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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3 Zapp Bar – O’Fallon, IL

3 Zapp Bar, 1407 W HWY 50, Unit 106, O'Fallon, IL, to open in November 2025. O'Fallon, IL…

Online Ordering Continues to Fuel Restaurant Growth

The Online Ordering Revolution: How Digital Dining Continues to Fuel Restaurant Growth and Economic Expansion in 2025 Introduction:…

Trump’s Policies Created Confidence in the Financial Markets

How Trump’s Policies Created Confidence and Fueled America’s Market Momentum (STL.News) When Donald J. Trump took office in…

US Financial Markets End the Week High Note Nov. 1, 2025

US Financial Markets End the Week on a High Note as Investors Eye Rate Cuts and Economic Resilience…

Yummy Rice Noodle – New Flavor Chinese Dining – University City

A New Flavor of Authentic Chinese Dining Arrives in University City University City, MO (STL.News) The St. Louis…

The Spirit of Halloween – An Ancient Tradition

The Spirit of Halloween: How an Ancient Tradition Became America’s Favorite Fall Celebration (STL.News) – Each year on…

Trump’s Common-Sense Immigration Strategy

Trump’s Common-Sense Immigration Strategy: Restoring Federal Authority Where States and Cities Have Failed A Return to Common Sense…

Trump and Xi Reach New U.S.–China Trade Agreement

Trump and Xi Reach New U.S.–China Trade Agreement in Busan, Signaling a Fragile Truce and Renewed Cooperation Introduction:…

Global Markets Wrap – Friday, October 31, 2025

Global Markets Wrap – Friday, October 31, 2025: Halloween Trading Ends October on a High Note Introduction: Global…

Key Features and Benefits of Vitabright Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM

(STL.News) The quest for maintaining healthy joints often leads individuals towards nutritional supplements, with Vitabright Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM…

Overseas Markets Mixed Ahead of US Data – Oct. 30, 2025

Overseas Markets Mixed Ahead of U.S. Data — Investors Weigh Fed Rate Cut and U.S.–China Trade Hopes (STL.News)…

Simple Steps for Getting Your Cannabis Card in Florida

(STL.News) Many residents in Florida are discovering that medical cannabis can offer real relief from pain, stress, or…

Missouri Among Top 10 U.S. States Desperately Seeking Legal Support for Personal Injuries

(STL.News) The study shows Missouri residents are searching the fifth most for personal injury lawyers in the U.S.…

Beginner’s Guide to Casino Promotions and Rewards

(STL.News) Casino promotions are currently one of the key factors that make people enjoy online gambling. Welcome bonuses…

Wall Street Hovers Near Record Highs – Oct. 29, 2025

Wall Street Hovers Near Record Highs as Fed’s Caution Tempers Optimism - A Mixed Close on a Monumental Day…