News across Greater St. Louis
Fear is no substitute for facts, writer says
To the editor: I respectfully disagree with the recent letter from Milton Rudi and his characterization of the Democratic Party and its candidates. Encouraging citizens to research candidates and vote is good advice. However, claiming that electing a Democrat automatically opens…
Writer thanks local fire departments for assistance during emergency
To the editor: I’m writing to thank the Lemay and Mehlville Fire and EMS Departments for their wonderful response on Aug. 28 to a fire emergency at the senior apartments where I live. Around midday, residents noticed large flames coming from the trash receptacle on the patio. 911…
Writer gives thoughts, responds to August letter about national debt
To the editor: I refer to T. Oceno’s letter in “The Call” of Aug. 27, 2026, regarding the national debt. No issue is more important than the national debt. T. Oceno said tax cuts lead to an increase in the national debt. He’s right. When the government cuts taxes, it gets less…
Research political candidates before voting, writer advises
To the editor: A recent letter to the editor urging voters to fear Democrats because the Democratic Party is supposedly becoming a “Communist/Socialist front” is a good example of political rhetoric outrunning the facts. The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is a socialist…
Missouri Representative discusses public safety, Proposition P
To the editor: Can you imagine a gang taking over your neighborhood — terrorizing residents, destroying property and creating complete chaos for hours — only to call the police for help and have no officers arrive for more than an hour? That is exactly what happened in the Bevo…
Battle over Missouri’s congressional map reaches US Supreme Court for third time
Challengers to a redrawn congressional map in Missouri aimed at favoring Republicans returned to the US Supreme Court on Tuesday, urging it to halt its use in November’s midterm elections after a St. Louis-based federal court again ordered its reinstatement despite two previous…
09/28/26 Board of Aldermen Packet Available
Click here to view the complete packet materials for the upcoming Board of Aldermen meeting.
Project Redbird South Phase 3 (US-61 Roundabout)
A Catholic media star will be beatified in St. Louis, moving a step closer to sainthood
Bishop Fulton Sheen, who charmed millions of television viewers on his show Life Is Worth Living,'will come one step closer to being declared a saint.
A Catholic media star will be beatified in St. Louis, moving a step closer to sainthood
Bishop Fulton Sheen, who charmed millions of television viewers on his show Life Is Worth Living,'will come one step closer to being declared a saint.
Lane Closures on Mexico Road East of Spencer Road from Sept. 24 - Oct. 5, 2026
The left lane of westbound Mexico Road east of Spencer Road is expected to close from Sept. 24 at 7 a.m. until Sept. 29. Then the left lane of eastbound Mexico Road east of Spencer Road will close from Sept. 29 to Oct. 5.
Recycle City Drop-Off Center Closed from Sept. 28-Oct. 2, 2026
Recycle City’s Drop-Off Center will be closed from Monday to Friday, Sept. 28-Oct. 2, 2026, for a recycling industry event hosted by the City of St. Peters.