Plywood now covers multiple windows at Peabody Plaza after mid‑March gunfire damaged the Market Street tower, underscoring downtown’s ongoing safety and tenancy challenges.

Warm and breezy today in St. Louis with highs near 84°F. Showers and thunderstorms likely late Thursday night into early Friday; expect gusty winds and overnight rain.

Kirkwood police posted a weekly beat detailing a $4,500 tech‑support gift‑card scam, an exchange of gunfire on New York Street, and an impersonation arrest.

A Wentzville man is due in St. Charles County court May 18 after police say more than 120 videos of child sexual abuse material were found on micro SD cards.

Sunny and mild Wednesday with highs near 81°F. Showers and thunderstorms likely late Thursday night into Friday.

A 10-year-old boy, identified as Charles Bunnel, died after being struck on Gravois Road in Sappington Sunday night. Police say the driver stayed and is cooperating as investigators seek tips.

Construction has begun to convert the Saint Louis Galleria’s former Nordstrom into an experiential retail concept that promises interactive attractions and more foot traffic.

Mainlander moved up Euclid into a larger Central West End storefront and launched The Jujube Inn, a walk‑in, no‑tipping lounge that’s already reshaping the neighborhood night scene. The move was meant to protect the ticketed Supper Club while adding steady bar revenue.

A first-alarm blaze broke out at a vacant two-story building near Arlington and Ridge in St. Louis on Sunday. Crews remained on scene and there was no immediate word on injuries or cause.

Jefferson County says a man detained outside Hot Shots in High Ridge was later arrested after a victim filed an affidavit; ICE was notified and a 287(g) officer is involved.

A 21-year-old has been charged in the Jan. 12 killing of 36-year-old Shana Mack in north St. Louis County; prosecutors set bail at $750,000 cash-only.

CliftonLarsonAllen is weighing a move from downtown St. Louis to Clayton, a decision that would add to rising CBD vacancy as tenants chase newer Class A space.

The Normandy Schools Collaborative removed Superintendent Dr. Michael Triplett after board members flagged falling test scores and enrollment. Families and advocates await details about interim leadership and the search for a replacement.