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Back by popular demand, Pompeii: The Exhibition returns to the Saint Louis Science Center on May 16. In 79 A.D., the thriving seaport city of Pompeii was frozen in time […]

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The publication is moving to a 3,954-square-foot office at 1001 Highlands Plaza Drive in the city’s Cheltenham neighborhood.

It's been eight years since the last U2 album, but Bono and the boys are back.The BBC reports that backstage at The Ivors ceremony in London on Thursday, where the…

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Memorial Day holiday to minimize travel disruption. Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.m. Friday, May 23, to 11:59 p.m. Monday, May 26. The following lane closures will remain in place during the holiday weekend. The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through these areas. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and stay alert for workers and equipment. At all times, please buckle and drive sober. District 1 City of Chicago Kennedy Expressway (Interstate 90/94) reversible lanes; outbound only, lane reductions continue. Foster Avenue over the Kennedy; closed. Westbound Foster Avenue ramp to outbound Kennedy; closed. Eastbound Ohio Street feeder ramp betwee

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Parents, staff and neighbors gathered at Crossroads College Prep to clean up nails, slate tiles and other debris for the return to campus.

Join a 5th-generation St. Louisan, foodie + storyteller on this leisurely two-mile walk through St. Louis' rollercoaster history while enjoying some of the most delicious nibbles the city has to offer […]

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St. Louis Development Corp. continues pursuit of Railway Exchange Building.

Missouri could lose around $400 million in federal funding for food assistance under a plan approved by Congressional Republicans Thursday — which would strain the state budget and likely strip thousands of low-income families of food aid across the state. Those cost-shifts could put pressure on the legislature to slash the state’s SNAP program or […]

The City of St. Louis has 60 outdoor sirens and the county has 204 sirens.

Dining out with the family is one of our favorite things, until the check arrives and our toddler ate nothing but air and three french fries... Like everything else these days, restaurant bills have crept up in cost. But good news for St. Louis parents: there are plenty of local spots offering deals that make eating out with kids a lot more budget-friendly, including totally free meals for your little ones!

I’ve rounded up the best “Kids Eat Free” (or super cheap!) deals across the St. Louis area so you can enjoy a night out without breaking the bank.

At Session Taco, kids have lots of options for a free meal on Sunday nights!

Sundays

• Session Taco – Kids eat free at all locations with the purchase of an adult meal. (Plus they have an awesome game room at their Kirkwood and Town and Country locations!)

• Pasta House – Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.

• McArthur’s / Pioneer Café – Kids under 10 eat free every day, all day, at their Kirkwood and Mehlville locations with the purchase of an adult meal.

Mondays

• Alto’s Cantina – Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal. Located in Eureka.

• Steve’s Hot Dogs – At the South Grand location, kids' meals are just $2.99 all day.

Tuesdays

• Porano - Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.

• El Maguey – Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal. Wildwood location.

• Fallon’s Bar & Grill – Kids eat free on Tuesday nights with the purchase of an adult meal.

• Syberg’s – Kids eat free at the Chesterfield and St. Peters locations from 5–8 pm.

• Main Event – Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.

• Lion’s Choice – $2 Cub Meals after 4 pm.

Wednesdays

• Dogwood Social – Kids eat free with the purchase of a $10 game card.

• Peel Pizza – Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal at all locations.

• Mike Duffy’s – In Richmond Heights, kids eat free from 4–7 pm with an adult meal.

• Chevy’s Fresh Mex – Kids eat for just $1 with the purchase of an adult meal.

Thursdays

• Mike Duffy’s – Kids eat free from 4–7 pm. Kirkwood location with the purchase of an adult meal.

• Syberg’s – Kids eat free from 5–8 pm with the purchase of an adult meal. Arnold location.

• Eckert’s – Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.

Saturdays

• Winslow’s Table – Kids eat free from 4–8 pm with the purchase of $20 or more.

Every Day

• McArthur’s / Pioneer Café – (Reminder!) Free kids' meals all day, every day.

• JJ’s Grill – Free kids' meals daily with an adult meal.

• IHOP – Kids eat free from 4–10 pm every day with an adult entree.

Pro Tips:

• Always check with the location before heading out, as promotions can change or vary slightly by location.

• Many deals require the purchase of an adult meal, so come hungry and enjoy something for yourself, too!

• Don’t forget your bag of toys to help ensure everyone stays entertained at dinner. My favorites.

Whether it's taco night or pizza night, now you’ve got the perfect excuse to skip cooking, and treat the whole family to a fun, affordable meal out. Need more kid-friendly dining ideas? Check out some of my favorites here.

I recently showcased some of the deals on my new segment on Great Day on KMOV! Tune in on the third Monday of the Month for Family Friendly Food Finds with Alexis!

Back in March, Trump FCC boss Brendan Carr announced he was “investigating” Verizon because the company hadn’t scaled back its diversity and inclusion efforts quickly enough for the bigots in the Trump administration. Despite the investigation being completely baseless, Verizon was quick to comply, yanking materials related to its fleeting efforts to diversify its workforce […]