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The Border Patrol released its September numbers today, and once again they're up: Border encounters in September were up 19% from last year and up 16% (to 270,000) compared to last month. About 50,000 of these were legal asylum requests while the rest were illegal crossings between ports of entry. Last month CBP said it ...continue reading "Border encounters reach record high in September"

Don’t be scared! The Saint Louis Zoo’s nighttime Halloween experience, Boo at the Zoo, features festive decorations, entertaining performers and special food and drink menus, so you can enjoy the […]

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Top Officer, Special Agent, Telecommunicator, and Forensic Scientist Honored for Their Actions and Accomplishments During 2021 and 2022 SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Police (ISP) Director Brendan F. Kelly gathered today with ISP staff and their families, local law enforcement officers, and distinguished members of the public for the ISP Awards Ceremony. The ceremony was held to recognize individuals for their significant contributions and dedication to public safety. Director Kelly presented individuals with the following awards; Director’s Award of Distinction, Medal of Valor, Medal for Honor, Meritorious Service Medal, Achievement Medal, and Lifesaving Medal. Each award recipient was recognized for their exemplary service to ISP and the citizens of Illinois. “ISP’s greatest strength is our people – troopers, specials agents, telecommunicators, analysts – and I am proud and honored to work alongside them all,” said Director Kelly. “Integrity,

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Halloween is just about a week away. While the weather looks like it’s going to change drastically by then, Monday has been another nice one. At Sullivan Farms Pumpkin Patch, they’ve seen a steady stream of customers despite it being a school day.

WASHINGTON, MO. - The American Red Cross, is partnering up with the family and friends of Kristen Spaunhorst to host a blood drive in her honor Tuesday, Oct. 24, from 12 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Bank of Washington, 200 W. Main, Washington, MO 63090. Guillain-Barre Syndrome is a rare neurological disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the healthy nerves located outside the brain and spinal cord. The first symptoms are weakness & tingling in the extremities, which is how it started for Kristen. As a result of this condition, Kristen has received blood products from generous blood donors. She encourages all eligible donors to give the gift of life. The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national blood supply and reducing distributions of some of the most needed blood types to hospitals. Donors of all blood types are urgently needed, and there is an emergency need for platelet donors

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WASHINGTON –– The eight Republican candidates to be speaker of the U.S. House were set to make their cases to their colleagues Monday evening, as the House Republican Conference restarted its process to choose a candidate. Nine had filed on Sunday to run for speaker but on Monday night Pennsylvania Rep. Dan Meuser dropped out, […]

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In a very fitting melding of brands, Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea is set to guest on Hot Ones. Flea will appear on the YouTube show, in which host…

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The senator wants the inspector general to probe why the NIH licensed a potentially lucrative cancer drug to an obscure company linked to a former employee.

Tyler Cowen has written a new book called GOAT: Who is the Greatest Economist of all Time? It's deliberately written from a fanboy perspective and it's available free here. It's a fun read and I recommend it. GOAT is a regular old book, but it's combined with a GPT engine that allows you to engage ...continue reading "Who is the greatest economist of all time?"

The City of St. Louis Department of Health announced its second annual PrEP Awareness Week, which takes place October 22-28, 2023

A 16-year-old boy was shot Monday morning while walking his bike on the sidewalk.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police Department Crimes Against Persons detectives continued to investigate a homicide that occurred in the 7000 block of Glenmore Avenue in the city of Velda City, which resulted in the death of an adult male. The deceased has been identified as Myyo Lanos, 18 years of age, of the 3100 block of Lucas and Hunt Road in Velda City, Missouri 63121. On October 20, 2023, at approximately 5:44 PM, St. Louis County Police Crimes Against Persons detectives were requested by the city of Velda City to investigate a homicide within their city limits. The investigation revealed at 5:22 p.m., officers from the Velda City Police Department responded to a call for a shooting in the 7000 block of Glenmore Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim lying in the street, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced deceased on scene. Further investigation revealed the victim and an unidentified male suspect were engaged in an

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The new owner will reportedly honor "the rich history" of the historic restaurant.

Kathleen Britt, of Idaho, filed the wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of her son, Jason, who died in February 2022 of multiple organ failure.

Police are searching a backyard for a south St. Louis woman who's been missing for nearly three years. The most recent search led investigators to dig in the victim's family's backyard.

The arts are a big business in St. Louis — and the Regional Arts Commission has the data to back that statement up. The local funder announced today, in partnership with Americans for the Arts, that the arts contributed more than $868 million to St. Louis' economy in 2022. The number comes from the recently completed Economic & Prosperity 6 study, which RAC released today during its new annual conference Cultura.

CHICAGO — Today, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that two Illinois programs have been designated as part of 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs). T he Central Illinois Fermentation and Agriculture Biomanufacturing (iFAB) Hub and the Chicago Area Quantum Tech Hub: The Bloch were selected based on their innovation and economic growth potential—they will now be eligible to apply for the second phase of the Tech Hubs Program to receive between $50 and $75 million in federal funding. “Home to world-class institutions and first-rate research centers, Illinois is transforming technology, biomanufacturing, and innovation at every turn,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “I couldn’t be prouder that the Biden Administration has selected The Chicago Quantum Exchange’s the Bloch and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s iFAB Hub as two of just thirty-one inaugural tech hubs—opening

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The firm is consolidating to a building in St. Louis County where it has had office space for about 25 years.

The Rolling Stones may have a new #1 on their hands. According to the U.K. Official Charts, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers' new album, Hackney Diamonds, is on track to debut in the top…

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