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Tuesday, February 14, 2023 - The Mississippi River might be the biggest obstacle for riverfront development
Two big proposals to develop St. Louis' riverfront have gained a lot of attention. One is near the Chain of Rocks bridge and the other near Soulard. The biggest challenge may not be governmental approval or financing, but the river itself.
John Fogerty releases live version of love song “Joy Of My Life”
John Fogerty is in a romantic mood this Valentine’s Day. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer just dropped a live version of the love song “Joy Of My Life,” which…
Granite City man dies after car crashes in Madison. Authorities say he was shot in the head.
A 29-year-old Granite City man died this weekend after he was shot and the car he was in crashed.
Sales tax debate on recreational marijuana
Multiple municipalities in St. Charles County as well as the county government itself want voters to approve local sales taxes on recreational marijuana. However, there is controversy about just how many taxes can be added in some areas.
Shooting at QuikTrip leads to chase in south St. Louis County
A shooting at a south St. Louis County QuikTrip led to a chase early Tuesday morning.
Rainy Tuesday with high winds expected until Wednesday
A wind advisory will be in effect from Tuesday at 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. Wednesday.
St. Louis founded in a winter wilderness on this date in 1764 - or maybe it was the next day
Auguste Chouteau leads a work party up the hill to begin building St. Louis in 1764.
Lamar Johnson decision happening today
The fate of convicted murderer Lamar Johnson is in the hands of a judge.
Megan Green endorses 8 in St. Louis aldermen races
Aldermanic President Megan Green on Monday endorsed three candidates running for aldermen against incumbents this spring in her latest effort to push the board in a more progressive direction.
GOP fast tracks bill making it harder to amend Missouri Constitution by initiative petition
A top Republican priority – making it harder to amend the Missouri Constitution by initiative petition – is in the best position to be this year’s first bill to pass through both legislative chambers. On Monday, the Senate Local Government and Elections Committee heard testimony on the House-passed measure that would increase the threshold needed […]
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Just how good were Exxon’s climate projections?
Exxon predicted climate change with 99% accuracy — in 1985.
At EPA, staffing crisis clashes with expanded mission
“The future of the EPA and our planet are at stake.”
On This Day – February 14, 1984: Elton John marries for the first time
On This Day, February 14, 1984... Rocker Elton John married German-born sound engineer Renate Blauel in an extravagant wedding in Australia. The marriage didn’t last long and they split in 1988. Elton has said he…
U2 fans really unhappy they’re doing Vegas shows without Larry Mullen Jr
U2 is set to headline a new Las Vegas residency, U2: UV Achtung Baby Live at the Sphere, this fall. But many fans are unhappy the band will be performing without drummer Larry Mullen Jr.…
GOP bid to make it harder to amend Missouri constitution draws conservative opposition
Over an initial three-hour hearing, members of a Senate panel outlined a package of proposed changes that would raise the bar on the ability of voters to place questions on the ballot, while also raising the threshold for how the…
TikTok ban begins moving in Missouri Capitol
The Chinese spy balloon has brought new urgency to concerns about foreign influence in Missouri.
Chemical Desolation in Appalachia
Freight rail companies are running their trains ragged to boost profits. Sometimes they crash.
House endorses pay hikes as debate moves to Senate
The spending package totals more than $627 million.
Breaking Up (With China) Is Hard to Do
In the absence of more attention to the supply chain, the U.S. is becoming even more reliant on Beijing—and ‘friendshoring’ often increases that dependence.