Belleville police say a 40-year-old man was found dead early Wednesday on Illinois Route 161 near Sullivan Drive. Detectives and the county coroner responded; autopsy results are pending.

A 65-year-old woman died after her car struck a tree at Oakland Avenue and Oakview Place. Police say a medical emergency may be to blame and the investigation is ongoing.

A SLU/YouGov poll finds support for a repeal-style abortion measure edged up when respondents heard it would also bar gender-affirming care for minors. The finding deepens the November fight over Amendment 3.

Light snow and gusty northwest winds this morning, with only spotty accumulation expected. Temperatures then rebound sharply into the 60s–70s later in the week.

St. Louis County's MWBE director says he was suspended after pressing for procurement reforms and has filed suit alleging whistleblower retaliation.

Kathy Ireland has invested in St. Louis‑based AI firm Capacity as it advances a Series E round, bringing a high‑profile backer to the city’s tech scene.

Gusty winds and a line of storms sweep St. Louis Sunday; rain may change to light snow overnight. Secure loose items and prepare for a sharp temperature drop into Monday.

Two charter amendments would move purchasing rules out of Florissant's charter and raise the sealed‑bid trigger from $5,000 to $25,000. City officials say it will cut staff time; critics warn of reduced voter control.

Millions in EPA grants for electric school buses have been halted, leaving St. Louis districts with partial deliveries, unpaid invoices and stalled projects. Local leaders say the federal program’s collapse has real consequences for kids and routes.

A 47-year-old Tuscumbia man died after his pickup left Route C and overturned near Ulman Ridge Road.

Irven L. White received a 200‑month federal sentence after officers said they caught him twice with guns and fentanyl on the 4400 block of Farlin Avenue.

St. Charles County will vote April 7 on Proposition RT, a measure to cap or freeze homeowners’ property‑tax liability. Supporters promise savings; schools and service providers warn of lost revenue.

Graybar reported record $12.9B in net sales for 2025 and a small profit uptick as it completed an ERP overhaul and opened STAR Centers.