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Lunchtime Photo
This is the 405-105 interchange near LAX. I've posted this photo before, and the only real difference is that I kept this one in color instead of desaturating it to black-and-white.¹ You wouldn't think that would matter much since it's not a colorful picture in the first place, but it does change the feel and ...continue reading "Lunchtime Photo"
Death of St. Louis City Justice Center Detainee Shrouded in Mystery
A 32-year-old man facing assault charges died in custody of the St. Louis City Justice Center this past weekend, though it is unclear if he passed away at the jail or en route to a hospital. Carlton Bernard's death occurred on Sunday, according to attorney Mark Pedroli, who is investigating the death on behalf of Bernard's mother.
Ray Hartmann Discusses "Sound Of Freedom" Funding Controversy, Republican Debate, More
ST. LOUIS - Journalist Ray Hartmann broke the nationally-recognized news story about a Chesterfield man and “Sound of Freedom” crowdfunder who was charged as an accessory to child kidnapping. Hartmann discussed his perspective on the story, as well as the upcoming Republican Presidential Debate and more on Our Daily Show! on Riverbender.com . The “Sound of Freedom” crowdfunder was identified as Fabian Marta of Chesterfield. While Marta was one of thousands of financial contributors to the film, the story caught national media attention due to the contradictory nature of the charges filed against him and the film’s plot about a former government agent rescuing children from human traffickers. Hartmann said he was happy to see his story gain national attention - not because of the charges or the film, but for an entirely different reason concerning Marta’s local reputation. “What I found out with sources is that Mr. Marta was better
Court battle begins over Missouri's ban on gender-affirming health care for minors
New poll explores Missouri views on LGBTQ care and schools
In the August 2023 SLU/YouGov Poll, 900 likely Missouri voters were asked about issues facing the Missouri LGBTQ community. At least 63% of voters think that transgender children shouldn't be able to get medical care like hormone therapy, drugs that stop puberty, or surgery that changes their gender.
French Publishers Accuse Musk Of Ditching Snippets To Skirt Ridiculous French Copyright/Neighboring Rights Law
So, yesterday we had the story of how, at Elon’s personal request, exTwitter is moving to get rid of link and snippet text in what had been known as Twitter Cards for news organizations. Musk claims that it’s for “esthetic” reasons, though in our article, we noted the uncanny timing of this decision coming just […]
Ollie's 'Good Stuff Cheap' opens in St. Louis County
Ollie's "Good Stuff Cheap" will open its doors to Ellisville locals and people who like to save money on Wednesday, August 23. At 9:00 a.m., there will be a celebration to cut the ribbon at the store at 15433 Manchester Rd. in the Ellisville Shopping Center, which used to be a Shop 'N Save.
The Foxconn Debacle Is What Economic Development Used to Look Like
Today on TAP: A valuable lesson for the industrial policy of the future
Charges filed after woman fatally stabbed in St. Louis Monday afternoon
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FISA reform now a hostage of right-wing conspiracy theories
Politico reports today on the strange partnership between progressives and hard right-wingers who don't want to reauthorize FISA Section 702, which has been routinely and massively abused in the past to spy on Americans. Until recently, the two sides mainly wanted to reform Section 702 so that the FBI requires a warrant before it's allowed ...continue reading "FISA reform now a hostage of right-wing conspiracy theories"
3 of the 5 inmates accused in St. Louis hostage situation were being held on murder charges
Police on Wednesday said five inmates, including three who were being held on murder charges, were involved in taking a jail guard hostage for more than two hours on Tuesday.
Lou Gramm says a “personal vendetta” is keeping Foreigner out of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Lou Gramm doesn’t sound at all happy that his former band, Foreigner, which he fronted until 2003, is not in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. He believes the omission is personal. "It's not…
Code Yellow / Shelter in place for Parkway West High/Middle?
$3.7M awarded to help revitalize northern Missouri communities
The Missouri Department of Economic Development awarded more than $3.7 million for multiple projects intended to revitalize northern Missouri.
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Missouri woman uses spicy tortilla chip to start house fire, police say
A woman from Nixa was arrested for first-degree arson after the fire department says she poured gasoline on some clothes, lit a spicy tortilla chip and started a fire at a Greene County home.
Sexual Assault Reported Near Saint Louis University Campus
A suspect believed to be an employee at an apartment building near Saint Louis University allegedly sexually assaulted an adult woman there Tuesday night, according to an alert sent to SLU students early Wednesday morning. The alleged assault occurred at the Coronado Place and Towers Apartments, according to the university's alert. The building is a popular housing option for students because of its proximity to SLU's campus.
Olin to buy sport-shooting company White Flyer Targets
Olin Corp. is set to acquire White Flyer Targets the company announced Wednesday. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2023.
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