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Mother files wrongful death lawsuit against now-closed Christian boarding school in Missouri
Kathleen Britt, of Idaho, filed the wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of her son, Jason, who died in February 2022 of multiple organ failure.
Search for missing woman leads police to her family's backyard
Police are searching a backyard for a south St. Louis woman who's been missing for nearly three years. The most recent search led investigators to dig in the victim's family's backyard.
Arts Industry Adds $868M to St. Louis Economy, Study Finds
The arts are a big business in St. Louis — and the Regional Arts Commission has the data to back that statement up. The local funder announced today, in partnership with Americans for the Arts, that the arts contributed more than $868 million to St. Louis' economy in 2022. The number comes from the recently completed Economic & Prosperity 6 study, which RAC released today during its new annual conference Cultura.
Gov. Pritzker, Sen. Duckworth, and Sen. Durbin Announce Two Illinois Programs Selected as U.S. EDA Tech Hubs
CHICAGO — Today, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that two Illinois programs have been designated as part of 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs). T he Central Illinois Fermentation and Agriculture Biomanufacturing (iFAB) Hub and the Chicago Area Quantum Tech Hub: The Bloch were selected based on their innovation and economic growth potential—they will now be eligible to apply for the second phase of the Tech Hubs Program to receive between $50 and $75 million in federal funding. “Home to world-class institutions and first-rate research centers, Illinois is transforming technology, biomanufacturing, and innovation at every turn,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “I couldn’t be prouder that the Biden Administration has selected The Chicago Quantum Exchange’s the Bloch and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s iFAB Hub as two of just thirty-one inaugural tech hubs—opening
Big insurance company to leave downtown St. Louis after 138 years
The firm is consolidating to a building in St. Louis County where it has had office space for about 25 years.
The Rolling Stones’ ‘Hackney Diamonds’ on track for #1 in the UK
The Rolling Stones may have a new #1 on their hands. According to the U.K. Official Charts, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers' new album, Hackney Diamonds, is on track to debut in the top…
Man fatally shot Friday during altercation in Velda City
Mother files wrongful death lawsuit against now-closed Christian boarding school in Missouri
A mother is suing a shuttered Christian boarding school in Missouri, blaming her son’s death on a gang rape and other abuse he endured there. Agape Boarding School has been subjected to a wave of litigation as a series of abuse allegations emerged, but the case filed in federal court by Kathleen Britt is believed to be the first wrongful death suit.
A cannabis dispensary, Kind Goods, wants to open near Soulard. A local school is opposed
A dispensary is opening in Kosciusko, near Soulard, and not everyone is happy about it.
Rigazzi’s sold to local ownership group
While the beloved Italian eatery is no longer a family-run business, it will remain a locally owned establishment.
Peering Through The Fog Of War With Open Source Intelligence
“The fog of war” is a phrase that has been used for over a hundred years to describe the profound uncertainty that envelops armed conflicts while they are happening. Today, the uncertainty for non-combatants is exacerbated by the rapid-fire nature of social media, where people often like or re-post dubious war-related material without scrutinizing it […]
Madison County Taking Photos Of Alton Homes, Commercial Properties To Update Tax Assessment Info
EDWARDSVILLE — Madison County Chief Assessment Office (CCAO) will be working in Alton neighborhoods for the next several months to update its file for online property images. Starting Thursday, Oct. 26, staff from the CCAO will be taking street-view photographs of residential and commercial properties. The county is assisting Alton Township Assessor Sheryl Beilsmith in getting online with the county’s tax assessment system — DEVNET. Alton is the last township to come online with the county’s system. “We are excited to be able to provide Alton Township with help to bring them online with the rest of the county,” Chief County Assessor Denise Shores said. Shores said that once completed, taxpayers would be able to view their full assessment information online, and if they need help, they will be able to not only call Alton Township, but also the county. The photo project is expected to continue into early 2025. For more information contact the
'It's just really upsetting': Teenage volunteer carjacked at gunpoint at Richmond Heights charity event
Wonderful Wizard of Oz Pop-Up Bar Will Take St. Louis to the Emerald City
We all know the story: In the Wizard of Oz, the tornado-stranded Dorothy follows Oz's yellow-brick road to its capital, the Emerald City, in order to find a way home. Along the way, she makes true friends, overcomes challenges and gets her steps in. If the story had been set in St. Louis, instead of Oz, it would probably be at least a little bit different.
Over 2,000 participate in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk
Thousands of people attended the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk this weekend.
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The Arctic Ocean is getting louder. Inuit knowledge can help quell the racket.
The United Nations' maritime agency says shipping companies ought to work with Indigenous communities to reduce noise pollution.
Foo Fighters headlining France’s 2024 Hellfest
Foo Fighters are headlining the 2024 edition of France's Hellfest, taking place June 27-30. The bill also includes Queens of the Stone Age, The Offspring, Megadeth, Bad Omens, Dropkick Murphys,…
Biden names technology hubs for 32 states including Missouri
The University of Missouri System will lead one hub; BioNexus KC will lead another.
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