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St. Louis mayor signs measures for development

St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay says the large scale of developer Paul McKee's plans for a north side redevelopment should be a key to the project's success.

Express Scripts expanding in St. Louis County

The pharmacy benefits manager Express Scripts Inc. will build a prescription fulfillment center in St. Louis County, creating 270 jobs.

St. Louis aldermen approve redevelopment plan

City leaders voted Friday to support a developer's proposal to transform crumbling sections of north St. Louis by building new business centers and homes. The 15-year project has been touted as including green parks, green energy and more.

Proposed $8B St. Louis development makes progress

A proposed $8 billion redevelopment plan for north St. Louis made some progress after a committee gave the OK for the full Board of Aldermen to vote on the proposal.

Blues rout Linkoping 6-0 in pre-season game

Paul Kariya scored twice in the second period to lead the St. Louis Blues to a 6-0 victory over Swedish Elite League club Linkoping in a preseason game Tuesday.

St. Louis mulls massive northside redevelopment

In sections of the city many residents won't venture into at night and where thieves steal bricks off vacant homes, developer Paul McKee Jr. sees an $8 billion future of green living, clean streets and thriving business.

Bird strike forces emergency landing in St. Louis

An American Airlines flight made an emergency landing in St. Louis after a bird was pulled into an engine.

Chrysler to idle St. Louis Dodge Ram plant in July

Chrysler Group LLC said Wednesday it will end production of the Dodge Ram at its St. Louis North Assembly plant next month, as shrinking sales made it impractical to continue producing the truck at two locations.

East St. Louis mayor defends late-night clubs

The mayor of this town in trouble isn't ready to give up a potentially lush revenue source: nightclubs that stay open until the wee hours.

3 killed as SUV peppered with bullets in St. Louis

Three men who had just left a downtown St. Louis nightclub were killed in a barrage of bullets by gunmen in another vehicle.

MLB announces plans for All-Star week

Moving from a major market to a smaller one and from an economic boom to a bust, tickets for baseball's All-Star game will be cheaper this year.

Mich. bishop appointed as new St. Louis archbishop

Bishop Robert J. Carlson of Saginaw, Mich., was named Tuesday as the new archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St. Louis.

St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay wins primary

St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay easily won the Democratic primary for mayor.

St. Louis schools to seek lead abatement funds

A district executive says St. Louis public schools will seek at least $4.5 million in outside funds to correct potential lead paint hazards at 27 elementary schools.

Plans to revitalize St. Louis Arch site move ahead

The National Park Service is considering a design competition to revitalize the grounds at this city's famed Gateway Arch.

St. Louis festival brings out science's cool side

From medicine cabinets to the fermented beer in the fridge, Americans are surrounded by science all the time. The St. Louis Science Center is launching a festival this week to help people better understand, and enjoy, the ways that science plays a role in everyday lives.

Bowling hall of fame leaves city that drove sport

Back in their sport's heyday, professional bowlers like Dick Weber and Ray Bluth ruled America's lanes and living rooms. Calling St. Louis home was natural for their team — the Buds, which was named for the city's iconic Budweiser beer.

St. Louis ponders change after Anheuser-Busch sale

With the city dethroned as the world headquarters for the King of Beers, people in Anheuser-Busch's hometown were nervous Monday about what changes the sale of the company to Belgian brewer InBev will bring.

First American named to head Vatican high court

An archbishop who tussled with singer Sheryl Crow, college basketball coach Rick Majerus, and Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry over their support for abortion rights has been named as the first American to lead the Vatican supreme court.

St. Louis archbishop to head Vatican supreme court

Archbishop Raymond Burke of St. Louis, a church law expert known for his tough stance that politicians who support abortion rights be denied Holy Communion, was named Friday to head the Vatican's supreme court.

Aging levee poses threat to impoverished city

When record flooding ravaged much of the Midwest in 1993, the earthen wall protecting one of the nation's poorest cities stood fast against the Mississippi River.

Missouri to control St. Louis schools 3 more years

The state will extend its control over the struggling St. Louis public schools for three additional years.

Girl Falls Over Fence at St. Louis Zoo

A young girl fell over a wooden fence that borders a sun bear exhibit at the St. Louis Zoo, suffering a cut on her head but not coming near the animals.

Dayton Wins 13th Straight Game

Brian Roberts scored 30 points and No. 17 Dayton held off St. Louis 68-57 in overtime on Saturday night for the Flyers' 13th straight victory.

Electrical Worker Killed in St. Louis

A utility worker was electrocuted Tuesday and another severely burned as crews tried to restore power to more than 150,000 homes and businesses that have been without air conditioning for nearly a week.

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Suit claims East St. Louis passed up white police chief over race
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EAST ST. LOUIS — City officials seeking a new police chief passed up the former director of the Florida Highway Patrol, who formerly was a top commander of the Illinois State Police, because he is white, two former members of a city board claim.

NFL players' union opposes Limbaugh's bid for Rams, says football "overcomes division and rejects discrimination and hatred"
Source: Media Matters for America

" NFL Players Executive Director DeMaurice Smith on Saturday made a move to solidify the union against a bid by conservative talk show radio host Rush Limbaugh as part of a group that aims to purchase the St. Louis Rams.

Sports media gang-tackle Limbaugh's bid to buy St. Louis Rams
Source: Media Matters for America

"On October 6, Rush Limbaugh released a statement confirming that he and St. Louis Blues owner Dave Checketts "have made a bid to buy the [NFL's St.

Limbaugh, Checketts interested in Rams
Source: Breitbart

Conservative talk radio host Rush Limbaugh said Tuesday he is teaming up with St. Louis Blues owner Dave Checketts in a bid to buy the Rams. Rush owning the Rams would be the best thing that ever happened to them!

Mo. traffic stop turns up more than $53,000, 8 cell phones, multiple IDs — but few answers
Source: blog.taragana.com

here's is an story about an international scam ring just busted in Missouri. Police have their hands full unraveling this one. click the link for the full story.

Poorest US Cities Are Democrat Controlled
Source: therightperspective.org

An interesting correlation between America's poorest cities and their overwhelming control by the Democrat Party can be seen, with some cities never having elected a Republican mayor.

Health-Care: Look For the Union Label "To Squash Dissent"
Source: The Washington Times

On August 6th, AFL-CIO President John Sweeney sent marching orders to his members to confront concerned citizens at town-hall forums and in Missouri, members of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) reportedly attacked and beat Kenneth Gladney, who was passing out yell …

Man Injured In Fight While Protesting Health Care Reform Now Accepting Donations To Cover Expenses... Seems He Doesn't Have Health Insurance
Source: The Kansas City Star

Protesters are demanding justice for a man who was injured during fighting that erupted last week when audience members at a St. Louis-area aging forum began yelling about health care reform.

Burger King tells barefoot baby to leave
Source: msnbc.com

Burger King apologized for restaurant workers in Missouri who asked a mother to leave because her 6-month-old wasn't wearing shoes.

If We Are To Be Energy Independent & Prosperous Let's Start Building More Nuclear Power Plants Today!
Source: SmartMoney TV

We simply have to become Energy Independent. In other words, build 50 - 100 Nuclear Power Plants in the US by 2020. This policy will provide us with affordable energy that will free us from our dependence on OPEC and create millions of jobs nationwide.

The Best Way For America Is To Secure Our Borders & Reform Immigration Law!
Source: Digg

The Best Way For America Is To Secure Our Borders & Reform Immigration Law!

Crash kills 5 after school reunion, prayer service
Source: msnbc.com

Five people were killed in a head-on collision on a two-lane highway in rural eastern Missouri.

New York Council Approves Manhattan Traffic Fees
Source: Bloomberg.com

Perhaps to generate more revenue for the city, the New York City Council should consider waiving tolls for anyone seeing a Broadway Show:

Police make arrest in connection with death of St. Louis native
Source: newsrunner.com

SEATTLE (AP) -- A 23-year-old man was arrested Friday evening in a brutal July 19 attack that killed one woman and injured another as they slept in their home in the South Park neighborhood.

Where You Lived - Used To Be Location, Location, Location - Now It's Education, Education, Education
Source: Wall Street Journal

Because of failing schools like we have seen in Detroit, Kansas City and other areas it is evident that our education system has to change. We also need to make everyone more accountable for a better education system (School Officials & Teachers, Parents, and Students).

Let's Reform Healthcare Now!
Source: Yahoo! News

Healthcare costs have to be contained and our government should not offer a "One-Payer" system, nor should they eliminate the "Doctor-Patient" model.

Let's enjoy our communities now and celebrate what they have to offer!
Source: YouTube

Although there will be bumps along the way our Economy has stabilized. Consequently, enjoy a treat now and buy something for you and/or your family today.

Vote For Dave :: Ken Russell
Source: American Thinker

Dave McArthur owns a few bakeries in St Louis, Missouri; McArthur's Bakery. His bakeries make treats of legendary appeal throughout the St Louis area and Dave is a local media personality as well.

President Obama Jeered at MLB All-Star Game

U.S. President Barack Obama was booed today when throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at the Major League Baseball All-Star game in St. Louis. Joe Buck, son of Jack Buck (the St. Louis Cardinals' former play-by-play commentator) announced Obama to the mound.

Bill lets utilities pass costs to customers
Source: News-Leader.com

In order for our US economy to thrive and let us reduce our "BTU" energy prices we have to immediately do two things which we are currently not doing: 1) Convince the Global Market that our commercial paper offered by Wall Street is sound and has value.

Diversity Makes Us Stronger!
Source: The Washington Post

We could all benefit from more dialogue between, races, gender, and Lifestyles.

How much More Will The Obama Administration Squeeze The Middle Class?
Source: ReviewJournal.com - News

"Big Government" Is Not The Answer! Our government is getting too intrusive, too large, and federal spending is unsustainable.

A Bipartisan Blueprint For Immigration Reform
Source: The L.A. Times

Immigration Reform should be one of the highest legislative priorities our Congress addresses this year. In order to offer an acceptable Healthcare Plan, Quality Education, and Provide Community Safety, every citizen in the US should be issued a National I.D. Card.

Executives Should Be Paid According To Performance!
Source: MotherJones.com

The SEC and all of our corporation's shareholders have to establish a set of guidelines for Company Executive Pay. Today, CEOs are being overly compensated and in too many cases are rewarded by keeping their corporate payroll to a minimum.

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