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A retired railroad worker said he’s seen too many tragedies involving trains striking vehicles on railroad crossings. The most recent tragedy occurred in a rural part of St. Charles County, earlier this week.

The St. Louis Board of Aldermen is getting prepared to introduce a new law to make intersections safer for emergency vehicles and drivers.

A backup kicker from a local high school football team was born without arms, he is inspiring people on and off the field as he plays for the first time on Friday.

A family in south St. Louis County welcomed three children into their home after both parents tragically passed away. 

September is childhood cancer awareness month. One young woman's rare cancer is in remission and part of the reason a special friend was by her side.

"It's so nasty. I'm sick of it. It's been a problem for more than two months," said Nannie Williams.

Five key takeaways from the launch of the Arts and Economic Prosperity Study 6

Putting cops in schools is still a bad idea. It turns regular disciplinary problems — ones handled for decades by administrators, teachers, and parents — into police matters, subjecting students to the whims of armed officers who have been trained to react with violence to nearly any misbehavior. That’s what happened in this case [PDF] […]

Average St. Louis home prices are still up amid low inventory, but more sellers are dropping list prices as sales volume declines, according to real estate groups.

As the worker shortage continues, some businesses are turning to machines for help.

City officials say the program allows the municipal courts to focus on more serious crimes, and more opportunities for housing and employment.

Republican nominee for the St. Louis County Executive has again changed her mind and is now officially out of the race.

Police identified the man through technology and witness accounts of the get away vehicle.

There are many events kicking off this weekend for Labor Day around the St. Louis area including the Cardinals and Cubs series.

Another fraternity brother is being sued for a hazing incident at the University of Missouri that left a 19-year-old man in a wheelchair, blind and unable to speak. 

Researchers are almost done with the first of three phases and need more volunteers to be part of the trial.

Police said that a 59-year-old worker was crushed when a large piece of machinery collapsed on him at Century Casting.

Chesterfield and Town and County police are the latest departments to warn residents of mail theft.

“When you see Carl you just light up,” said nurse Pauline Mopkins. “Carl treats us all like we’re a part of his family."