The Missouri House approved HB 2061 to adopt the IHRA definition of antisemitism for public schools and colleges; supporters cite safety while critics warn of free‑speech impacts.

FedEx will close three St. Louis‑area ship centers this September, affecting Maplewood, Earth City and south St. Louis. The company says staff were told months in advance and support will be offered.

A truck struck and brought down a massive overhead sign on westbound I‑64 near the I‑255 interchange, closing lanes and snarling the morning commute. IDOT urged drivers to avoid the area.

The Missouri House advanced a constitutional amendment to add work and community‑participation rules to MO HealthNet. The measure now heads to the Senate and could reach voters in November 2026.

Ian Froeb's STL 100 list is out, paired with a TikTok recap that flags debuts and neighborhood trends across St. Louis.

TREKK Design Group will invest $1.89M and add 77 jobs across its Springfield and St. Louis offices. The hires are part of a regional growth push for the Kansas City–based engineering firm.

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.

St. Louis County says Operation SmartStreet will use federal funds to upgrade signals, speed buses and prioritize emergency vehicles while improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

WashU will break ground this summer on a 600‑bed South 40 residence hall that replaces several campus buildings and aims for fall 2028 occupancy.

A Ballwin homeowner's appliances were damaged after crews hit an unmarked electric line. Industry data and new state rules signal a broader problem with underground digs.

Sunny and warm with gusty south winds this afternoon; elevated fire danger and storms tonight into Friday.

A man was found dead in an alley in the Greater Ville neighborhood Wednesday night. SLMPD has opened a death investigation and the cause of death is unknown.