So far, Centene has reached settlements that have been announced by at least 12 states, requiring the nation's largest Medicaid managed care provider to make about $552.4 million in payments. Centene last year set aside $1.1 billion to resolve allegations from states.
Naughty Bits co-founder Corey James isn't sure if his prospective holiday waffle name goes too far. "I'm thinking about calling one Rudolf the Deep Throat Reindeer," James says with a laugh. "I don't know if I'm actually going to use that.
We’ve noted several times how telecom and media giants are running a sleazy year-long smear campaign against Biden FCC nominee Gigi Sohn, in the hopes of blocking her confirmation vote and miring the agency in perpetual consumer protection gridlock. The attacks have been carefully seeded across the US press through various think tanks and nonprofits, and accuse […]
Mötley Crüe, Iron Maiden, KISS and Slipknot will raise some hell next year when they headline the 2023 edition of France's Hellfest rock and metal festival. The bill also includes…
The city of St. Louis is pursuing the maximum amount of tax incentives possible for a developer seeking to convert a long-closed school in north St. Louis into apartments.
The 9th annual Whiskey In The Winter festival took place on December 2 at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch. The night featured 400+ whiskeys, food stations, special appearances, seminars, and more.
Bradley Beal has missed time to various injuries and COVID-19 protocols this season, but another St. Louis-grown talent is impressing as Washington's "next man up" in his absence.
St. Louis Cardinals broadcaster Dan McLaughlin and Bally Sports Midwest have announced he will be stepping away from broadcasting.
McLaughlin, 48, was charged in early December by the Creve Couer Police Department as a persistent offender with one count of driving while intoxicated, a Class E felony, and one misdemeanor count of failing to drive within a single lane.
He was previously charged and pleaded guilty to two DWIs, one in 2010 and one in 2011.
In 2010, he was sentenced to two years…
CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker today celebrated the passage of the Workers’ Rights Amendment to the Illinois Constitution. Governor Pritzker issued a proclamation announcing passage of the amendment and joined labor leaders and legislators in celebrating the achievement. “Illinois holds a rich union history; from the 1887 Haymarket Affair to the 1894 Pullman Strike, Illinois laborers have been at the forefront of fighting for fair wages, reasonable hours, and safe working conditions,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “This is a major win for workers rights that will outlast any single politicians’ term and enshrine a key right for Illinoisans for generations to come.” Under Illinois law, the Governor must issue an official proclamation announcing the passage of a constitutional amendment after it is certified by the State Board of Elections. The Workers’ Rights Amendment, which passed with 54.5% of total ballots cast, enshrines the right to
I have good news and bad news for local readers. The good news is that the Queen Mary reopens today after a two-year shutdown. And the city of Long Beach is conducting free one-hour tours! The bad news is that the tours are already all filled up. Easy come, easy go. Anyway, it turns out ...continue reading "Lunchtime Photo"
Legislation being considered by the city of St. Louis would strip aldermen of authority to recommend specific subsidy amounts for projects in their wards, a departure from long-standing practice that follows the corruption convictions earlier this year of three aldermen on tax abatement and other schemes.
The board bill, from Alderman Shane Cohn, was heard Thursday at the Board of Aldermen's Housing, Urban Development and Zoning Committee. He indicated it could change some, including with input…
EDWARDSVILLE - Andrea Miracle has announced her candidacy for the City Council of Edwardsville in the 3rd Ward. “With the support of my family and friends I’m thrilled to be pursuing an opportunity to serve our city at a higher level. I hope to continue the work I’ve done as a member of Edwardsville’s Planning Commission, ensuring that we preserve our city’s green spaces while thoughtfully pursuing opportunities for further economic development. Alderman Janet Stack has been a strong and steadfast voice for 3rd Ward residents, leaving big shoes to fill with her departure from City Council. I will put people over politics and prioritize keeping city government on the side of taxpayers.” A 20-year resident and active member of the Edwardsville community, Miracle currently sits on the City of Edwardsville’s Planning Commission and serves as Co-Chairman of Education for the Edwardsville Community Foundation. While raising her three children in
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