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A Florissant man was indicted on five counts of wire fraud after prosecutors say he created more than 600 bogus payments and siphoned over $250,000 from a grocery chain.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Ballpark Village, City Foundry and Union Station are posting rising sales indicators as St. Louis rewrites zoning and developers chase more mixed‑use growth.
Food & Drinks in ...
Coffeestamp will open a third St. Louis location at 1228 Washington Ave late this summer, bringing single‑origin coffee and a downtown‑exclusive breakfast sandwich.
An off-duty New Baden police officer was struck and killed late Tuesday on a rural Clinton County road. Authorities identified him as David Jordan, 59, and an investigation is underway.
Politics & Govt in ...
More than $316M in federal grants will fund lead‑pipe removal and PFAS projects across Illinois. The money aims to speed inventories, replacements and small‑system help.
Sports in ...
A visiting group of Stephen F. Austin club players sparked a shirtless 'Tarps Off' section at Busch Stadium that the Cardinals embraced, and the club says ticket interest is rising.
A special prosecutor says the Dec. 25, 2025 officer-involved shooting at a Columbia Break Time was "justified and proper under Missouri law," closing the criminal probe. Two officers fired and the suspect later died.
Weather & Environment in ...
Cool, clear Thursday gives way to likely rain Friday morning. Expect highs to rebound into the low 80s over the Memorial Day weekend.
St. Louis County’s police board has launched an internal search to replace Chief Kenneth Gregory. Deputy Chief Juan Cox is serving as acting chief while the board vets command‑staff candidates.
St. Louis police renewed a call for tips in the Aug. 6, 2024 killing of Nicholas Jones; detectives say they still have no leads and CrimeStoppers is offering a reward.
St. Louis County Public Health says a $2.8M gap and expiring contracts could disrupt jail medical care. Officials warn action is needed before contracts end June 30.
Elmore Bibbs, 50, died May 19 from injuries sustained in an April 25 Baden shooting. A 37-year-old suspect was arrested May 16 and faces multiple felony charges.
Community & Society in ...
MAP St. Louis — the city's only Montessori secondary school — will close after a decade, officials say, citing financial strain. Families and staff are beginning transition planning.
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