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As US Supreme Court pulls back on gerrymandering, state courts may decide fate of maps

1 month 3 weeks ago
After Missouri lawmakers passed a gerrymandered congressional map this fall, opponents submitted more than 300,000 signatures seeking to force a statewide vote on whether to overturn the map. But Republican state officials say they will use the map in the meantime. Missouri courts now appear likely to weigh in. “If we need to continue to […]
Jonathan Shorman

Naughty and Nice

1 month 3 weeks ago

Santa's checking his list, and so are we! This holiday season, we’re finding out who's been naughty and who's been nice under the sea. Will our Sharks splash their way onto […]

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Myranda Levins

How to Prepare Your Home for Hosting Holiday Guests

1 month 3 weeks ago
Did you know that nearly 70% of people report feeling stressed when hosting guests, largely due to last-minute preparations and unexpected challenges? Hosting holiday guests can be a rewarding experience, but it often requires thoughtful planning and organization to ensure everyone feels comfortable and welcome. Creating an inviting environment goes beyond just cleaning; it involves anticipating needs, managing space efficiently, and fostering a warm atmosphere. Assessing Your Space and Guest

This Day in History on December 22: U.S. Enacts the Embargo Act Under President Thomas Jefferson

1 month 3 weeks ago
December 22 has been a date marked by remarkable moments in history, spanning the realms of exploration, politics, culture, and science. Going back several centuries, December 22, 1807, saw the United States enact the Embargo Act under President Thomas Jefferson. This legislation aimed to pressure Britain and France, who were at war, by banning American ships from trading with foreign ports. While designed to protect American interests and avoid entanglement in European conflicts, the embargo

Missouri leaders look ahead to 2026 legislative sessions

1 month 3 weeks ago
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- While we're enjoying the holidays, work is already well under way for the upcoming Missouri Legislative session.  This week's edition of "4 The People" focuses on Missouri, which had a dramatic end to last year's regular session and a special session to redraw the state's congressional map in hopes of picking [...]
John Holt

CEO David Zaslav Poised To Get $567 million (!) Payout For Screwing Up Warner Brothers

1 month 3 weeks ago
I’ve written a lot about the AOL–>AT&T–>Time Warner–>Discovery mergers simply because I think they perfectly encapsulate the pointless, destructive incompetence at the heart of modern media consolidation, and the cannibalistic nature of Wall Street’s obsession with illusory quarterly growth propped up by smoke, mirrors, and complex accounting. Ever since the original AOL Time Warner merger back […]
Karl Bode