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This Day in History on February 1: The Greensboro Four Hold a Sit-In at Woolworth

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February 1st has seen a myriad of significant events throughout history, spanning across politics, social movements, science, and culture. Let's look to February 1, 2003, when the Space Shuttle Columbia tragically disintegrated upon re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere, killing all seven astronauts on board. This catastrophic event served as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with space travel. The Columbia disaster brought about significant changes in NASA's safety protocols and led to a comprehensive investigation into the causes of the accident. It also sparked a national conversation about the future of human space exploration and the inherent risks involved. Another notable event occurred on February 1, 1960, when four African American college students initiated a sit-in at a segregated Woolworth's lunch counter in Greensboro, North Carolina. This courageous act of civil disobedience became a defining moment in the American civil rights movement. The students, known

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Orchid Show

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They might not be the quintessential flower for Valentine’s Day, but pink and red orchids symbolize femininity, grace and elegance, desire, passion and love. Walking arm in arm with your […]

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Rachel Huffman

Woman seriously injured on I-55 in south St. Louis County

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY – A woman is in the hospital with serious injuries after she was hit by a car in south St. Louis County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the 55-year-old woman was standing in the exit lane of southbound I-55 near Bayless Avenue around 10:30 p.m. Friday night when a 2007 gray [...]
Jaime Travers

Reckless driver arrested after police chase in St. Louis

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ST. LOUIS – A reckless driver is in custody after leading police on a chase Friday afternoon. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department says they first attempted to stop the driver at around 4 p.m. Friday after observing what they’re calling dangerous behavior behind the wheel. They say the driver took off and hit a [...]
Jaime Travers

Man killed in shooting in south St. Louis city

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ST. LOUIS - A man is dead after a shooting in south St. Louis city. St. Louis Metropolitan Police say it happened on Minnesota Avenue near Mount Pleasant Street around 6:20 p.m. Friday. Homicide detectives are investigating.
Jaime Travers