DOJ challenges state efforts to regulate federal officers
A federal appeals court has blocked a California state law that would have required federal law enforcement officers to wear visible identification, ruling that states cannot…
Two in custody after teen girl killed in shooting, crash on I-170
Two people are in custody in connection with a teenage girl's death Wednesday evening on Interstate 170 near Overland. Investigators say the victim was found with a gunshot wound…
Neighbors say tensions were building months before shooting in St. Charles County
What started as a disagreement over a property line turned into a criminal investigation after a neighbor was allegedly shot at while working on a fence. The woman charged in the…
East St. Louis police officer charged in Belleville shooting
Prosecutors have charged an off-duty East St. Louis police officer in connection with a triple shooting earlier this week in Belleville.
5 years after I-70 shooting, survivor says police may have identified shooter
Kemeric Winston says he’s hearing from police they may be close to identifying who shot him on the interstate five years ago.
Firefighters rescue individual caught in ladder during blaze
ST. LOUIS — One individual was hospitalized following an overnight house fire in the Shaw area of St. Louis, according to the St. Louis Fire Department. Firefighters rescued the…
Man critically injured after shooting in north St. Louis
ST. LOUIS - A man was injured in a shooting Thursday night in north St. Louis. The shooting occurred around 9 p.m. Friday night on Lillian Avenue near Gregory J. Carter Park in…
Crisp fall weekend weather, areas of frost possible on Sunday morning
ST. LOUIS - It’s a chilly start to Saturday, with temperatures in the upper 30s to low 40s. Skies will be mostly sunny this afternoon, with highs climbing to near 60. High…
17-year-old certified as adult for gas station murder
A 17-year-old arrested over the summer for a fatal shooting at a gas station has been certified to stand trial as an adult.
Halloween 2026 in the Lou: how to celebrate
St. Louis residents can attend various local Halloween and autumn festivals scheduled through early November 2026.
Man admits to scheme to steal 14 St. Louis-area properties through fraudulent deeds
A man has pleaded guilty to a scheme that used forged signatures and fraudulent deeds to take control of at least 14 St. Louis-area properties.
Woman arrested for alleged organized retail theft at Dick's Sporting Goods
A woman is facing a felony charge after police say she was part of organized retail theft from Dick's Sporting Goods locations around the St. Louis area.
Northern Village apartments reach deal with Spire to avoid natural gas shutoff
Northern Village ownership and Spire have reached a deal to provide residents of the troubled apartment complex with natural gas. The agreement prevents a natural gas shutoff that…
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Returns to St. Louis This Weekend!
St. Louis — The American Cancer Society is inviting the community to come together this weekend for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk of St. Louis, an event dedicated…
Enforcement of scrap metal laws urged in St. Louis after church thefts
Following dozens of burglaries and thefts at churches across north St. Louis, lawmakers are urging police to hold scrap metal dealers accountable and enforce laws already on the…
Doorbell video shows missing Jennings man as police appeal for help
Police have released doorbell video showing a 67-year-old Jennings man leaving his home, hoping someone recognizes him and helps bring him safely home.
Viral dinosaur trading post to join St. Louis Fossil Road Show
The Saint Louis Science Center will host a free prehistoric life show on October 17 featuring a fossil road show and a dinosaur trading post.
Man charged after woman attacked in downtown St. Louis
A 43-year-old man is facing a felony charge after prosecutors say he randomly attacked a woman in downtown St. Louis, choking her, throwing her to the ground and repeatedly…
Missouri AG takes aim at Temu, TikTok over consumer concerns
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway says her office is now taking on Temu and TikTok, two companies she says are putting consumers, especially children, at risk.
Illinois trooper reunites with woman he rescued from Mississippi River
An Illinois State Trooper reunites with a woman he helped rescue from the Mississippi River near the Jefferson Barracks Bridge earlier this year.
Foristell celebrates opening of new I-70 interchange
A new kind of interchange has opened on Interstate 170 in Foristell, Missouri in an effort to keep traffic safer and drivers moving.
St. Louis detainees held in overcrowded, sewage-soaked jail cell for 11 days, lawsuit claims
A federal judge has allowed a lawsuit over alleged unsanitary conditions inside the St. Louis Justice Center to move forward. The lawsuit claims that 15 detainees were confined in…
Remembering Missouri Gov. Mel Carnahan 26 years later
MISSOURI - Friday marks 26 years since a plane crash that killed former Missouri Gov. Mel Carnahan, his son and campaign aide---just weeks before election day, where Carnahan was…
Chesterfield woman to be honored after saving husband's life after heart attack
Last summer, a Chesterfield man suffered sudden cardiac arrest at his home and collapsed. Thanks to his wife’s quick thinking, he’s able to share his story.
Teenager injured after shooting in north St. Louis
ST. LOUIS - A teenager was hospitalized after a shooting Thursday afternoon in north St. Louis. The shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. near N. Euclid Ave. and Leduc Street in the…
Ameren adds $10 million to energy assistance programs
Ameren is adding $10 million in funding to customer assistance programs across Missouri and Illinois, aiming to help eligible households, small businesses, nonprofits, active-duty…
St. Louis church leaders seek answers after 46 reported burglaries, thefts
ST. LOUIS — Church leaders gathered Thursday night at Kennerly Temple Church to discuss theft and burglary concerns after dozens of burglaries and thefts targeting places of…
Daycare owner admits he faked business license, claims it was justified
Missouri childcare inspectors recently cited Williams Academy on Natural Bridge Road for reportedly failing to pay city taxes since it opened in 2021.
19 year-old Illinois man plotted mass shooting at Hindu temple, police say
"... This type of hate is coursing thorough social media online, it’s exploded."
Missouri task force cancels meeting about school funding plan before Election Day
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe's handpicked task force studying the future of public education funding has canceled its Oct. 19 meeting.
St. Louis lacked years of tornado siren test records
A records request by FOX 2 News revealed the St. Louis Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) did not have records documenting tornado siren test results for five years leading up to…
Cancer patient pushes for cold capping insurance coverage in Missouri
Hair loss from chemotherapy is a side effect many cancer patients wish they could avoid. Cold capping, or scalp cooling, is one treatment that can help reduce it. A local patient…
Ready, Set, Weekend: St. Louis events Oct. 16-18
ST. LOUIS - We're seeing much more fall-like temperatures ahead, bringing the crisp air to another fall weekend, perfect to get outside and enjoy all the events St. Louis has to…
Savannah Bananas return to St. Louis for two games at Busch Stadium
The Savannah Bananas are headed back to St. Louis next spring, bringing their wildly popular brand of Banana Ball to Busch Stadium for a two-game series against the Indianapolis…
St. Louis landmarks glow purple for domestic violence awareness
Landmarks across the St. Louis area glowed purple Thursday night as part of a community-wide effort to raise awareness about domestic violence and the challenges many survivors…
Fall chill arrives and lasts through the weekend
ST. LOUIS - Colder air is spilling into the region Friday morning. Skies are mostly cloudy, with a few spotty showers that will taper off through the morning. We'll see some…
Missouri age verification app targets sales to minors
Missouri businesses now have a new tool to help verify customers' ages and prevent underage purchases of alcohol, tobacco, cannabis and other age-restricted products.
Pep Zone: St. John Vianney High School
FOX 2 reporter Mike Colombo visited St. John Vianney High School Friday morning to support students and faculty ahead of their scheduled game against St. Pius X.
Police ID McCluer North High School senior killed on I-170
A McCluer North High School senior with plans to go to college is dead after Overland Police found her with a gunshot wound on Interstate 170 Wednesday evening.
Child struck, seriously injured while riding e-scooter in Warrenton
A 7-year-old boy sustained serious injuries Thursday evening after his electric scooter was struck by a Honda Civic near Route U and Garnet Court in Warrenton.
Women charged with yoga wear thefts at Plaza Frontenac
Two women accused of stealing thousands in yoga wear from a Plaza Frontenac store have been ordered to appear in St. Louis County Circuit Court next month.
St. Louis Black media leaders recognized at Urban League luncheon
The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis honored 10 media professionals from the St. Louis area today at the 2026 Salute to Blacks in Media Luncheon.
Man sentenced for attacking 74-year-old in her home
A St. Louis man who attacked and bit an elderly woman in her apartment in a 2023 home invasion was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in state prison.
Winterfest at Kiener Plaza returns next month: What to know
We're quickly approaching the holiday season, which means Kiener Plaza will transform to welcome guests into a winter wonderland at Winterfest.
Will St. Louis see its first fall frost this weekend?
With a major cooldown expected over the next few days, frost could return to parts of the St. Louis region for the first time this fall.
435 arrests, 166 guns seized, in St. Louis crime crackdown
The question now is what an eight-week crime crackdown will mean for St. Louis neighborhoods.
Portion of I-44 reopens after crash near Eureka
ST. LOUIS - A portion of Interstate 44 was reopened Thursday morning after a crash shut down all lanes near Eureka. According to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT),…
Man shot overnight at Jefferson County home, suspect arrested
One man was injured, and one suspect is in custody after a shooting overnight at a home in rural Jefferson County, authorities say.
Brothers sentenced over woman's shooting death in Dutchtown
Two brothers have been sentenced to prison in connection with a woman's shooting death in Dutchtown last year.
Scattered showers and storms Thursday, dramatic temperature change Friday
ST. LOUIS - Scattered showers are gradually moving northeast, and rain is expected to reach the metro later Thursday morning. Scattered showers and storms will continue on and off…
Three measles cases reported in southwest Missouri; total in the state for the year rises to 14
WRIGHT COUNTY, Mo. — The Wright County Health Department reported three cases of measles, making a total of 14 cases within the state this year. According to data from the…
Portion of Interstate 70 reopens after semitruck fire in St. Peters
ST. PETERS, Mo. - A portion of Interstate 70 was closed Wednesday night into early Thursday after a semitruck caught fire in St. Peters. According to the Missouri Department of…
Landlords asked to help Northern Village tenants facing eviction
Less than 24 hours after tenants pleaded for help before the St. Louis County Council, county leadership is calling is calling on landlords to help get these families into safer…
Ferguson hit-and-run victim dies a month after accident
The mother of a hit-and-run victim in Ferguson says her son’s life has ended.
St. Louis high school football team's season canceled amid misconduct investigation
The rest of the 2026 football season for one St. Louis high school football team has been canceled as the district investigates reports of "seriously inappropriate behavioral and…
Blues comeback falls short against Minnesota Wild in 5-4 loss
Matt Boldy had his fifth career hat trick as part of a four-point night, Kirill Kaprizov added his league-high ninth goal and two assists, and the Minnesota Wild held off the St.…
Newest Missouri State Highway Patrol class graduates
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s newest class of troopers officially graduated Friday from the agency’s Law Enforcement Academy in Jefferson City.
Saint Louis Zoo welcomes new polar bear this fall
The Saint Louis Zoo will welcome a new polar bear, a 5-year-old female named Laerke, to its grounds later this fall.
St. Louis to host 2027 UFL Draft at Ballpark Village, offering immersive experince to fans
St. Louis is scheduled to host the 2027 UFL Draft on Nov. 18 at Ballpark Village, featuring national coverage on NFL Network and interactive fan experiences.
Hallmark selects Carlinville for future film location, crowned 'merriest' Christmas town
Carlinville, Ill., won Hallmark's inaugural Merriest Christmas Towns contest and is set to serve as a filming location for a future holiday movie.
Dog reunited with rescuers ahead of adoption
Last August, Ameren workers Ed Schmidt and Anthony Hall found a stray dog who was starving and alone. They called Stray Rescue of St. Louis and sent a photo of the dog.
Missouri Lottery player wins $150K Powerball prize in Hazelwood
A Missouri Lottery player won a $150,000 Powerball prize after purchasing a ticket with the Power Play multiplier at Hazelwood Discount Liquor in north St. Louis County.