MoDOT Says No Problems In 2nd Day Blasting and I-270 Closures

MoDOT reports Wednesday's road closures and rock blasting on northbound and southbound I-270 experienced no serious issues.

MoDOT Cancels PM I-270 Blast; Traffic Backed up 5 Miles During AM Blast

The next blasting and closure of I-270 is Wednesday 10 a.m.

Blasting Shuts Down I-270 Tuesday, South of Hwy 40

MoDOT is warning drivers to avoid I-270 during the morning and afternoon hours when blasting will take place and close the road for about 15 minutes at a time. It begins Tuesday and will last all week.

LAST CHANCE: To Vote Absentee, Monday Was Last Day

Vote 7am - 5pm Monday, at the Election office in Maplewood.

Election Day: Your Guide to June 5, 2012 Ballot Issues

Sewer rates and several related sewer measures are on the ballot Tuesday for voters in Chesterfield. Here's what you should know.

Quick Voting Guide: Sewers Need $945M Bond Issue and Operations Update

"Yes" on Proposition Y means selling bonds for sewer repairs keeps our rate hikes gradual; PLUS eight charter amendments aim at efficiency and transparency for operating the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District.

Hoist America's Colors On Flag Day, June 14

Fly your flag between Memorial Day and July 4th!

Chesterfield Joins Elite Group on Tree Management

One of four statewide, the city was named the 15th year for its tree management and growth policies and action.

Maybe Claire McCaskill Belongs to the Wrong Party

Seeking high-dollar campaign donations must mean McCaskill is going after Republicans.

Courts Uphold Redistricting; Carnahan Faces Clay

The Missouri Supreme Court has affirmed redistricting lines drawn earlier this year, pitting two incumbents against each other in District 1.

It’s Party Time, for Those Early-Morning Fliers at Lambert

Missouri lawmakers made sure you can get liquor at the airport at 4am, but nothing is open.

Questions Over Outlet Mall Stormwater Ditch Returns

Despite previous assurances, is Rombach Farms threatened by outlet mall development?

Second Outlets Developer Seeks 'Transportation Tax' Break

Taubman has interest in $41 million in tax help.

Ex-Chesterfield Mayor: 'Voters Are Sick and Tired of Paying Taxes'

Nancy Greenwood revealed her opposition to a sales tax for the outlets mall just prior to Monday's City Council vote, via letter.

Sales Tax Hike for Chesterfield Outlet Mall Developer Passes 6-1

Chesterfield City Council moves for St. Louis Premium Outlets to get $30 million to build.

Outlets Developer Disputes Claims of Other Chesterfield Outlets

Lawyers intend to address "misleading" claims of other outlet developers at Chesterfield City Hall Monday night.

'Men In Black' Showed Chesterfield Sen. Cunningham the Statehouse Door?

Missouri State Sen. Jane Cunningham, a Chesterfield Republican, described in a March 31 speech, who is responsible for her leaving office.

Chesterfield Leaders To Vote Over Outlets, Schoettler Road Fixes, Monday

City Council meets 6:30pm Monday at City Hall; Agenda includes outlets site plan, outlets tax district, stormwater management, roadway improvements, AT&T antennas, and more.

State Sen. Cunningham To Be Released From Hospital Thursday

Chesterfield senator was hospitalized overnight after feeling light-headed Wednesday at the state capitol.

State Sen. Jane Cunningham Hospitalized In Jefferson City

The Chesterfield resident and state senator was feeling light-headed Wednesday.

June 5 Election: Vote On Sewer Rate Hike

Chesterfield (and St. Louis) voters will decide over their sewer rates—to increase this summer. Federal Clean Water Act and a lawsuit started it all.

Neighbors of Schnucks Seek Taller Fencing

Neighbors of a Schnucks under construction at Clarkson and Kehrs Mill roads want to change city fence code limits on height.

Transportation Upgrades Seek Statewide Support, Funding

Safety, job creation, and better transportation were cited Monday as reasons Missouri needs funding for better roads, rail and bridges.

Sewer Vote Would Slow Guaranteed MSD Rate Increase

A June 5 vote is planned in St. Louis county and city on Proposition Y, along with eight charter amendments aimed at increasing the efficiency and transparency of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District.

Traffic Ahead: More Painting, Patching, Striping

MoDOT's St. Louis region work zone tame this weekend, so Happy Mother's Day.

Area Candidates Jumping Off The Missouri Statehouse Ballot

Area state senate and general assembly races are still changing after the filing deadline.

GOING GREEN: Buying iPads for City Council, Staff, in Chesterfield

There's a APP for that!

Crowd at City Hall Opposes Tax Hike for Chesterfield Outlet Mall

First reading passes 7-1. Final vote by council May 21.

Parkway District Says Court OK To Nix Student Transfers

The ruling came down Tuesday.

Gov. Nixon Endorses Lacy Clay for U.S. Congress

Chesterfield is in nearby district, but Carnahan could have run in either district.

Blessing: Brought 'Em Back Alive From Afghanistan

Jefferson Barracks unit back after ten-month tour of duty; May 5 celebrate in Ballwin.

Part 2: Meth In Your Neighborhood?

A drug agent had a meth lab blow up in his face and said it can happen to anyone just as easily.

Part 1: Is Meth Moving Into Your Neighborhood?

If you ask the Missouri Narcotics Association, the answer is "Yes."

TV Crew Comes for Pumpkin; Gets the Whole Enchilada

Outlet's pumpkin color walls were too much for Councilmember Fults.

Council Swearing-In or American Girl Store Party? Which Is the Bigger Deal?

Since few attend city meetings, let me walk you through a special one.

Traffic Ahead: Lanes Closed on I-64 and I-270, Work Zone Awareness Week

Get the latest on the roadways, from the Missouri Department of Transportation's weekly update.

Fatal Crash Early Friday On I-270; MoDOT Working

One person was reported dead when a car struck a work vehicle in the I-270 work zone between Highway 44 and Manchester Road.

Cops Ring Wrong Doorbell on Chesterfield Patch Columnist

Former Chesterfield businessman and ex-convict had police knocking on my door.

Both Outlet Malls Looking For Tax Breaks

Proposed Chesterfield developers look to add sales tax on shoppers.

New City Council Assignments Revealed

Chesterfield incumbents sworn in post-election.