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SLC3 presented its annual diversity and inclusion, best practices, and specialty awards Wednesday evening (Aug. 23) at its annual gala. SLC3 is an organization which was founded in 1971 by large construction buyers of construction to promote best practices. Its membership and activities today incorporate representatives from across design and construction professionals disciplines. Awards presented […]
Trump, allies surrender in election interference case
Former President Donald Trump, who is accused of trying to overturn Georgia’s election results, has been booked at the Fulton County Jail, according to the county jail website. Trump, who was indicted by a grand jury last week, arrived at the Rice Street jail in a sprawling motorcade at 7:34 p.m. Thursday. Outside the jail, his fans […]
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As Chicago broils, neighbors find ways to keep each other cool
"We’ll be back out there tomorrow doing the same thing.”
St. Louis jail inmates say they aren't receiving food, showers after hostage incident
Inmates in the downtown St. Louis jail say they are not getting regular meals and are not receiving access to showers or phones in an escalation of existing issues after a hostage incident involving a guard on Tuesday.
Judge to decide if Missouri can restrict gender-affirming care to minors
Missouri is just days away from a new law going into effect banning transgender minors from gender-affirming care, but a judge could halt the measure from going into place.
Judge tosses Republican whining about Google spam filters
Ha ha ha: A federal judge on Thursday dismissed a Republican National Committee lawsuit alleging that Google’s email spam filters illegally suppressed their missives, dealing the campaign group a crushing blow in a lengthy battle that has riled conservative lawmakers in Washington. U.S. District Court Judge Daniel Calabretta wrote that while it was a “close ...continue reading "Judge tosses Republican whining about Google spam filters"
WWE wrestler Bray Wyatt dies at 36
Wyatt, whose real name is Windham Rotunda, died on Thursday, WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H said on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Plaintiffs in Roundup lawsuit drop effort to disqualify prominent St. Louis attorney
Plaintiffs’ attorneys have withdrawn a motion that sought to disqualify a high-profile attorney serving as a special master in a Roundup lawsuit because of his close legal and business relationship with the lead trial attorney for the company. Here's why.
Trailer for new Carlos Santana documentary released
The official trailer for the upcoming Carlos Santana documentary, Carlos: The Santana Journey Global Premiere, has just been released. The clip kicks off with the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer asking, “Do you believe…
Casey Borkowski Develops Into Excellent Jersey Sprinter, Is A Sparklight Internet Male Athlete of Month
JERSEY - Some may not know this but Jersey had boys cross country and track coach Harold Landon was an exceptional sprinter while a high school athlete and he placed in state. Over the years, Landon has produced a lot of top-notch sprinters. The latest in the group is Casey Borkowski, who stood out in both the 100 meters (11.3) and 200 meters (22.66) as a junior and will be a key senior member of the team in 2024. He also had a team-best 400 meters (55.24) this past year. Borkowski served as a main anchor for the Jersey boys' sprint relays, Landon said. When Borkowski took the handoff on that last leg he was always like a bolt of lightning for the Panthers. Borkowski was competitive in every Panthers' meet in the sprints and drew attention throughout the season. Casey is a Sparklight Internet Male Athlete of the Month for the Panthers. “Casey is a very hard worker,” Coach Landon said. “He is a track guy. He was all-conference in the 100 meters, 200 and anchored th
Does anyone know ~why~ 1984 is the cut off year for a boat license?
'This is a happy ending to the nightmare' | St. Louis County man reported missing in June found safe
Brothers behind Asprient, Lux Living put downtown properties on market
The listings were removed after the newspaper inquired.
Sixth Circuit Denies Immunity To Officers Who Waited 19 Months To Process A $30k Forfeiture
This case involves both civil forfeiture and criminal forfeiture. First one, then the other. Not that the order matters as much as the government’s unwillingness to do much more than sit on the $30,000 in cash they took from an Ohio couple during a supposed drug investigation. Civil forfeiture allows the government to keep seized […]
BJC to Build $21M Medical Office Building
From St. Louis Business Journal: A BJC HealthCare hospital about an hour south of St. Louis in St. Francois County plans to add a new $21.3 million medical office building. BJC’s Parkland Health Center in Farmington plans to build add a 30,000-square-foot office building to house its primary care services, allowing the expansion of its […]
Picture of the day: Do you believe in climate change?
Last night at the Republican debate Martha MacCallum asked: "Do you believe human behavior is causing climate change? Raise your hand if you do." No one raised their hand. Luckily for all of them, Ron DeSantis immediately interrupted to pretend he was offended by the whole "raise your hand" trope, which got everyone off the ...continue reading "Picture of the day: Do you believe in climate change?"
Page wants County Council to waive advance approval of some outside law firms
A newly introduced bill would allow the county's legal department to contract with private lawyers on a contingency-fee basis in lawsuits seeking damages without getting council approval.
Thursday Nights at the Museum
Kick off your weekend at the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park! Each Thursday Night at the Museum will be the most fun, engaging, uplifting, thought-provoking, perspective-shaping night of your […]
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