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French Catholics head east from Gateway to the West
In the 1880s, St. Louis’ French Catholic families found their way to the developing summer resort in Jamestown. They purchased land and built summer homes south of the ferry landing along the broad seaside path that ran along the water from Brook Street to Racquet Road. Some of the new visitors had deserted the New Jersey summer colony at Cape May for the new resort.
Celebrate the upcoming Paris Olympic Games with Bistro La Floraison
ST. LOUIS — Bistro La Floraison is a Petit French bistro and wine bar, located in Clayton, from the Take Root Hospitality team. Wednesday morning, the restaurant joined Mary in studio to share about their French options, as we prepare for the Paris Summer Olympic Games. If you aren't...
Three hospitalized after shooting in Ferguson Monday evening
FERGUSON, Mo. — Three people were hospitalized after a shooting Monday evening in Ferguson. The St. Louis County Police Department, which took over the investigation at the request of the Ferguson Police Department, said the shooting happened just before 5:30 p.m. on the 1000 block of Renshaw Drive. Ferguson...
Bernie’s Redbird Review: In The Cardinals’ 2-1 Win At Pittsburgh, Lance Lynn vs. Paul Skenes Was Fantastic Theater.
Let us review some of the things that made the competition so special. 1) Lance Lynn, the old grizzly, held his own against the rookie Pittsburgh phenom Paul Skenes. There were a lot of pitcher pounds out there on the mound at PNC Park. A LOT of pitcher pounds. If we go by the combined weight of the two starting pitchers – as officially listed – Lynn + Skenes added up to 515 pounds. Lynn stands 6 feet, 5 inches tall. Skenes is 6 feet, 6 inches. I’d like to see them go at it in a UFC brawl. But Skenes is 15 years younger than the 37-year-old Lynn, so he gets the edge in stamina. But Lynn is more of a ruffian. He’d win a lot of battles in the parking lot of a roadhouse.
Missouri Attorney General plans to appeal order to vacate Christopher Dunn conviction
A St. Louis Circuit Court judge tossed out the murder conviction of Christopher Dunn on Monday and ordered his immediate release. Dunn has spent more than 30 years behind bars for a faulty murder conviction.
Club moves Golf Classic to Rolling Hills
The Alton Boys and Girls Club has moved its annual Great Futures Golf Classic to Rolling Hills Golf Course in Godfrey. Since there’s no word on when Gordon Moore Park will reopen, the Spencer T. Olin Golf Course also remains closed. The Boys and Girls Club tournament is coming up on Friday August 9, with sponsors and players still being accepted.
Skenes takes first loss in 12 career big league starts, Cardinals score in 9th and top Pirates 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Rookie Paul Skenes lost for the first time in 12 career major league starts, giving up Alec Burleson’s tiebreaking single in the ninth inning that lifted the St. Louis Cardinals over the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 on Tuesday night. Taking the mound for the first time...
Missouri Supreme Court halts release of man with overturned conviction as he was about to go free
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri Supreme Court halted the immediate release Wednesday of a man whose murder conviction was overturned — just as the man was about to walk free. A St. Louis Circuit Court judge had ordered Christopher Dunn, now 52, to be released by...
Here are 5 facts about USA Olympic swimmer Alex Shackell
ST. LOUIS — The 17-year-old powerhouse Alexandra Shackell, also known as "Alex," has qualified for her very first Olympics with the USA's swim team. 1. Although Shackell was born in St. Louis, Missouri, she was raised in Carmel, Indiana, specifically for the state's aquatic reputation, Shackell said during an interview.
Missouri judge urges release of Christopher Dunn; Missouri AG resists
Christopher Dunn, who was convicted of murder over 30 years ago, is set to be released from prison after a judge ruled in favor of his release, but the state's efforts could keep him in prison.
Flooded Illinois shelters leave many pets without homes
Belleville Area Humane Society and other organizations have rescued dogs from the flooding in St. Clair County, and are now seeking people to foster and adopt them, with adoption fees only $50 during the "Clear the Shelters" event.
Missouri Attorney General plans to appeal order to vacate Christopher Dunn conviction
A St. Louis Circuit Court judge tossed out the murder conviction of Christopher Dunn on Monday and ordered his immediate release. Dunn has spent more than 30 years behind bars for a faulty murder conviction.
St. Louis All Local AM: Senior tax freeze, De Soto gets Amtrak station
St. Louis County Council approves senior tax freeze funding, city could take over Railway Exchange to get it redeveloped, interim CEO named for Explore St. Louis, De Soto to get Amtrak station, Central West End condo owners sue over building problems
A Prince George’s Co. school board member was found working in Missouri. Is that legal?
This report is in continuation to exclusive coverage by WTOP. Some parents and voters in Prince George’s County have reacted with outrage after finding out a school board member has spent essentially all of this year working for a school system in Ferguson, Missouri, while maintaining his elected office in Maryland.
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