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Pilot program established by the Working Families Bill will support public school children by providing direct cash payments to their families.

JERSEY - Jersey County State's Attorney Ben Goetten issued a statement regarding the Jerseyville Police Department arrest of Donald R. Jones, 29, for attempted murder. Jones was charged after a shooting at 8:15 p.m. on Christmas Day, December 25, 2022, at a residence located in the 700 block of North Liberty in Jerseyville. "There’s no other way to define this other than excellent police work," Goetten said. "Chief Blackorby and Deputy Chief Woelfel should be commended for their investigative efforts. Within 48 hours, a suspect was apprehended and the evidence presented to make this an overwhelmingly strong case for prosecution" Goetten also said: "My office intends to dispatch an attempt murder conviction in this case with the same vigor displayed by the Jerseyville Police Department."

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St. Louis County is the first county in Missouri to implement the program, which will temporarily boost wages for child care workers who are chronically underpaid.

St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones on Wednesday signed the Working Families Bill into law, establishing Missouri's first guaranteed income program. Using $52 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, BB116 aims to support about 440 St. Louis families living in poverty, expand health care access and create new opportunities for local youth. The St. Louis Board of Alderman earlier this month approved the bill, which includes $5 million to establish monthly direct cash payments from the city of St.…

Enjoy this one-of-a-kind "pop-up bar" at St. Louis Union Station, where the train cars are decorated with art. Visitors to the North Pole will be able to drink beer, wine, and hot chocolate with alcohol in it.

A 45-minute holiday round-trip excursion leaves Wednesday through Friday from Union Station for those 21 and up!

Southwest Airlines is now facing a federal investigation after holiday flight disruptions.

According to police, a woman was inside a home in the Carondelet neighborhood when she woke up to a man lighting a towel on fire.

The Christmas holiday is generally a busy time for the movie theater industry. That remained the case this year though the winter storm late last week as well as Christmas Eve falling on a Saturday did slightly impact business.

Hidden Valley's Polar Plunge Tubing Park is officially open. Hidden Valley is without a doubt St. Louis's Hidden Gem. 

It's triptych time again. Here are three shots of John Isner on the practice court at this year's French Open. From top, he's serving, hitting a forehand, and twirling his racket.

The future of Kansas City's Arabia Steamboat Museum is in limbo after a plan to move the collection to St. Charles falls through.

Homicide detectives with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department are asking for the public's help regarding a 2017 triple homicide investigation, in the hopes of solving a lingering cold case.

One Chicago burger was apparently so good, Guy Fieri ranked it among the best he's ever tasted – and it's safe to say Fieri has eaten quite a few burgers in his life

ST. LOUIS - Mayor Tishaura O. Jones announced today the signing of the Working Families Bill ( BB116 ) to support St. Louisans, recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. Using $52 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, this legislation establishes Missouri’s first guaranteed basic income program to support public school children and their families, expands health care access for residents, and invests in public safety by creating new opportunities for youth. “St. Louis is back on the map, joining more than 20 cities across the country in piloting an innovative, forward-thinking guaranteed basic income program for city schoolchildren and their families,” said Mayor Tishaura O. Jones. “From creating better opportunities for our youth to expanding access to healthcare, this bill is an investment directly in our communities still struggling to get back on their feet. Lifting families out of poverty makes our city stronger and safer, and I am grateful

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ST. LOUIS — Following guidance from the National Park Service, a new mask mandate went into effect on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, regardless of vaccination status for anyone entering federal buildings, which include the Gateway Arch itself, at Gateway Arch National Park. According to the CDC, St. Louis City and St. Louis County are at a High (Red) level due to increased community transmission of COVID-19. All staff and visitors must wear a well-fitting, high-quality mask, defined as “a surgical mask, procedure mask, an internationally approved device (e.g., KN95s and KF94s) or respirator.” Cloth masks and similar face covers (e.g., gaiters) are not considered high-quality masks. Surgical masks are available to visitors at the Arch Information Desk free of charge. Gateway Arch visitors must enter the monument through the new west entrance, which faces Fourth Street and the Old Courthouse. The Gateway Arch legs are exits only. Please allow at least 30 minutes to go throug

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GRANITE CITY - The employees of GCS Credit Union recently made their United Way pledge for 2023. This year, GCS went above and beyond expectations. Employees pledged a total of $17,236.10. As always, the Board of Directors will match the pledged amount and GCS will make a total donation of $34,472.20. The United Way’s mission myGCScu.com is to, “improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good.” With support from the community, United way can help families and individuals put food on the table, stay safe in their homes, get connected to mental health resources and so much more. GCS supports numerous charitable organizations each year, which include The Make-A-Wish Foundation, Partners for Pets, and The Greater St. Louis Honor Flight. To find out more about GCS, visit myGCScu.com or call 618-797-7993.

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The St. Louis-based startup that helps companies recruit employees with disabilities has raised $4.3 million, including from a firm founded by the owner of two professional sports franchises.