First Likely Human West Nile Virus Case Reported in St. Louis County

St. Louis County health officials said Tuesday the first probable human case of West Nile Virus has been reported.

Mehlville School District Employees Could See Double Insurance Rates Next Year

The Mehlville school board will hear a recommendation for the increases at their Sept. 25 board meeting.

St. Louis County Passes Foreclosure Mediation Bill

Under a new St. Louis County ordinance, banks will have to participate in formal mediation before foreclosing on a home.

Recount Announced in Second Congressional District for Oakville Democrat

Harold Whitfield, former Kirkwood city councilor and municipal judge, has asked for a recount in the race for the Democratic nomination for the 2nd Congressional District. Unofficial results showed Oakville's Glenn Koenen winning by 49 votes.

Put Akin Controversy in Past, Missouri Delegates Say at Tampa GOP Convention

Regardless of their views on congressman's statement and Romney's response to it, delegates say it's time to move on.

Todd Akin to Receive 40,000 Petitions from Planned Parenthood Advocates

Members of Advocates of Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region are scheduled to deliver a firm and "legitimate message" to Todd Akin’s Congressional Office in Ballwin at mid-day Wednesday.

Soldiers Return from Operation Enduring Freedom to Jefferson Barracks Welcome Ceremony

The St. Louis-based Missouri National Guard Unit gathered at Jefferson Barracks to reunite with their families after serving in the Middle East.

Mehlville School Board to Focus on Community, Meeting Efficiency at Retreat

The board set a tentative schedule for its retreat Sept. 8 at Rogers Elementary School.

New Laws in Effect: Move Over For MoDOT; No-Call for Cellphones and Faxes

Plus, find out what the new measures mean for childhood asthma sufferers in school and the next presidential primary date.

Cantaloupe Salmonella Warning Issued in Missouri

Consumers are advised to throw out any cantaloupe grown in southwest Indiana. A specific farm and stores have not been released.

Mehlville School Board to Set Retreat Agenda

Superintendent Eric Knost will also give an update on the district’s auditorium and tennis courts at Thursday's meeting.

Todd Akin Releases Apology, Asks Forgiveness

The candidate for Missouri Senate issued ad Monday.

Akin Fallout: Coverage of 'Legitimate Rape' Comment

A round-up of reaction stories and news updates since this story exploded on Sunday.

St. Louis County Employees Might Receive Raises in 2013

Pay increases are being discussed by officials during St. Louis County's budgeting process this year. It would mark the first time in four years that employees were given raises.

Parks $500K Budget Shortfall Might Not Exist, County Official Says

A spokesperson for St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley said a projected shortfall in the parks department may not be a reality.

Missouri Republican Ticket Brings Party To Valley Park

Congressional candidate Ann Wagner hopes to turn Missouri "firecracker red."

April Tax Increase Will Save County Parks, Committee Says

A committee of parks supporters studied the St. Louis County Parks system and endorsed a tax increase proposal. The measure must pass through the county council, where Councilman Steve Stenger said there is not a funding problem with the parks.

Whitfield to Ask for Recount in Tight Battle for Democratic Nomination

Glenn Koenen, of Oakville, won the Democratic nomination for the 2nd Congressional District by 49 votes, according to unofficial election results.

Lemay and Oakville Township Committeepersons Elected Tuesday

Along with statewide and Missouri legislators, voters chose their township committeeman and committeewoman.

Oakville's Glenn Koenen Wins Democratic Nomination for 2nd Congressional District

According to unofficial election results from the Secretary of State, Koenen, of Oakville, has won the Democratic nomination by 49 votes. Lack of results from two St. Louis County precincts held up the final unofficial determination.

South County National Guard Veteran Serves 40 of 90 Years

Bill Yancy served in the Missouri National Guard in the same unit for 40 years.

Burns Defeats Montecillo in "Ugly" Primary Race for District 93

The 93rd District represents parts of Lemay and Affton; Bob Burns received 61 percent of the vote.

Third Time Around for Brown and Englund in November

Republican Cloria Brown and Democrat Vicki Englund will vie for the 94th District, covering Mehlville and parts of Affton for the third time.

Affton's Scott Sifton to Face Sen. Jim Lembke in November

The two candidates will vie for the newly-drawn State Senate district, which includes South County, Webster Groves, Maplewood and Brentwood.

Sifton, Burns and Brown Win State Senate and Representative Primaries

Here's an unofficial result tally of the August Primary in Mehlville, Oakville, Affton and Lemay.

Would You Support a Tax Increase for St. Louis County Parks?

A special committee said the increase is needed to keep parks open while County Councilman Steve Stenger said it's unnecessary.

Builders Back County Library Tax Levy

If approved in November, the St. Louis County ballot item would fund upgrades at various library locations. The system includes the Cliff Cave Branch on Telegraph Road.

Brunner Heads Into Final Primary Campaign Weekend, Defends Spending Cut Position

Candidates are pushing their 'Get Out The Vote' message hard in the last days of the Primary campaign.

MoDOT Meet and Greet

Mehlville School District Board Candidate Forum

Mehlville School District Board of Education Meeting

County Council Meeting

Rep. Gary Fuhr Town Hall Meeting

Time to Care

Marsha Haefner Town Hall Meeting

South St. Louis County Town Hall Meeting

Multi Chamber Business After Hours

Senator Jim Lembke Town Hall Meeting

Mehlville School District Board of Education Meeting

CANCELED: Mehlville Fire Board Candidate Forum