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St. Louis alderman gets out of prison and isn’t apologizing. ‘I am not a criminal.’
ST. LOUIS — Jeffrey Boyd, the powerful alderman sent to federal prison for taking bribes and committing insurance fraud, is out now, and he’s unrepentant. In his first interviews since completing his sentence earlier this month, Boyd presented his version of the events that led to his downfall. He blasted the investigation that ended his nearly two decades in politics, claiming law enforcement targeted him, exaggerated his wrongdoing and had an informant coerce him into accepting handfuls of cash.
A guide to the St. Louis region's greenways
ST. LOUIS — For decades, the Great Rivers Greenway has expanded across the St. Louis region. "A greenway is a public space connecting people and places," Great Rivers Greenway Communications Coordinator Anne Milford said. "... It's just a space where people can walk, ride a bike, run or use a wheelchair to get to where they want to go."
Missouri man remains in prison after the state's high court puts his release on hold
A Missouri prison refused to release a man after a court overturned his murder conviction. Christopher Dunn has been in prison for more than 30 years. The judge said he should be released immediately, which the state declined to do after the state attorney general promised to appeal. There was a dayslong standoff. St. Louis Public Radio's Lacretia Wimbley is covering this story. Good morning.
A waiting game for St. Louis County senior tax freeze applications
While the St. Louis County Council has okayed an additional $600,000 to get the senior citizens property tax freeze program up and rolling, it’s still unclear as to when seniors will be able to apply for the benefit.
Neighbors, advocates march for peace in Peabody-Darst-Webbe
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Residents and community leaders joined together Saturday to walk for peace through the Peabody-Darst-Webbe neighborhood. The Peace Walk, hosted by the Office of Violence Prevention, the St. Louis Housing Authority and the Violence Prevention Commission aims at directing the community to nonviolent forms of problem solving during tense times.
Study shows MetroLink Green Line will bolster St. Louis economy, critics refute study
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The St. Louis region’s transit advocacy organization Citizens for Modern Transit showed a study of the projected economic growth of the St. Louis MetroLink Green Line. Officials say that construction will have an overall economic impact of $2.9 billion and an additional...
Local veteran celebrates 100th birthday, reflects on a life well-lived
As Damon Snow approaches his 100th birthday on July 30, he reflects on a century filled with experiences that have shaped his life. Snow, a World War II veteran, shares insights into his journey and offers wisdom for future generations.
Free St. Louis event offers school physicals, shots, and supplies
City of Life Christian Church and Freedom City Church are hosting a free "Oneness Friends and Family Weekend" in partnership with Affinia Healthcare, offering school physicals, screenings, immunizations, free supplies, backpacks, financial advice, haircuts, styling, and giveaways.
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