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Huge crowds gather downtown for City Social; leaders say it's a glimpse of the transformation they're working to create
ST. LOUIS — Bringing a boost to downtown St. Louis will take collaboration, including Mayor Tishaura Jones. Friday night, one of the city's efforts to step up foot traffic wrapped up bringing huge crowds to Washington Avenue. Local leaders say it's a sign of the transformation they're working to create.
Board votes to increase member pay
Madison County Board members will get a pay increase after the next election this fall. The county board voted this week to approve increasing annual pay approximately $2,000, to $16,500. The vote was 15-10 in favor of the hike. It’s the first time in 12 years county board members have seen a pay raise.
Two more St. Louis area Catholic parishes to close
ST. LOUIS — Two more Catholic parishes in the Archdiocese of St. Louis are closing. St. Francis of Assisi in Franklin County and St. Catherine of Alexandria in Ste. Genevieve County will both shut their doors. A Vatican court has rejected their appeals to remain open. St. Clare in the city of St. Clair will […]
21-year-old nabbed in south St. Louis burglary spree: Police
ST. LOUIS – A 21-year-old St. Louis man is accused of breaking into or attempting to break into nearly a dozen businesses in south city over a three-week period in April. According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department’s probable cause statements, the crimes took place between April 10 and April 30, at 11 businesses at the following locations:
City Social street festival organizers are ramping up security measures
ST. LOUIS — Known as the ultimate block party, City Social is making its return for a third year on May 17. Hundreds are expected to flood the streets of downtown St. Louis to join in on the music, food and fun. Artists expected to perform include DJ Mahf,...
Experts: Cicada noise is uncomfortable but not harmful to hearing
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Cicadas are beginning to emerge all across the bi-state, and even if you haven’t seen the shells they leave behind, you’ve almost certainly heard them. Well, all that noise has some worried whether those insect’s racket can actually damage your hearing....
High-speed racing and must-see musical performances combine at the Confluence Music Festival
Now in its third year, the Confluence Music Festival is a high-energy, two-day event that offers a little something for everyone. Musical acts take the stage before, during and after motor races – including the Enjoy Illinois 300 Presented by TicketSmarter NASCAR Cup Series race. “CMF celebrates a diverse...
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