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Missouri sheriffs’ pension donates $30K to ballot campaign, sparking concerns
The Missouri Sheriffs’ Retirement System last month made a $30,000 investment, hoping for a big return if voters approve a ballot measure imposing a $3 fee on court cases to fund the system’s pensions. The $30,000 contribution to the Committee to Ensure a Future for Sheriffs & Prosecutors, the committee promoting Amendment 6 on the […]
Man fatally shot in Black Jack during 'domestic incident,' police say
FCC Fines T-Mobile $31.5 Million After Carrier Was Hacked 8 Times In 5 Years
U.S. wireless giant T-Mobile gets hacked a lot. In fact, the company has been hacked eight times in the last five years, with several of the intrusions exposing the sensitive personal data of millions of T-Mobile customers. The last hack, revealed in a 2023 SEC filing, exposed the names, addresses, social security numbers, and other […]
St. Louis spent $500,000 to secure Railway Exchange. Will it get the money back?
City's effort to preserve the historic structure — asking court to give it ownership of Railway Exchange — marks one of most proactive preservation efforts by city officials in decades.
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Driver cited for DUI after fatal collision with cyclist in Livingston
A cyclist was fatally struck by a driver who was later cited for DUI in Livingston on Tuesday evening, with the roadway remaining closed for several hours while police investigated.
Missouri GOP lawmakers under fire for recent US-Mexico border visit
The trip was facilitated by the Federation for American Immigration Reform, which has been designated a “hate group” by the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Leadership exodus at St. Louis Public Schools continues as security director resigns
Col. DeAndre Davis, a St. Louis native and former Vashon High basketball coach, resigned Monday according to multiple SLPS staff members.
New St. Louis FBI chief investigated high-profile civil rights case, led division in DC
Ashley T. Johnson, the first woman to head the FBI's St. Louis office, learned diligence in investigating a man's killing, purportedly by police, in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
St. Louis comptroller says SLDC needs to explain how it chose list of largest grant winners
SLDC said its executives would make the final recommendations on large grants. Comptroller Darlene Green says it needs to say how it came up with that.
Harris rolls out broad Medicare plan to provide long-term care in the home
Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled a plan Tuesday that would strengthen Medicare coverage to include long-term care for seniors in their homes, tackling one of the biggest challenges in U.S. health care. The Democratic presidential nominee revealed the proposal while on “The View” — one of several high-profile media appearances this week as she and […]
Roaches, rust and rot: KC tenant union launches rent strike against federally backed landlords
When you walk into the back entrance of Independence Towers, you’re met with a foyer filled with dust, debris and cobwebs. Two rust-coated elevators loom against the back wall. Peeling paint and caution tape line the dirt-ridden hallways on either side. Diasha White said it wasn’t always like this. She’s lived in the building for […]
Firefighters battle overnight blaze at Cahokia Heights home
A house in Cahokia Heights caught fire overnight, with firefighters battling the flames and no reports of injuries.
Grants given to St. Louis-area groups to address food insecurity
Conference to address St. Louis' vacant property problem
St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones is set to speak at the Reclaiming Vacant Properties 2024 Conference, which will focus on vacant properties and the city's efforts to hold owners accountable for maintaining their properties.
The ultimate list of Halloween events around St. Louis
As temperatures begin to slightly drop, it's a reminder that Halloween is just around the corner. But there's no tricks around here—St. Louis and surrounding areas have plenty to do this month.
Randi Kranz hosting 'The Menu'-inspired cocktail pop-up and art installation at The Vandy on Halloween
On October 31, the award-winning mixologist and artist will host an art viewing, followed by a ticketed cocktail pairing as part of her Paper Crane pop-up series.
EPA orders water systems to get rid of lead pipes within 10 years. St. Louis area has started.
A new EPA rule requires U.S. drinking water systems to replace lead pipes within the next decade — building on ongoing efforts in the St. Louis area.
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