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Trump signs bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after fighting it for months

2 hours 6 minutes ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday that compels his administration to release files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, bowing to political pressure from his own party after initially resisting those efforts. Trump could have chosen to release many of the files on his own months ago. “Democrats have used the ‘Epstein’ [...]
SEUNG MIN KIM, Associated Press

Schnucks slashes turkey prices to 57¢/lb for Thanksgiving

8 hours 33 minutes ago
With Thanksgiving just days away, grocery stores are bracing for one of the busiest shopping weeks of the year. And with SNAP benefits still uncertain for many families, Schnucks says its mission is to keep holiday meals affordable.
Caroline Pettey

Ameren Illinois rate hike cut by $55.8 million

8 hours 43 minutes ago
On Wednesday, The Illinois Commerce Commission slashed Ameren Illinois’ natural gas rate request by nearly half, cutting $55.8 million from the proposed $128.8 million increase. Commissioners said the decision was made to help balance utility needs with affordability for customers.
Alex Barton

Missouri seeks federal help in pressing China for $25 billion in COVID damages

9 hours 4 minutes ago
Missouri's attorney general has asked the State Department to notify China that the state is attempting to seize Chinese-owned properties to collect on a nearly $25 billion court judgment. The move comes after a federal judge ruled earlier this year that China hoarded personal protective equipment during the pandemic, harming Missouri. China called the lawsuit "very absurd" and did not participate in the trial. Some legal experts doubt Missouri can collect the judgment. But Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway said Wednesday that she is prepared for a long process.
DAVID A. LIEB