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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Simple Ways to Get a Clearer Picture of Your Monthly Expenses

(STL.News) A lot of people know roughly how much they earn each month. What is harder is explaining…

Tallahassee Mass Shooting: Police Arrest Teen

A 15-year-old faces 11 attempted murder charges after gunfire near Florida A&M University injured 12 people, including six…

DOJ Details 48 Noncitizen Election Crime Cases

WASHINGTON, D.C. - October 26, 2026 (STL.News) The U.S. Department of Justice announced federal criminal charges Monday involving…

Chevys Fresh Mex Closes Olivette Restaurant

OLIVETTE, MO - October 26, 2026 (STL.News) Chevys Fresh Mex has permanently closed its longtime restaurant at 9119…

The Hidden Costs That Can Threaten Small Business Stability

(STL.News) A ransomware lockout costs a small company about three weeks of downtime. Not the rescue. The downtime.…

Lipowicz Law Firm Expands Family Law Resources

Ballwin-based law firm updates its website and adds educational content addressing Missouri child support, alimony, divorce, and financial…

Secret Service Faces Rising Threats and Policy Gaps

CBS 60 Minutes reports a sharp increase in threats against protected officials as federal investigators identify weaknesses in…

St. Louis Restaurant Review Tops 1,000 Posts

Regional restaurant publication celebrates a major publishing milestone after being named a Media List 5,000 honoree in the…

Carl’s Drive-In Featured in New St. Louis Review

St. Louis Restaurant Review highlights the Brentwood landmark’s signature smash burgers, homemade root beer, customer ratings, and more…

The First 30 Days After a Missouri Workplace Injury

(STL.News) Filling out forms hurts when you are already hurting. A shifted work schedule does not help either.…

Maplewood Restaurant Credits Influencer With Saving Business

STL.NEWS | LOCAL BUSINESS | OCTOBER 24, 2026 Bolyard’s in Maplewood reports long lines after an unusual request…

Man Charged in Fatal Independence Hospital Shooting

Kansas City man accused of killing girlfriend inside Centerpoint Medical Center as investigators examine surveillance footage, hospital security…

Texas Man Gets 20 Years in $150K PayPal Refund Scam

GRAYSON COUNTY, Texas - October 24, 2026 (STL.News) A Texas man has been sentenced to 20 years in…

St. Louis County Police Bust Nets Drugs, Stolen Gun

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO - October 24, 2026 (STL.News) A St. Louis County police operation resulted in the…

Florida Woman Held on $20M Bond in THC Distribution Case

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL - October 24, 2026 (STL.News) A Florida woman accused of participating in a nationwide…