to force the county to immediately open applications for the tax freeze.

A teen accused of killing three passengers when she crashed into a tree last year had fentanyl, ketamine, THC, alcohol and a sleeping pill in her system, prosecutors say.

ST. LOUIS -- Today marks the grand reopening of the Fan Duel Sportsbook and Horse Racing venue in Collinsville, Illinois, previously known as Fairmount Park, for its 99th racing season. The season, which begins today, will continue through November 16th. The opening day festivities at the track include many activities, including food trucks on-site. The [...]

FERGUSON -- Two people are dead after a shooting at a Ferguson gas station. A police officer shot the suspect, killing them. The incident took place around 1:30 a.m. at the QuikTrip on West Florissant Avenue. According to St. Louis County Police, a Ferguson police officer leaving the QuikTrip heard gunshots near the gas pumps. [...]

“If they’re successful in getting this passed in Missouri, I think they’ll be trying to do this all over the country.”

After 10 collective years of running Pizzeoli in Soulard and Pizza Head in Tower Grove East — though he’s since sold both of them — Pizza Via owner Scott Sandler comes to his new restaurant at 4501 Maryland Avenue in the Central West End with a few new ideas. He’s thinking artisan crusts, he’s thinking nuts. “I love nuts on pizza,” he says before going on to talk about a marriage of ingredients that isn’t on the menu yet, but possibly will be soon.

The magician is back on Netflix with "The Magic Prank Show" where he teaches people lessons via pranks.

What most people might assume is a topic both sides of the political spectrum can agree on led to a lengthy debate on the floor of the St. Louis Board of Aldermen this morning. The topic in question? Whether to place a baby box at a north city fire station.

Just ahead of the international stoner holiday 4/20, local dispensary Swade Cannabis has announced it’s launching Best Buds, a series of infused dinners held in collaboration with some of St. Louis’ favorite local restaurants and chefs. Participating restaurants include Up Late, Pie Guy Pizza, El Molino del Sureste and Indo. Each meal will utilize a new product to the local cannabis market called “Stiribles,” an unflavored, water-soluble THC-infused powder from the High Five Edibles brand that’s manufactured by Teal Labs.

When St. Louis Police crashed an SUV into LGBTQ hotspot Bar:PM last December, it horrified many locals — but especially the leather group that has long considered the bar its home base: Rudis. The leather scene is believed to have grown in part out of World War II biker culture. Rudis President Nathan Shepard says leather clubs historically offered a safe place for men to wear leather, and they remain a way for the community to gather.

Enjoy fashion, music, and DIY repair demonstrations while learning about sustainability during the popular event at the Muny Grounds in Forest Park.