A 29-year-old St. Louis mother was charged after an autopsy listed an acute fentanyl overdose in her 2-year-old; court records say a fentanyl-positive straw was found.

A late-afternoon apartment fire near Affton damaged a second-floor unit and sent smoke into neighboring homes, displacing several residents; no injuries were reported.

A Holden man was arrested after a cyber tip led investigators to suspected child sexual abuse material; he faces 13 felony counts and is being held on $100,000 bond.

Elderly tenants at Stratford Manor say broken elevators have left them effectively trapped; management says a replacement part won't ship until July 15.

Flash Flood Watch runs through Saturday morning as storms likely bring heavy rain and gusty winds tonight. Expect localized flooding and travel delays.

James Beard winner Kevin Nashan plans a chef-driven tavern at Ballpark Village. Job postings list the concept as The Clydesdale and hiring has begun.

Severe storms and dangerous heat could hit St. Louis Thursday into the evening. Expect gusty winds, heavy downpours and heat-index readings above 100°F.

Muggy morning with highs near 91°F today in St. Louis. Stronger thunderstorms possible Thursday–Saturday with heavy rain and localized flooding risk.

Police released images after an armed robbery at a North City Dollar General Monday. Detectives are asking the public to call CrimeStoppers or the 4th District with tips.

Police say a Washington County man beat his pregnant girlfriend and shot her in the back; charging documents show he was arrested and faces attempted murder and other counts.

A West County House candidate and his former employer are trading lawsuits over pay, alleged missed filings and unauthorized purchases as the August 4 primary approaches.

A downtown St. Louis loft tenant settled a lawsuit after alleging management workers entered her unit and tossed about $30,000 in possessions. The case names companies tied to developers behind STL CityWide.

Mostly cloudy and muggy this morning with highs near 88°F and a slight late‑afternoon thunder chance. Hotter late week with a stronger storm risk Thursday into Friday.