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Parents as Teachers receives record $7M gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
Parents as Teachers, a St. Louis-based nonprofit focused on early child development, has received what the organization said is the largest gift in its history.
'It's just always happening' - Business owner reacts to weekend shooting that killed 2 teens
Two 18-year-olds lost their lives early Sunday morning in a quadruple shooting in north St. Louis City.
Annual Godfrey Big Truck Day Event Continues To Be Big Favorite For Kids, Families
GODFREY - The Annual Village of Godfrey Parks and Recreation Department has a series of captivating events throughout the spring, summer, and fall for children and families and this past week. The Big Truck Day event had what Park and Recreation Director Chris Logan called "a lot of participation." "I think it went very well," Logan said. "It was a great day and there were a lot of good groups who also participated. It was a beautiful day and a great event. I think everyone had a great time." Those in attendance had an abundance of trucks, buses, and even a helicopter to view at Big Truck Day. Some even participated in face painting, another hit. "There was a little bit of everything," Logan said. "I think every kid I saw there found something they really liked. We were also thankful that Survival Flight Emergency Transport Services was kind enough to come over. Godfrey tries to reach children and families and it was really nice to see people enjoy their work on this day. We were
Sixth Circuit Reverses Conviction For Man Talked Into Criminal Acts By Undercover FBI Agents
BE THE TERRORISM YOU WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD. FBI motto (ca. 2001) The FBI’s penchant for self-ownership dates back to its reinvention as a counter-terrorism agency, a move that followed a bunch of power and budget expansions for any federal agencies that might help George W. Bush avenge his father’s loss in the […]
'Serving A New Menu': Taste of St. Louis returns in August
Emerson said to be considering office in new Clayton tower
Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE: EMR) is considering establishing an office in a prominent new office tower in Clayton, according to people familiar with the matter.
St. Louis County agency OKs more money for Jamestown Mall work
A St. Louis County agency agreed to expand the scope of work — and boost the pay — of a contractor hired to help with the demolition of the shuttered mall.
Brew Tulum serves up savory sopes in the Delmar Maker District
Pair the traditional Mexican dish with a house-roasted coffee at the artisanal Mexican café.
Missouri Legislature approves tax breaks for seniors
The bill, sent to the governor, would freeze property taxes and also exempts all Social Security benefits from the state’s income tax.
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RFT Reviews the Week May 1 to 7: A Coronation and a Resignation
Here's What You Missed Last Week in St. Louis MONDAY, MAY 1 A dust storm in Illinois causes a huge pileup on I-55 heading north from Springfield that leaves 30 injured and seven dead.
Why Kim Gardner’s resignation isn’t stopping efforts to remove her from office
It was just last Thursday that St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner announced she will resign June 1. But that’s not good enough for Attorney General Andrew Bailey, who is seeking her immediate removal. STLPR politics correspondent Jason Rosenbaum discusses Bailey’s actions as well as the person who Gov. Mike Parson might choose to replace Gardner.
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Weekend of lawlessness in St. Louis: 15 shootings, 5 dead, 18 injured
It's been a weekend of lawlessness in St. Louis, with roughly 15 shootings and no arrests. Five people have died, and 18 people were injured.
Florissant bank manager sentenced for defrauding elderly customers
A former Commerce Bank manager from Florissant, Missouri, was sentenced to federal prison Monday for stealing more than $175,000 from elderly customers.
A new family takes the helm at The Garden Shop
Lila and Dylan Waier are the owners of the Lindenwood Park plant nursery.
Damion Baker was murdered. Now his mother is keeping his memory alive — and helping St. Louis
A star high school football player in St. Louis, Damion Baker’s life was cut short in an unsolved shooting in August 2022. Before his death, Damion had made plans to launch a nonprofit that would teach young people job skills. That dream is now a reality in the form of the D-Bake Foundation. The foundation’s founder, An'namarie Baker, discusses her son’s life, his mission, and how pre-apprenticeship classes can help people get on the path to a career.
Review: Kamasi Washington's St. Louis Show Was a Lovefest
“I ain’t gonna talk too much,” jazz superstar Kamasi Washington told the audience before leading his eight-piece ensemble into “Can You Hear Him” from Washington’s 2018 album Heaven and Earth. It was the first of his two sold-out Saturday night shows at City Winery, a terrific listening room for the powerhouse sound of his band.
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