Federal investigators say Quentin Hanks admitted to setting two massage parlors on fire after becoming angry over a sexual encounter. A woman’s body was recovered from one of the buildings. CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, IL – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) A 36-year-old... Read more
KISSIMMEE, FL – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Wednesday that he arrested Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa, accusing the elected official of improperly obtaining taxpayer-funded business assistance grants meant to help small businesses recover from the... Read more
Federal prosecutors say a 24-year-old Kansas man threatened to shoot President Donald Trump and claimed to have mapped rooftops near the president’s campaign appearance. WICHITA, KS – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) Federal authorities have arrested and charged a 24-year-old Kansas... Read more
WALTHAM, MA – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) Ardelyx Inc. (NASDAQ: ARDX), a Massachusetts-based biopharmaceutical company, is facing a federal securities class action lawsuit alleging that the company and certain executives misled investors about its commercial growth prospects, prescription reimbursement challenges,... Read more
BOSTON, MA – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) Fraud – Federal prosecutors in Massachusetts announced Wednesday that authorities have dismantled an alleged multimillion-dollar marriage fraud operation accused of arranging hundreds of fraudulent marriages to help foreign nationals obtain immigration benefits in... Read more
Residents question years of code violations, property neglect, and delays as north St. Louis County prepares for major development projects. SPANISH LAKE, MO – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) Residents of Spanish Lake in north St. Louis County are demanding action... Read more
Ohio indictment alleges education funds were diverted through private companies as Rhode Island Democratic Party chair resigns and a successor is named. STEUBENVILLE, Ohio – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) Fraud – A sweeping criminal investigation into the alleged diversion of... Read more
KISSIMMEE, FL – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa was arrested Wednesday morning on charges of grand theft and organized scheme to defraud, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, marking a significant development in months of legal... Read more
LAKELAND, FL – October 21, 2026 (STL.News) The future of American law enforcement could soon include police officers flying compact, battery-powered aircraft over emergencies instead of relying exclusively on traditional patrol vehicles and helicopters. Florida Polytechnic University has unveiled an... Read more
Overview of the Feast of Fortune Event (STL.News) Black Friday and the surrounding holiday weekend are prime opportunities for casino players to engage in limited-time promotions that combine multiple short campaigns into a cohesive seasonal event. American Luck’s Feast of... Read more