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Electronic cigarette-maker Juul Labs Inc. will pay $462 million to six states and the District of Columbia, marking the largest settlement the company has reached so far for its role in the youth vaping surge, the attorneys general in several states announced Wednesday.

From Mid Rivers News Magazine:  The concept of The Meadows serving as a downtown for Lake Saint Louis is moving closer to reality as residential projects adjacent to the shopping center continue to be developed and achieve occupancy goals. Problems that owners described in 2022 as out-of-state ownership with no local management and unkept and […]

BENTON - The former president of the Alton chapter of the AFSCME labor union admitted involvement in the transportation of stolen money after he was caught embezzling more than $200,000 from the organization. Byron Clemons, Sr., 35, of Alton, pled guilty Tuesday in a U.S. District courtroom to one count of Interstate Transportation of Stolen Money. “Labor unions exist to promote the interests of the working men and women who make up their ranks. But instead of promoting the interests of his members, Clemons used his position to enrich himself and get cash to gamble at casinos,” said First Assistant U.S. Attorney Jim Cutchin. “I commend the efforts of our partners at the U.S. Department of Labor for their diligent work in investigating this case and ensuring that Clemons is brought to justice.” “Byron Clemons, Sr. personally enriched himself at the expense of dues-paying AFSCME members. Tuesday’s conviction affirms the U.S. Department of Labor Office

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ALTON — What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with live music, eco-friendly artisans, and great food and drink? Riverbend Earth Day returns on Saturday, April 15, from 11:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The family-friendly event is produced by Old Bakery Beer Company and takes place at their location in historic Downtown Alton, IL at 300 Landmarks Blvd. The event is free to attend and drinks, food and goods will be available for purchase. This is the 12th annual Riverbend Earth Day, and organizers expect it to be one of the most well-attended. Herbarium and Old Bakery Beer Company COO Lauren Pattan shared, “This family friendly event is highly anticipated by our staff, customers, and friends across the region who care about the environment as much as we do. As the St. Louis Metro Area’s only organic craft brewery, Riverbend Earth Day is an extra special day for us.” More than 30 local earth-friendly vendors will showcase pottery, jewelry, native plants, baked

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GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney High School sophomore Julia Behrmann shines in every aspect of her life from the classroom, to the softball field as a key player for the Griffins, to a shooting guard in basketball. Julia carries an impressive 3.9 unweighted GPA at Father McGivney and has continued to make high honor roll through her two years at the high school. She is a Byron Carlson Petri & Kalb, LLC, Female Athlete of the Month for Father McGivney. She said she wanted to thank her mom Alicia, step dad Chris, dad Bryan, and step mom Deme for all their support and love throughout her athletic career. "My mom has been the biggest supporter and was always willing to bring me to practices and games no matter where it was or even if it was mandatory or not," Julia said. "She deserves the biggest thank you of all!" Julia's stepdad, Chris, is the head coach of the undefeated Father McGivney baseball team. She is the lead-off batter in the lineup for the Father McGivney

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Winnie-the-Pooh, R2-D2, Baseball and Kermit the Frog  – these are some of the telephones you’ll see at the Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum.   Housed in a restored 1896 building, the

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Filipino American artist Ria Unson portrays personal and historical representations of Filipinos within frames used by colonial powers—from Western Literature to World Fairs—to challenge the origin and scope of the

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The St. Louis Planning Commission deferred its decision on recommending regulations for short-term rentals after questions arose about the propposed changes.

“The club will continue to monitor guest experience and game times to determine if any policy changes may be warranted,” the Cardinals said.

UPDATE 11:30 A.M. — The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that the child who walked onto the interstate is in critical condition but his injuries are not life-threatening. Mike Mitchell, the spokesperson for MSRP Troop I, reported that the child has developmental disabilities and likes to wander. Troopers were told that his mother was preoccupied [...]

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EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. -- Illinois State Police say a juvenile was shot early Thursday morning in East St. Louis. The shooting happened in the 1400 block of North 39th Street at around 12:15 a.m. The child was taken to the hospital. The victim's condition has not yet been shared with the public. Two suspects [...]

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch great taste event is Thursday night at the St. Louis Science Center.