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The interconnected climate and housing crises are putting some Montpelier residents one disaster away from homelessness.

Research shows that businesses with charging stations nearby see an economic boost.

The aroma of collard greens, cornbread, turkey, dressing, and sweet potato pie connects Black Americans to the cultural tradition of soul food. These memories surrounding food evoke a cultural connection of gathering around the kitchen table. From the sensory experience of sight, smell, and flavor, Black communities find enjoyment in gathering and communing over a …

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Tim Farris of House Springs, MO joined the Real Rock Army today

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The 10th biannual exhibition curated from artists within 200 miles. Opening May 7th and on display through October, the 10th Biannual will feature 32 artists and 41 works from a […]

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Return to a time when steamboats ruled the river. The one-hour narrated riverfront cruise aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch explores the history of downtown St. Louis, including the […]

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(The Center Square) – Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was not an all powerful state politician who corruptly controlled Springfield, but an "incorruptible" man focused on serving his constituents, his defense team told jurors Monday. Madigan's defense attorney Thomas Breen told jurors in his opening statement that Madigan viewed his job as helping people. He wasn't after power or money, as federal prosecutors have contended.  Breen said Madigan, 82, never used his position as speaker…

A coalition of 24 states, led by Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers and including Missouri, have signed a brief against a federal electric truck mandate.

All the money to repeal Missouri's abortion ban is making some Republicans in swing districts nervous.

The power of social media helped a desperate dog owner reunite with her dog after discovering someone trying to sell the pet.

The head of Missouri’s child welfare division will resign effective Nov. 1, a spokesperson for the agency said Monday. Darrell Missey has served as director of the Children’s Division since January 2022.  Housed in the Department of Social Services, the agency oversees the foster care system and investigates child abuse and neglect. The division has seen frequent turnover at the top, though Missey stayed longer than many. He was the sixth director under Gov. Mike Parson, who was sworn into…

Washington University has been named as a defendant in an attempted class-action lawsuit against schools that allegedly conspired to increase the price of college via a policy that affected divorced families.

A foundation has given $1 million keep St. Louis' guaranteed income program going through the end of this year, it said.

BETHALTO — The Bethalto Fire Department presented a check for $500 to the Backstoppers of Madison County on Monday night, marking a significant contribution to the organization that supports families of fallen first responders. The donation stemmed from proceeds raised during the recent Bethalto Homecoming, held over Labor Day weekend. The event featured live music, carnival rides, and various food vendors, alongside a fish stand operated by the fire department. Traditionally, the department has sold shirts at the homecoming and selected a local charity for donations. This year, however, they opted to sell tumblers at the fish stand, directing the funds specifically to Backstoppers of Madison County. Backstoppers of Madison County is a collective of firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS professionals, and the surviving spouses of fallen heroes, dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the Backstoppers Inc. Police Officers’ and Firefighters’ fund. The

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The Supreme Court’s Carpenter decision created a warrant requirement for obtaining location data from service providers. It was a limited ruling, albeit one that has had far-ranging implications. Thanks to this ruling, law enforcement agencies have started buying location data from third-party brokers, rather than suffer the apparent indignity of having to ask a judge […]

After 18 months of work, the St. Louis Reparations Commission has made several recommendations to make the city more equitable.