Officials say one benefit to the new “vision” is connecting the river and wetland habitat during natural flood cycles, which has largely been disconnected across the floodplains.
A Missouri man who marched up to the U.S. Capitol with a pitchfork, zip ties and duct tape, and twice grabbed a Capitol police officer while making his way into the building, has been charged with five felony counts in the U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C. Christopher Brian Roe, 39, is from Raytown, Missouri, just outside Kansas City. The insurrectionist is apparently KU proud — in addition to his farmer-approved weapon, he wore a Kansas sweatshirt while allegedly committing his litany of felonies and a few misdemeanors, too.
We’ve already talked a bit about how Rep. Jim Jordan’s “Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Government” is the exact thing it claims it seeks to stop: a part of the government that is being weaponized to attack free speech. This week, Jordan sent a letter to Mark Zuckerberg, demanding he reveal a bunch of […]
In the Washington Post, David Byler shows us how often people decide to change their self-identified race: About 14% of Hispanics switch to white, as do 26% of multiracial folks. The multiracial category is fairly small, so the switchers don't affect the overall racial picture much. But that's not the case for Hispanics, who make ...continue reading "Race switchers could tip the 2024 election"
When considering people who have been there, in recent years, for St. Louis and its most precious resource, our children and youth, Kelvin R. Adams has to be one of the first names that come to mind.
On view at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum until July 24, The Air That Inhabits features artworks by the current MFA in Visual Arts candidates of the Sam Fox
On view at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum until Aug. 6, African Modernism in America is the first major traveling exhibition to examine the complex connection between modern African
Schnucks is preparing to roll out smart carts at select St. Louis-area stores as soon as this fall. Instacart has partnered with the grocery store chain to provide shopping carts, known as Caper Carts, that use computer vision and artificial intelligence to track what's inside.
ST. LOUIS -- Wednesday is National Hot Dog Day and many businesses are rewarding customers with deals. Steve's Hot Dogs on South Grand Avenue in St. Louis is celebrating with a day-long party at Ritz Park. See live music, play lawn games, and stick around for giveaways. There are deals at restaurants across the country. [...]
Alice Cooper is giving fans another preview of his upcoming album Road, which drops August 25. The rocker just released his latest single, “White Line Frankenstein” featuring a guitar solo by Rage Against…
The St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office announced six new additions Monday evening to help the office with its remaining backlog of cases.
St. Louis Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore's office announced a new special assistant circuit attorney and five full-time assistant circuit attorneys. The office has made 14 key hires since Gore assumed office May 30. Gore replaced Kim Gardner, who abruptly resigned May 16 after public scrutiny of her administration mounted.
The new special assistant is Gordon Ankney,…
SOUTH ROXANA - T.J. Callahan has been named mayor pro tempore for South Roxana. He shares his plans as he prepares to finish out the current mayoral term. This decision comes after Mayor Barbara Overton announced her resignation due to health concerns on Tuesday, July 18. “First and foremost, we want to keep Barb in our prayers as well as her family,” Callahan said. “I am very blessed to be able to work with some of the most awesome people in the Village, and they all have the same vision. It’s not about politics, it’s about how to make our community better.” Callahan said has received a lot of support from surrounding communities. He thanked the Village Board and recognized his fellow board members for their individual accomplishments. “We’ve got such a great board now to be able to drive that vision, and that’s all I’ve done, is put the best people in those best spots to make the most outstanding benefits for
Who’s that kid that can travel through time? It’s you! Follow the adventures of three friends as they travel back in time to learn from real-life inspirational heroes when