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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St. Louis South Side Crime Stories Told by Ex-Detectives

ST. LOUIS, MO - October 13, 2026 (STL.News) The South Side of St. Louis has a colorful, sometimes…

DOJ Charges 16 in Election Crimes Across 11 Districts

Federal prosecutors announce new election-related charges nationwide, including a Missouri case involving allegations of illegal voting over two…

West Virginia Fraud Unit Exposes Public Corruption

CHARLESTON, W.VA - October 13, 2026 (STL.News) A special investigative unit in West Virginia has uncovered tens of…

Bird Flu Confirmed in St. Louis County Ducks

BALLWIN, MO - October 13, 2026 (STL.News) The St. Louis County Department of Public Health is urging residents…

Feds Tighten Pressure in Major Gambling Case

HAMMOND, IN - October 13, 2026 (STL.News) Federal prosecutors are intensifying their efforts to restrict the movements of…

Poker Tournaments and Card Room Culture in St. Louis

(STL.News) Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in St. Charles held the Mid-States Poker Tour's St. Louis stop from September 1…

Best St. Louis Date Ideas for People Who Hate Awkward First Dates

(STL.News) You are 15 minutes into a first date at a quiet bar. The drinks are half gone,…

Retired Police Sergeant Suspected in Family Killings

STRAWBERRY, CA - October 12, 2026 (STL.News) Retired Police Sergeant - A retired San Francisco police sergeant is…

Yellow Tap Water Alarms West St. Louis County Residents

Missouri American Water attributes the discoloration to heavy rainfall in the Missouri River watershed, but residents question communication…

Small Business Cyber Insurance for St. Louis Owners

(STL.News) Customer files, payments, and schedules are now available online, but a single mistake could bring everything to…

Rise of Sweepstakes Apps: What’s Driving America’s Mobile Gaming Boom

(STL.News) About 80% of sweepstakes casino players spend money each month, according to the American Gaming Association, and…

Overseas Markets Mixed as Oil Prices Swing

Overseas Markets: South Korean stocks fell sharply while European banks advanced as investors weighed energy prices, inflation, and…

New Jersey Massage Parlor Raided Again, $10K Seized

MAYS LANDING, NJ - October 12, 2026 (STL.News) A New Jersey massage parlor is facing renewed scrutiny after…

Fox News Traces Groups Behind France Protests

PARIS, France - October 12, 2026 (STL.News) A Fox News Digital investigation has identified a network of 50…

Two Women Charged in Attack on Off-Duty Officer

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO - October 12, 2026 (STL.News) Two 20-year-old women from Florissant face felony charges following…