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Proposal calls for new bars in certain downtown areas to close by 1:30 a.m.

2 years 3 months ago
A new proposal from Greater St. Louis Inc. seeks to have the city of St. Louis make some changes when it comes to bars and their hours, claiming safety as the biggest benefit. Greater St. Louis wants new bars, clubs and venues that set up shop in primarily residential and office areas to close their doors by 1:30 a.m., getting rid of the 3 a.m. option. The change would require sign-off from the city's legislative body, the Board of Aldermen. "The initiative to update the zoning code in Downtown…
Laura Barczewski, KSDK

WashU project seeks to boost venture capital flow to minority firms

2 years 3 months ago
In 2021, startups founded by women attracted only 2% of funding given to venture-backed U.S. startups, according to research firm Pitchbook. Black and Hispanic founders snagged only 1.4% and 2.1%, respectively, of venture dollars in 2021, according to studies. Washington University's Olin Business School wants to boost those figures.
Nathan Rubbelke

Cardinals postseason tickets as high as $270 for some games

2 years 3 months ago
The St. Louis Cardinals' magic number was reduced to eight, despite a 3-0 loss versus the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday, as the Yankees posted a win over the Brewers. Postseason tickets went on sale online Friday afternoon and will be available in person Monday. As fans get more excited about postseason games, ticket prices are right up there too. Tickets are as high as $270 dollars but it depends on the game and the section, some are even still available for $20. “We’re going to go all the…
Laura Barczewski, KSDK

St. Louis hospital is being quietly sold

2 years 3 months ago
The facility in 2021 had been purchased out of bankruptcy for about $17 million. Now, its owners said they're in the process of selling it, as another company operates it "under an Interim Management Agreement."
Jacob Kirn

St. Louis Business Journal takes 15 awards in Missouri Press contest

2 years 3 months ago
The St. Louis Business Journal received eight first place awards in the Missouri Press Foundation’s 2022 Better Newspaper Contest. In all, the publication was recognized 15 times in this year's contest, including five second place awards and two honorable mentions in addition to the eight first place honors. The awards recognized work completed in 2021. Among the publication's first place wins this year were awards for Best News Story, Best Business Story, Best Breaking News Story and Best Feature…
Diana Barr

Former Sweetie Pie's star found guilty in murder-for-hire trial

2 years 3 months ago
After more than 17 hours of deliberating, the jury issued a verdict in the murder-for-hire trial of Tim Norman. The "Welcome to Sweetie Pie's" reality TV star was found guilty on all charges. He was charged with conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, murder-for-hire resulting in death and mail fraud. Sentencing is set for Dec. 15 Norman and his family are known for the reality TV show "Welcome to Sweetie Pie's" on the Oprah Winfrey Network, which ran for several seasons. Back in 2020, he was accused…
Justina Coronel, KSDK

San Francisco biotech company opens new $41M office in Cortex (Photos)

2 years 3 months ago
A San Francisco-based immunology company that wants to help eradicate infectious disease globally has expanded its footprint in St. Louis, opening a new $41 million office within the Cortex innovation district. It says the new facility will be critical to advancing research to treat several infectious diseases, including Covid-19.
Nathan Rubbelke