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12 Oct

Small Business Cyber Insurance for St. Louis Owners

(STL.News) Customer files, payments, and schedules are now available online, but a single mistake could bring everything to a halt. As a result, small business cyber insurance has become a wise addition to the budgets of many local shops, clinics, and companies. However, many owners are still unsure what the policy covers or how much it costs. This guide answers those questions in simple terms. What Does Small Business Cyber Insurance Entail? Think of it as a safety net for digital problems. If hackers encrypt your files or leak customers’ details, bills tend to accumulate quickly. A policy can

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12 Oct

New Jersey Massage Parlor Raided Again, $10K Seized

MAYS LANDING, NJ – October 12, 2026 (STL.News) A New Jersey massage parlor is facing renewed scrutiny after police raided the business for the second time in seven months, arrested a New York resident on a prostitution-related charge and seized approximately $10,000 in cash reportedly concealed inside a ceiling. The latest investigation involves Waterfall Therapy, a massage business located at 4450 Black Horse Pike in the Festival at Hamilton shopping center in Mays Landing, Atlantic County. According to the Township of Hamilton Police Department, officers executed a court-authorized search warrant at approximately 9 a.m. Thursday, October 8, following

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11 Oct

Massive Minneapolis Fire Threatens Native Records

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – October 11, 2026 (STL.News) A massive three-alarm fire tore through commercial buildings along East Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis on Sunday, injuring two firefighters, causing structural collapses and raising serious concerns about the potential destruction of irreplaceable Native American historical and cultural records. The fire struck an area with deep connections to Minneapolis’ Native American community, where tribal organizations, cultural preservation programs and community service providers have maintained a presence for decades. Among the most significant concerns is possible damage to a collection of Dakota language materials that a local cultural organization describes as historically important and

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11 Oct

West Virginia Drug Bust Uncovers $1.5M in Narcotics

BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. – October 11, 2026 (STL.News) West Virginia Drug Bust – A major drug trafficking investigation in West Virginia has resulted in the seizure of more than $1.5 million worth of cocaine and fentanyl from a suspected stash house in Barboursville, raising concerns about the reach of international drug trafficking organizations into smaller American communities. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Huntington Violent Crimes Drug Task Force announced the findings Thursday, October 8, following a joint investigation that began in July 2026. According to law enforcement officials, investigators identified a suspected stash house in Cabell County

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11 Oct

Seattle Nightclub Shooting Kills Security Guard

SEATTLE, WA – October 11, 2026 (STL.News) A 36-year-old nightclub security guard was killed, and a 27-year-old woman was seriously injured in a drive-by shooting early Sunday morning in South Seattle, prompting a homicide investigation after police discovered a suspected getaway vehicle engulfed in flames less than an hour after the gunfire. The deadly shooting occurred shortly before 1 a.m. in the 5800 block of Fourth Avenue South, near Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood. According to the Seattle Police Department, multiple callers contacted 911 to report gunfire in the area. Responding officers discovered the male victim, who worked as security

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11 Oct

Trump Announces Ukraine-Russia Energy Ceasefire

Zelenskyy offers a conditional halt to Russian oil-refinery strikes as Washington pushes for an end to attacks on energy infrastructure. KYIV, Ukraine – October 11, 2026 (STL.News) President Donald Trump’s announcement of an immediate energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has raised hopes of reducing attacks on critical infrastructure, but significant questions remain about whether the two countries have reached an enforceable agreement and whether military operations targeting energy facilities will actually stop. The announcement follows mounting pressure from Washington over Ukrainian attacks against Russian oil refineries and other energy-related facilities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said Kyiv would

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11 Oct

Fenton Road Rage Shooting Leads to Murder Charges

FENTON, MO – October 11, 2026 (STL.News) A 71-year-old man faces first-degree murder and armed criminal action charges following a deadly shooting Friday night in Fenton, Missouri, in what investigators believe began as a road rage incident. The shooting occurred October 9 in the 10 block of Ashwood Drive, where responding officers discovered a man who had died from gunshot wounds, according to information reported Sunday by First Alert 4. Authorities identified the suspect as Michael F. Miller, 71, who remained at the location when officers arrived. Miller was detained and subsequently arrested. According to the report, Miller admitted

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11 Oct

Five Deaths Fuel Serial Killer Fears in Lansing

LANSING, MI – October 11, 2026 (STL.News) Five deaths associated with the Lansing River Trail in Michigan have raised concerns about a possible serial killer, prompting increased police patrols and heightened security awareness near Michigan State University. The deaths, reported between October 2025 and August 2026, involved five men ranging in age from 22 to 70. Investigators have identified similarities among several of the cases, including the victims’ apparent housing circumstances, injuries, and locations where they were discovered. Lansing Police Chief Robert Backus discussed the investigation during an October 2 news conference, acknowledging that detectives were examining whether

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11 Oct

Modern Skies Act Could Fund Lambert Airport Upgrades

ST. LOUIS, MO – October 11, 2026 (STL.News) A proposed $30 billion federal aviation modernization package could provide a significant financial opportunity for St. Louis Lambert International Airport as the region moves forward with plans to replace its aging passenger terminals with a modern, consolidated facility. The legislation, known as the Modern Skies Act, was introduced September 28 by U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri. It proposes new federal investments in airport terminal reconstruction, air traffic control modernization, control towers, and other aviation infrastructure. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy joined Schmitt at Lambert on October 8 to promote the proposal

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11 Oct

Two Children Die in North St. Louis County House Fire

ST. LOUIS, MO – October 11, 2026 (STL.News) Two children died, a third was critically injured, and a fourth was treated for smoke inhalation following a devastating house fire Friday night in north St. Louis County. The fire occurred October 9 in the 15600 block of Ninety Fourth Avenue, where emergency responders encountered a life-threatening situation involving multiple children. According to the St. Louis County Police Department and First Alert 4, police received a request to assist the Black Jack Fire Protection District at approximately 8:11 p.m. on Saturday, October 10. First responders found three children inside the residence.

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