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Saint Louis County proposes online sales tax for 2026 ballot

2 months ago
SAINT LOUIS COUNTY, MO. – St. Louis County Executive Sam Page sent his proposed 2026 budget to the County Council. He is asking the County Council to place a proposed online sales tax on the April 2026 ballot. The tax is already paid at local retail businesses. “If this online sales tax is approved by [...]
Kimberly Young

Harlem Globetrotters' 100-year tour comes to St. Louis

2 months ago
The Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their 100 Year Tour to the Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis on Jan. 10.  Next year will mark a century of thrilling entertainment from the Globetrotters, and their tour will also serve as a celebration for breaking barriers and making history in the world of basketball.  Fans can expect a showcase of dunks, tricks, and the debut of the team's new 100 Year jerseys as they face off against their longtime rivals, the Washington Generals.
Alex Barton

HOK Launches Comprehensive Toolkit to Promote Equity in Design

2 months ago

From HOK: With equity and inclusion at the forefront of global conversations, HOK is taking decisive action to embed these values into the built environment. HOK’s Designing for Equity Toolkit represents a meaningful step toward creating spaces that serve everyone, regardless of their background or abilities. The toolkit, available to all HOK design teams, offers a […]

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Tom Finan

St. Louis County issues 'Public Health Alert' over Coldwater Creek, radiation exposure

2 months ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The St. Louis County Department of Public Health issued a "public health alert" on Thursday to raise awareness about Coldwater Creek, radiation exposure and potential compensation for affected residents. Federal legislation approving the Radiation Compensation Exposure Act (RECA) took effect in July, allowing Missouri residents who developed cancers or other [...]
Joey Schneider

VIDEO: “The Last Wright” Shows Family’s Journey to Build Final Home Design of Architectural Master

2 months ago

From Wisconsin Public: In the 1950s, Wisconsin’s own Frank Lloyd Wright designed a home for art teacher Louis Penfield centered around a small poplar tree on 30 acres of land in Willoughby, Ohio. They were the last residential plans Wright ever created. Born in Richland Center, Wright is considered one of the greatest architects of […]

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Tom Finan

Deputy Michael Metzler Joins Madison County Sheriff's Office

2 months ago
MADISON COUNTY — Deputy Michael Metzler has joined the Madison County Sheriff’s Office after retiring from the Alton Police Department, officials announced this week. Metzler, who brings several years of law enforcement experience, was recently sworn in as a deputy with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. Following a brief Field Training Program, he will be assigned to the Court Security Division. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office welcomed Metzler, highlighting his prior service with the Alton Police Department. Meanwhile, the Alton Police Department congratulated Metzler on his new role, expressing appreciation for his dedication and service. “While we’ll miss seeing him in an Alton PD uniform, we know he’ll continue serving our community with the same dedication in his new role,” the Alton Police Department said in a statement. “Best of luck, Deputy Metzler — once APD family, always APD family!”

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UK Can’t Help Itself: Back To Demanding Apple Break Encryption After “Backing Down” Just Months Ago

2 months ago
Well, that didn’t last long. Remember back in August when we reported that the UK had supposedly “backed down” from its dangerous demand that Apple create encryption backdoors? Remember how the Trump administration (mainly Tulsi Gabbard and JD Vance) went around patting themselves on the back for tough-arming the UK into acquiescence? At the time, […]
Mike Masnick

Woman killed in single-vehicle crash in Steelville

2 months ago
A 65-year-old woman from Steelville was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Highway M Wednesday afternoon after the Chevrolet Tracker she was driving went airborne and struck a tree, and she was not wearing a seatbelt.
Nick Gladney

Daily Deal: Academy of Educational Engineering

2 months ago
The Academy of Educational Engineering is a premier platform tailored for aspiring and professional geeks. This all-in-one educational ecosystem is designed to empower you with expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience across embedded systems, electronics, IoT, and software development. As a premium member, you’ll access comprehensive tools, engaging projects, personalized feedback, and direct mentorship, helping you […]
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