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Dear Dr. Roach: I'm an active 76-year-old retired accountant who likely spent too many hours at a computer. Now I'm paying for it with a painful condition. My general physician says that I have a pinched or compressed ulnar nerve,…

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politics3h ago

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St. Charles County Police Chief Kurt Frisz believes an executive order issued by Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe on Wednesday includes positive safeguards for the use of automated license plate readers (ALPR).

FOX 2 St. Louis
politicsMay 20, 2026

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Cities around the US are easing regulations for businesses in residential neighborhoods. With last September’s accessory dwelling unit ordinance as precedent, should St. Louis be next? Policymaker Summary: Cities like Austin, TX and Raleigh, NC are permitting commercial activity in their residential neighborhoods to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship, particularly in working-class and immigrant communities. St. […]

NextSTL
communityMay 16, 2026

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In September of 2019, July Hampton’s life took a sudden unexpected turn. “One day I had a bus in front of my high school, and the next day I did not.” The metro bus that usually made a stop in front of his high school stopped showing up. This came with the implementation of the 2018 […]

NextSTL
politicsApr 12, 2026

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The Chicago to St. Louis corridor could someday become the midwestern backbone of a national high-speed rail network — but an upcoming political deadline could sink the project before it starts, advocates fear. Lawmakers in Illinois are fighting to pass new legislation governing Illinois’ High Speed Rail Commission, which will sunset in 2027 unless House Bill […]

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Lee Hanley, passed away Sept. 13, 2026.

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Engemann, Orville M. - St. Louis, MO

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An annual community event intended to provide back-to-school supplies for local children in Pine Lawn has been canceled after organizers said they failed to receive a park permit from the city despite paying the rental fee weeks in advance.

FOX 2 St. Louis
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A deadly motorcycle crash has closed eastbound single-motorcycle crash has closed eastbound Interstate 44 past Interstate 270 on Wednesday night, causing major traffic delays in the area.

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The San Jose Sharks' Ryan Reaves speaks during a news conference at Sharks Ice on April 18 in San Jose, Calif.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch
culture5h ago

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Lindbergh outfielder Kendall Martin talks with St. Louis Post-Dispatch reporter Steve Overbey after the Flyers defeated Lafayette 4-3 on Wednesday evening.

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community5h ago

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A steady stream of hopeful residents filled the Edwardsville gun club, eager to uncover unclaimed, cash, and property. Icash is an Illinois state program connecting citizens with what they are owed.

FOX 2 St. Louis
culture5h ago

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A former Missouri Department of Transportation supervisor has been indicted on federal fraud charges and accused of using state-issued credit cards to make about $50,000 in personal purchases for watches, clothes, cologne, and accessories for his vehicles.

FOX 2 St. Louis
culture5h ago

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"We've gotten used to counting on her for big hits," said Lindbergh junior Charli Kupferle.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch
sports6h ago

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Michigan football coach Kyle Whittingham watches a replay during his team's game against Western Michigan at Michigan Stadium on Saturday in Ann Arbor.

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