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I am, unabashedly, a Humean emotivist. Like David Hume, I hold that emotions—not abstract reason—form the foundation of our ethics. Cold logic alone doesn’t guide our moral compass; it is shaped by the deep wellspring of human feeling. This isn’t a rejection of reason, but a recognition of its limits and its partnership with emotion in […]

A St. Louis man appeared in federal court on Tuesday to be sentenced for making and selling fake identification.

This is going to sound a little dumb after everything that's gone down, but ..... what is actually the point of DOGE? That is, what does Elon Musk think is the point of DOGE? By now it's obvious that Musk has no actual efficiency agenda on tap. He just waltzes into agencies, targets a few ...continue reading "What is Elon Musk really up to?"

A massage therapist accused of sexually abusing two clients is now behind bars.

County Executive Sam Page criticized Proposition B at Tuesday's County Council meeting, but the council chair said he's not allowed to campaign during council meetings.

A panel of Missouri Court of Appeals judges ruled Erby's discrimination complaints survive her death.

The city’s Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority Tuesday gave approval to a $670 million plan from The Cordish Cos. to remake the Millennium Hotel site downtown.

Monday marked the 50th anniversary of Led Zeppelin’s fifth album, Physical Graffiti, and drummer Jason Bonham, son of the band’s late drummer John Bonham, is planning to celebrate the milestone on the…

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Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins is defending his decision to delay the implementation of sports betting across the state.

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS — The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis is investigating a shooting that occurred on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in the 100 block of Lazarcheff in Cahokia Heights, which has now resulted in the death of a 15-year-old boy. Charles E. Jones succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025. Since the shooting, detectives have pursued more than 60 leads, according to Sgt. Andrew Pierson, public information officer for the Major Case Squad. “Persons of interest have developed, and some individuals are in custody,” he said. However, he emphasized that the investigation remains active and that no further details regarding names or potential charges will be disclosed at this time. The findings will ultimately be presented to the St. Clair County State’s Attorney’s Office for review. Pierson urged anyone with information related to the case to come forward, reinforcing the importance of community assistance in ongoing investigations. Tips

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Turnout, however, has been painfully low leading up to the March 4 primary.

A direct-mail campaign targeting opponents of a bill intended to shelter Bayer from lawsuits alleging its herbicide Roundup causes cancer appears to be backfiring. Nine state senators targeted by flyers sent to their constituents held a news conference Tuesday to denounce the effort and say their opposition is growing stronger because of the attacks. “What […]

EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Rotary Club has chosen to honor Edwardsville High School student Lincoln Alwardt with the Student of the Month Award for February. Lincoln was nominated by Edwardsville High School teacher Sean Saylor. Lincoln is the son of Tony and Randi Kay Alwardt. He is 17 years old and attends Edwardsville High School. Academically, Lincoln shines at school and is also a member of both the National Honor Society and the Science National Honors Society. He has also been recognized as an Illinois State Scholar. Athletically, Lincoln plays soccer for both Edwardsville High School Boys Varsity Soccer and Glen Ed. He has received one of the EHS Boys Varsity Soccer Team MVP awards, along with the IHSSCA All-Sectional Sportsmanship Award for soccer. Outside of school, Lincoln enjoys playing soccer, weightlifting, and gold. He is also an active member of St. John’s United Church of Christ of Midway. In the future, Lincoln plans to major in Data Science and work

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In downtown St. Louis, apartment vacancy has risen and rents plateaued, raising questions about the viability of a neighborhood turnaround effort that involves building thousands more residential units.

The wife of a fallen retired St. Louis Metropolitan Police captain is carrying out the legacy of her husband.