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A Florissant woman is in custody after being on the run for less than 24 hours for a domestic shooting.

We’re hard at work on a very cool new project that will be released very soon, so I didn’t have time to record a podcast this week. However, there were two recent (much more well known) podcast episodes that I heard that Techdirt readers might really like. Rather than do longer posts about each, I […]

While The Clash broke up in 1986, there were rumors of a possible reunion in the '90s. But bassist Paul Simonon reveals in a new interview that it wasn’t something he really wanted to…

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CARROLLTON – Greene County Health Department Public Health Administrator Molly Peters announce a new partnership between the health department with Tri-County Rural Transit to address transportation barriers in the community. This partnership will enable individuals to cover their transportation costs 100 percent when utilizing rural transit services for medical appointments. "Transportation challenges are significant barriers to health care, especially in rural communities like Greene, and often result in late arrivals, delayed and missed appointments, negatively impacting overall health," Peters said. "Working to address these challenges is important for mitigating adverse healthcare outcomes and avoiding additional costs to the healthcare system, including increased use of emergency departments and hospitalizations. “An estimated 5.8 million people across the country delayed medical care in recent years due to transportation. These groups are often already prone

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In 50 years, hip-hop has become one of the most popular music genres in the world. In its early days, the recipe for a hip-hop duo or group was simple: two turntables for the disc jockey and a microphone for the emcee. Darian Wigfall, who DJs under the moniker DJ Whiz, shares the fundamentals of DJing — and why he feels vinyl is the best way to get into the craft.

ST. LOUIS -- Several economic development and agriculture organizations are coming together to create a new nonprofit to oversee the Creve Coeur based 39 North Agriculture Innovation District. It covers 600 acres and includes the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, BRDG Park, Helix Center Biotech Incubator, and Bayer Crop Science. The new nonprofit will be [...]

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s office withdrew last week from a Cole County lawsuit accusing the Missouri State Highway Patrol of harassment and a “concerted campaign of threats” against companies that profit from video games offering cash prizes. Bailey, who is seeking a full term in office in 2024, has in recent months accepted large […]

The post Missouri AG drops out of gambling case after taking donations from companies suing state appeared first on Missouri Independent.

Alphonso Scott, Construction Forum’s new graphic designer/digital specialist has been producing media for half his lifetime. That’s pretty extraordinary when you take into consideration that he’s 31 years old. The Forum was fortunate to bring on Alphonso to the team when his predecessor in the title, Shruthi Beedu moved to Bentonville, AR after her husband […]

From St. Louis Business Journal:  A local developer is proposing to construct a new apartment complex across seven vacant properties in Tower Grove East. Developer AHM Group filed plans with the city of St. Louis for an 18-unit apartment complex, near the intersection of Minnesota and Arsenal Street. The project would consist of two buildings […]

An investigation is underway after a mushroom hunter discovered human remains in a wooded area of Pevely.

ALTON - Nearly two years ago, retired school district administrator Cathie Hentrich purchased the Riverbender Tech Center from her husband John Hentrich, owner of Riverbender.com . The Riverbender Tech Center is located at 312 Belle Street in Alton in the Riverbender.com building (directly across the street from Mac’s Timeout.) The business has its own entrance into the building right on Belle Street and parking is on the street or behind the store in the building parking lot. Cathie and her two technicians, Cody and David, will even come out to your car and carry your device into the store for you. "Now some might think it crazy that someone who has worked 35 years and is finally retired would take on the responsibilities of a small business, but that’s exactly what I did," she said. “Retirement didn’t sit well with me. It was a huge adjustment to go from a daily speed of 150 mph to 0 and I needed a worthwhile project to keep me busy.” Cathie walked

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From St. Louis/Southern Illinois Labor Tribune:  Tradeswomen and women considering careers in the construction industry can sharpen their skills and learn new ones at one of Missouri Women in Trades upcoming volunteer workdays. For each event, MOWIT partners with another 501(c)3 organization to provide quality construction services for free. Women are encouraged to bring PPE […]

The account STL Blues History on Twitter revealed that today is an auspicious day in Blues history. On April 25, 1993, the Blues set a new record for "Most Blowjobs at Home." Yes, it's actually in the first printing of the 1995 to 1996 St. Louis Blues Media Guide.

ALTON - Several property demolitions were on the agenda for tonight’s Alton Committee of the Whole meeting, and each of them were approved unanimously. Mayor David Goins has stated in previous meetings that the high number of slated demolitions is part of the city’s plan to address housing issues by eliminating “derelict” houses. Alderwoman Elizabeth Allen was the only member absent. Demolition proceedings were approved for the following properties: 1217 East 5th St. 728 Humboldt Ct. 730 Humboldt Ct. 1613 Joesting Ave. 915 Harrison St. 1923 Gross St. 1109 Wesley St. 3105 Hillcrest Ave. 2813 Sunnyside St. 3308 Franor St. The Committee of the Whole also approved a bid for the demolition of 616 Oak St. and 928 Humboldt St. - the bid of $23,684 was awarded to Supreme Trucking & Excavating. Alternatively, the city is accepting bids for three properties: 1321 E. 5th St., 2317 Humbert St., and 934 Tremont St. A few other bids were

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Bush’s bill serves as companion to legislation proposed in February by U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley. Both bills call for testing all Hazelwood school properties.

EDWARDSVILLE – The National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (NCERC at SIUE) recently welcomed Lucas Clayton as its newest visiting research fellow. Funded by the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, the nine-month fellowship program is intended to provide training and hands-on experience to prepare the next generation of engineers and scientists for work in mid- to high-skill jobs in the bioeconomy. “I’m excited to welcome Lucas Clayton as our newest visiting research fellow,” said NCERC Executive Director John Caupert. “His background in chemical engineering will contribute greatly to our grant-funded and contractual research projects in the NCERC Fermentation Suite and Pilot Plant. NCERC benefits from mentoring recent college graduates who have specialized areas of study in biology, chemistry, and engineering and we extend a special thank you to the Illinois Corn Marketing Board for providing the funding necessary

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DHL, a global logistics and shipping business, is shutting down a facility in Maryland Heights and laying off 75 workers there. Here's where it's moving the work.