St. Louis Community College announced a pilot to cover tuition, books, childcare and housing for 100 students — pairing financial aid with wraparound supports to boost completion.

A St. Louis woman faces felony charges after prosecutors say she opened fire during a July 7 custody exchange near Gravois Park.

A wrong‑way vehicle on I‑64 near Jefferson Avenue left two people dead and a third in critical condition as investigators processed the scene.

Ruler Foods will close its South Grand store on July 31, removing a nearby low‑cost grocery option for many south St. Louis residents. Neighbors say the loss will squeeze budgets and add travel time for basics.

A Union Pacific coal train partially derailed near Crescent Farms Golf Club in Eureka. Officials report no injuries as crews inspect a nearby bridge and damaged tracks.

A 34‑year‑old man was found shot on the 4000 block of Pontoon Road; the Major Case Squad has been called in and tips are being taken.

A regional analysis from Gateway to Hope links underused mammography, long travel and delayed treatment to higher breast cancer deaths for Black women in St. Louis.

Police renewed their appeal for tips in the unsolved April 7, 2024 killing of 19‑year‑old Larrion Beckton in College Hill. Detectives say the case remains open.

Extreme Heat Warning for St. Louis today: highs near 100°F and heat‑index readings over 110°F.

An argument at a Pacific sports bar turned violent early Sunday; one man is in critical condition and a suspect was arrested at his home.

A woman was wounded Saturday in Ferguson after being struck by random gunfire near Glen Owen Drive. Police say the shooting appears random and are asking for tips.

Baileys' Restaurants will close two long-running St. Louis locations next Saturday as the company reorganizes its portfolio. Patrons have one more week to visit.

A person was critically injured in a downtown St. Louis stabbing near the Old Post Office; police detained a suspect and are investigating.