A Joplin businessman who helped bankroll Sen. Josh Hawley’s first campaign denounced him on Thursday as a “political opportunist” who used “irresponsible, inflammatory, and dangerous tactics”...

By Laura Olson and Ariana Figueroa A violent mob derailed the typically routine process of Congress certifying the presidential election results on Wednesday, with the House of Representatives and Senate...

By Ariana Figueroa and Laura Olson Editor’s note: This article was first published Wednesday morning, ahead of the vote certification and riot at the U.S. Capitol. The final step in a turmoil-filled...

When Julia Fogelberg was a public defender in St. Louis County, she saw how the criminal justice system could often do more harm than good. Now working on the prosecutor side, she’s grateful that...

For as long as Missouri has had voter registration, there has been no requirement that people choose a political party as part of the process. That means every primary is open to every voter. Every...

With colder weather and families gathered for the holidays, the American Red Cross of Greater St. Louis has responded to an increasing number of home fires in recent days — more than three times the...

U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner on Monday became the first Republican in the Missouri congressional delegation to say publicly that she will oppose attempts to object to the certification of President-elect Joe Biden’s...

With COVID-19 continuing to spread across the state, Missouri lawmakers convene at noon Wednesday to begin the 101st General Assembly. It is certain to be a session like no other. Questions surrounding...

Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley announced last week that he will object to the certification of President-elect Joe Biden’s Electoral College victory when Congress convenes Wednesday to ratify the...

The two new Meramec River Bridges on Interstate 44 near Interstate 270 in South County are getting closer to completion, with a major step set for Tuesday night. Overall, the project is still on track...