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Crime Remains on Downward Trend as St. Louis Sees Fewest Homicides Since 2013
The City had 150 homicides in 2024, the lowest number of homicides in 11 years. Overall, crime was down 15% year-over-year.
Illinois proposal raises age for mandatory road tests to 87 for older drivers
The Land of Lincoln is the only state in the nation to require a behind-the-wheel driver test for seniors based on age, currently required once a driver reaches age 79.
St. Louis wins big annual convention – again
A religious organization has decided to return its big annual convention to St. Louis.
Public Hearings Resume On Rams Spending Proposal
ST. LOUIS - The Board of Aldermen’s Housing, Urban Development and Zoning Committee will discuss and take public comment on the TRANSFORM STL Act (Board Bill 153) on Tuesday, January 14th at 11:00 a.m. A meeting dedicated to public comment is scheduled for Wednesday, January 15th at 5:00 p.m. “We acknowledge that not every resident can make their voice heard in the middle of a work day. The discussion of these funds is critical, and it's important to me that there is a dedicated, accessible hearing where we can hear from as many community members as possible,” said 7th Ward Alderwoman and sponsor of B.B. 153, Alisha Sonnier. The Board of Aldermen engaged in a yearlong process to understand residents’ top funding priorities. That process demonstrated residents’ support in three main categories: infrastructure, development, and people. Informed by those priorities, the TRANSFORM STL Act allocates: $40 million for water system upgrades and $60 million
Giannoulias & AARP Illinois Push to Make Driving Laws Consistent with Other States
SPRINGFIELD - Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has drafted bipartisan legislation in collaboration with AARP Illinois to increase the age at which Illinois drivers must take a behind-the-wheel driving test from 79 to 87 while implementing new procedures to allow immediate relatives to report unsafe drivers. Illinois is currently the only state in the nation that requires a behind-the-wheel driving test for seniors based on age. In addition, Illinois is one of only five states that do not allow immediate family members to report concerns about a relative’s driving ability. Latest statistics from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) reveal that in 2023, the crash rate for drivers 75 and older is 24.61 per 1,000 drivers, which is lower than every age range of drivers between 16 and 74 years old. “As Secretary of State, my top priority is ensuring that Illinois roads are safe,” Giannoulias said. “Seniors are among the safest drivers of
2024: Crime Remains on Downward Trend
Crime remains on a downward trend in the City of St. Louis with 150 homicides in 2024, the lowest number of homicides in 11 years.
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December PPI clocks in at 2.7%
The Producer Price Index is an hors d'oeuvre served the day before the latest CPI print is released. It measures inflation in the inputs to the production of goods. In December the PPI came in at 2.7%: Over the past two years the PPI has averaged 2.21%, almost exactly the same as Trump's pre-pandemic average ...continue reading "December PPI clocks in at 2.7%"
St. Louis could abate earnings tax for accounting firm to stay downtown
The city of St. Louis on Tuesday moved toward abating earnings tax revenue so that an accounting firm will stay and grow downtown.
TikTok Users Gleefully Embrace Even More Chinese App To Spite US TikTok Ban
Great job, US government. You went so overboard with your “TikTok is an evil Chinese app” and deciding to ban it that you’re pushing kids to go even deeper into the Chinese app ecosystem. The US government’s ham-handed attempt to ban TikTok on national security grounds is not only a troubling attack on free speech […]
Daily Deal: 2-in-1 Keychain Wireless Charger for iPhone and Apple Watch
This 2-in-1 Keychain Wireless Charger with 2,500mAh battery will charge your Apple Watch 3-5 times on a full charge. Its magnetic design ensures perfect alignment and it works seamlessly with all Apple Watch series. It features Type-C port for versatile charging options for other devices. It’s on sale for $19. Note: The Techdirt Deals Store […]
Mötley Crüe’s Tommy Lee blasts social media self-promotion amidst California wildfires
Tommy Lee is not happy that some artists are continuing to promote their music while folks are dealing with the devastating aftermath of the Los Angeles wildfires.While the Mötley Crüe drummer didn’t…
Gunfight with St. Louis County officers ends with police car hitting, killing man
Missouri inmate faces new charge after child pornography found on his phone
A man faces a new criminal charge after authorities discovered several images of child pornography on his phone while he was incarcerated in Missouri.
REAL ID enforcement may be phased, but deadline is the same: What to know
The REAL ID deadline is fast-approaching and officials want you to be prepared (spoiler: you may already be in compliance).
South city/South county "breasturants" for my drunk aunt?
STL County Museum Named one of Best in Nation
The National Museum of Transportation is nominated as a Best Open Air Museum by USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice – 2025. The Museum houses ‘one of the largest and best collections of transportation vehicles in the Country,’ according to representatives from the Smithsonian Institution. “We are honored by this recognition,’ stated Terri […]
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DOGE is just a billionaires’ playground
Yuval Levin talks responds to reports that DOGE will be helmed by billionaire tech executives: The case for the DOGE, as it is taking shape, is basically a case for elite expertise dressed up as a case against bureaucracy. And as such, it is remarkably unconcerned with the challenges of legitimacy that are so central ...continue reading "DOGE is just a billionaires’ playground"
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SLSO nears its $155 million goal for Powell Hall expansion
With $150 million in the bank, the orchestra is nearly 97% of the way to its goal.
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