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OCA Night Market returns to Forest Park
The Key - Burger Bar & Boogie will bring life to Midtown buildings once slated for demolition | St. Louis Magazine
Consumer advocates tell Illinois regulators to slash natural gas rate hike requests from Ameren, Nicor
Natural gas customers in the Chicago suburbs and downstate Illinois are likely to see an increase in their monthly bills next year, but it’s up to state regulators to decide how big a hike, if any, to approve.
Nicor Gas, which serves 2.3 million customers in northern and western Illinois, requested the largest gas rate plan in state history — roughly equivalent to $7.50 per month for the average residential customer. Ameren Illinois, which has over 800,000 downstate customers, requested an increase…
Soulard eatery to close amid rising costs
This Day in History: May 14 Milestones: From the Birth of Israel to Landmark Space Missions and Historic Cultural Moments
May 14 has been a day marked by pivotal moments that have shaped the course of history across the globe. Whether in politics, science, culture, or exploration, this date offers a fascinating glimpse into humanity's journey through time. Let's explore some of the most significant events that took place on May 14 throughout history. Arguably the most impactful event to occur on May 14 is the declaration of the independence of the State of Israel in 1948. After decades of Zionist efforts and following the end of British Mandate rule in Palestine, David Ben-Gurion, the head of the Jewish Agency, proclaimed the establishment of the State of Israel on May 14, 1948. This declaration came just hours before the British Mandate officially ended. The announcement marked the culmination of a complex political and social struggle for a Jewish homeland in the aftermath of the Holocaust and World War II. The declaration was met with immediate recognition by the United States and several other nations,
The Benefits of Adopting a Minimalist Lifestyle
What if owning less could actually make you feel richer? In a world overwhelmed by consumerism and constant digital noise, the minimalist lifestyle offers a compelling alternative—one where simplicity leads to clarity, freedom, and well-being. Far from being a mere trend or aesthetic choice, minimalism is rooted in intentionally focusing on what truly matters, cutting through clutter in both physical and mental spaces. Reclaiming Time and Mental Space One of the most profound benefits of minimalism is the restoration of time and mental clarity. Studies show that the average American spends over 2 hours a day shopping online or browsing through products, often driven by impulse rather than need. This constant engagement with material consumption can overwhelm cognitive resources and increase stress. By paring down possessions and commitments, minimalists reduce decision fatigue—the mental exhaustion that comes from making too many trivial choices. For example, Steve Jobs
St. Louis native competes in Gordon Ramsay's 'Next Level Chef' finale
For Austin Beckett, cooking was never just about "liking" food but about how it brought people together.
Road Construction at Big Bend/Clayton in Richmond Heights
Metrolink confirms new Civic Center security gates are incompatible with Amtrak/Greyhound ticket holders
Collision causes vehicle to crash into building in The Grove
A car crashed into a bar and restaurant in The Grove neighborhood of St. Louis on Wednesday morning, with authorities responding to the scene.
Ted Cruz Proudly Makes Broadband Shittier And Homework Harder For U.S. School Kids
Last year the Biden FCC passed a new rule providing portable Wi-Fi hotspots to school kids who struggle to do their homework online. More specifically, the rule allowed schools to leverage the FCC’s E-Rate program funds to pay for mobile hotspots in things like busses, making it easier for kids who lack broadband (or can’t afford broadband) […]
The Private Building Stabilization Program did some good
Overnight fire destroys house and cars in East St. Louis
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. - A massive overnight fire destroyed a house and cars in East St. Louis early Wednesday morning. The blaze occurred around 1:20 a.m. on North 87th Street near State Street. The East St. Louis Fire Department responded to the intense flames that tore through the roof, sending thick smoke into the [...]
Judge sets stage for KDHX auction. ‘Get the sale process moving’
A federal bankruptcy judge set the stage Tuesday for a bidding war between two powerhouse evangelical Christian radio outlets over beleaguered community radio station KDHX.
Missouri’s public schools soon to be cellphone-free
Students would not be able to use their phones from the opening bell of school to the closing bell.
Missouri Democrats punish colleague for siding with GOP on school choice
Rep. Marlene Terry, a north St. Louis County Democrat, was stripped of her committee assignments.
Missouri unveils plan to transform program for students with disabilities
Missouri education officials are considering a plan to consolidate schools serving students with disabilities after consultants deemed the current program “not sustainable.” Missouri is the only state to operate separate day schools for special education, dubbed the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled. The program serves K-12 students in 34 schools statewide, with anywhere from […]
Police investigating after two armed robberies in north St. Louis
Two armed robberies occurred in north St. Louis, one at a gas station and another near an ATM, with police seeking public assistance to identify the suspects.