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A man accused of stealing four bicycles from the Washington University campus is behind bars, and a discarded backpack held evidence that led to his arrest.

Considering he's a member of one of the biggest hard rock bands in the world, you might find Duff McKagan's new solo album, Lighthouse, to be a surprisingly quieter affair. Lighthouse, which…

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The anti-theft remedy takes about 30 minutes to complete, and appointments aren't required.

Chef Matt Duffin is planning events with guest chefs Ray Carpenter and Gary Suarez, as well as a Margaritaville-themed pop-up in honor of the late Jimmy Buffett.

A growing number of accessible, inclusive playgrounds in the metro area consider sensory needs, wheelchair accessibility, and more.

ALTON - Free family fall fun is coming your way with Falliday at Calvary Baptist Church. Starting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, families can enjoy inflatables, carnival games, a petting zoo, a trunk-or-treat and more at the church, located at 1422 Washington Avenue in Alton. Kids can check out a firetruck and police cruiser, and a few good-spirited church members will be available for dunking in a dunk tank. “Come dunk a pastor,” laughed Mike Harrelson, the Calvary Baptist children’s pastor. “It’s going to be a great time for families in our area here to come and just have a good time…We want people to know that we’re here and that God loves them, and this is just a practical way that we can do that.” The Falliday event aims to bring together community members for a fun, safe and free night. Harrelson warns there will be “lots of candy,” but also plenty of ways for kids to work out that energy on the inflatables,

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On Oct. 25, 1997, the City Museum opened its doors in a former downtown shoe factory, relying mostly on repurposed industrial equipment and architecture.

CARROLLTON - The Greene County Housing Authority has sold its first house, clearing the way for more residents to find affordable housing. The housing authority works with the government to provide affordable housing for people in lower income brackets. The organization maintains these properties and sells them at a lower price while also supporting buyers as they navigate homeownership. “After the first one has been sold, we’re literally blazing the trails going forward,” Wendi Rensing said. “I always say I have the most rewarding job in real estate.” Rensing is a managing broker and homeownership coordinator with CCDC Realty, LLC . She works with housing authorities across Illinois “to offer homeownership to those who normally wouldn’t be able to purchase.” The Greene County Housing Authority works with the Illinois Housing Development Association (IHDA) to secure loans to purchase or build properties. Rensing describes

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A federal judge has sentenced a St. Louis County man to life behind bars several years after he sold a deadly dose of heroin and fentanyl to a victim.

If signed by County Executive Sam Page, it will require a concealed carry license to openly carry a gun in unincorporated county. It effectively blocks teenagers from openly carrying.

It's safe to say that Billy Joel is one of the most famous musicians ever to hail from Long Island, New York, so it's only right that he be celebrated with a special…

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Tommy’s Express Car Wash Tunnel of Terror is back for another Halloween season at its O'Fallon, Missouri and Ballwin locations.

The Circle in the Square Quilters presents the Quintessential Quilt 2023 exhibit at the University City Public Library October 1 - October 28, 2023. Sixty quilts – traditional, contemporary, and […]

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Washington University students plan to walk out of class this morning at 10:15 a.m. as part of a nationwide walkout in solidarity with Palestine. Last Friday, the Coalition of WUSTL Students for Palestine sent a list of demands to top school officials in a letter that warned of a walkout if the university "refused" to act on their three demands. And while the university has offered a conversation with a vice chancellor to discuss those demands, the students say they will still walk, saying they're skeptical that administrators are ready to "seriously engage" with what they're asking.

Green Door Art Gallery is pleased to partner with Bobby Lessentine, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, in presenting The City Beautiful, St. Louis Views 2007-2023, a collection of paintings by Michael […]

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A former cast member of reality TV show "Basketball Wives" has been sentenced to prison for committing $564,000 worth of frauds, federal officials said.

The new location features a drive-thru lane for customers to pick up online orders without leaving their cars.