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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When Moving Means More Than Just Distance

When Moving Means More Than Just Distance: The Expanding Role of Transport in Modern Relocation (STL.News) Relocation has…

The New York Stock Exchange Celebrates 234 Years of Capitalism

The New York Stock Exchange celebrates 234 years as one of the world’s most powerful symbols of capitalism…

Stango Cuisine Expands Hours While Bringing Zambian Flavor to Illinois

Stango Cuisine in Champaign, Illinois, has announced updated business hours as it continues to grow its reputation for…

St. Louis Voters Keep Funding Failure While Conditions Continue Declining

St. Louis residents continue paying high taxes while facing population loss, infrastructure failures, police funding disputes, and delayed…

High Taxes, Bigger Government, and the Voter Question Facing America

Many of America’s highest-taxed cities are governed by long-term Democratic leadership and expanding local government systems. Rising sales…

Gas Prices are Creating Financial Pain for America in 2026

Gas prices are once again creating financial pain for American families and small businesses in 2026. Higher fuel…

Top 5 Best-Performing Stocks of 2026

Top 5 Best-Performing Stocks of 2026 Fueled by the Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Explosion Artificial intelligence infrastructure companies are…

Global Markets End Week Lower as Oil, Inflation and Bond Yields Shake Investors

Global markets ended the week lower as oil prices and bond yields climbed. AI-related technology stocks remained a…

How Tenants Can Respond to Unsafe Living Conditions

(STL.News) Renters expect their homes to be safe, clean, and properly maintained. When something goes wrong, it can…

No Income Tax Doesn’t Mean Low Taxes: The Florida vs. Texas Reality

(STL.News) For many Americans, the appeal is immediate — almost instinctive. No state income tax. It’s a phrase…

U.S. Stocks End Volatile Week After Record Highs, Oil Shock, and Yield Pressure

U.S. stocks finished the week mixed after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs before Friday’s selloff.…

AI Is Changing Society Faster Than It Can Be Trusted

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping journalism, healthcare, finance, education, and military technology despite ongoing concerns about accuracy. AI…

When Schools Can No Longer Be Trusted: Parents, Taxpayers, and the Breakdown of Public Education

A Jefferson County teacher molestation case is reigniting national outrage over school safety and public education failures. Parents…

Global Markets Sink Overnight – Friday, May 15, 2026

Global Markets Sink Overnight as Oil, Inflation, and Iran Tensions Pressure Investors Global markets traded sharply lower overnight…

Missouri’s Downtown Redevelopment Bill Could Reshape the Future of St. Louis

Missouri lawmakers are advancing major redevelopment legislation designed to transform vacant downtown office buildings into housing, retail, and…