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Voters line up to vote in the 2024 general election at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road.

South County Election Results 2024

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor November 5, 2024

From United States president to local contests in Missouri, St. Louis County and South County, a number of important elections were decided Tuesday, Nov. 5. Though St. Louis County has released 100%...

The Call's Nov. 5 election guide

The Call’s Nov. 5 election guide

November 4, 2024

A number of municipal and statewide races will be decided in the election Tuesday, and The Call Newspapers Election Guide is here to give you everything you need to know before voting. To find your...

Candidates, police organization clarify the endorsements made in County Council race

Candidates, police organization clarify the endorsements made in County Council race

October 29, 2024

In the candidate questionnaire response from Kevin Schartner, who is the Democratic candidate in the 6th District St. Louis County Council race against Mike Archer,  and the subsequent endorsement by...

County taxpayers could pay for Hancock’s attorney fees

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor September 24, 2024

St. Louis County voters could be on the hook to pay for 3rd District Councilman Dennis Hancock’s legal fees as he faces nepotism charges. An emergency ordinance, which was discussed by the council...

Dennis Hancock

Dennis Hancock barred from St. Louis County Council over nepotism allegations

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor August 27, 2024

St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell filed an order Tuesday barring Dennis Hancock from acting as a St. Louis County Council member. A judge issued a preliminary order prohibiting Hancock...

Voters line up outside Cliff Cave Library in Oakville to vote in the 2020 primary election.

Ernie Trakas loses reelection bid, Amendment No. 4 passes and other results from the Aug. 6 primary races

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor August 7, 2024

Editor's note: This article will continue to be updated as election results are confirmed. A number of local primary races were decided in elections on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Among the key races for...

Dangerous heat returns to St. Louis region Tuesday

Dangerous heat returns to St. Louis region Tuesday

August 5, 2024

High heat indexes return to the St. Louis region, with a heat advisory issued from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday. Heat index values of 107 are expected in portions of central, east central and southeast Missouri,...

Excessive heat warning in effect Monday afternoon through Thursday

Excessive heat warning in effect Monday afternoon through Thursday

July 29, 2024

An extreme heat warning will be in effect Monday afternoon through 7 p.m. Thursday for St. Louis County and surrounding areas. The National Weather Service of St. Louis said that heat index values up...

Malfunctioning traffic lights cause a backup of traffic at Telegraph and Forder roads in Oakville following heavy rains, flooding and storms July 16, 2024.

Heavy rains Tuesday bring flash flooding, road closures to St. Louis region

July 17, 2024

Heavy rains inundated the St. Louis region on Tuesday, resulting in flash flooding and road closures. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the area, which remained in effect until...

James Cova

Flags will fly at half-staff in Missouri to honor fallen Affton Fire Capt. James Cova

July 17, 2024

The United States and Missouri flags will fly at half-staff Thursday in honor of Affton Fire Protection District Capt. James Cova, 54, of High Ridge, who died July 9 at the Affton firehouse. Missouri...

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