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David Gilmour is still amazed Pink Floyd didn’t “fizzle out”
While many top rock bands of the '60s and '70s have disappeared, Pink Floyd seems just as popular today as they were back then. And nobody's more surprised at that than…
Bid of $8.4M wins auction of state's downtown St. Louis Wainwright building
Missouri named second riskiest state for drivers, study shows
ST. LOUIS -- Missouri ranks as the second riskiest state to drive in, according to a recent study by Forbes Advisor. The state's drivers face many risks that contribute to the dubious distinction. The state is also near the bottom of the list for teen drivers, according to WalletHub. Car theft is a major concern [...]
Missouri 988 mental health crisis hotline receives 136% more callers since 2022
Two years after a federally mandated mental health crisis number launched, 988, the number has experienced a huge influx of calls since becoming nationally available.
When do hummingbirds leave Missouri for fall migration?
Before too long, hummingbirds will embark on their annual migration south in search of warmer climates for the fall and winter months. Over the next several weeks, these tiny travelers will gradually leave Missouri, marking the end to their spring and summer stay.
Pete Townshend pens foreword for new book on “Something In the Air” band Thunderclap Newman
If you know anything about Thunderclap Newman, it's probably that they had one hit, "Something In the Air," produced by The Who's Pete Townshend. But their story is evidently interesting…
Judge Doughty’s Conspiracy Theory: How RFK Jr. Got Standing To Sue Over Imaginary Censorship
In June of this year, the Supreme Court sent the Murthy case back to the lower courts. The Court argued that the plaintiffs all appeared to lack standing to sue the Biden administration over claims of social media censorship. While the Court focused on the standing issue, the majority opinion also made abundantly clear that […]
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Alton Police Receive High-Tech Bikes from MCT
ALTON — Madison County Transit (MCT) donated two RECON patrol bicycles to the Alton Police Department during the MCT Board meeting on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024. This donation aims to enhance public safety by allowing law enforcement officials to patrol MCT Trails and local communities more efficiently. Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford expressed his gratitude for the donation, calling it "an extremely generous donation." He added, "We at the Alton Police Department are very grateful. We will make good use of them at special events, concerts, parades, as well as periodic bike patrols. MCT is a great community partner. Their support and generosity are very much appreciated." Ellie Cone, Marketing Director of the Agency for Community Transit, elaborated on the purpose of the donation. "In an effort to support the evolving needs of local law enforcement and to encourage bicycle patrols on the MCT Trails and in Madison County communities, Madison County Transit (MCT) donated two RECON
Jordan Walker returns to Cardinals, Tommy Pham designated for assignment
The St. Louis Cardinals shake up the roster ahead of a pivotal series with the New York Yankees. Young outfielder Jordan Walker returns. Veteran outfielder Tommy Pham departs.
Court rules Missouri voters will decide on allowing new casino at Lake of the Ozarks
(The Center Square) – Voters will get a chance to approve a casino at the Lake of the Ozarks in November after a judge overturned the secretary of state’s ruling keeping it off the ballot.
Japanese Festival returns to Missouri Botanical Garden this weekend (8/31-9/2)
United Way official to head St. Louis area anti-homicide effort
Brandon Sterling, a United Way of Greater St. Louis official, has been picked to head a new regional effort aimed at reducing homicides.
Bid of $8.4M wins auction of state's downtown St. Louis building
An undisclosed buyer won an auction for the state-owned Wainwright building, with a winning bid of $8.25 million and total sale price of $8.4 million.
Southern Illinois power plant may have violated federal law for over a decade, judge says
A United States District Court judge recently said that the Prairie State Generating Co.'s coal-fired power plant 30 miles outside Belleville may have violated federal law for over a decade.
Magistrate Judge Reona Daly said the plant failed to secure a required permit under the Clean Air Act for more than 10 years. The Title V operating permit is required for any major source of air pollutant emissions.
"The Court would be remiss to deny Defendant’s Motion without acknowledging a very fair point…
Messenger: Judge lets Missouri inmate keep half his money. It’s a tiny win for justice.
Attorneys are pushing back on a state law that allows money to be seized from inmates. One earned a small win.
Rating the CNN interview(er)
I've finally gotten around to watching the entire CNN interview with Kamala Harris. For the record, it was half an hour long. It struck me as fairly ordinary, with Harris performing just fine. She didn't make any waves, but neither did she stumble or have trouble with any of the questions. Nor did she filibuster. ...continue reading "Rating the CNN interview(er)"
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