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Six votes and counting for Kevin McCarthy
He's still 20 votes short. A friend texts: Are there smart insiders like Pelosi who know where this is all going? As an experienced political pundit, I would say ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. Beats the hell out of me. As near as I can tell the smart insiders are all hanging out on the House floor where they're ...continue reading "Six votes and counting for Kevin McCarthy"
Man charged with killing passenger in crash after fleeing from St. Louis police
Jerrell I. Fulghum, 23, was driving a stolen Ford Expedition on Dec. 7 that swerved out of control on Arlington Avenue, police said.
PROPTECH4 Ways to Ensure Legal Compliance in Your Construction Business
From Tech Bullion: Alongside health and safety rules and requirements, the other most important component of managing a construction company and looking after the team is ensuring that the business is legally compliant throughout. So, with that being said, continue reading to learn of four key ways to ensure legal compliance in your construction business. 1. […]
'The Rizzutto Show' parts ways with radio personality Tony Patrico
Radio station 105.7 The Point (KPNT-FM) announced Wednesday that Tony Patrico was no longer with Hubbard Radio or a member of "The Rizzuto Show."
Construction Starts on $81M Apartment Complex in Forest Park Southeast
From St. Louis Business Journal: A local developer has started construction on a new $81 million apartment complex after finishing up a nearby $41 million complex last month. Green Street Real Estate Ventures broke ground this month on The Rail, which will add 269 market-rate apartments at 4591 McRee Ave. next to Green Street’s new Forest […]
Former Partnership CEO Sheila Sweeney gets to keep $160K in unauthorized bonuses
But the Economic Development Partnership’s former chief financial officer, Joyce Steiger, had to repay $100,000.
No XFL schedules yet as Battlehawks near training camp, season kickoff
Professional football is almost back in St. Louis as the Battlehawks prepare for the XFL's revamp in 2023.
Webster Groves Wades Forward With Plans For New Aquatic Center
From Webster- Kirkwood Times: Plans for a new aquatic center at the Webster Groves Recreation Complex moved one step closer Monday to being completed, with a survey for the first round of public input closing and 1,054 responses logged. Webster Groves Parks and Recreation Director Scott Davis said in a city chats live event on Facebook […]
St. Louis man convicted of killing actress
A St. Louis man will spend upwards of four decades behind bars after being sentenced for the 2021 murder of an actress outside her south city home.
New Event Venue Opening in Midtown Moto Complex
From KSDK: St. Louis will see another new event venue opening in 2023. The Smith at The MOTO Museum, located in the Midtown Moto Complex on Locust Street, is now booking for large and mid-sized weddings, corporate functions, parties and more for 2023. The Smith comes from New + Found, the company behind City Foundry STL […]
Illinois governor says supporters of cashless bail will continue fight if court ruling law is unconstitutional stands
“The whole purpose here is fairness, and I think that we will continue to fight for that,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said.
U.S. House paralyzed following second day of GOP failure to elect a speaker
WASHINGTON — U.S. House Republicans’ stalemate over who should lead the chamber for the next two years dragged on Wednesday, with Kevin McCarthy failing to get the votes needed to become speaker on three more ballots. The chamber then adjourned until 8 p.m. Eastern to give the House GOP a chance to meet privately, though House […]
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QuikTrip Starts Zoning Process for Gas Station at SLU Entrance
From St. Louis Business Journal: QuikTrip has started the long zoning process required to build a new gas station and convenience store next to the Saint Louis University campus, which will require a series of public hearings and approvals from city and state officials. The Tulsa-based chain of gas stations and convenience stores hopes to build […]
Chesterfield Approves Use of $353M TIF for Redevelopment Project
From West Magazine: The Chesterfield City Council gave final approval on Dec. 14 for the $353 million Chesterfield Regional TIF (tax increment financing) proposed for the southwest quadrant of the city. The TIF District encompasses 241 acres and includes the Chesterfield Mall property, Wildhorse Village and a portion of Central Park. Most of the speakers at […]
Which St. Louis municipalities are considering a 3% sales tax on marijuana?
Starting next month, anyone 21 or older can legally purchase recreational marijuana in Missouri.
Steven Tyler pulls out of Alzheimer’s benefit due to ongoing health issues
Steven Tyler has pulled out of yet another event. The Aerosmith frontman was set to appear and be honored at the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Power of Love Gala in Las Vegas next month,…
Kloss Furniture Opens an 80,000-Square-Foot South County Location
From St. Louis Business Journal: A Metro East furniture company’s new St. Louis County location is open for business. Kloss Furniture’s south St. Louis County store at 5780 S. Lindbergh Blvd., inside a converted Schnucks grocery store, quietly opened its doors Wednesday after passing inspections, said President Josh Kloss. The store will have a soft opening […]
St. Louis judge sentences man to 45 years in death of 26-year-old actress
Prinshun McClain was convicted of second-degree murder and armed criminal action in the death of Victoria "Tori" Manisco at a trial in November.
St. Louis Economic Development Partnership settles suit with former CEO, CFO
The St. Louis Economic Development Partnership last year quietly settled litigation with two former executives, documents show.
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