Phase one of the Clinton-Peabody redevelopment breaks ground in July, bringing 89 new apartments, a central park and a refreshed community center to the Near Southside.

Incumbent Rita Heard Days faces Ella Jones and Maria Chappelle‑Nadal in an Aug. 4 primary that will likely decide St. Louis County's 1st District.

St. Louis homicide detectives say they are assisting the FBI in an Illinois child death investigation; officials have not named a location. Authorities have released few details so far.

Brandon Woodruff has been placed on the 15-day injured list after imaging showed a new anterior shoulder-capsule injury; a second opinion with Dr. Keith Meister is pending.

Severe storms and dangerous heat could hit St. Louis Thursday into the evening. Expect gusty winds, heavy downpours and heat-index readings above 100°F.

Life Time and Midas Hospitality unveiled plans for a Life Time Living project at Boulevard South in Richmond Heights, pairing 263 apartments with a 110,000‑sq‑ft athletic club and street‑level retail.

A judge reduced a $4.6M jury verdict to $585K against the Missouri Department of Health after applying the state's Human Rights Act damages cap.

Muggy morning with highs near 91°F today in St. Louis. Stronger thunderstorms possible Thursday–Saturday with heavy rain and localized flooding risk.

St. Louis County confirmed its first heat-related fatality after a heat wave pushed conditions into the danger zone. Officials point to cooling centers and urge extra care for older residents.

Police released images after an armed robbery at a North City Dollar General Monday. Detectives are asking the public to call CrimeStoppers or the 4th District with tips.

A Poplar Bluff couple told lawmakers rural Missouri lacks memory‑care supports and specialists, and urged creation of a statewide dementia services coordinator. Advocates point to rising deaths and steep Medicaid costs.

Police say a Washington County man beat his pregnant girlfriend and shot her in the back; charging documents show he was arrested and faces attempted murder and other counts.

Hidden basements and coal chutes under Natural Bridge sidewalks have delayed MoDOT’s safety upgrades; the agency is asking residents to weigh a lane‑reduction option.