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St. Louis could spend $20M more on America's Center redevelopment
Tourism agency Explore St. Louis is seeking $20 million more from the city of St. Louis for work on the expansion of the America's Center tourism complex downtown.
Man arrested after taking woman hostage at downtown St. Louis hotel, causing hourslong standoff
A man was arrested Wednesday evening after holding a woman hostage for almost 12 hours inside a downtown St. Louis hotel.
Life, the universe, and everything
The Washington Post describes a new Pew report about people who answer "none" when asked about their religion: As the nation’s fastest-growing segment of religion (or nonreligion) in recent decades, the nones may reflect the front line of future spirituality. Fifty-six percent say they believe in “some higher power” aside from the God of the ...continue reading "Life, the universe, and everything"
Dense Fog Advisory extended through Thursday
Dense and thick fog has been the driving weather story for the last 24 hours and will continue to be with the Dense Fog Advisory extending through Thursday.
Three separate T-Mobile stores broken into
T-Mobile stores around the St. Louis area experienced an overnight crime spree.
Man linked to lengthy St. Louis burglary spree, charged with 71 felonies
Authorities recently arrested a man in connection with a series of St. Louis burglaries dating back to 2022.
Hostage situation over at Drury Hotel; suspect in custody
A hostage situation at a downtown hotel has ended with one person in custody.
How a St. Louis neighborhood sued Paul McKee, and won
The historic, four-story building at 3509 Page Boulevard is an example of abandonment. Built in 1927, the former ABC Auto Sales and Investment Company buildingโs roof is crumbling onto the sidewalk, and itโs been broken into, boarded up, and broken into again. St. Louis developer Paul McKee has been ordered to repair the building in a first-time ruling on one of hundreds of properties he owns under his NorthSide Regeneration project. Attorney Peter Hoffman discusses the ruling and what it may mean for other neighborhoods where McKee owns property.
Dems decry end of Missouri primary
The period for presidential candidates to file to appear on the Missouri Democratic presidential primary ballot closed at 5pm on Tuesday. For decades, in a presidential preference primary, Missouri voters went to the polls to vote. That process changed inโฆ
Godfrey To Temporarily Close Village's Yard-Waste Drop-Off Site
GODFREY - Due to lack of use with the winter weather, the Village of Godfrey yard waste dumpster site on Stamper Lane will be closed after January 30 th . A press release will be shared this spring when it reopens to Godfrey residents. Any stickers that you may have already purchased will still be valid when the site reopens.
Edward Yang's A CONFUCIAN CONFUSION and MAHJONG โ Screening at Webster Film Series this weekend!
38-year-old sentenced to prison for child pornography
A St. Louis man who fled Missouri after being indicted for child pornography was sentenced to prison on Wednesday.
St. Louis County disparity study tackles diversity in construction trades
St. Louis County Executive Sam Page released the results of a disparity study that examined work opportunities for people of color and women.
The 'mob wife' aesthetic is taking over TikTok
Learn how to nail the TikTok-viral "mob wife" aesthetic with makeup, nails and clothing items available on Amazon.
How much is City SC worth? New report pegs franchise value
The 29 Major League Soccer clubs combined are worth an estimated $19.7 billion, according to the report by sports business publication Sportico. Here's where St. Louis City SC ranks.
Weberโs Front Row in Webster Groves to close after 32 years
No specific closing date has been set for the longtime institution.
More minority businesses work with St. Louis County, but disparities still exist
"We have made progress when it comes to hiring minority contractors and ensuring that the workers on each job site are diverse," Page said Wednesday. "But ... there is room for improvement."
The economy is looking a bit better, but what about the cost of groceries in St. Louis?
After an extended period of gloom, Americans are starting to feel better about inflation and the economy. Here's a way to check how the price of groceries in St. Louis has been impacted.
Mullets are so back. Take these St. Louisans' word for it
There are few hairstyles more divisive than the mullet. The hairdo has historically been scoffed at by the mainstream yet has thrived in its fringes. The mullet โ known by some as "the Missouri Compromise" โ has been associated with professional or aspiring hockey stars, 80s pro wrestlers and hair metal rockers. Barber Sir Carrawell and hairstylist Onawa Brown share their thoughts on the retro hairdo and why they think itโs made it from the fringe back into pop culture.