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Hawley’s campaign spent nearly $140,000 on chartered flights since the beginning of August, despite lambasting his 2018 opponent for private jet travel.

ALTON - Alton Superintendent Elaine Kane explained the district’s goal to promote teaching and learning. During the regular Alton Community Unit School District #11 Board of Education meeting on Oct. 15, 2024, Kane broke down the District Improvement Plan. This plan includes three goals: to create a culture of belonging , to develop professional learning communities , and to focus on teaching and learning. Kane explained that teachers and administrators are having conversations about how best to teach students so that they are prepared for assessments. Across the country, all students are tested on the same skills and knowledge. Alton School District wants to make sure its students are prepared for these assessments and know what they are supposed to know. “We know what kids are supposed to learn because the standards are universal,” Kane said. “A third grader in Alton should have access to the same outcomes as a third grader anywhere in the Unite

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The St. Louis Reparations Commission has released its final reparations report, addressing historical injustices and impacts of systemic racism on Black residents, while also offering recommendations to promote racial equity.

My old Washington Monthly colleague Nick Confessore, now at the New York Times, has a long magazine piece up today about the DEI program at the University of Michigan, one of the oldest and most expansive in the country: Most students must take at least one class addressing “racial and ethnic intolerance and resulting inequality.”... ...continue reading "How is DEI going at the University of Michigan?"

Today on TAP: Yes, if they are framed right. Biden and Harris are winning the battle for fair pricing. That should be a big deal in the campaign.

Moore died Dec. 8, 2023, following an incident in which Missouri Department of Corrections employees were investigating a prison housing unit for contraband.

St. Louis police said Taaj Bell, 25, of St. Louis, died in an exchange of gunfire on Tuesday with another man, 24, who police said is the brother of Bell's girlfriend.

The late Robbie Robertson’s life and music is being celebrated with a tribute concert in Los Angeles Friday, and now fans who can’t make it to the show will one day be…

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St. Louis police said Lamare McGee, 38, of Hillsdale, was the man found shot to death Saturday afternoon in the 3600 block of Hamilton Avenue.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY - On Monday, October 7, 2024, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office announced the issuance of summonses for four individuals involved in a protest that escalated into a confrontation with law enforcement on July 24, 2024. The suspects, identified as Malak Hamed, 18, of Ballwin, Mo., Claire Howell, 20, of Belleville, Jad Aqrabawi, 20, of St. Charles, Mo., and Luke Adams, 22, of Festus, Mo., face multiple charges, including Assault Fourth Degree, Resisting/Interfering with Arrest, Peace Disturbance, and Refusal to Disperse. The incident occurred around 5:03 p.m. on July 24, 2024, when a group of protesters gathered in the 14000 block of Manchester Road in west St. Louis County. According to the probable cause statements, the protesters walked in the roadway during peak traffic hours, prompting Officer #1 of the St. Louis County Police Department to use a megaphone to order the group to disperse. This directive was repeated approximately eight times,

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Police are looking for information after a 22-year-old man was shot during a home invasion in the city's West End neighborhood on Tuesday.

EDWARDSVILLE - William C. Hargrave, a former Corporal in the United States Marine Corps, served his country during the Vietnam War from 1968 to 1970. Hailing from Edwardsville, Hargrave's military service has been recognized by his family, with his daughter, Elizabeth Hargrave, submitting a tribute through the 'Veteran Salute' program. Elizabeth highlighted his commitment and bravery during a tumultuous period in American history in Vietnam. William's service is commemorated by those who know him. The 'Veteran Salute' initiative aims to honor veterans by sharing their stories and sacrifices. Click here if you have a Veterans Salute.

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Buddy’s Wine Bar & Bistro, a new wine bar and restaurant at 1001 Washington Ave. in downtown St. Louis, opens Wednesday.

The Guardian asked people exiting a Trump rally in Georgia why they were leaving early. Voni Miller said she didn't want to leave, but: “I’m actually leaving early because my phone is dying and I have a Tesla so I can’t get in. It’s really upsetting, because it meant a lot to be here, and ...continue reading "Locked out"

An all-new look is coming to Delta Air Lines' fleet as the carrier announced an overhaul of its cabin design.

Green Street, the St. Louis real estate developer that owns the recently-closed Armory entertainment complex, now faces a lawsuit alleging the company owes tens of millions in unpaid loans.

Matriarch Mary Rose Del Pietro, who's now 81 and has been in the restaurant game since she was 11, plans to retire.

As long as I'm at it, here's a sampling of what Republicans think about various things according to YouGov: It's vibes all the way down.

Megan Green said she's considering asking lawmakers to put Rams settlement funds into an outside endowment, allowing for contributions from private businesses to boost the current roughly $270 million pot.