Tow scandal threatens police chief

24 July 2008, 1:14 am

Police Chief Joe Mokwa took office seven years ago as a polished veteran who was as much at ease shaking hands at a neighborhood meeting as slapping cuffs on a suspect.... read more

Man charged in shooting outside East St. Louis club

23 July 2008, 9:06 pm

A 34-year-old East St. Louis man accused of shooting a Club Phoenix security guard and a woman he was walking to her car Saturday morning was charged today.... read more

Officer Shoots Dog; Bullet Ricochets and Hits Man

23 July 2008, 1:41 pm

The search is on for an injured dog after police said an officer shot it when it became overly aggressive.... read more

Scouts seeking supplies for foster care kids

23 July 2008, 9:25 am

Boy Scout Troop 147 is sponsoring a drive to collect luggage, backpacks, school supplies, tote bags and duffle bags for the 10,000 Missouri children in foster care.... read more

Police: Body and gun found in rubble of burned-out Maplewood home

23 July 2008, 1:09 am

St. Louis County Police confirm a body and a long-barreled gun were found in the rubble of a burned-out home, which has been the target of an investigation into a deadly shooting Monday in Maplewood, eight ...... read more

Police chief defends himself in car investigation

22 July 2008, 4:55 pm

St. Louis Police Chief Joe Mokwa defended himself Tuesday amid concerns about his role in a scandal involving seized vehicles, admitting to errors in judgment but saying he did nothing wrong.... read more