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The Academic Proles on the Barricades
Today on TAP: Some progress in the University of California strike, but nowhere near enough. And by the way, where’s Gavin?
Mötley Crüe & Def Leppard announce first US shows of 2023
In addition to their joint world tour, Mötley Crüe and Def Leppard will be sharing the stage Stateside in 2023. The two bands have announced a pair of co-headlining shows…
The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton & more make list of worst decisions in music history
Few artists make all the right decisions when it comes to their career, but there are some who make spectacularly bad decisions, and Rolling Stone is taking a long hard look at…
St. Louis Children’s Choirs taps Fresno woman for new director post
Alyson Moore of Fresno, California, will take the helm of the choir in fall 2023, becoming only the fourth artistic director in the group's 45-year history.
Detective Valentine To Be Honored With Renaming Of Bella Fontaine Shelter On Dec. 1
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - December 1, 2022, is the one-year anniversary of Detective Antonio Valentine’s line of duty death. In honor of Detective Valentine’s sacrifice, the Bella Fontaine Shelter in Bella Fontaine Park, located at 9565 Bellefontaine Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors, will be renamed the “Detective Antonio Valentine Memorial Shelter”. A dedication ceremony will be held at the shelter at 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 1, 2022. On December 1, 2021, St. Louis County Police Detective Antonio Valentine was fatally injured in a motor vehicle crash that occurred in North St. Louis County. Detective Valentine was assigned to the Bureau of Drug Enforcement. Detective Valentine is survived by his four children, ranging in age from 10 to 22. He was 42 years of age. Detective Valentine joined the Department in June of 2007 and served in the Central County Precinct, the Bureau of Transit Police, the North County Precinct, the Special Operations Unit, the Auto Crime
Missouri Secretary of State pushes to stop same-sex marriage act
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft sent a letter to Sen. Roy Blunt pushing him to reverse his vote and stop the Respect for Marriage Act.
21c Museum Hotel to open in downtown St. Louis, hires ‘community impact’ manager
The manager is tasked with community outreach and will help foster art that can be a “catalyst for urban revitalization and civic connection,” according to a release.
‘Unconditionally sorry’: Kevin Johnson, set for execution Tuesday, reflects on life
“How do I tell my own baby girl that you’ll never hear my voice again?”
Pine Lawn man sentenced to 10 years in St. Louis kidnapping that left one dead
Lashawn T. Clayburn has been convicted for roles in two homicides that happened within less than a month.
City Of Edwardsville Reports Gas Leak Repaired, Illinois 143 "All Clear" Tuesday Afternoon
EDWARDSVILLE - Cathy A. Hensley, a spokesperson for the City Of Edwardsville, reported Tuesday afternoon the ruptured gas pipe in a field on the east side of the city late Monday afternoon that forced the closure of a portion of Illinois Route 143 has been rectified. "All is clear, the road is fully open and the situation has been addressed," Hensley said. The Edwardsville Fire Department shut down Route 143 between Staunton Road and Goshen Road (east of Interstate 55) just before 5 p.m. There was no immediate danger to anyone who lived in the area, Hensley said. An update was issued later Monday night: "One lane of traffic on Route 143 has reopened, but drivers are asked to please be cautious and heed the guidance of first responders as traffic alternates between the eastbound and westbound directions." The Edwardsville Fire Department is being assisted in this matter by the Marine Fire Department.
Mueller Furniture Taking Part in Salvation Army's Annual Tree of Lights Campaign
ST. LOUIS - With the holidays around the corner, Mueller Furniture wants to make sure all families within the St. Louis area have food on their tables and the resources they need. Mueller Furniture, a 4 th generation, family-owned local business, is participating in The Salvation Army’s annual Tree of Lights campaign. The campaign is a historic St. Louis holiday tradition and is now in its 75th year of serving communities in St. Louis. “We are so grateful for the support the community has shown our business and want to always return the favor,” said Mueller’s Furniture owner, Mark Mueller. “It’s important to us that we participate in the community by giving back. During this holiday season, we are encouraging our customers to round up at the register to the nearest dollar to help support the Tree of Lights campaign and the amazing work The Salvation Army does.” The Salvation Army encourages local businesses throughout the St. Louis area
Givin' It All For Guts Hosts Blood Drive Wednesday In Fosterburg
FOSTERBURG - Givin' It All For Guts is hosting an important blood drive on Wednesday, November 30 in Fosterburg. The blood drive is from 2 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday at the Fosterburg Township Community Center, 2919 Main St., Fosterburg. Givin' It All For Guts is a local non-profit that raises funds to support the research of Crohn's Disease, Colitis, and IBD illnesses. The American Red Cross always stresses this is a vital time to donate blood during the holiday season because the donations sometimes trail off, but the needs do not. "The region has been dealing with a blood shortage for almost two years now," Angela Richards, president of Givin' It All For Guts, said. "What a great gift this is to give someone this time of year."
Central Bank of St. Louis names a new president, the second since 2021
The move marks the second leadership transition since 2021 at the bank, which has 15 branches in the metro area and 211 employees, with plans for more.
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Pine Lawn man pleads guilty in 2018 Christmas Eve kidnapping, homicide
A Pine Lawn man already in federal prison for a fatal carjacking was sentenced Monday for a murder in a north St. Louis neighborhood.
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St. Louis County looks to cut positions, close budget deficit
St. Louis County leaders will consider cutting hiring to address a $41 million hole in next year's budget.
Ohio Cops Decide First Amendment Doesn’t Exist, Arrest Newspaper Editor For Committing Journalism
Ohio cops just can’t seem to get their head around First Amendment protections. A case hopefully en route to a Supreme Court review involves Parma, Ohio cops who decided it was completely legal to arrest a town resident for creating a clearly satirical Facebook page that suggested the Parma PD was offering free abortions in […]
Son charged with killing father in Hazelwood apartment
A Hazelwood man was charged Sunday with killing his father inside their shared apartment.
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