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FOIA Reform We Don’t Need: Blocking Foreigners From Using FOIA

3 years ago
The US Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) system needs plenty of useful reforms to actually work correctly and properly. Despite limited time frames in which the government is required to provide information, they often take years. They regularly redact stuff they shouldn’t. Or refuse to hand over documents they are required to. Generally speaking, the […]
Mike Masnick

VIDEO: Cards Fan Chris Rock Catches a Game: ‘I Love St. Louis'

3 years ago
Funnyman and apparent Cardinals superfan Chris Rock swung through town this past weekend for a pair of shows at Stifel Theater on June 11 and 12, and then spent the following evening catching a game at Busch Stadium while expressing his love for St. Louis. Rock spent his first night off since embarking on his Ego Death world tour at Monday's game, watching the Cards defeat the Pittsburgh Pirates while sporting a blue Cardinals baseball cap. During the top of the fifth inning, Bally Sports Midwest on-air talent Jim Hayes sat with Rock for a chat, during which time the comedian shared his love for the city.
Daniel Hill

Vehicle may be connected to Town & Country shooting

3 years ago
TOWN AND COUNTRY, Mo. - A retirement community employee was shot outside of Gardens Villas West Tuesday night. He remains in critical condition at the hospital. Police are now asking for the public's help to identify a vehicle that may have been in the area at the time of the shooting. "The investigation has been [...]
Joe Millitzer

Lunchtime Photo

3 years ago
If you visit Paris and haven't been to the Musée Rodin, I highly recommend it. Not only does it have lots of beautiful Rodin artwork, but the grounds themselves are beautiful too. It's a great place to admire some artwork and to relax while you're doing it. Another nice thing is that they don't screw ...continue reading "Lunchtime Photo"
Kevin Drum

South Roxana Police Officer Suffers Injuries In Apprehension Of Woman On Warrants

3 years ago
SOUTH ROXANA - A South Roxana Police Officer was injured after she responded to the 400 block of Southard Avenue for a theft complaint and to serve a warrant out of the county at 12:41 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. South Roxana Police Officer Chralene "Charlie" O'Dell attempted to arrest Michelle Emmerick for an outstanding warrant out of Jersey County, in addition to serving Emmerick with a local theft of service complaint. While attempting to take Emmerick into custody a struggle ensued where Emmerick fled into her residence. Officer O’Dell suffered injuries as a result of the struggle and was treated at the scene by medical personnel, South Roxana Police Chief Bob Coles said. She has had some bruising and swelling from the situation, added the chief. Emmerick was placed into custody and transported to the Madison County Jail for lodging. The case was presented to the Madison County States Attorney’s Office where a felony warrant for Aggravated Resisting Arrest with

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St. Louis Central Library Named One of the Most Beautiful in USA (Duh)

3 years ago
St. Louis is home to some of the nation’s finest architecture, and it keeps being recognized for its greatness. The latest honoree to receive accolades for its beauty is none other than the St. Louis Central Library (1301 Olive Street, 314-241-2288, www.slpl.org). Awarded the honor by Fodors.com, a popular website that offers travel advice and guides to destinations around the world, the Central Library made a list of the “11 Most Beautiful Libraries in the United States.” St. Louis is joined by cities including Seattle, Washington; West Palm Beach, Florida; Norfolk, Virginia and more.
Jenna Jones

Leopard cubs 'healthy and growing' at the St. Louis Zoo

3 years ago
ST. LOUIS, Mo. - Two Amur leopard cubs born at the St. Louis Zoo in April recently had a health check-up. They are "healthy and growing" according to posts on social media from the zoo. Anya and Irina each weigh five and a half pounds and are about 18 inches long. They each have a [...]
Joe Millitzer