A drive-thru argument at a St. Louis County Steak 'n Shake left two people dead, according to local authorities. One victim was shot through the drive-thru window.

A Breckenridge Hills woman was arrested after two people were shot outside a Phillips 66. Prosecutors charged her with first‑degree assault and armed criminal action.

A St. Louis County mother of four says a fleeing driver totaled her minivan and left her battling medical bills, tow fines and lawsuits while she fights her insurer.

The Missouri House approved HB 2122, allowing utilities to bill customers for certain nuclear construction while projects are being built, sparking consumer pushback.

Baia, from the team behind Good Company and Aperi, will open in The Grove in mid‑May with handmade pasta, aperitivo cocktails and an Italian-style wine garden.

Fire crews checked all 60 of St. Louis’ tornado sirens during Monday’s monthly test; officials say upgrades are making progress but some units remain offline.

BioSTL is facing a funding squeeze in its 25th year as institutional donors pull back while early‑stage deal flow in St. Louis surges. The nonprofit is seeking new donors and structures to keep startups moving.

A 16‑story, 190‑room Hampton Inn at 333 Washington Ave. has been listed for sale; brokers say a buyer could reposition the property near the Gateway Arch.

An analysis of phenology data shows St. Louis’ first leaves now arrive about seven days earlier than in the early 1980s, a shift that affects allergies, pests and crop risk. Local extension and phenology tools can help residents and growers adapt.

A University City councilman has mounted a mayoral challenge, arguing development hasn’t translated into timely repairs and neighborhood investment.

An adult pedestrian was fatally struck on eastbound I‑70 at Union Boulevard early Friday, closing eastbound lanes while investigators processed the scene.

Webster Groves approved a roughly $225,000 severance for City Manager Dr. Marie Peoples as she departs April 3, the city says the payout covers pay, retirement deferrals and a two-month consulting window.

A late‑night stabbing near Village Square left an adult and a child hurt; a suspect was arrested nearby and Hazelwood police have launched an investigation.