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A 22-year-old accidentally shot and injured himself after exiting a vehicle that fled from St. Louis police near the city's Penrose neighborhood.

The tax credit designed to assist low-income homeowners and renters hasn’t been updated since 2008. As a result, fewer people are benefiting.

Way back in the far more innocent times of 2012, we covered a brief but tense dispute between Google and Iran over the lack of a label for the Persian Gulf on Google Maps. Ostensibly so as not to upset anyone about the name of that body of water, given that there was some dispute […]

Federal employees from the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, which includes a St. Louis workforce of more than 3,000 people, are among those offered buyouts under a Trump administration initiative launched last month.

ALTON – The Alton Committee of the Whole will have a major project to consider on their next agenda: a housing development estimated at $27 million. While exact details of the project have yet to be released publicly, Alderman David Gan shared a few insights at Wednesday’s City Council meeting, when he had the item placed on the next Committee of the Whole agenda. Gan’s proposed resolution would “authorize and direct the city to begin negotiations” with development company McCormack Baron Salazar to build a $27 million housing project in the city. “This particular developer is looking at bringing a $27 million investment into the City of Alton,” Gan said. He described the project as “70 units of mixed-income-level housing” with amenities including an elevator, rooftop access, outdoor amenities, and more. Gan referred the item to the Committee of the Whole for consideration and approval at their next meeting on Monday, Feb.

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St. Louis' slow rate of home building doesn't provide confidence about the metro's growth prospects, an expert said.

House lawmakers voted to eliminate the capital gains tax, which could cut $334 million a year in revenue. More than half of that would reflect reduced payments from corporations.

It’s no great surprise to read that men and women both benefit from working out. But women may receive greater benefits from regular exercise than men, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The study centered on the importance of exercise as a way to avoid dying prematurely. The researchers studied data from 400,000 people and found that women who exercised were 24% less likely to die early from any cause. Men who exercised, however, were 15% less likely to die early. The study also revealed that the women who exercise had a 36% lower risk of dying from a cardiovascular event, compared to men at 14%. That’s important because women have twice the risk of dying from a heart attack than a man. Mary O’Meara is a nurse practitioner with OSF HealthCare. She says society still views heart attacks more as a man’s disease. That’s simply not true. “Usually, a male is feeling this really bad chest pressure,

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ALTON - The National Great Rivers Museum will host their annual Ice Jam at the Dam event, complete with animal meet-and-greets, tours of the dam and s’mores. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, community members can stop by NGRM at 2 Lock and Dam Way for their fourth annual free event. This year, vendors and educational booths will be located inside the museum, and the community is invited to learn more about winter recreation and conservation. “We’ve got some cool stuff, so you should definitely check it out,” said Elise, the event’s coordinator. There will be several educational partners at the event, including the Missouri Department of Conservation, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Lewis and Clark State Historic Site, Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, Mississippi Water Trail Association, and many more. Kids are encouraged to complete their “Polar Passes” by visiting every vendor and receiving

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Side Project Brewing’s annual celebration of malty, barrel-aged ales returns to Maplewood from Feb. 11 to 16. The much-anticipated event celebrates the brewery’s mastery of barrel-aged stouts with six days […]

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There’s another documentary about John Lennon on the way, and a new trailer for the film has just been released.Borrowed Time: Lennon’s Last Decade is a British documentary that explores Lennon’s…

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A string of restaurant closures have hit a Central West End corridor, but those in the neighborhood say it is not raising alarm.

“We are concerned that another innocent person is being charged with this crime."

A bill to remove the state income tax on profits from the sale of long-term investments passed the Missouri House Thursday on an almost pure party-line vote. The bill, projected to cost the state treasury $341 million in the first year and $237 million in subsequent years, exempts money known as long-term capital gains, money earned on stocks, land or other assets held for a full year or longer. House Speaker Pro Tem Chad Perkins, the sponsor of the bill, said it is intended to help small business…

St. Louis County police and prosecutors are encouraging any victims of an accused serial rapist to come forward as their investigation continues.

Special Olympics Missouri is gearing up for their 19th annual Maryland Heights Polar Plunge on Saturday.

HIGHLAND - The Metro East Humane Society (MEHS) invites the community to its 40th Anniversary Gala, presented by Purina, on Friday, March 21, 2025, in the Grand Hall of the Olde Wicks Factory in Highland, Ill. This milestone event celebrates four decades of lifesaving efforts and dedication to animal welfare while raising critical funds to support MEHS programs. Attendees will enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring: Silent and live auctions with exclusive experiences and collectibles, including a guided fishing trip with expert angler Bob Hughey, an authentic Detroit Lions jersey signed by Highland native and NFL star Sam LaPorta, and five Savannah Bananas tickets Open bars and gourmet cuisine from The Food Dude and Covered in Chocolate Exciting raffles and entertainment Live music by HOOKiE The night will kick off with a cocktail hour from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by the event program and live music from 7 to 10 p.m. Guests are encouraged to wear cocktail attire

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The state of Missouri rejected nearly 400 requests for personalized license plates in 2024.