A wrong-way crash on Lewis & Clark Boulevard left one woman dead and four people injured in north St. Louis County, authorities say.

Hillsdale officers working under an ICE contract reportedly visited Ritenour Middle in Charlack to ask about three students, prompting the district to demand answers. The episode raises fresh questions about enforcement at schools.

Sunny, breezy Sunday in St. Louis with highs near 59°F. Parts of northeastern Missouri face a possible freeze Monday night into Tuesday morning.

Court filings say a 41-year-old Belleville man was found with meth and later led police on a March chase in Alton; charges include possession and fleeing.

The FBI is leading an investigation after an April 3 explosion on southbound I‑55 near Hamel that briefly closed the highway; officials say no one was hurt.

A federal judge sentenced a Fairview Heights man to 28 years for a December 2023 sexual assault at the Gateway Arch; the term runs consecutive to time he’s already serving.

A Leadership Council analysis puts Scott Air Force Base’s annual footprint at roughly $12.9 billion and links the base to nearly 40,000 regional jobs.

Rain and a few storms move through Saturday morning, then a sharp cooldown knocks highs to the mid-50s. Gusty winds arrive and parts of the region may face a freeze early next week.

Riverview Alderwoman Ruth Cole was charged with misdemeanor fourth‑degree assault after police say she struck someone with a lawn chair; court records show bond was posted.

An analysis of phenology data shows St. Louis’ first leaves now arrive about seven days earlier than in the early 1980s, a shift that affects allergies, pests and crop risk. Local extension and phenology tools can help residents and growers adapt.

A man was killed Friday night on West Florissant in St. Louis' North City; homicide detectives were called to the 4100 block and are investigating.

A 15-year-old was wounded Friday near South Grand and Park Avenue in south St. Louis. Police say one person has been detained and the victim is stable.

Tenants at Lilac Court Apartments say they went three days without running water this week and utility crews later restored service. Residents blame the building’s management.