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For the fourth time since 2016, Missouri voters are gearing up to consider the future of legalized marijuana. While previous attempts at "adult use" legalization have faltered, 2022 is shaping up to be the best chance for activists and consumers hoping to finally see the measure cross the finish line.…

The City of St. Louis is asking for the public’s input on how Steinberg Skating Rink can be used as a year-round facility

St. Charles, Jefferson, Franklin, and Phelps counties have not used much of their federal coronavirus relief funds because officials say they don’t have enough guidance about how the money can be spent.

I begin this column with a confession. We journalists are reluctant to report about ourselves because under journalism ethics, a reporter should avoid covering something in which the reporter has a conflict of interest. But Missouri Gov. Mike Parson’s continuing attacks against news organizations and specific reporters are so unprecedented that I feel compelled to […]

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This story was originally published by The Kansas City Beacon.  It’s been 13 years since Kansas City passed its first climate protection plan. At the top of the list: drastically reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Now the city is preparing a new plan, and emission reductions remains a focus. In 2008, the city set a goal […]

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Faced with over a year’s delay from the state social services department on implementing extended mental health care for new moms, a bipartisan effort now aims to expand health care coverage more broadly for low-income pregnant women. Legislation filed last week by Sens. Elaine Gannon, R-De Soto, and Jill Schupp, D-Creve Coeur, would extend health […]

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Currently, some of Sam Page’s appointees aren’t listed in his office’s budget. Proposed charter amendment would change that.

However, she won’t give an opinion on the plan itself until after the city counselor completes a legal review.

Ringo Starr has been confirmed as a guest performer on the recently announced fifth annual edition of his brother-in-law Joe Walsh's VetsAid charity concert, which will be held virtually on…

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You can pay taxes online, but mailed bills serve as reminder for many to pay end-of-year personal property taxes on cars.

Ann Armstrong of Hazelwood, MO joined the Real Rock Army today

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After briefly following the car, officers were able to take the person of interest into custody on Jennings Station Road near Greyling Drive in Pine Lawn

Anyone with information is asked to call the homicide detectives at 314-444-5371 or CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477

William Bibbs, 20, was shot in the chest and found at the apartment complex in south city around 3:30 p.m. Nov. 30.

St. Louis Metropolitan Police were called to the 7800 block of Germania Avenue for a report of a shooting at around 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 30

Busy shopping centers, dark skies, and distracted people mean many targets for potential thieves. Here are some things to keep in mind to protect yourself.

The City's Public Safety Director said there are fewer homicides this year than in 2020 and 2019.

Cedarcrest Kennel was previously listed on the Humane Society's national "Horrible 100" list that ranks the worst dog breeders in the country