Martin Smith

Martin Smith is the founder and Editor in Chief of STL.News, an independent digital news publication owned and operated by St. Louis Media, LLC. He founded STL.News in 2016 and oversees its editorial direction and digital publishing operations. His coverage includes business, financial markets, securities litigation, government and regulatory developments, legal news, and St. Louis-area businesses and economic activity.
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Luigi Mangione challenges crucial evidence obtained during his arrest at McDonald’s.

Headline: Evidence Dispute: Luigi Mangione Challenges Arrest Details Luigi Mangione Fights Key Evidence Seized at McDonald’s Arrest In…

Charlotte stabbing suspect has accumulated 18 criminal charges in the last ten years.

Headline: Charlotte Stabbing Suspect Has 18 Prior Criminal Charges Suspect in Charlotte Stabbing: A Troubling History of Crime…

Cincinnati Mayor Rejects Bail for Suspect in Mass Shooting Case

Cincinnati Mayor Opposes Bail for Mass Shooting Suspect Cincinnati Mayor Urges No Bail for Suspected Mass Shooter Cincinnati,…

Rhode Island Educator Alisha Crins Facing Charges for Alleged Sexual Assault of Student

Rhode Island Teacher Charged with Sexual Assault of Student Alisha Crins Faces Charges in Disturbing Case In a…

Former small-town mayor faces trial for alleged conduct at a raucous pool party.

Former Mayor Faces Trial Over Wild Pool Party Incident Ex-Small-Town Mayor Charged After Pool Party Incident In a…

Bodycam footage captures Caleb Flynn’s response following the death of his wife Ashley.

Caleb Flynn’s Heart-Wrenching Reaction Captured on Bodycam After Ashley’s Tragic Death Bodycam Footage Released Following Ashley Flynn’s Tragic…

Colin Gray found guilty of murder in Apalachee High School shooting case.

Headline: Colin Gray Found Guilty of Murder in Apalachee High School Shooting Colin Gray Convicted of Murder in…

DOJ Begins Paying Victims in $15.5 Million Global Securities Fraud Case

More than $12.4 million is now being distributed to over 8,000 victims through the Roger Knox Remission Fund.…

Influencer’s explosive murder claims in Idaho lead to significant repercussions

Influencer's Viral Idaho Murder Accusations Lead to Serious Fallout Influencer's Claims Shock Online Community In a shocking turn…

Timeline of Austin Shooting Explores Suspect’s Immigration Journey Amid Investigation of Possible Terror Connections

Headline: Austin Shooting Suspect’s Immigration History Under Scrutiny Timeline of the Austin Shooting: A Deep Dive into the…

Two Saved Following Emergency Landing of Small Plane in Hudson River

2 Rescued After Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Hudson River Emergency Landing on Hudson River: Two Lives…

State Department Expands Evacuation List as Iran Conflict Escalates, Plus Other Major Headlines

Headline: State Department Expands Evacuation List Amid Iran Tensions State Department Adds Urgent Evacuation Recommendation In a significant…

The Ultimate Guide to Link Building With Guest Posts and Directory Listings in 2026

Guest posts and directory listings remain two of the most powerful tools for building authority, traffic, and long-term…

Lightning Safety Takes Focus During Severe Weather Preparedness Week

Lightning Safety Takes Focus During Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Missouri and Illinois Missouri and Illinois are highlighting…

10 Signs the U.S. Economy Is Quietly Slowing in 2026

10 Signs the U.S. Economy Is Quietly Slowing in 2026 — And What It Means for St. Louis…