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St. Louis City begins preparations ahead of winter storm
The City of St. Louis is preparing for dangerous winter weather this weekend, providing 1,000 additional shelter beds for the homeless and urging residents to avoid parking on snow routes to facilitate effective plowing and treatment.
Missouri lawmakers seek limits on local building codes in bid to lower home prices
Lawmaker's bill would give the state more control over local building codes by stripping away certain restrictions to help lower building costs of new housing and make homebuying more affordable.
Missouri lawmakers debate eliminating sales tax on infant care items
Baby bottles, baby wipes and breast pump supplies would be exempt from state and local sales taxes under a bill discussed by a Missouri Senate committee Wednesday. The bill, sponsored by Democratic state Sen. Barbara Anne Washington of Kansas City, would eliminate what she described as a “parenting tax” on the items. “Anything we can […]
Food pantry approved in St. Charles despite neighbors' pushback
The charity, Reach St. Charles, will distribute food on Wednesdays and Fridays when other pantries in the area are closed.
Missouri lawmakers debate limits on 'sue and settle' lawsuits over business websites
The lawsuits target small business websites over disability access
Thursday, Jan. 22 - A mark of healing
1 in 8 American women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime — often leading to long and arduous treatments that change the way a woman's body looks.
Rebecca Smith has more about one option for women after treatment that’s helping them regain confidence in their bodies and themselves.
Freeburg mayor accepts plea deal on St. Clair County hunting violations
Freeburg Mayor Seth Speiser declined to comment, saying he didn’t want to interfere with the case of another defendant, former Cardinals pitcher Danny Cox.
Lanes closed on I-44 after overnight vehicle fire in Eureka
A truck carrying food caught fire on I-44 in Eureka, causing several lanes to be closed overnight and the trailer to be destroyed, but no injuries were reported.
Dangerous cold arrives Friday, snow moves in Saturday afternoon
ST. LOUIS - A major winter storm sets up for the weekend that will bring widespread impacts to much of the southern half of the nation, including St. Louis. For us, it will be a 1-2 punch of dangerous cold followed by impactful snow. First the good news, Thursday will be a little colder than [...]
My family and I rewatch this every time there’s an upcoming snow-pocalypse, wanted to make sure you find people have this video on hand as well.
Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy add fall dates to tour celebrating R.E.M.’s ‘Lifes Rich Pageant’
Actor Michael Shannon and his musical partner Jason Narducy have added some fall U.S. dates to their tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of R.E.M.’s fourth studio album, Lifes Rich Pageant.The…
How “Bitcoin Jesus” Avoided Prison, Thanks to One of the “Friends of Trump”
The post How “Bitcoin Jesus” Avoided Prison, Thanks to One of the “Friends of Trump” appeared first on ProPublica.
“A Fraudulent Scheme”: New Mexico Sues Texas Oil Companies for Walking Away From Their Leaking Wells
The post “A Fraudulent Scheme”: New Mexico Sues Texas Oil Companies for Walking Away From Their Leaking Wells appeared first on ProPublica.
See the Jan. 22, 1926, front page: Former attorney general refuses to testify
Headlines from the Jan. 22, 1926, front page include: A St. Louis furniture dealer was fined $19,000 for evading income tax.
Greenland is a global model for Indigenous self-governance. Trump’s demands for the island threaten that.
Historians say underpinning Trump's talk of national security lies a longstanding pattern of American entitlement to Native land.
The Trump EPA ended the ‘green new scam.’ A year later, communities are still paying the price.
Across the country, communities that lost grants have responded in a variety of ways — suing the government, searching for other funds, or simply moving on.
How permanent is Trump’s assault on climate action?
Trump’s attacks on bedrock environmental and climate laws are inherently fragile — and could reflect the president’s preference for political dominance over lasting change.
MO Senator and West County resident Eric Schmitt supports purchasing Greenland & giving Greenlanders $100k EACH
Zoye Darney from Imperial, MO joined the Real Rock Army today!
My favorite part of KSHE is the music. I think I should be in RRA because I’ve always loved rock music, even when I was a baby! I’m 22,...
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