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The president unveiled new climate actions that activists say "don’t even scratch the surface of what’s needed."

The Chinese government often seems like an unstoppable force of evil. Perhaps the word “seems” needs to be removed from the previous sentence. The government seems all too capable of keeping a few billion people in line, strongly suggesting it has obtained the oppression cheat codes. But there are still signs of life. Residents of […]

WOOD RIVER - Riverbend residents have another reason to get excited about the food scene in Illinois. The Good River Collective, a new Commissary Kitchen and base of operations for Food Trucks, based in the heart of Downtown Wood River will open later this year. Opening on 11 W. Ferguson Avenue, The Good River Collective will be throwing open its doors to the community in the late Fall of 2022, serving food entrepreneurs, food trucks, caterers, and other food and beverage-based businesses. Launching with the mission to deliver a space for food entrepreneurs to create, grow and establish their businesses in a certified kitchen space alongside fellow food professionals. But what also distinguishes The Good River Collective from other kitchens is the project’s ownership. Working with fellow entrepreneurs, Tom and Vickie Maxwell, who own Liberty Blueberry Farm in Farmington, Missouri, and Fitness and Fun in Bethalto, Illinois, married duo Matt and Amy Herren have already built u

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A jury has convicted Stephan Cannon in the death of retired St. Louis police captain David Dorn in June 2020.

ST. LOUIS - A female quick-change robbery suspect, Anastacia Washington, 35, of the 4900 block of Lilburn Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri, faces charges of Robbery First Degree. Washington is being held on $100,000 cash only, no 10% bond. Sgt. Tracy Panus said the robbery occurred at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 12. The probable cause statement released by St. Louis County Police reads as follows: "Upon investigation, it was determined that suspect, Anastacia Washington, entered the U.S. Bank at 11100 Larimore Road in Spanish Lake, St. Louis County, and passed a threatening note announcing a robbery and made off with approximately $6,000. "The suspect was seen on surveillance leaving the bank, entering a Dirt Cheap store, and exiting the Dirt Cheap store after changing her clothing. A tip from a co-worker of the suspect led detectives to identify Anastacia Washington as a person of interest. "Law enforcement recovered clothing discarded by the suspect outside of the Dirt Cheap store.

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LEMAY, Mo. - There was a fire Wednesday at the Republic Services Recycling Plant located near I-55 and Bayless in South St. Louis County. The cause of the fire is not known at this time but temperatures outdoors were nearly 100 degrees. This is not the first time recycling at the plant has caught fire. [...]

EDWARDSVILLE - Rae Dorsey, owner of Rae Marcel Studios in Edwardsville, said she is so excited to share space in her new area with not only her clients but her family and others for creative opportunities at 301 N. Main St. in Edwardsville. The grand opening for Rae Marcel Studios was held on July 9. "This is for Rae Marcel Photography, but also for those who need creative space," she said. "We specialize in wedding, family photography, and newborns photography. I just needed a space to come home. Now, we have really put our feet in Edwardsville, we love the neighborhood. This ribbon cutting was just a mark of an amazing journey that started five years ago. I can't wait to see what comes through here. I am also excited it was an art space before and we are going to keep art alive here." Rae said she started her photography journey in high school. "I loved it so much that I took it for my art class all four years," she said. "I stayed in the darkroom seeing what I could come up with

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The St. Louis County Council voted last night against a bill that would have secured $1.25 million in funds for abortion access. Sponsored by Councilwoman Lisa Clancy, D-5th District, federal pandemic aid would have been used to assist pregnant people traveling out-of-state to receive an abortion, as well as help parents amid the infant-formula shortage. St. Louis County Executive Sam Page had also voiced his support for the fund in previous weeks.

A St. Louis woman died Monday after being found unresponsive in a Pulaski County jail cell, roughly 30 miles east of Cape Girardeau.

Nearly 100 shots were fired during a shootout between short-term renters early Wednesday morning, according to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Around 1 a.m. in the Downtown West neighborhood, an argument broke out between parties staying on the 1900 block of Washington Avenue and on the 400 block of North 20th Street. Shortly after, a nearby resident told KSDK that they'd heard shots similar to “machine fire” for two to three minutes.

Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi is among the musicians who will perform during the opening ceremony for the 2022 edition of the Commonwealth Games sporting event, which will run from…

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In recent report period, Jack Coatar raised about $61,000, much of it from developers, and Megan Ellyia Green garnered $43,670, with help from some elected officials.

Like William Lacy Clay, Sr., Rep. Cori Bush was an activist before she was a politician, and hasn't forgotten her roots.

A family-owned, University City-based provider of water treatment equipment, chemicals and maintenance services, has been acquired by a Nebraska company.

The hire is also evidence of how the coronavirus pandemic has prompted firms like Moneta to embrace increased flexibility and help them attract top-notch talent.

WOOD RIVER - Wood River Police released an announcement on Wednesday morning, that it is trying to identify the owners of each of the two above pictured vehicles in an ongoing investigation." "If you can help, we certainly appreciate it," the Wood River Police said. "Thank you in advance." Contact the Wood River Police at (618) 251-3114 with any information about the vehicles.

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