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St. Charles lawmaker joins others calling for Missouri House speaker to resign

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Another Missouri GOP lawmaker is calling on state House Speaker Dean Plocher to resign.State Representative Adam Schwadron, a St. Charles Republican running for Missouri Secretary of State, also says the house ethics committee should determine whether he needs to resign his house seat. Plocher faced controversy after his involvement in a private company to land an $800,000 contract with the house without going through proper bidding procedures. Former Missouri teacher speaks out on OnlyFans account, made nearly $1 million Schwadron also alleges Plocher violated 'whistleblower protection' policies. Plocher's term in the house runs out next year. He's also running for Missouri lieutenant governor.

Locals discussing Jeff-Vander-Lou redevelopment today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Eminent domain is a hot topic in the Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood after the proposal of a new blight study.The new study is looking at homes and businesses on more than 850 acres that surround the NGA West campus. Alderman Rasheen Aldridge says about 61% of the structures are vacant in the blight study area. During the Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood meeting Monday night, many locals expressed concerns over eminent domain.Aldridge says his proposal will not allow eminent domains to be used for locals who are currently living in their home. Illinois AG blocks push for Metro East county to join Missouri "It is something that, in my opinion, can really bring a bright light to north St. Louis," Aldridge shared. "We have an anchor with NGA coming in that can help but at the same time, the way NGA came in also hurt people with forcing them out of their homes. So we're being very cautious."Aldridge says the bill still needs to go to the housing committee before going to the Boar...

Tishaura Jones hosting first 'Cabinet in The Community' event today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Mayor Tishaura Jones is hosting her first 'Cabinet in the Community' event Tuesday.City residents can hear directly from the mayor about important updates, and they can give feedback. People can also meet directly with department representatives for information on open jobs, access available funding and support programs, and discuss issues affecting communities. Illinois AG blocks push for Metro East county to join Missouri The event is at 6:00 p.m. at the Herbert Hoover Boys and Girls Club.

Tishaura Jones sings short-term rental bills

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Airbnb owners will now need permits in order to operate.St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones has signed a bill regulating short-term rentals. Owners must also have a contact person available 24 hours a day in case of emergencies. Violators could have their permits revoked and face a $500 fine. Former Missouri teacher speaks out on OnlyFans account, made nearly $1 million The move comes after several problems with parties and deadly shootings involving teens in downtown rental properties. Jones went on to say short-term rentals are vital to the revenue and economy of the city, and they are still welcome in St. Louis.

104th Greater St. Louis Honor Flight today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The final Greater St. Louis Honor Flight of the year is headed to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday.It's the organization's 104th flight. It also marks a major milestone as they take their 3,000th veteran on the trip. Also on Tuesday's flight, former Blues player Reed Low. Illinois AG blocks push for Metro East county to join Missouri He will be the emcee of the group's upcoming gala on November 16, titled 'United in Gratitude: A Salute to Service and Sacrifice."The honor flight is expected to return Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.

Illinois gun owners have until January 1 to register certain assault weapons and attachments

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

CASEYVILLE, Ill. - Illinois gun owners who have certain assault weapons or attachments have until January 1 to register them with the state.The state police had their third and last public hearing Monday to try to clear up confusion over which guns qualify. The state police's website includes an 85-page document of guns, attachments, and modifications that need to be registered. Former Missouri teacher speaks out on OnlyFans account, made nearly $1 million Illinois State Rifle Association lobbyist Ed Sullivan believes this registration system will lead to guns being confiscated from legal gun owners. State leaders say they only intend to use the registration database to keep track of the remaining legal assault weapons in the state.Former state senator and Republican candidate for the Illinois 12th congressional district, Darren Bailey, says he will not register his guns.

Broncos Mailbag: Sizing up Russell Wilson’s first half of 2023 and considering Denver’s thorny QB questions ahead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

Denver Post Broncos writer Parker Gabriel posts his Broncos Mailbag weekly during the season and periodically during the offseason. Click here to submit a question.A few weeks ago the Broncos played with their new alternate helmets. While other teams just play on nostalgia with throwback gears, Denver mixed it up with something new (color white) and really made a gimmick out of it. … More so than just rocking alternates, it truly felt like a test. Can you tell me how it was received and do you hear anything about where they’re at with the new uniforms?Yoann, Beine-Nauroy (France)Hey Yoann, thanks for writing in and getting us going this week. Back from the bye week and back into action.Astute point that the helmet seemed like more than just a one-time thing. A test is a good way to put it. I’m not an expert on this stuff, but the reaction I saw to the helmet was pretty solidly positive in nature. And that’s before you grade on the scale of how flat so many attempts at th...

Historic hangar at former air base in Orange County engulfed in flames 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

A hangar at a historic air base in Orange County went up in flames early Tuesday morning, and dozens of firefighters are still fighting the blaze. According to the Orange County Fire Authority, the fire broke out around 1 a.m. at the Marine Corps Air Station in Tustin. As of 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, the hangar was still burning, with fire officials concerned that the structure will completely collapse. Captain of dive boat that sunk after fire convicted in deaths of 34 passengers Several of the base’s hangars were on fire by the time first responders arrived to battle the blaze, with the north hangar, also known as Hangar 1, reportedly being completely engulfed. The north hangar, also known as Hangar 1, was reportedly completely engulfed in flames by the time first responders arrived. (OnSceneTV)The north hangar, also known as Hangar 1, was reportedly completely engulfed in flames by the time first responders arrived. (OnSceneTV)The north hangar, also known as Hangar 1, w...

The top 10 most expensive home sales in Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton, reported the week of Oct. 30

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

A house in San Ramon that sold for $3.4 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton in the past week.In total, 14 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $2.2 million, $716 per square foot.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Oct. 30 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $1.9 million, single-family residence in the 200 block of Live Oak DriveThe property in the 200 block of Live Oak Drive in Danville has new owners. The price was $1,925,000. The house was built in 1985 and has a living area of 2,169 square feet. The price per square foot is $888. The house features two bedrooms and two bathrooms.9. $2 million, single-family house in the 500 block of Buttonwood DriveThe 2,526 square-foot single-family residence in the 500 block of Buttonwood Drive in Danville has been sol...

Opinion: California regulators should embrace a wireless future

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:28:36 GMT

In the past two decades, 90% of Californians upgraded their wired telephone services to cellular. The allure? Freedom from wires, seamless communication on-the-go, enhanced public safety features and sheer convenience. The future is, without a doubt, wireless.And yet, the California Public Utilities Commission seems to be hesitating and giving undue consideration to people opposed to technical progress.The first wired phones came to life in the late 1800s. Most of the existing telephone wires today have withstood more than a half century. These copper wires, relics of another age, can hardly support basic dial-up modems, let alone the broadband services we’ve grown dependent upon.Despite this, owing to outdated regulatory agreements, telephone companies are obligated to pour billions of dollars in time and resources into this declining network. This, even when most areas have better alternatives available. It’s not just a waste — it’s counterproductive.While the CP...