SLMPD continues homicide count descent, two more flights from St. Louis to Chicago, respiratory diseases rampant across Missouri and other stories you missed this week

ST. LOUIS — We’re wrapping up the the most popular stories of the week for you.

This Week’s Big Stories

1. SLMPD continues homicide count descent

Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD) saw homicide totals descend for the fifth straight year. Detectives worked on 139 homicides in 2025, down from 151 the year before and 160 in 2023.

2. Two more flights from St. Louis to Chicago

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