Trooper Orrin Hawkins was named DPS Sworn Team Member of the Month after documenting a driver’s social‑media activity in a crash that killed a 14‑year‑old. The Highway Patrol credited his investigative work and compassion.

Months after the Aug. 25 blast in north Florissant, crews have started repairs but many residents remain displaced and an 18‑year‑old remains critically injured.

A 350,000-square-foot downtown St. Louis office at 1015 Locust is for sale at roughly 47% occupancy, offering buyers cash flow and conversion upside.

A developer is suing St. Charles after filing to tear down a riverfront warehouse at the American Car Foundry site; lawmakers and preservationists are pushing back.

The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis plans a multi‑million redevelopment on West Florissant that will add retail, a plaza and 44 senior housing units.

Federal monitors will hold a Zoom town hall March 4 to discuss status and audit reports ahead of a March 31 federal hearing in St. Louis.

Missouri will begin a waitlist for child care subsidies March 1. The state cites limited funding and will prioritize the most vulnerable children.

Imo's added a Northland location at Metro North Crossing, bringing its Provel‑topped square pies to a third Kansas City‑area shop.

A St. Charles County teen will face adult charges after prosecutors say he fatally stabbed his mother’s friend in late October; bond was set at $500,000.

Mid‑30s this morning, sunny and 56°F today, then a warm, windy Friday with elevated fire danger. Late Sunday into Monday rain may change to snow, mainly north of I‑70.

Neighbors in Carondelet say gunfire near Alaska Park has become a nightly fear. Surveillance video and resident reports have prompted a police review of patrols.

Neighbors and vendors are clashing over late‑night sidewalk food stands in downtown St. Louis, pitting safety concerns against nightlife and small‑business livelihoods. City rules and online debates are forcing a closer look at permits and enforcement.

Expat BBQ at City Foundry is refocusing as a bar and flexible event venue, highlighting its rooftop for private bookings after a surge in inquiries.