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This Day in History on October 9: Musician and Activist John Lennon Born

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October 9th is a date marked by significant milestones that have influenced the course of history across the globe. Perhaps the most globally impactful event associated with October 9th occurred in 1967, when the Outer Space Treaty entered into force. This treaty, formally known as the Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies, set the foundation for the peaceful use of outer space. It was a pioneering international agreement that prohibited the placement of nuclear weapons in space and banned the establishment of military bases on the Moon and other celestial bodies. Signed initially by the United States, the Soviet Union, and the United Kingdom, the treaty opened a new chapter in international cooperation. It established space as a global commons, meant to be used for peaceful purposes and scientific exploration. Today, it remains a cornerstone of space law, influencing how nations

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1 Killed, Four Others Injured in Hamilton Heights Shooting

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Around 7 p.m. on October 8, 2025, District 5 officers were called to a shooting in the 5900 block of Wells Avenue.  When officers arrived on scene, they located multiple people with gunshot wounds. Officers were also notified by a hospital of an additional victim that was privately transported.  A preliminary investigation reveals a group […]

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Mitch McCoy

Missouri public schools, Medicaid need $1 billion more to continue current programs

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Missouri’s bank balance looked pretty healthy at the end of September. But in reality, it’s like the family account before the mortgage check clears — and there are signs that future revenue will struggle to meet expectations. Three months into the fiscal year — and three months before lawmakers return for a session that will […]
Rudi Keller

Man injured in overnight house fire in west St. Louis

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ST. LOUIS - A man was left injured early Thursday morning after an overnight house fire in west St. Louis. The fire happened around 3 a.m. on McPherson Avenue in the city's Skinker-DeBaliviere neighborhood. According to officials, a man inside the home at the time of the fire was transported to a nearby hospital after [...]
Nick Gladney