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Sips, Souls and Strolls – Architects
We are excited to announce the return of our popular Sips, Souls and Strolls events! Enjoy a pleasant evening of light refreshments, beautiful surroundings,
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That Time The Former White House Photographer Was Threatened By A Copyright Troll Over His Own Public Domain Photo
We’ve talked in the past about the fact that creative works of the federal government are in the public domain and cannot be covered by copyright. This is pretty explicit in the law. Back in 2009 we had called out the fact that the Obama White House was (usefully!) posting images taken by the White […]
Man found dead in backyard in Greater Ville neighborhood
A man was found dead Thursday afternoon in a backyard in the city's Greater Ville neighborhood.
Conspiracy-fueled push to count ballots by hand gains traction
Nye County, a rural enclave in Nevada, has positioned itself as the epicenter of a Donald Trump-fueled conspiracy about the security of electronic vote tabulators. The Nye County Commission voted …
Who makes the St. Louis Cardinals postseason rotation?
Depending on their fate, the St. Louis Cardinals could play up to 22 postseason games over four rounds. It's a situation that's likely to test the depth, durability and productivity of the starting rotation.
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Missouri lawmakers pass bill to cut income taxes, scrap plan to cut corporate taxes
Missouri lawmakers pass bill to cut income taxes
Missouri lawmakers on Thursday gave final approval to an income tax cut that Gov. Mike Parson requested and ditched a last-minute proposal to cut corporate taxes.
'We go the extra mile': Doctors volunteer to help immigrants and refugees at St. Louis nonprofit
St. Louis police identify man shot, killed in barbershop in The Grove
Investigators believe the shooting was random and police on Thursday said Trice was not an employee of the barber shop and may have been a customer.
Firefighters put out fire at scrap yard at I-44, 141 in St. Louis County
Missouri House approves income tax rate cut, but not for corporations
The income tax measure now goes to the governor’s desk. Lawmakers must still vote on agricultural tax credits.
Low water on the Mississippi River affecting barge traffic
Some Mississippi River communities between St. Louis and New Orleans may see record low water levels in the coming days.
Gov. Pritzker Announces Approval of Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that the Federal Highway Administration has approved its plan to build a reliable electric vehicle charging network throughout the state. The State of Illinois Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan addresses potential challenges and proposes locations for charging stations to ensure motorists can confidently traverse the state in electric vehicles. “Because of my administration’s work on the nation-leading Climate and Equitable Jobs Act and Reimagining Electric Vehicles Act, Illinois stands at the forefront of the emerging electric vehicle industry,” said Governor JB Pritzker . “This funding serves as a vital complement to that work and will ensure we meet our goal of putting one million electric vehicles on the road by 2030. In every corner of the state, we have invested in our infrastructure and our workers, making it clear to vehicle, charging station, and auto parts manufacturers
Comedy show in STL
Alton's Abe Lee Barham Pleased With Candidate's Forum At Flood Memorial, Video Included
ALTON - Abe Lee Barham, a civic activist, was the lead host in a candidate’s forum this past weekend at the Flood Memorial in Alton. He said he was pleased with the turnout and that individuals from both sides turned out and had some good questions for the candidates who were present. “I have always felt it is good to hear from both sides and question both sides,” he said. “I think our country needs to be united and come together to solve problems. It is all right to disagree, but we have to come together on issues that benefit our country and our towns.”’ Debbie Mendoza, Ryan Jumpers, Kris Tharp, Joe Silkwood, Ebony Huddleston, and Barry Julian turned out for the event. A video of the candidate’s event is above.
Legislature sends $764 million income tax cut to Missouri governor
The Missouri House on Thursday abandoned its attempt to cut corporate income taxes after Gov. Mike Parson signaled his opposition to the move. Instead, House Republican leaders put a Senate-passed tax cut plan up for a vote, but not before one Democrat called “shenanigans” because the move blocked plans to offer amendments. By a 98-32 […]
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Reward offered for information on St. Louis gun store break-ins
Report: Phil Collins and Genesis bandmates sell catalog for $300 million
Following reports that a deal was in the works, the Wall Street Journal now reports that Phil Collins, Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford -- the most commercially successful lineup of…