Traffic Ahead: Another Work-Free Weekend

Along with the MoDOT report, MADD has some advice for what to do if you see a drunk driver.

SOS Candidate Seeks St. Louis Support

Plus: Sommer wins recount, Clay-Carnahan examined and politicians get in Christmas spirit.

St. Louis County OKs Budget that Spares Parks, Reduces Staff

After a tumultuous two-month period that included threats of park shutdowns, protests and the possible closing of a West County satellite office, council members sign off on a $357 million budget.

MoDOT Request: No Parking on One Block of Telegraph

Between Brilliant and Willette: It's to improve sight distance when turning onto Telegraph.

Former MO Lawmaker Joins Romney's Pile On of Gingrich

Also, Ron Paul supporters get organized in Brentwood.

Traffic Ahead: If You Have to Go Downtown, Take I-44

All lanes on eastbound I-64 in downtown St. Louis will close this weekend.

County Council Adjusts Budget to Fund Parks

The General Fund gains $350,000 in the process. The final vote is next week.

Coca-Cola Freestyle Debuts at Fazoli's

The new vending machine allows customers to have Coca Cola products more than 100 different ways.

District Sets Second Town Hall Meeting, Saves on Insurance Consultant

The Mehlville school board met Thursday to pass the school's improvement plan and approve a new insurance consultant.

Redistricting Earthquake Shakes Up Plans

Incumbents scrambling to avoid primaries, at least in the St. Louis area.

State Rep. Scott Sifton Running in New 93rd District

Redistricting put Sifton and Rep. Genise Montecillo in the same district, but they have resolved the overlap.

Compromise Reached: All Parks to Stay Open

County Executive Charlie Dooley said all St. Louis County Parks will remain open.

Dooley Demands Stenger's Apology For Radio Show Remarks

Stenger said he did not say anything insulting.

State Redraws Legislative Districts

Mehlville and Oakville are now combined into two state House of Representatives districts rather than strewn across several districts.

School Board Hopes to Have Goals by January

The school board established a system to create their annual goals.

County Budget Committee Discusses Alternatives to Closing Parks

A special committee met Tuesday to brainstorm the 2012 proposed budget.

Budget Debate Heats Up Between County Executive and Council Chair

The 2012 budget must be passed before Dec. 31.

Filing Opens for Two School Board Positions

Two positions are open on the Mehlville school board in the April election.

Map-Making Isn't Always Pretty

CNN special looks into the redrawing of congressional lines.

Special Committee Questions County Budget Estimates

A special budget committee met Monday to look at the 2012 recommended St. Louis County budget.

Pundits Skeptical of Gingrich Rise

Former House Speaker gains in the polls as alternatives to Romney falter.

School Board Sets Full Day Kindergarten Tuition Rate, Approves Audit

Kindergarten tuition will stay the same as the current year.

Residents to Dooley: "Hands Off Our Parks"

More than 60 people spoke at the public hearing on the recommended 2012 county budget.

Park Supporters to Rally at County Budget Hearing Tuesday

County Executive Charlie Dooley said he hopes all the parks can be kept open through partnerships with the municipalities, welfare groups and the state.

Mr. Self-Destruct? Perry Plunders at Debate

Texas Gov. Rick Perry's debate woes continue, prompting questions about whether he will last in the presidential race.

Fuhr Addresses Shortfalls of Special Session at Town Hall Meeting

Rep. Gary Fuhr addressed constituents in a town hall meeting Wednesday night.

E. coli Update: 30 Confirmed Cases

The total number of confirmed E. coli cases connected to the St. Louis area outbreak has reached 30, but food samples are testing negative for the bacteria.

Residents Support County Parks at Council Meeting

More than 60 attended the county council meeting Tuesday, with 10 speaking about the parks.

Updated: Petition Launches to Save County Parks Reaches 2,000 Signatures

More than 2,000 people have signed the online petition asking county government officials not to close parks in budget cuts.

E. coli Update: 28 Confirmed Cases

The total number of confirmed E. coli cases connected to the St. Louis area outbreak has reached 28, but food samples are testing negative for the bacteria.

County Considers Closing Parks in Budget-Saving Move

County Executive Charlie Dooley proposed closing 20 county parks and a community center to help cut $10 million from the 2012 budget.

Cain Feels Pain After 'Politico' Report

The Georgia businessman's lack of elected experience may be bad omen.

UPDATE: Schnucks Salad Bars Focus of E. coli Outbreak

Health officials confirm that Schnucks salad bars are a focus of their E. coli investigation.

Filing Begins for Missouri Presidential Primary

Amid questions about whether the primary will amount to anything, supporters of former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney threw his name into contest.

Updated: E. coli Breaks Out in St. Louis County

Updated: The St. Louis County Health Department is investigating an E. coli outbreak, with 14 cases of the bacteria reported this week.

MO Governor Rids Schools of Facebook Ban

Gov. Jay Nixon signed new legislation eliminating the controversial ban.

Wagner Haul Raises Eyebrows

Wagner campaign responds to speculation from Politico that she may switch races.

Metro Transit to Study South County Transport Expansion

The area could be getting an improved transport system, thanks to a federal grant.

Raising Cain: GOP Candidate Shoots Up in the Polls

Nearly six months ago, GOP presidential candidate Herman Cain spoke at the Missouri Capitol as an also-ran in the Republican field. Today, he is leading in some public opinion polls.

Romney Gains Fans in St. Louis

The former Massachusetts governor announced a raft of endorsements from Missouri political figures, including a number from the St. Louis area.