The first-year cost of a House-passed proposal to eliminate the Missouri income tax ballooned to $4.2 billion under revisions made in the state Senate that were called “drafting errors” Monday during a committee debate. Despite the potential costs, and misgivings of some Republican members of the Senate Fiscal Oversight Committee, the bill passed Monday afternoon […]
On April 7 Maplewood voters rejected the city’s Proposition M, to fund improvements to city hall, so the city council will meet in a work session, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, before the regularly scheduled meeting, to discuss, “Municipal Facilities Strategy Following Proposition M.” City Manager Amber Withycombe reviews the full situation in […]
The Missouri Senate peeled back its plans to establish broad state oversight of the Missouri State High School Activities Association, passing a less expansive bill Monday that would create a secondary appellate body for the association’s athletes. State Sen. Jason Bean, a Holcomb Republican and the bill’s sponsor, said the legislation he pitched last week […]
The Trump administration has restricted the First Amendment right to record law enforcement by issuing an unprecedented nationwide flight restriction preventing private drone operators, including professional and citizen journalists, from flying drones within half a mile of any ICE or CBP vehicle. In January, EFF and media organizations including The New York Times and The Washington Post responded to this blatant […]
Kansas City will play host to six matches June 16 through July 11. In addition to contests at Arrowhead Stadium, there are fan engagement activities tied to the games.
Celebrate the grand opening of the Market Street segment of the Brickline Greenway! This segment connects St. Louis CITY SC’s Energizer Park at 22nd St. and Harris-Stowe State University at […]
Experience Cover Stories in St. Louis, a high-energy tap dance and live music premiere by STL Rhythm Collaborative. Enjoy moSTLy TAP and moSTLy JAZZ performing reimagined hits in this dynamic, all-ages rhythmic showcase.
ST. LOUIS — A Missouri political advocacy organization is praising recent rulings from the Missouri Supreme Court that uphold the state legislature’s authority to enact a new congressional redistricting map and preserve the state’s photo identification requirement for voting, while…
HARDIN - Law enforcement officials from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office traveled to Augusta, Georgia, on Feb. 28, 2026, to apprehend Timothy R. Whitaker, 57, of Augusta on allegations of theft and wire fraud after an investigation that began with a complaint in Calhoun County, Illinois, authorities said. Whitaker is accused of theft in the amount of $10,000 to $100,000 and wire fraud, according to the sheriff’s office. The investigation began June 12, 2025, when the Calhoun
Abnormally high gas prices are starting to impact more than just motorists; they’re putting pressure on industries that help keep everyday goods moving.
GRAFTON - In an effort to reduce overdose deaths and increase access to life-saving resources, a new 24/7 Naloxone (Narcan) access box has been installed in the Jersey County community. This initiative ensures that anyone can access Narcan at any time — day or night — free of charge and without judgment. Naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, is a medication that can rapidly reverse an opioid overdose. With opioid-related emergencies continuing to impact communities across the country,
MoDOT is soliciting projects for the State Fiscal Year 2027 (July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027) Freight Enhancement Program. Freight Enhancement funds are limited to capital projects such as the construction of improvements or purchase of equipment that support the 2022 State Freight and Rail Plan’s identified goals, objectives, strategies, actions or needs. Public, private and not-for-profit entities are eligible. Please […]
EAST ST. LOUIS - Illinois State Police special agents have arrested a Summerfield man and charged him with first-degree murder and attempted murder after the shooting death of his 31-year-old son in East St. Louis, authorities said. Anthony L. Powe, 49, was arrested by Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 6 Public Safety Enforcement Group special agents, police said on Monday, April 13, 2026. Powe is charged with first-degree murder, a Class M felony, and attempted
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