A Cole County judge tossed Megan Green's challenge to HB 495; Green's lawyer says she'll appeal as the city and police board remain locked in a budget-and-control fight.

A Montgomery City father was sentenced to 15 years after pleading guilty in the 2024 overdose death of his 2‑year‑old; court filings say fentanyl and meth were found in the home.

Portland junior Ellery Lincoln ran a 4:27.65 mile at the HOKA Festival of Miles, setting a U.S. junior-class record and moving to No. 3 on the all-time prep list.

County Council revives a plan to limit so‑called “aggressive” panhandling in roadways, pitting public‑safety goals against First Amendment concerns and raising the risk of legal challenges.

A 45-year-old man is charged after police say he dragged an officer and led a 100‑mph chase through St. Louis; spike strips stopped his car and court papers list multiple felonies.

Bomb-and-arson teams were called after an early-morning blaze heavily damaged a home in Berkley’s Harold Drive area. Investigators are searching the scene for evidence.

Two East St. Louis men face first-degree murder charges after a Belleville man was shot and killed last Saturday; both are jailed pending court appearances.

A 45-year-old Edgewater, Colorado woman died after a head-on crash on Highway 7 in Climax Springs; three others were taken to Lake Regional Hospital. Investigators are on the scene.

SLPS's first year with districtwide phonics produced modest gains in early grades, but most young readers still miss the typical-growth benchmark.

Four people were stranded about 120 feet up on the SkyScreamer at Six Flags St. Louis; fire crews were called in after park procedures failed and the riders were reported safe.

A north St. Louis house was set ablaze twice this week; no injuries were reported and bomb-and-arson investigators are assisting.

Sunny Friday with a high near 85°F, but multiple rounds of thunderstorms — some severe — are likely Saturday evening with heavy rain and flash-flooding risk.

Records reviewed by First Alert 4 show at least six North County Police Cooperative officers or staff face criminal charges, convictions or costly civil suits, prompting fresh questions about hiring and oversight.