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Update 3:55 p.m.: This story was updated to include a statement from Sam Page's office. St. Louis County voters approved a proposition Tuesday that will bar county executives from holding other jobs.
Nick Bognar Dishes on His Forthcoming Restaurant, Sado
Nick Bognar has heard St. Louis diners ask the same question over and over throughout his time in the area's restaurant scene: Where do we get good sushi?ย Now, he's hoping to definitely answer that query with the forthcoming restaurant, Sado, a new concept that will set the bar for Japanese dining in the metro area. "The idea is for us to bring a focused sushi bar to St. Louis," Bognar says.
The 1st Amendment Wins The Inaugural Techdirt Legal Misunderstanding March Madness
It was a hard-fought battle, but in the end, the 1st Amendment has been crowned champion as the most misunderstood legal concept in the inaugural Techdirt Legal Misunderstanding March Madness: Techdirt Legal Misunderstanding March Madness Finals. Which of the following is the *most* misunderstood legal concept. โ techdirt (@techdirt) April 4, 2022 Check out the […]
Daily Deal: The 2022 Complete Python Bootcamp Bundle
The 2022 Complete Python Bootcamp Bundle is your ultimate guide to learning Python. With 12 courses, you’ll start with the very basics and work your way towards more advanced skills like creating a smart security camera, building an image correction app, automating different data management tasks, and more. It’s on sale for $35. Note: The […]
Senators seek higher tax on profits at hearing for bill to legalize sports wagering in Missouri
If the Missouri Senate debates a sports wagering bill that passed the House last month, it will likely include a higher tax rate and more money to combat problem gambling. At the close of a hearing on the bill Wednesday, Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Dan Hegeman didnโt specify what tax rate on sports wagering profits […]
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Glen Carbon Police Cutting Edge Training ย
GLEN CARBON - The Glen Carbon Police Department has continued its commitment to being at the forefront of Use of Force and De-Escalation Training Techniques. The Village of Glen Carbon makes every effort to ensure its officers are among the most highly trained in all of Illinois. In 2021, Sergeant Justin Click and Detective Ross Tyler attended the certified Realistic De-Escalation Instructor Course through the Force Science Institute. The Force Science Institute is regarded as the premier school of instruction for law enforcement officers pertaining to training techniques on de-escalating crises and potentially violent incidents. Sgt. Click and Detective Tyler have developed lesson plans on de-escalation techniques which have been recognized by the Illinois Training and Standards Board as certified training for police officers. Sgt. Click and Detective Tyler provide both classroom instruction as well as scenario-based instruction to all Glen Carbon Police Officers. On March
Man killed by St. Louis police officers after allegedly pointing gun identified
St. Louis Riverfront Cruise
Take a load off and take in the views on a relaxing daytime cruise that shows St. Louis from the river that built it. Narrated
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Area First Responder Agencies Part Of Illinois State Fire Marshal Grant Awards
SPRINGFIELD - Madison County will be the recipient of more than $68,000 in the 2022 Small Equipment Grant Program. Calhoun, Greene, Macoupin and St. Clair counties will also receive funding that is listed below. The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced today the recipients of the 2022 Small Equipment Grant Program. A total of $2.5 million was awarded to 104 fire departments/districts and EMS providers across the state. The program was established to provide grants of up to $26,000 each for the purchase of small firefighting and ambulance equipment. “All communities deserve safety, and this program helps ensure our smaller and rural fire districts aren’t left behind when it comes to the tools they need to do their jobs,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “I’m proud to be able to provide more than 100 districts with new lifesaving equipment. It’s another way we can demonstrate our gratitude for all that they do to help their neighbors
Woman identified in deadly crash involving IDOT dump truck on I-64 in East St. Louis
The expanded CTC came to an end. So did Democratic support among recipients.
Did the end of the expanded Child Tax Credit spell doom for Democrats? NEW: Congressional Democrats had a 12-point generic ballot lead over the GOP in December among recipients of the expanded child tax credit. That benefit has dried up, and now congressional Republicans have the advantage with this group of voters. https://t.co/IDFTls4Cc7 pic.twitter.com/tQxKkWIGSn — ...continue reading "The expanded CTC came to an end. So did Democratic support among recipients."
Police identify man shot to death in St. Louis alley
Anthony Dodson, 56, was found shot to death Saturday in an alley in the Fountain Park neighborhood.
Man missing from Franklin County found at hospital
Man dead after shooting in Fountain Park neighborhood
Spire Donates $5,000 To Jersey County Sheriff's Department, Supports Equipment For Deputies
JERSEY - Spire is donating $5,000 to the Jersey County Sheriff’s Office during a check presentation at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Sheriff's Office at 114 N. Washington St. in Jerseyville. The Sheriff’s department will use the donation to secure additional resources and equipment for officers. Jersey County Sheriff Mike Ringhausen was very thankful for the donation and said it will help the office purchase equipment for officers including armor-plated carriers. “Daily, our officers could face dangerous, life-threatening situations," he added. "This donation from Spire allows us to secure equipment that will help protect our officers while as they protect our community.” The donation is being made on behalf of Spire’s STL Pipeline. “Spire continues our promise of advancing the communities we work and live in," Alex Sammet, Manager of Right of Way and Land Management for Spire, said. “This donation to the Sheriff’s Department will positively
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Gunman opens fire on car in Academy neighborhood, killing one man and injuring another
Three men were shot at while riding in a car in the 5000 block of Minerva Avenue. One died and another was injured.
Court Says Texas Drone Law Violates The First Amendment
The Texas government has passed a law that places a lot of restrictions on those operating drones. The law (passed in 2013 and amended in 2015) also creates a cause of action for residents who feel their privacy has been violated by UAV operators. There’s a single carve out: one for researchers operating drones “on […]
St. Louis Work Zones for April 7 - 13 | Missouri Department of Transportation
Work On The Mississippi River Aboard The Riverboats At The Gateway Arch
ST. LOUIS — Now is your chance to work at one of the most unique attractions in St. Louis. The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch on the St. Louis Riverfront is hiring for 40 positions ahead of the summer cruising season. “Here at the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch, we are dedicated to fostering an enjoyable and fun work environment for our team members,” says Mary Lamie, Executive Vice President of Multi Modal Enterprises at Bi-State Development. “You’ll meet interesting people from all over the world while serving as an ambassador for St. Louis.” Open positions include riverboat operations roles such as deckhands, mates and even a riverboat captain, as well as ticket sales agents, servers and bartenders. Interested applicants should visit riverboatstljobs.com for more information about the jobs and to apply at the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. EMPLOYEE PERKS All riverboat team members are eligible for a free Metro Transit pass, which is
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