Several homes catch fire in Cahokia Heights, Illinois

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. — Several unoccupied homes caught on fire overnight on Range Lane in Cahokia Heights, Illinois. One home is completely destroyed and another sustained heavy damage. Firefighters appear to have the situation under control. Ameren crews are...

St. Louis Public Schools superintendent to be sworn in

ST. LOUIS — The new St. Louis schools superintendent will be officially sworn into office today. Dr. Keisha Scarlett took over the job in July after the retirement of Dr. Kelvin Adams. She was assistant superintendent in the Seattle Public School District. The...