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In Norway, Indigenous-led protests against a wind farm heat up
Sámi land defenders say the windmills must be demolished.
The Weinermobile came to St. Louis today
Hoffman Welcomes Consul General Of Bulgaria
SPRINGFIELD – As the Consul General of Bulgaria visited the state Capitol Thursday to underscore the positive partnership between Illinois and Bulgaria, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, introduced a resolution recognizing this March as Bulgarian American Heritage Month. “Granite City hosts the oldest Bulgarian American community in the country, and we’re thankful for the countless contributions this community has brought to the Metro East,” Hoffman said. “Our countries have a strong relationship that dates back 120 years, a relationship that has only grown stronger in recent years. I appreciate Consul General Stankov’s visit to our capitol, it was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our cultures.” Hoffman’s House Resolution 23 congratulates the people of the Republic of Bulgaria as they celebrate their 145th liberation anniversary this month. The resolution highlights the contribution of Bulgarian immigrants in the United States,
David Tyson Smith (2023)
House Rep. David Tyson Smith makes his return on Politically Speaking. The Columbia Democrat joins St. Louis Public Radio's Sarah Kellogg and Jason Rosenbaum to discuss the 2023 Legislative Session as it begins its third month. Smith sits on the House Elections and Elected Officials committee, meaning he has heard not only bills changing the election process but also numerous resolutions that would make it harder to amend Missouri's constitution.
St. Louis to vote Tuesday. Progressives aim to tighten grip on City Hall.
This spring, city voters will pick an entirely new board, as it shrinks to 14 aldermen after more than a century with 28. It's a historic election, with 40 candidates, affecting every corner of the city.
Developer says financing in place for $200M first phase of $1.2B Chouteau's Landing project
A massive $1.2 billion project on the downtown riverfront has financing for its $200 million first phase, according to a representative of the developer.
Creve Coeur-based CSI Leasing's IT recycling unit expands in Mexico
A unit of the Creve Coeur-based IT equipment leasing company has expanded its operations in Mexico.
Roger Waters explains why he’s rerecorded ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’
Roger Waters recently announced he's rerecording the classic Pink Floyd album The Dark Side of the Moon, which turned 50 on Wednesday. Well, now he’s giving fans the first taste of what to expect…
Gas station at center of execution-style killing under scrutiny
Publishers Lobbied To ‘Axe The Reading Tax’ On Ebooks, Then Paid It To Themselves
One of the (many) villains in “Walled Culture” the book (free ebook versions) is the publishing industry, specifically in the context of the transition from analogue books to ebooks. What could have been one of the most important expansions of the power and possibility of the book form became instead its opposite – a diminishment […]
Autopsy reveals missing Illinois man's cause of death; coroner explains how wife didn't notice body
An autopsy released Thursday explains what happened to a Troy, Illinois, man who was found deceased in his home months after being reported missing.
Lunchtime Photo
This is the Capitol Building in our nation's capital. As you are reading this, America's legislators are carrying out their solemn duty to promote the general welfare with no thought for themselves. Let us all thank them for their selfless service to our nation.
How big is e-commerce? It depends.
I'm just fiddling around here, but thought this was interesting: When you hear about e-commerce, it's commonly described as about 15% of all sales. Which is fair enough. But that includes things like gasoline and eating out, which can't be purchased online, plus autos, which are still mostly an in-person business. If you look at ...continue reading "How big is e-commerce? It depends."
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Rob Halford on Ozzy Osbourne tour cancellation: “He made the right call”
Judas Priest was supposed to open for Ozzy Osbourne on his European tour, before Ozzy announced he was canceling it due to his health. Well, Priest’s Rob Halford is fully behind Ozzy’s decision. "It was terrible…
Ferguson City Council picks new member after voters ousted prior official
The co-founder of an organization to improve transparency and accountability in policing is the newest member of the Ferguson City Council, replacing the council member who was voted out of office last month.
Meth flushed, dug up from southern Illinois sewer system
The Marion Police Department recently assigned crews to dig around one neighborhood, leading to the discovery of a bag of methamphetamine in the sewer system.
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