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As Walled Culture the book (free digital versions) details, for decades the copyright industry has lobbied consistently (and successfully) for more and harsher laws targeting alleged infringement. Against that background, it is hardly surprising that these laws are used on a massive scale every day. But some companies take this to extremes. Here, for example, […]

PIASA - Austin Stanton qualified for state this past spring with his teammate Collin Robinson in the 100 meters. Stanton is also an Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Male Athlete of the Month. Austin made his first appearance at the state meet. The last time this happened at Southwestern High was in 2010, when Ethan Hanold and Donny Garrett finished one-two in the 800m. Austin was able to run below the qualifying time in the 100 meters at the Gillespie Invitational. Collin broke the qualifying threshold in the 400 meters at Gillespie as well. Austin was a football starter in the offensive line and played outside linebacker on defense. Austin had a huge overall impact on the Piasa Birds track and field program. "Both boys were seniors and have given a great deal to the program," boys track and field coach Matt Hasquin said. "When Collin qualified in the 400 meters last season, it became a catalyst for the rest of the team," the coach added. "We had a lot of success from 2009

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Heavy rainfall flooded much of Florissant and other parts of the region a year ago Wednesday, causing extensive damage to parts of north St. Louis County.

The woman previously won the lottery in a different state. “I won $100,000 before,” the woman told MOLottery.

Anheuser-Busch InBev on Wednesday announced a corporate restructuring in which about 2% of its U.S. workforce will be cut.

Wednesday marks the 21st anniversary of a little girl's disappearance and murder that gripped the St. Louis area for years. Casey Williamson’s killer, Johnny Johnson, was set to be executed next week for the crime, but received a federal stay of execution on Tuesday.

I got the itemization of charges for my CAR-T treatment today. Check it out: Yes, that's seven digits. There are some other trivial charges, just a few measly tens of thousands of dollars here and there, that bring the entire cost of the procedure to about $1.2 million. Under the circumstances, I guess I can't ...continue reading "I’m now the million-dollar man"

The St. Louis region experienced historic flooding one year ago, with effects that continue today. We discuss what’s been learned and done since then to prevent a repeat of such damage.

MADISON - A victim in the Tuesday, July 25, 2023, shooting in Madison has been identified by the Major Case Squad. The victim is identified as Jaylen I. Woods, 19, of the 1700 block of Edwardsville Road in Madison. Deputy Major Case Squad Commander Nick Novacich said at 1 p.m. on July 25, 2023, the Madison Police Department was dispatched to the 1700 block of Edwardsville Road, Madison, Illinois, in reference to a report of shots fired. "Upon arrival, officers located a male victim lying in the backyard of a residence with multiple gunshot wounds," Novacich said. "The victim had unfortunately succumbed to his wounds and was pronounced deceased at the scene." Novacich added: "This is an ongoing investigation and therefore no further information can be released at this time. We would like to express our condolences to the family of the deceased and ask that the community do the same." If anyone witnessed this incident or has information related to this investigation, please contact

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Missouri’s Department of Health and Senior Services is gearing up to grant almost 50 small business licenses to budding cannabis entrepreneurs, as part of a provision to give back to communities affected by the war on drugs.

St. Louis' largest health care system has downsized its space in a prominent office building off Interstate 64 — part of a continued trend influenced by remote work.

A new resource is coming to the Metro East region to try and reduce violent crime. Illinois State Police said this device has already proven to be a great asset in solving crime.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services will open applications Thursday for anyone interested in operating a marijuana microbusiness.

The board for Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority approved incentives for a slew of projects in the city of St. Louis.

While you can't smell it, you can watch the corpse flower bloom in St. Louis.

To celebrate the Corpse Flower's blooming, and the opening of "Little Shop of Horrors" at The Muny, the two venues are hosting a giveaway.

The development team purchased the 0.16-acre site last year for $1.1 million, according to city documents.