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MoDOT closing several I-270 ramps this weekend
Commuters who regularly use the I-270/I-64 and I-270/I-44 interchanges will need to find alternate routes this weekend.
Please God, no more about the Luddites
Will robots take away all our jobs? Steven Rattner says no: Almost exactly 60 years ago, Life magazine warned that the advent of automation would make “jobs go scarce” — instead, employment boomed. Now, the launch of ChatGPT and other generative A.I. platforms has unleashed a tsunami of hyperbolic fretting, this time about the fate ...continue reading "Please God, no more about the Luddites"
Developers scrap condos in Clayton but expand hotel, add jazz club
The developers' updated plans for South Central Avenue and Forsyth Boulevard now include a 20-story, 245-room hotel and a jazz club.
St. Louis Burger Week returns with $8 burger specials
Judge Blocks St. Louis From Granting Federal Funds for Abortion Support
A St. Louis Circuit Court judge temporarily blocked St. Louis city from granting four organizations federal pandemic relief dollars to support abortion access late last month. On June 30, Judge Jason Sengheiser issued a preliminary injunction that prevents Midwest Doula Fund, Midwest Access Coalition, Mo Ho Justice Coalition and the St. Louis Doula Project from receiving American Rescue Plan funds through the city’s Reproductive Equity Fund for activities related to supportive services for abortion and abortion doulas.
St. Louis City reports alarming opioid death numbers
Ozzy Osbourne drops off Power Trip lineup: “My body is telling me that I’m just not ready yet”
The much-anticipated Power Trip festival is down a big name. Ozzy Osbourne has dropped off the lineup, citing his continuing health issues. The performance was set to be his first…
Billy White Jr., designer of Guns N’ Roses cross logo, has died
Billy White Jr., the designer of the Guns N' Roses cross logo that appears on the cover of the band's iconic 1987 debut album, Appetite for Destruction, has died. The…
De Soto man dies in crash on Missouri highway
A De Soto man died in a car crash Saturday while driving on Route 21 near Centerville.
Pharma Exec Trying To Dodge First Amendment By Pretending He’s Going To Sue An American In A Foreign Court
People are finding cool new (probably illegal) ways to unmask people they want to sue. In this case, it’s a guy who didn’t like some things said about him. But in order to get a libel lawsuit going, the plaintiff needs to have a defendant to sue. Here’s where all the bad faith begins, as […]
Rent in California is high, but income after rent is about the same as a decade ago
The LA Times reports that rental life is grim everywhere, but especially in California: Minimum-wage workers shouldn't bother trying to find a two-bedroom apartment anywhere in the country. According to a new federal report, "in no state, metropolitan area, or county in the U.S. can a worker earning the federal or prevailing state or local ...continue reading "Rent in California is high, but income after rent is about the same as a decade ago"
Daily Deal: WonderCube Pro All-In-One Mobile Keyring
End the frustration of carrying tangled cables and the bulkiness of multiple accessories forever with this WonderCube Pro. This is the smallest all-in-one mobile solution that carries 8 smartphone essentials right at your fingertips. This device features a 1″ foldout flexible USB cord that measures 3″ when extended. It has a built-in gold-plated connector that […]
Tips On How To Maintain Yard In Extreme Heat
EDWARDSVILLE - It officially feels like summer in St. Louis and the Metro East now that the humidity and extreme heat have arrived. As temperatures rise, Joe’s Market Basket is educating people on how to best maintain your yard. Hot weather and humidity can be tough on plants, which can sometimes mean extra maintenance and care. General Manager of Joe’s Market Basket, Andy Klos, has several simple stress-free tips on how to protect your greenery from the heat. “Even with adequate watering, plants can suffer with the hot, humid conditions,” said Klos. “I advise people to water when they’re drinking their morning coffee, between 6 and 8 a.m. before it starts to get too hot. If you get out there midday, the sun can evaporate the water before it gets to the roots. I also tell our customers to be mindful of overwatering and to follow the recommended amount of water for each plant.” Mulching is another way to help protect your plants from the
Charlie Watts’ literature and jazz collection going up for auction
The late Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts amassed a huge collection of books and jazz memorabilia throughout his life, and now, some of those works are being auctioned off at Christie’s later this year. …
Acero Chef’s Tasting Menu
As more states legalize pot, their uneven safety rules can pose a risk
Amid the growing acceptance and legalization of cannabis use across the country, a concerning reality has emerged: The state-by-state patchwork of safety regulations can leave marijuana consumers wandering through a haze of uncertainty, exposing them to potential risks. Under federal law, marijuana is illegal — period. So, it’s up to individual states to determine their […]
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Illinois residents begin receiving Google settlement payments
Check your bank account: Illinois residents have reported receiving payments from a $100 million class action suit.
Cars exchange gunfire on Florissant street, bystander wounded while in home
An innocent bystander was hit by a stray bullet while inside their home Monday morning.
Kansas City kidnapping victim rescued after chase through Bates County
A Kansas City kidnapping victim was rescued from a traffic stop near Butler by Missouri Troopers and the Bates County Sheriff's office.
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