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I-55 dust storm crash: Illinois State Police release final victim's name
Earlier this month, a blinding dust storm led to a massive pile-up on Interstate 55 in south-central Illinois, which claimed the lives of seven people. On Thursday, the Illinois State Police released the name of the last unidentified victim.
As the COVID public health emergency ends, prepping for a new pandemic is next
WASHINGTON — After more than three years and 1.1 million deaths, the United States on Thursday will end the public health emergency for COVID-19 — and Congress is attempting to better prepare for a possible resurgence of that virus or another. The expiration of the designation, originally put in place in January 2020, means alterations to how […]
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American Metals Supply acquired by Minnesota building supply distributor MacArthur Co.
American Metals Supply, a Hazelwood-based wholesale distributor of sheet and coil steel, prefabricated duct and other HVAC materials, has been acquired by a Minnesota distributor.
Paul DeJong packing a punch, regaining form since return from injury
The St. Louis Cardinals, still in last place in the National League, have quite a bit of work ahead if they hope to salvage the season. Lately, one unlikely source is rising to the challenge.
St. Louis board hears New Life plan today for downtown homeless refuge
The Rev. Larry Rice hopes for a place people could come for bus passes, job counseling and other assistance. Downtown neighbors doubt it.
Are there any lakes in St. Louis that good and clean enough to practice open water swimming for triathlons?
‘A punch in the stomach’: Families and providers react to new Missouri medication bans for trans youth
The issue was made a top priority by Republican-led legislatures this year. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey is also trying to impose regulations that would severely restrict gender-affirming medications for all ages.
Man charged in Cinco de Mayo double shooting on Cherokee Street
A man police say was caught on camera firing a gun during a crowded holiday celebration on Cherokee Street last weekend was charged with assault Thursday, one day after prosecutors refused to charge a woman also seen pointing a firearm.
$100K winning scratchers ticket sold in Mehlville
A scratchers player in south St. Louis County won a $100,000 prize in one of the Missouri Lottery's latest scratch-off games.
Man charged in connection with Cherokee Street shooting day after charges refused against another suspect
Final victim killed in Illinois dust storm crash identified as man from Carthage, Missouri
Suspect in April shooting outside Jet's Pizza in Creve Coeur in custody
Missouri lawmakers aim to snuff out celebratory gunfire
More than four people were injured in St. Louis last year by stray celebratory gunfire.
Time To Rethink Aloe Plaza
Eighty-three years ago today a new urban plaza was opened across Market Street from Union Station. The decennial census taken the previous month would later show the city’s population had declined slightly. Carl Milles’ ‘Meeting of the Waters’ is the focal point of Aloe Plaza. 2011 St. Louisans of the ...
Police: St. Louis father charged in the death of his 3-year-old son
Twitter Launches Not-Actually-Encrypted Encrypted DMs
For many months now, Elon has been promising encrypted DMs. And, indeed, we’ve pointed out that he’s absolutely correct that this is an important feature, and one that social media services should offer. The fact that he’s brought it up a bunch and it seemed to be a priority was definitely a good thing, and […]
Daily Deal: JBL Live Free NC+ True Wireless in-Ear Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Earbuds
JBL Live Free NC+ TWS earbuds deliver JBL Signature Sound with supreme comfort. Stay in the groove all day long without noise or any distractions thanks to Active Noise Canceling, while TalkThru and Ambient Aware keep you in touch with your friends and surroundings. Up to 21 hours of battery life and in-case wireless charging […]
Sheriff: Villa Ridge man accused of child abuse claims 'black out' episodes
A Villa Ridge man is facing child abuse charges after police found an unconscious 9-month-old in his care.
Grateful Dead shares peek at this year’s Meet-Up At The Movies concert
Grateful Dead fans are getting their first peek at the band's upcoming 11th annual Meet-Up At The Movies screening. This year’s screening highlights the band’s June 22, 1991, concert at Chicago’s…
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