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Homer G. Phillips Hospital: A lasting legacy in St. Louis healthcare
Homer G. Phillips Hospital: A lasting legacy in St. Louis healthcare
Homer G. Phillips Hospital opened its doors in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1937. It was the first teaching hospital west of the Mississippi River and the only public hospital in the Gateway City to ser…
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December 27, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Homer G. Phillips Hospital: A lasting legacy in St. Louis healthcare
18 cars broken into at Wildwood apartment complex on Christmas
18 cars broken into at Wildwood apartment complex on Christmas
Residents at the Rockwood Springs Apartments in Wildwood awoke on Christmas morning to discover that 18 vehicles had been broken into overnight, raising serious safety concerns.
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December 27, 2025 at 3:33 AM
18 cars broken into at Wildwood apartment complex on Christmas
No. 25 Missouri, No. 20 Virginia both trying for history at the Gator Bowl
No. 25 Missouri, No. 20 Virginia both trying for history at the Gator Bowl
Missouri and Virginia have a chance to make history in the Gator Bowl.
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December 27, 2025 at 1:33 AM
No. 25 Missouri, No. 20 Virginia both trying for history at the Gator Bowl
Dog attacks reported in Dutchtown; neighbors call for enforcement
Dog attacks reported in Dutchtown; neighbors call for enforcement
An abandoned football field near Louisiana Avenue and South Grand Boulevard in Dutchtown has become an unofficial dog park for neighborhood residents.
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December 27, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Dog attacks reported in Dutchtown; neighbors call for enforcement
St. Louis aldermen open applications for interim sheriff amid key dispute
St. Louis aldermen open applications for interim sheriff amid key dispute
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen opened the application process for hiring an “interim” St. Louis City Sheriff on Friday, a contentious move in the showdown over who ultimately appoints …
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December 26, 2025 at 11:48 PM
St. Louis aldermen open applications for interim sheriff amid key dispute
Motorcyclist killed in south St. Louis County crash
Motorcyclist killed in south St. Louis County crash
One motorcyclist died in a crash Friday afternoon in south St. Louis County, police say.
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December 26, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Motorcyclist killed in south St. Louis County crash
These are the top St. Louis-area hospitals, according to Forbes
These are the top St. Louis-area hospitals, according to Forbes
Several hospitals across the St. Louis region have been named among the nation’s best in a new Forbes list, earning praise for patient care, value and hospital performance.
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December 26, 2025 at 10:48 PM
These are the top St. Louis-area hospitals, according to Forbes
How Trump fared on key campaign promises in 2025
How Trump fared on key campaign promises in 2025
President Trump’s first year back in office saw a whirlwind of executive actions, the passage of a major reconciliation bill and the rapid remaking of the federal government. Trump campaigned…
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December 26, 2025 at 10:33 PM
How Trump fared on key campaign promises in 2025
Woman hurt in metro-east shooting at ‘illegally occupied’ former grocery store
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December 26, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Woman hurt in metro-east shooting at ‘illegally occupied’ former grocery store
New Article
St. Louis man’s death considered a homicide months after knock to the head
Willie Chappel, 74, was attacked at his home in April 2025 and died on October 3, 2025, with the Medical Examiner ruling the cause of death a homicide and investigators seeking leads in the case.
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December 26, 2025 at 4:44 PM
New Article
26-year-old man killed in fatal north St. Louis shooting
26-year-old man killed in fatal north St. Louis shooting
ST. LOUIS — A man was shot and killed late Thursday evening in north St. Louis, police said. Officers found the victim just after 11 p.m. in the 5100 block of Northland Avenue. The man, ident…
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December 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM
26-year-old man killed in fatal north St. Louis shooting
68-year-old man killed in Christmas Day St. Louis shooting
68-year-old man killed in Christmas Day St. Louis shooting
ST. LOUIS — A man was shot and killed on Christmas afternoon in south St. Louis, police said. Officers were called just after 2 p.m. to the 4300 block of South Kingshighway, where they found …
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December 26, 2025 at 4:18 PM
68-year-old man killed in Christmas Day St. Louis shooting
Fatal car crash in Arnold claims life of 70-year-old woman
Fatal car crash in Arnold claims life of 70-year-old woman
ARNOLD, Mo. — A 70-year-old woman was killed early Friday morning when her car crashed into a tree and caught fire in Arnold. Police were called to the 800 block of Arnold Commons around 4:32…
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December 26, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Fatal car crash in Arnold claims life of 70-year-old woman
What's that going to be inside the Edwardsville District 7 Sports Complex?
What's that going to be inside the District 7 Sports Complex?
“They’re very confident everything will be done before the season starts.”
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December 26, 2025 at 1:18 PM
What's that going to be inside the Edwardsville District 7 Sports Complex?
Edwardsville District 7 report says superintendent violated board policy
Report details why District 7 board suspended superintendent
The 25-page report and its appendix detail multiple instances in which Shelton violated board policy or failed to inform board members of key personnel decisions.
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December 26, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Edwardsville District 7 report says superintendent violated board policy
Warm Through the Weekend, Storms Likely Sunday
Warm Through the Weekend, Storms Likely Sunday
ST. LOUIS — Not as foggy as Thursday, but there are a few areas dealing with reduced visibility. Our prime weather story into the weekend is the warming trend that continues through Sunday. B…
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December 26, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Warm Through the Weekend, Storms Likely Sunday
Meijer revises plans for O’Fallon property to allay traffic concerns. Here’s how
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December 26, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Meijer revises plans for O’Fallon property to allay traffic concerns. Here’s how
Families provide meals to unhoused on Christmas Day
Families provide meals to unhoused on Christmas Day
On Christmas Day, two different families provided meals for homeless people in and around Downtown St. Louis.
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December 26, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Families provide meals to unhoused on Christmas Day
Motorcycle crashes into car, 1 person killed
Motorcycle crashes into car, 1 person killed
The Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash Thursday evening on a rural road south of Troy and Moscow Mills.
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December 26, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Motorcycle crashes into car, 1 person killed
St. Louis man delights in sharing patriotic Christmas spirit
St. Louis man delights in sharing patriotic Christmas spirit
The Christmas spirit is on fully display near the intersection of Manchester and Kingshighway in south St. Louis. Maurice Griffin, dressed in a bright holiday sweater and carrying an American flag,…
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December 26, 2025 at 12:33 AM
St. Louis man delights in sharing patriotic Christmas spirit
Hazelwood mom donates son's organs, saving 7 lives
Hazelwood mom donates son’s organs, saving 7 lives
During this magical season of giving, Jamecia Wooten, a Hazelwood mother, reflects on a heartfelt decision she made to give the gift of life to others after Lonnie, her 16-year-old-son died.
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December 26, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Hazelwood mom donates son's organs, saving 7 lives
Difference Makers: Firefighters Emphasize Gratitude Through Holiday Meal Giveaway
Difference Makers: Firefighters Emphasize Gratitude Through Holiday Meal Giveaway
Alton firefighters and Crisis Food Center unite for annual charity turkey giveaway, bringing festive meals to families in need and strengthening community bonds.
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December 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Difference Makers: Firefighters Emphasize Gratitude Through Holiday Meal Giveaway
Here are the winning numbers for the $1.7B Powerball jackpot
Here are the winning numbers for the $1.7B Powerball jackpot
Someone could wake up as a big winner on Christmas Day.
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December 25, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Here are the winning numbers for the $1.7B Powerball jackpot
Shooter ambushed fast food employee as he left: Police
Shooter ambushed fast food employee as he left: Police
Earlier this month, a man climbed through the window of a south St. Louis fast food restaurant, then later waited to ambush employee as he left the business.
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December 25, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Shooter ambushed fast food employee as he left: Police
Governor Kehoe highlights wins, challenges in first year in office
Governor Kehoe highlights wins, challenges in first year in office
Governor Mike Kehoe is reflecting on his first year in office. The Republican lawmaker discussed, among other things, legislative wins, the St. Louis tornado, a new attorney general, special sessio…
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December 25, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Governor Kehoe highlights wins, challenges in first year in office