Show-Me State Times

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced today that he has joined a 15-state coalition in filing a lawsuit against the Biden-Harris Administration. The suit challenges a new rule that treats illegal aliens as legal citizens, thereby requiring states to fund their public benefits.

Jefferson County contractor sentenced for financially exploiting elderly woman

ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk on Wednesday sentenced a contractor from Jefferson County, Missouri, to five years of probation, 90 days of house arrest, and 80 hours of community service for his role in the financial exploitation of an elderly St. Louis woman.

Mayor Jones announces inaugural Long-Term Revenue Advisory Council members

Today, Mayor Tishaura O. Jones announced the members of the first Long-Term Revenue Advisory Council for the City of St. Louis. The 12-member council was established when the Mayor signed Executive Order 80 on June 17, 2024, and is charged with exploring and recommending strategies for long-term diversification, stability, growth, and sustainability of the revenue of the City of St. Louis.

St. Louis felon admits to two arsons committed in 2022

ST. LOUIS – A convicted felon from St. Louis, Missouri, on Wednesday admitted to committing two arsons in St. Louis in 2022 and being caught with two firearms during the resulting investigation.

TierPoint announces $150 million data center project for downtown st louis

ST. LOUIS – Downtown St. Louis will receive $150 million in new investment by TierPoint, a leading provider of secure connected IT platform solutions. The nine-figure investment will transform a building in the 2300 block of Locust Street into an enterprise-grade data center and is another sign of momentum in the heart of the St. Louis metro.

Study links PTSD as a modifiable risk factor for type 2 diabetes

Patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and type 2 diabetes face more severe health challenges than those with diabetes alone, according to a study by Saint Louis University.

SLU researchers study impact of temperature on treehopper behavior

Researchers at Saint Louis University have been examining how temperature affects treehoppers, focusing on their thermoregulation behavior.

Vacancy strategy initiative marks one-year milestone with community convening

STL Vacancy Collaborative and the City of St. Louis' Community Development Administration (CDA) have announced the Vacancy Strategy Initiative (VSI) Community Convening on August 15, marking one year of progress in their two-year partnership. This initiative aims to develop best practices and policies for revitalizing vacant properties and strengthening neighborhood communities. The event will be held on Thursday, August 15, from 5-7 p.m. at the Deaconess Foundation in St. Louis, MO.

Mizzou scientists achieve over 98% efficiency removing nanoplastics from water

University of Missouri scientists are addressing the emerging threat of nanoplastics, which are much smaller than the diameter of a human hair and invisible to the naked eye. These particles have been linked to cardiovascular and respiratory diseases in humans and continue to accumulate unnoticed in bodies of water worldwide. The challenge is to develop a cost-effective method for removing these contaminants while leaving clean water behind.

Tennessee man sentenced for passing fake $100 bills in Missouri

ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Rodney W. Sippel on Tuesday sentenced Barry Young, 45, of Memphis, Tenn., to 20 months in prison for passing $3,300 in counterfeit money at Missouri stores in 2023.

Former healthcare company owner sentenced over $3.8 million fraud scheme

ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk on Tuesday sentenced a former St. Louis County health care company owner to 20 months in prison and fined him $100,000 for submitting more than $3.8 million in fraudulent claims to Medicare, Medicaid, and private health care benefit programs.

Texas man sentenced for stalking ex-girlfriends with child pornography

ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge John A. Ross on Tuesday sentenced a man who stalked his St. Louis-area ex-girlfriends and sent them child sexual abuse material to 12 years in prison.

St. Louis offers after-school programs as new school year approaches

As students and parents prepare for the school year to begin, with local public schools opening on August 19, the City of St. Louis offers a wide range of programs for children and teenagers looking for fun and safe activities after school.

Election Board seeks applicants for Manager-ADA position

The Election Board is currently accepting applications for the position of Manager-ADA. This position is responsible for assessing the accessibility of the Board's voting program, noting and developing remedial measures to cure deficiencies. Applications will be accepted through August 26, 2024.

Saint Louis University joins Center for Research Libraries consortium

Saint Louis University has joined the Center for Research Libraries (CRL), a consortium that provides access to resources from over 200 libraries.

Election Board seeks applications for Manager-ADA position

The Election Board is currently accepting applications for the position of Manager-ADA. This role involves assessing the accessibility of the Board's voting program and developing remedial measures to address any deficiencies identified. Applications will be accepted through August 26, 2024.

Mayor Jones issues request for financial audit proposals for SLPS