WashU says it contributed $9.8 billion to the St. Louis economy in fiscal 2025 — from payroll and construction to research dollars that support roughly 60,000 jobs. The report also highlights financial aid and startup activity amid university budget pressures.

St. Louis Recorder Michael Butler announced on March 14, 2026 that he will not seek re-election, opening the citywide Recorder of Deeds seat for 2026. His decision follows a 2018 win and a 2022 re-election.

Sunny Saturday, then gusty winds and a rain-to-snow flip Sunday night that may make Monday's commute tricky.

Mayor Tim Lowery hosted FFSD Superintendent Dr. Howard Fields on the city podcast to explain Proposition S, a 48¢ levy the district says will fund safety, staffing and RECA record support.

After a late‑January shutdown, Vincent Van Doughnut reopened in the Grove as owner Michael McKinlay recovers; new hours and baked‑goods plans mark the return.

Mild Friday turns gusty, then a dramatic weekend flip: storms Sunday with rain changing to brief snow overnight and much colder temps Monday.

The Port Authority moved to advance project-area sales taxes for the CITY SC stadium and a proposed downtown hotel, creating a route to localized funding for the developments.

The Missouri House passed HB1664 to lengthen the time survivors can file civil claims for childhood sexual abuse — moving many deadlines to age 41 — and now the bill goes to the Senate.

Telemundo has rolled out the St. Louis area's first Spanish-language local newscast, airing weekday evenings and focusing on immigration, education and local politics.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms this morning in St. Louis; gusty winds and falling temperatures will make the commute slick.

A Missouri Senate bill would require long-term care facilities to hold at least $1 million in liability insurance, flag homes with substantiated abuse and upgrade caregiver-abuse penalties. Supporters call it accountability; operators warn of higher costs for small providers.

A Missouri House budget sketch would cut higher‑education aid and could cost Harris‑Stowe State University millions, prompting warnings about program cuts and layoffs.

Unseasonably warm Tuesday with highs near 83°F before storms arrive late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Some storms could be severe; expect gusty winds and heavy rain.