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Received an email about a threat to schools around STL, anyone have any additional information?
St. Peters employee charged in $32K theft, fraud for credit card misuse
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. -- An employee at a St. Peters business faces charges of theft and fraud for allegedly misusing company credit cards. Tina Wagner is accused of making over $32,000 in unauthorized personal purchases and payments to her husband's construction business between September 2023 and January 2024. The fraud came to light in [...]
David Gilmour celebrates #1 album in the U.K. with ‘Luck And Strange’
David Gilmour's new album, Luck And Strange, has landed him his third solo #1 album in his native U.K.The Pink Floyd guitarist fought off a strong challenge from Oasis, whose album…
St. Ann man charged after prosecutors say he struck, killed a man and his dog
Terry D. Parnley of St. Ann was charged with involuntary man slaughter, and leaving the scene of a fatal accident.
CDA Announces Neighborhood Transformation Grant Awards for Affordable Housing Projects
Awards include CDBG, HOME, and ARPA Funded Rental and For Sale Housing, and HOME-ARP Permanent Supportive Housing Development and Services.
Mexican restaurant closes in South City
El Indio Hampton, one of several Mexican restaurants located along Hampton Avenue in south St. Louis, has closed.
Feds suspend new enrollment in a Centene Medicare Advantage plan
The issue that triggered the CMS suspension, which starts Jan. 1, revolves around WellCare of Missouri’s medical loss ratio. CMS requires Medicare Advantage plans to spend a minimum of 85% of the funds they receive on patient care and quality improvement.
Build-A-Bear Workshop hires toy company executive as revenue chief
The St. Louis-based toy retailer hired an executive with nearly 20 years of experience in the toy, consumer products and entertainment industries as its new chief revenue officer.
Raw data: University enrollment by race
In the year after the Supreme Court banned affirmative action at universities, Black enrollment has plummeted at elite universities: This data comes from a tracker run by Education Reform Now. It includes whatever universities have reported enrollment data so far, so it will change over time. So how did this affect white enrollment? Precisely not ...continue reading "Raw data: University enrollment by race"
Do your dollars go further in St. Louis or Kansas City?
Missourians are often quick to draw comparisons between St. Louis and Kansas City, especially for their sports teams and barbeque vibes. One point of comparison that's perhaps overlooked is which city provides more bang for your buck.
Belleville's Dr. Warren Honored With Champion Of Diversity Award
BELLEVILLE — Dr. Marshaun Warren, Assistant Superintendent of Belleville Township High School District 201, was honored with the 2024 Champion for Diversity and Inclusion Award on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. The annual program administered by the St. Louis Business Journal aims to highlight those who are actively working to make St. Louis a more inclusive place to live and work. Honorees are selected from among the region's largest private and public companies, as well as several for-profit and non-profit organizations. "We are extremely proud of Dr. Warren's accomplishment," a spokesperson for Belleville Township High School District 201 said. "This recognition underscores his dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion within our community." Dr. Warren's recognition places him among a distinguished group of leaders committed to championing the cause of inclusivity in the region.
Two trapped after I-70 rollover crash near Grand
ST. LOUIS -- A crash on eastbound I-70 past Grand Avenue has closed the right three lanes and right shoulder, leaving only one lane open. According to the St. Louis Fire Department, the accident involved two vehicles, one of which rolled over. Emergency crews reported two people trapped at the scene.
Jackson High's Friday Classes Canceled, Game Rescheduled; Football Game Will Be Played Saturday At EHS
EDWARDSVILLE - Classes were canceled on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Jackson High School in Missouri, and because of that, the scheduled home game against Edwardsville was moved to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Edwardsville. Jackson R-2 School District announced the game cancellation on its Facebook page with the following: "All home sporting contests that were scheduled for today, Friday, September 13, 2024, will be canceled or postponed due to an investigation of a possible threat against the school. No practices will be held on campus at this time. "All home sporting contests scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, September 14, 2024, will also be canceled." The Jackson R-2 School District also said the closure on Friday will give law enforcement plenty of time to investigate the threat.
Fire breaks out at an Edwardsville apartment complex
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. -- A fire broke out at an apartment complex on Devon Court in Edwardsville on Friday morning. The fire began on the second floor and spread to the attic, displacing several residents. There were no reported injuries, and residents helped each other evacuate. The Edwardsville Police and several nearby fire departments, responded. Firefighters [...]
Alton girl's quick thinking wards off attempted abduction at bus stop, police say; suspect sought
Hoffmanns say they have Clayton office complex under contract to buy
The Hoffmann Family of Cos. said Friday that its real estate arm has the two-building Pierre Laclede Center under contract to buy.
Mayor David Goins and City Officials Prioritize Public Safety in Ongoing Partnership with Stakeholders
ALTON – Mayor David Goins, alongside elected officials including State Representative Amy Elik, Senator Erica Harriss, and other local leaders, are actively collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure the safety and well-being of the City of Alton and its residents. In ongoing discussions with the Illinois Municipal League (IML) and the City's insurer, the Risk Management Association (RMA), the primary focus remains the protection of public spaces and residents. Safety First: Mayor Goins and the City Council are committed to prioritizing the safety of Alton’s citizens. The City continues to work diligently with experts, including civil engineers and geotechnical specialists, to ensure public areas are thoroughly evaluated before reopening. Recent efforts have been coordinated with the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and other relevant agencies to assess the situation and determine next steps. Positive Partnerships: The City of Alton has received significant