Economy & Business

Last year, more than 30 farmers were trapped inside grain silos in the U.S., according to Purdue University, but a new robot could help keep them safe.

The legislature failed to pass a bill that aimed to forgive nearly $150 million in mostly federal benefits given to thousands of Missourians mistakenly during the height of the pandemic.

A new report assessing the region’s small-business landscape found a major gap in the amount of funding needed versus what entrepreneurs can secure, with business owners of color hit hardest.

ArchCity Defenders has launched a new guide to help St. Louisans facing evictions represent themselves in court. “Representing Yourself When Facing Eviction” explains the types of eviction lawsuits and how to prepare for court.

Warehousing in the region saw big gains with changing consumer habits, while hospitality and tourism-related businesses are struggling to increase staffing ahead of a likely busy tourist season.

The gate on Delmar Boulevard is one of about 285 street barriers blocking access into neighborhoods. Some proponents of keeping it open hope doing so sparks a larger conversation about accessibility across the city.

The Emergency Broadband Benefit program will give eligible Missourians up to $50 per month toward their internet bill. The $3.2 billion program was announced by the Federal Communications Commission.

Corn, soybeans, livestock, lumber and wines are all among the products the state is marketing to southeast Asian countries.

After the coronavirus pandemic canceled most festivals and other large public events last year, some organizers are carefully planning a return to some pre-pandemic normalcy this year.

Nearly 100,000 Missourians now have a medical marijuana card, and demand for edibles is booming. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how they’re made.