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Former St. Louis alderwoman and state Representative Donna Baringer is one of three candidates running for comptroller. She faces incumbent Darlene Green and accounting firm owner Celeste Metcalf in the March 4 primary.

Jamoriz Tyshawn Perkins' grandmother said she didn't fault him for carrying a gun if he felt threatened in the community. "Kids do what they need to do to protect" themselves, she said.

County officials believe creation of an entity that will allow them to repurpose vacant or derelict buildings will improve the plague of problem properties. But the fact that such an entity is needed is likely a symptom of the county's challenges with population decline.

GODFREY - Two Municipal Clerk candidates spoke about their platforms and their goals for Godfrey at a recent candidate forum. On Feb. 11, 2025, East End Improvement Association hosted a candidate forum for the Godfrey mayoral, trustee and clerk candidates. Current Clerk Susan Robbins and challenger Jacki Clayton had three minutes to introduce themselves and share their reasons for running. Clayton shared that she is a lifelong Riverbend resident and a graduate of Alton High School and Lewis and Clark Community College. She previously worked in the Township Assessor’s office and is currently employed by the Godfrey Parks and Recreation Department. She said customer service is her “top priority” and she enjoys working with people. If elected, she said she would obtain the recommended certifications to fulfill the municipal clerk role. She praised the current administration and Godfrey staff for their work and said she wants to be “a part of that team.”

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Dave Grohl has contributed a signed guitar, as well as the cape he wore during a 2023 Crown Royal Super Bowl commercial, to an auction raising funds for Los Angeles…

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This week we discuss a new Microsoft study that finds using generative AI is "atrophying" people's cognition and critical thinking skills, the right's war on Wikipedia, and, in the subscriber's section, the idea of posting against fascism.

Paul McCartney surprised New Yorkers by playing New York City's 575-capacity Bowery Ballroom in on Tuesday, and now he’s doing it again.The two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer just announced he’s…

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“Super WHY!: Super Readers, Power Up!” is themed around the PBS KIDS show of the same name and promotes literacy through play.

More snow is on the way in the St. Louis region. For much of Wednesday and Thursday, snowplows will likely stay busy working to clear the roads.

Motivational videos on TikTok using AI-generated voices of Trump, Musk, and other celebrities are racking up millions of views.

They might not be the quintessential flower for Valentine’s Day, but pink and red orchids symbolize femininity, grace and elegance, desire, passion and love. Walking arm in arm with your […]

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Did you know that more than 145 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged each year in the United States alone? This staggering figure only scratches the surface of what has become a multi-billion dollar industry centered around love and affection. Yet, beneath the glossy surface of red roses and heart-shaped chocolates lies a tapestry of history woven with ancient customs, cultural shifts, and surprising origins. What if the traditions we hold dear today are not what they seem? The Ancient Roots of Romance To truly understand Valentine’s Day, one must journey back to its early beginnings. The origins of this celebration can be traced to the Roman festival of Lupercalia, which took place in mid-February. This ancient festival was a rite of fertility, where young men would draw names from a jar to pair with women for the duration of the festival. Such practices highlight a time when love was seen as a more communal and less romantic affair. As the centuries passed,

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February 12, 2025, marks an extraordinary day in the annals of history, as it commemorates significant events that have shaped the world in various ways. Moving back in time, February 12, 1809, was the birth date of two prominent figures: Charles Darwin and Abraham Lincoln. While they were born in different parts of the world and would go on to lead vastly different lives, both men would leave indelible marks on history. Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection fundamentally changed the way we understand life on Earth, while Lincoln's leadership during the American Civil War and his commitment to abolishing slavery redefined the values of justice and equality in the United States. Fast forward to February 12, 1947, when the first-ever successful test flight of a jet aircraft took place. The Boeing 377 Stratocruiser took to the skies, marking a significant milestone in aviation history. This event signaled the dawn of a new era in air travel, enabling faster and more

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Emergency officials are warning of a possible HAZMAT situation on Highway 61 in Lincoln County after a vehicle fire Wednesday morning on Highway 61.

Here's a look at the reality of St. Louis' painful past and a glimpse of its hopeful future.