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Big St. Louis-area tire dealer reaches nearly 100 stores with acquisition
A St. Louis-based auto repair and tire business, one of the nation's biggest, has expanded to Ohio with an acquisition.
Missouri congressman accused by state lawmaker of trying to intimidate his staff
A Missouri Republican congressman and a Democratic state legislator with overlapping districts are engaged in a social media battle over a staff visit to the state Capitol Building this week. State Rep. David Tyson Smith, a Columbia Democrat, hit first, accusing U.S. Rep. Mark Alford, a Raymore Republican, of sending three staff members to his […]
To remove stigma, school at St. Louis County’s juvenile detention center will get a new name
Educational records for youth detained by St. Louis County will use “Summit Academy” starting July 1. The goal is to address the “implicit bias” that follows kids who’ve had a brush with the law.
Edwardsville High School Special Olympics Team Receives National Award
EDWARDSVILLE - Students at Edwardsville High School came together to recognize the Special Olympics program. On Friday, March 7, 2025, EHS’s Special Olympics team was honored with the Unified Champion Schools National Banner Award. This is the second time EHS has been recognized with this award, joining only four other schools in the State of Illinois that have received the award twice. “It’s really prestigious,” said Kayla Magruder, who oversees the Special Olympics program at EHS. Magruder explained that schools can be named Unified Champion Schools once every four years. She said “only a handful” of schools in Illinois receive the National Banner Award once, let alone twice. Schools must meet ten national standards of excellence to receive the Unified Champion Schools National Banner Award. For EHS to achieve this twice speaks to their commitment to inclusivity and their dedication to the Special Olympics program. Before the award presentatio
PHOTO: Suspect Wanted for Property Damage in Downtown West
Fourth District detectives need help identifying/locating the suspect pictured below. The suspect is wanted for Property Damage 1st Degree for throwing a rock through the front vestibule window of the Probation & Parole Building (220 S. Jefferson Avenue) on February 28, 2025. The damage is estimated to be over $1,000. The suspect fled eastbound on […]
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The Prospect Weekly Roundup: Adam Serwer on the Trump Takeover
On our live show, Harold and Adam Serwer of The Atlantic talk about the early days of the second Trump term.
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The Impending Government Shutdown
Today on TAP: Will the Democrats have the savvy and unity to outplay Trump?
Actor Stephen Graham on getting a thank-you from Bruce Springsteen: ‘Better than any award’
Peaky Blinders actor Stephen Graham will play Bruce Springsteen’s father in the upcoming movie Deliver Me From Nowhere, and he tells British GQ what it was like to meet the Rock & Roll Hall…
Jersey County Coroner Identifies Victim In Calhoun Quarry Accident
JERSEY COUNTY — Jersey County Coroner Kevin Ayres confirmed on Friday afternoon, March 7, 2025, that the victim of a mining accident at Calhoun Quarry in Fieldon was identified as Anthony Sievers, a 67-year-old resident of Batchtown. Sievers was pronounced dead at the scene on March 5, 2025, following an incident that occurred at the quarry, located at 25840 Eldred Road, Fieldon. Authorities received a call reporting the accident at 4:19 p.m. on March 5, 2025. An autopsy has since been completed, but Ayres stated that the results are still pending, and he could not release the cause of death at this time. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident is ongoing. Further updates from the Jersey County Coroner's Office are expected as more information becomes available. Sievers was described by authorities as "a beloved member of the Calhoun County community" and his death is a great loss for the region. His full obituary is available here on Riverbender.com/obits
Walgreens employee, two others shot after woman fired into melee on Central West End parking lot
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3 shot in Central West End. St. Louis police arrest woman
The triple shooting was on the parking lot of Walgreens at 4218 Lindell Boulevard.
Protests in front of Siteman Cancer center
SLPS Update
Dear Democrats: It Would Be Nice If You Could Lead, And Not Off A Cliff
We really should have two major parties committed to upholding the Constitution. But at the moment we seem to have none. Because not only have the Republicans been captured by the corrupt fascism of Trump but, instead of standing against the grotesque assault on our democracy Trump has been perpetrating non-stop since January 20, Democrats […]
Downtown St. Louis hotel closes suddenly
Daily Deal: MagStack Foldable 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station with Floating Stand (2-Pack)
MagStack Foldable 3-in-1 is the perfect on-the-go wireless charging station that also transforms into a floating stand for smartphone FaceTime or video playback while charging. This portable design featuring 3 wireless charging spots, enables charging for up to 3 devices simultaneously, including iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods Pro, AirPods with Wireless Charging Case, other Qi-compatible Android […]