Illinois residents rally against a bill aiming to ban Native American school mascots, which has passed the House and is now in Senate consideration. Supporters see them as prideful symbols while critics argue they endorse negative stereotypes.

Forecast predicts severe weather in St. Louis with high chances of thunderstorms and potential hazards including hail, damaging winds, and possible tornadoes.

The "Scream Team" continues support for first responders in Jefferson County with an annual lunch and prepares for their 10th BBQ fundraiser for The BackStoppers Inc.

A Jefferson County man is charged with the murder of his wife, with the Sheriff's Office announcing the charges on social media. Further case details remain undisclosed.

St. Louis Police Department offers a Youth Academy for teens aged 14-18, providing hands-on law enforcement experience, with applications due by May 1.

The NWS issued a forecast for St. Louis with showers today, highs near 62, and an 80% chance of rain, followed by mostly sunny skies and possible thunderstorms over the next several days.

St. Louis Police investigate a shooting in O'Fallon where one woman died and another was injured. They seek public tips via the Homicide Division or CrimeStoppers.

Maintenance work by MoDOT will disrupt traffic in the Kansas City area from April 28 to May 2, impacting various counties with lane closures and flagging operations.

Missouri man David Russell Darr Jr. received a 27-year prison sentence for child pornography offenses, following a guilty plea and discovery of illicit material on his devices.

The NWS in St. Louis predicts varied conditions, with cloudy skies and highs near 67°F today, showers possible on Sunday, and warmer, sunny weather Monday before potential showers and storms midweek.

Todd Kelly from Washington, Missouri, pleaded guilty to creating child pornography involving a 14-year-old. He is scheduled for sentencing on July 28, with a recommendation of 25 years in prison.

Mill Creek Bridge on Route T in Holt County is getting a new deck beginning May 5. Drivers should plan detours until mid-July. Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is handling the project, with more bridge updates to follow.

MoDOT announces ramp closures on I-29 in Andrew and Holt Counties for resurfacing starting April 25, with various exits affected until May 5, advising commuters to plan for detours.